Mindbody vs Glofox for fitness studios
An honest breakdown of Mindbody and Glofox for boutique fitness studios - and how the Joya AI Sales Agent and FitJoy's Done-For-You Services layer on top of whichever you pick.
Quick verdict
- Mindbody - best for large, established studios and multi-location operations
- Glofox - best for growing boutique gyms and fitness studios at a lower price point
- Glofox is typically more accessible; Mindbody offers more enterprise depth
Quick comparison
Side-by-side comparison
Mindbody
Enterprise-grade fitness platform with deep integrations
Starting price
~$270/month
Best for
- •Large wellness studios
- •Multi-location businesses
Pros
- Feature-rich and widely recognized
- Strong for larger studios
- Comprehensive marketing tools
Cons
- High monthly cost
- Complex interface
- Long contracts
Glofox
Modern, mobile-first platform with a branded member app
Starting price
More accessible than Mindbody
Best for
- •Boutique gyms and functional fitness studios
- •Growing studios that want a branded app
Pros
- Modern, mobile-first interface
- Branded member app included
- More accessible pricing than Mindbody
Cons
- Fewer integrations than Mindbody
- Enterprise reporting lighter
- Less depth for complex multi-location operations
Make your choice
Who should pick what
MPick Mindbody if...
Pick Mindbody if you need multi-location management, enterprise reporting, and a comprehensive integration ecosystem - and can absorb $270+/month.
GPick Glofox if...
Pick Glofox if you run a boutique gym or class-based studio and want a modern member app at a lower cost than Mindbody.
Deep dive
Detailed comparison
Feature comparison
| Feature | Mindbody | Glofox |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduling | ✓ | ✓ |
| Membership management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Branded member app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Marketing automation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Enterprise reporting | ✓ | No |
| No lock-in contract | No | No |
| Transaction fees | 2.75%-3.5% | Varies by plan |
Pricing comparison
| Pricing | Mindbody | Glofox |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | ~$270/month | More accessible than Mindbody |
| Transaction fees | 2.75%-3.5% | Varies by plan |
| Contract | Annual contracts common | Annual typical |
| Setup fees | Often required | Varies |
Mindbody
Enterprise-grade fitness platform with deep integrations
Mindbody is the longest-standing platform in the fitness and wellness industry, covering scheduling, memberships, marketing, and enterprise analytics. It is built for studios that need a proven platform and can absorb the cost.
Pros
- Feature-rich and widely recognized
- Strong for larger studios
- Comprehensive marketing tools
- Enterprise reporting
Cons
- High monthly cost
- Complex interface
- Long contracts
- Extra fees
Pricing
Starts around $270/month, scaling to $1,350+/month.
Best for
- •Large wellness studios
- •Multi-location businesses
- •Enterprise fitness brands
Glofox
Modern, mobile-first platform with a branded member app
Glofox is a studio management platform targeting boutique gyms and fitness studios that want a modern interface and branded member app at a more accessible price point than Mindbody. It handles scheduling, memberships, and payments with a mobile-first approach.
Pros
- Modern, mobile-first interface
- Branded member app included
- More accessible pricing than Mindbody
- Good for gyms and class-based studios
Cons
- Fewer integrations than Mindbody
- Enterprise reporting lighter
- Less depth for complex multi-location operations
- Some users report customer support gaps
Pricing
More accessible than Mindbody - starting plans are significantly lower. Exact pricing varies by plan and market.
Best for
- •Boutique gyms and functional fitness studios
- •Growing studios that want a branded app
- •Studios moving off Mindbody to reduce costs
Grow with FitJoy
Whichever you pick, FitJoy.ai works on top
You don't need to switch CRMs to grow your studio. FitJoy layers on top of Mindbody and Glofox.
Joya - AI Sales Agent by FitJoy.ai
Joya integrates with Mindbody and Glofox. It handles new lead follow-up, win-back sequences, review funnels, and website chat - automatically, on the platform you already use.
FitJoy Done-For-You Services
Not ready to DIY? FitJoy's services team handles Local SEO, Review Management, and Website Development for boutique fitness studios - on top of whichever CRM you run.
Common questions
FAQ
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Joya AI Sales Agent and FitJoy's Done-For-You Services work on top of Mindbody, Glofox, and most other fitness platforms.