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Apple Fitness+ vs Goldie

Apple Fitness+ logo

Apple Fitness+

Fitness & Wellness

Guided workouts powered by Apple Watch

From
$9.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Goldie

Beauty & Salon

Beauty booking app for independent professionals

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Goldie has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Apple Fitness+ restricted to Apple ecosystem, not compatible with Android devices or non-Apple platforms; Goldie goldie is free to download on the App Store with no listed purchase price; monetisation, if any, is in-app and not disclosed in the store listing
  • They diverge on capability: Apple Fitness+ covers Studio-style workouts, Goldie covers Mobile scheduling.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Apple Fitness+ and Goldie actually diverge.

Attributes where Apple Fitness+ and Goldie differ
AttributeApple Fitness+Goldie
Starting price$9.99/monthFree
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsiOS, iPadOS, tvOSIos, Android
CategoryFitness & WellnessBeauty & Salon
Founded19762018

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Apple Fitness+

  • Studio-style workouts
  • Real-time Apple Watch metrics
  • Personalized recommendations
  • Time to Walk
  • Meditation sessions
  • Apple Watch
  • Apple Music
  • Health app

Only in Goldie

  • Mobile scheduling
  • Client database
  • Online booking link
  • Payment processing
  • SMS reminders
  • No-show protection
  • Social sharing
  • Revenue tracking

Both cover

  • Ios support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Apple Fitness+

  • Workout trackingnot Goldie
  • Nutrition managementnot Goldie
  • Health monitoringnot Goldie
  • Fitness coachingnot Goldie
  • Wellness improvementnot Goldie

Goldie

  • Mobile business managementnot Apple Fitness+
  • Client bookingnot Apple Fitness+
  • Payment collectionnot Apple Fitness+
  • Building clientelenot Apple Fitness+

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Apple Fitness+

  • Restricted to Apple ecosystem, not compatible with Android devices or non-Apple platforms
  • Apple Watch is required for optimal functionality and metrics tracking
  • No live sessions available, only prerecorded on-demand videos
  • Limited Mac support with streaming from iPhone or iPad required
  • Simplified approach puts limitations compared to specialized or comprehensive fitness apps

Goldie

  • Goldie is free to download on the App Store with no listed purchase price; monetisation, if any, is in-app and not disclosed in the store listing

Pricing, plan by plan

Apple Fitness+

$9.99/month

No published plan breakdown. See the Apple Fitness+ review.

Goldie

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Appointment scheduling
    • Client management
    • Basic reminders
  • Pro$9.99/month
    • All Free features
    • Online payments
    • SMS reminders

Which should you pick?

Choose Apple Fitness+ if

  • You need studio-style workouts.
  • You work on iOS, iPadOS, tvOS.
  • You also want real-time apple watch metrics.
Apple Fitness+ review

Choose Goldie if

  • You need mobile scheduling.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Ios, Android.
  • You also want client database.
Goldie review

Questions people ask

Is Apple Fitness+ or Goldie better?
Neither clearly leads. Apple Fitness+ starts at $9.99/month and Goldie at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Apple Fitness+ or Goldie?
Goldie has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $9.99/month for Apple Fitness+ and Free for Goldie.
Does Apple Fitness+ or Goldie run on more platforms?
Apple Fitness+ runs on iOS, iPadOS, tvOS. Goldie runs on Ios, Android.
Can I use Goldie for free?
Yes. Goldie has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Apple Fitness+ starts at $9.99/month.
What is Apple Fitness+ best used for?
Apple Fitness+ is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching. Of those, workout tracking and nutrition management are not what Goldie is typically brought in for.
What can Apple Fitness+ do that Goldie cannot?
Apple Fitness+ covers Studio-style workouts, Real-time Apple Watch metrics, Personalized recommendations, Time to Walk. Goldie covers Mobile scheduling, Client database, Online booking link, Payment processing. Both handle Ios support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Apple Fitness+: How much does Apple Fitness Plus cost?

Apple Fitness Plus costs $9.99/month or $79.99/year in the US. New subscribers may be eligible for a free trial with the purchase of select Apple devices.

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Apple Fitness+: Can you share Apple Fitness Plus with family?

Yes, Apple Fitness Plus features Family Sharing compatibility, allowing you to share your subscription with up to five family members at no additional cost.

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Apple Fitness+: What workout types does Apple Fitness Plus offer?

Apple Fitness Plus supports a wide range of workout types including strength training, yoga, HIIT, cycling, dance, and mindful cooldowns with curated music playlists.

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Apple Fitness+: Does Apple Fitness Plus integrate with Apple Music?

Yes, one of the strongest features is Apple Music integration, with workouts synced to curated playlists that match pace and intensity.

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Apple Fitness+: What devices are required to use Apple Fitness Plus?

Apple Fitness Plus requires an Apple device such as iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV. An Apple Watch is more or less mandatory for optimal use and metrics tracking.

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