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Glofox Alternative for Boutique Fitness Studios

Looking for a Glofox alternative? See how FitJoy's AI agents compare to Glofox on price, features and support.

Glofox built its reputation as a boutique fitness platform, but user reviews have dropped since its acquisition by ABC Fitness Solutions. Studios report app crashes, slow support, and high card processing fees. FitJoy does not replace Glofox as a booking system. Instead, it adds three AI agents on top — for lead capture, marketing sequences, and Google review management. For a full breakdown of Pilates studio options, see our guide to Pilates studio software.

Top Software by Ranking

#1

FitJoy

Best for AI-powered lead capture and marketing

4.5/5

Studios that want automated lead capture, follow-up sequences, and review management without replacing their booking system

Starting from: $49/month

Pros

  • AI Sales Agent books trials in under 60 seconds, day and night
  • AI Marketing Agent (email + SMS) runs follow-up sequences without manual work
  • AI Reputation Agent requests Google reviews at the right moment
  • Works with Mindbody, MarianaTek, and Zen Planner — no migration
  • From $49/month. No long-term contracts.

Cons

  • Does not include class scheduling or membership management
  • Not a full booking platform — best paired with your existing CRM
#2

Glofox

Boutique-focused booking platform with declining reliability

2/5

Studios already on Glofox that need full scheduling, membership, and branded app in one place

Starting from: Undisclosed

Pros

  • Designed specifically for boutique fitness studios
  • Branded app included
  • Handles class scheduling, memberships, and payments
  • Franchise management tools available

Cons

  • 3.3-star Trustpilot rating as of 2025
  • App crashes and instability reported frequently
  • Support response times measured in weeks, not hours
  • High payment processing fees add to total cost
  • Service quality declining since ABC Fitness Solutions acquisition

Feature Comparison

FeatureFitJoyGlofox
Starting price$49/monthUndisclosed
AI agents
Month-to-month
Review automation
SMS and WhatsAppGrowth plan ($299)
Trustpilot ratingN/A (new)3.3 stars
Replaces your CRM

Frequently Asked Questions

Does FitJoy replace Glofox?

No. FitJoy adds AI agents on top of your existing booking system. If you want to move off Glofox, FitJoy works with Mindbody, MarianaTek, and Zen Planner from day one.

Why are studios looking for Glofox alternatives?

The most common reasons are app instability, support that takes weeks to respond, and processing fees that add up quickly. Reviews on Trustpilot dropped noticeably after ABC Fitness Solutions completed the acquisition.

What does FitJoy cost compared to Glofox?

FitJoy starts at $49/month with no long-term contract. Glofox does not publish pricing. Studios report total costs are significant when processing fees are included.

Can I use FitJoy while still on Glofox?

Yes. The AI agents work independently of your booking platform.

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