Mindbody alternative
A simpler Mindbody alternative, built for small studios.
Mindbody is the 800-pound gorilla of fitness software, and for a big multi-location gym with a front desk and a retail counter, it earns its price. For a small personal training studio, it's usually more than you need at a price you'd rather not pay, with a learning curve to match.
TrainStead is the opposite bet: built specifically for personal training studios, simple enough to run yourself, and priced per trainer with unlimited clients on every plan. No per-location fees, no paying for a booking-and-retail empire you don't run.
What you keep
Scheduling, client programming, progress tracking, in-app messaging, and studio analytics that actually show you who's drifting before they quit.
What you drop
The complexity, the per-location pricing, and the sense that the software was built for a chain and you're just squeezing into it. See what per-trainer pricing looks like on our pricing page.
Who should still use Mindbody
Large multi-location facilities, big class-and-retail operations, businesses that need Mindbody's consumer marketplace. If that's not you, a tool built for a small studio will feel lighter and cost less.
Frequently asked questions
Is TrainStead cheaper than Mindbody for a small studio?
TrainStead is priced per trainer with unlimited clients and no per-location fees, which is typically simpler and lower for a small studio. Compare current prices for your setup.
Does TrainStead do scheduling like Mindbody?
Yes, scheduling plus programming, client tracking, messaging, and analytics in one app.
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Not sure which category you're in? Start with the guide to the best software for a small personal training studio, or read the deep dive on per-trainer vs per-client pricing.
Free during our beta.
See it at trainstead.com.