PushPress alternative
GymManage Pro vs PushPress: an objective comparison
The short answer
PushPress offers a free Core plan funded by higher card-processing rates (roughly 4.19–4.99% + $0.30), with Core Pro at $159/month and Core Max at $229/month bringing rates down to about 2.75–2.89%, plus paid add-on modules for training, marketing and a branded app. GymManage Pro is $29 or $79/month flat and uses your own Stripe account at standard Stripe rates. PushPress is the better fit for CrossFit boxes and established gyms that need class check-ins, memberships and POS; GymManage Pro is the better fit for solo trainers and small studios focused on 1:1 clients, packages and retention.
PushPress pricing, as published
Last verified September 2026. Software pricing changes often — always verify current pricing on PushPress's own pricing page before you decide.
PushPress plans
- Core Free$0/month
Unlimited members, leads, admins and staff. Processing about 4.99% + $0.30 card, 2.89% + $0.30 ACH. Self-serve support.
- Core Pro$159/month
Processing about 2.89% + $0.30 card, 0.79% + $0.30 ACH. Live human support.
- Core Max$229/month
Processing about 2.75% + $0.30 card, 0.79% + $0.30 ACH. Priority support and scheduled help calls.
- Add-on modules~$79–$329/month each
Train (~$79), Grow marketing (~$329), branded app (~$97). A full stack lands near $559/month before processing.
GymManage Pro plans
- Trial14 days
Full product access. Cancel anytime.
- Starter$29/month
Solo trainers and single-location studios. Unlimited clients.
- Studio$79/month
Multi-coach studios. Team seats, automations, advanced reporting.
- • The free plan isn't really free — it's funded by a card-processing rate roughly 2 points higher. At $20k/month in card volume that gap is around $400/month, more than the Pro plan costs.
- • Do the maths on your own volume: free tier vs Pro is a processing-rate decision, not a software-price decision.
- • Add-on modules are where PushPress bills get large; price the modules you'll actually switch on.
- • GymManage Pro is $29 or $79/month flat and connects your own Stripe account, so you keep your negotiated Stripe rate.
Feature comparison
| Feature | GymManage Pro | PushPress |
|---|---|---|
| Published entry price | $29/month flat | $0 (higher processing) / $159 Pro |
| Card processing | Your own Stripe account | PushPress processing, rate varies by plan |
| Trial | 14 days | Free plan available |
| Setup time | Under an hour | Guided onboarding, days |
| Class scheduling & check-in kiosk | Lightweight | |
| WOD & performance tracking | Train add-on | |
| Retail POS & inventory | ||
| Recurring membership billing | Via Stripe | |
| Lead pipeline (Prospect → Active) | ||
| Session package tracker | ||
| Renewal & churn-risk automation | Grow add-on | |
| No-show cost reporting |
What PushPress genuinely does better
- • A complete gym operating system: memberships, contracts, check-in kiosk, POS and staff management in one platform.
- • Genuinely strong for CrossFit and functional-fitness boxes — WOD publishing, leaderboards and class attendance.
- • The free Core plan removes upfront software cost for gyms happy to trade a higher processing rate.
- • Month-to-month with no long contract, and a mature app and integration ecosystem.
Best fit for PushPress
- • CrossFit boxes and functional-fitness gyms running class schedules daily.
- • Gyms with a front desk, retail counter and recurring memberships.
- • Owners with low card volume who want zero software cost on the free plan.
- • Facilities that want one vendor for billing, check-in and POS.
Best fit for GymManage Pro
- • Solo trainers and small studios built on 1:1 sessions and session packages.
- • Owners with high card volume who want to keep their own Stripe rate.
- • Studios whose real problem is lead follow-up, renewals and no-shows.
- • Anyone who wants to be operational the same day, without onboarding calls.
Switching from PushPress
Export your PushPress member list to CSV and import it into GymManage Pro; contacts, tags, package balances and renewal dates carry across in a few minutes. Keep PushPress billing running until your current cycle ends, and move recurring charges to Stripe before you cancel. If you run classes, keep a scheduling tool — GymManage Pro's class handling is deliberately lightweight.
FAQ
How much does PushPress cost in 2026?
Core Free is $0/month with card processing around 4.99% + $0.30; Core Pro is $159/month and Core Max $229/month, with processing around 2.89% and 2.75% respectively. Add-on modules (Train, Grow, branded app) are extra. Verify current figures on PushPress's official pricing page.
Is the PushPress free plan actually free?
The software is free, but the card processing rate is roughly two percentage points higher than on the paid plans. If you process more than about $8,000/month on cards, Core Pro usually costs you less overall.
Is PushPress a good fit for personal trainers?
Usually not. It's built for gyms with class schedules, memberships and a front desk. A solo PT rarely uses the kiosk, POS or WOD features that justify the platform.
Why choose GymManage Pro instead?
Flat $29 or $79/month, your own Stripe account and rate, same-day setup, and a CRM built around 1:1 client relationships: leads, packages, renewals, no-shows and retention.
Can I import from PushPress?
Yes — export members to CSV and import directly. Package balances, renewal dates and tags come along; the import takes about five minutes.
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