PATO
PATO: A broad gym platform for access control, automation, billing, classes, and coaching. Ranked #6 of 26 in Gym Check-In Software by our editors (8.5/10); pricing: 14-day trial; best for access-controlled gyms needing member automation.
At a glance
- Editor score8.5 / 10
- Pricing14-day trial
- Best forAccess-controlled gyms needing member automation
- Free planNo
- Paid from99 NZD/mo
- Kiosk modeYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Combines kiosk, mobile QR, and physical access control
- Adds billing, classes, coaching, tracking, and automation
- Supports web, iOS, Android, Stripe, GoCardless, and health platforms
Where it doesn't
- No free plan; monthly pricing starts at NZD 99
- Access, Classes, and Shop capabilities require add-ons
- Advanced pricing and larger-gym features vary by setup
Our verdict on PATO
PATO is gym management software for gyms, studios, coaches, and 24/7 facilities. It brings together member management, billing, coaching, nutrition and workout tracking, classes, engagement automation, gamification, retail, and access control. For facilities that need more than a basic check-in screen, its combination of a reception kiosk, member app, physical access options, and broader member workflows makes it a suitable fit for small operators through larger multi-site businesses.
The published monthly plans start with Hatching at NZD 99 and include the base gym management platform plus member app, AI, tracking, coaching, billing, engagement, and documents. Runner is NZD 249 per month, while Lifter is NZD 499 per month; both include the base platform and all core features. Olympian is designed for larger or multi-site gyms with pricing based on setup. Classes, Access, Access Pro, and Shop are separate add-ons, covering functions such as bookings, waitlists, QR check-in, access logs, smart locks, card readers, products, orders, inventory, and refunds. A 14-day free trial is available.
PATO’s main strength is breadth across attendance, access, operations, and member engagement. Access supports QR check-in through a reception kiosk or member app, while Access Pro adds smart locks, keypads, card readers, automatic PIN issuance and revocation, manual overrides, and bulk resync. The platform also includes class attendance, daily entry counts, Stripe or GoCardless billing, AI coaching and plan generation, and integrations with Apple Health and Health Connect. Choose PATO if these connected workflows matter; a simpler check-in-focused tool may be a better fit if you do not need its wider platform or add-on structure.
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PATO pricing
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PATO fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | 99 NZD/mo |
| QR check-in | Yes |
| Kiosk mode | Yes |
| Mobile check-in | Yes |
| Visitor check-in | Not verified |
| Attendance reports | Yes |
| Multi-location support | Yes |
| Free trial | 14 days · no card needed |
| Money-back guarantee | 60 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android |
| Compliance & security | 2FA |
| Support | |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 4 integrations: Stripe, GoCardless, Apple Health, Health Connect |
| Pricing | 14-day trial (source) |
| Website | pato.fit |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
PATO integrations
PATO lists 4 integrations on its own site.
- Stripe
- GoCardless
- Apple Health
- Health Connect
Alternatives to PATO
- BJJChat Attendance SystemA free, feature-rich check-in system tailored to BJJ and combat-sports gyms.9.4
- AdviceFitA broad gym operations platform for attendance, billing, engagement, and multi-location management.9.2
- Organised GymAffordable gym operations software with free core tools and multi-branch support.8.9
PATO vs the competition
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