PATO review
A broad gym platform for access control, automation, billing, classes, and coaching.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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.
PATO pros and cons
- 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
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