FitBudd vs Glofox
FitBudd scores 7.9/10 vs 7.8/10. Best for: Personal trainers who want their own branded app published under their name in the App Store and Google Play, with zero commission on client payments.
FitBudd scores higher overall at 7.9/10 vs 7.8/10. FitBudd is the best option for personal trainers who want their own app in the App Store without paying a developer $10,000+. The zero commission model means your revenue stays yours. At $79/mo for up to 50 clients, the math works out to $1.58 per client if you fill the plan. It is not for gym owners who need class scheduling or front desk management. If you coach clients 1-on-1 and want to look like a real brand, FitBudd delivers on that promise.
FitBudd 
Glofox Rank
#6 of 21
Rank
#9 of 21
Features
15/18
Features
15/18
Starting at
$15/mo
Starting at
Custom
User reviews
4.7/5 (508)
User reviews
4.5/5 (420)
What they cost
| FitBudd | Glofox | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting at | $15 /mo | Contact for pricing |
| Free trial | 14 days | No |
| Number of plans | 4 | 4 |
What the pricing really means
FitBudd publishes their pricing upfront, which is a good sign. Glofox requires you to contact sales for a quote. When a company hides pricing, it usually means the cost is high enough that they want a salesperson to justify it before you see the number. Always ask for total year-one cost, not just the monthly subscription.
Where FitBudd wins
- Your own branded app in the App Store, not a generic white label
- Zero commission on client payments, you keep every dollar you charge
- Starter plan at $15/mo is one of the cheapest entry points for branded apps
- 508 reviews across G2 and Capterra with 4.6-4.7 average ratings
Where Glofox wins
- Custom branded mobile app included at higher tiers for strong brand presence
- Clean intuitive interface staff learn quickly
- Strong multi-location and franchise management
- Solid payment and lead management integrations
Where FitBudd falls short
- Starter plan capped at 2 clients, most trainers will need Pro at $79/mo quickly
- No class scheduling, this is a 1-on-1 coaching tool not gym management
- No API access limits integration with other business tools
- Elite pricing is hidden behind a sales call
Where Glofox falls short
- No public pricing, must go through sales call
- Reporting limited on lower plans
- Costs escalate with add-ons and growth
- Occasional booking system glitches
Who is each product built for?
FitBudd
Target: 1-5 trainers
FitBudd is the best option for personal trainers who want their own app in the App Store without paying a developer $10,000+. The zero commission model means your revenue stays yours. At $79/mo for up to 50 clients, the math works out to $1.58 per client if you fill the plan. It is not for gym owners who need class scheduling or front desk management. If you coach clients 1-on-1 and want to look like a real brand, FitBudd delivers on that promise.
Glofox
Target: 1-100+ locations
Glofox is strong for boutique studios and franchises prioritizing branded apps and multi-location scalability. The opaque pricing is a drawback for comparison shoppers. Not ideal for solo trainers or micro-gyms.
Feature comparison
| Feature | FitBudd | Glofox |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduling & Booking | ||
| Class/session scheduling | ||
| Online booking | ||
| Attendance tracking | ||
| Members & Staff | ||
| Member management | ||
| Membership plans | ||
| Staff management | ||
| Client portal/app | ||
| Payments & Billing | ||
| Payment processing | ||
| Automated billing | ||
| Retail/POS | ||
| Fitness Tools | ||
| Workout/program builder | ||
| Mobile app (client) | ||
| Mobile app (staff) | ||
| Waivers/forms | ||
| Marketing & Growth | ||
| Website builder | ||
| Marketing/email tools | ||
| Reporting/analytics | ||
| Integrations/API | ||
Common questions
FitBudd scores 7.9/10 vs Glofox's 7.8/10 in our ranking. FitBudd is the better pick for 1-5 trainers. Glofox is better if you need boutique fitness studios and franchises that want a custom branded member app and multi-location tools.
FitBudd starts at $15/month. Glofox uses custom pricing (contact sales). Watch for add-on costs — the base price often does not include all features. Pricing last verified 2026-04-01.
FitBudd: Yes, 14-day free trial. Glofox: No free trial. Always test with your actual workflow before committing to an annual plan.
FitBudd covers 15 of 18 features we track. Glofox covers 15 of 18. Both are tied on feature coverage, but more features does not always mean better — pick the tool that covers what your business actually needs.
No, FitBudd does not have a mobile app. Glofox does not have one either.
Yes. The main effort is migrating your data (customer lists, job history, invoices). Plan for 1-2 weeks of overlap where you run both. Most gym & fitness studio tools can import CSV data. Ask both vendors about migration support before you sign.
The bottom line
Pick FitBudd if...
Personal trainers who want their own branded app published under their name in the App Store and Google Play, with zero commission on client payments.
Pick Glofox if...
Boutique fitness studios and franchises that want a custom branded member app and multi-location tools.