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ClassPass vs MyFitnessPal

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ClassPass

Software

One membership to access thousands of fitness studios

From
$19/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
MyFitnessPal logo

MyFitnessPal

Software

Nutrition tracking made simple

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only MyFitnessPal has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: ClassPass limited class availability from partner studios; typically only 1-2 spots per class for ClassPass members; MyFitnessPal free tier limited to 5 food entries per day unless premium subscriber
  • They diverge on capability: ClassPass covers Multi-studio access, MyFitnessPal covers 14M+ food database.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which ClassPass and MyFitnessPal actually diverge.

Attributes where ClassPass and MyFitnessPal differ
AttributeClassPassMyFitnessPal
Starting price$19/monthFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidiOS, Android, Web
Founded20132005

Identical on both: pricing model (Unknown), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

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 ClassPass

  • Multi-studio access
  • Credit-based booking
  • Wellness services
  • Live classes
  • Gym day passes
  • Google Calendar

Only in MyFitnessPal

  • 14M+ food database
  • Barcode scanner
  • Macro tracking
  • Recipe importer
  • Exercise logging
  • Fitbit
  • Garmin
  • Google Fit

Both cover

  • Apple Health
  • Ios support
  • Android support
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

ClassPass

  • Workout tracking
  • Nutrition management
  • Health monitoring
  • Fitness coaching
  • Wellness improvement

MyFitnessPal

  • Workout tracking
  • Nutrition management
  • Health monitoring
  • Fitness coaching
  • Wellness improvement

Both are used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching, wellness improvement, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

Where each one falls short

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

ClassPass

  • Limited class availability from partner studios; typically only 1-2 spots per class for ClassPass members
  • Late cancellation and no-show fees accumulate quickly and stack on top of subscription costs
  • Poor customer service with limited phone support and unhelpful AI chatbots
  • Premium credits pricing means high-demand classes cost significantly more
  • Expensive compared to direct membership at a single preferred studio

MyFitnessPal

  • Free tier limited to 5 food entries per day unless premium subscriber
  • Limited offline functionality - cannot search new foods or scan barcodes without internet
  • Database accuracy issues reported at approximately 15% error rate
  • Data export only available via desktop web browser, not mobile app

Pricing, plan by plan

ClassPass

$19/month
  • Entry Plan$19/month
    • 8 credits per month
  • Mid-tier$99/month
    • 80 credits per month
  • Premium$249/month
    • 125 credits per month

MyFitnessPal

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Calorie and macro tracking
    • 20.5M food database
    • Weight tracking
  • Premium$19.99/month
    • Ad-free experience
    • Unlimited food entries
    • Barcode scanner
  • Premium+$24.99/month
    • All Premium features
    • Meal planner with 1,500+ recipes
    • Automated grocery lists

Which should you pick?

Choose ClassPass if

  • You need multi-studio access.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want credit-based booking.
ClassPass review

Choose MyFitnessPal if

  • You need 14m+ food database.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want barcode scanner.
MyFitnessPal review

Questions people ask

Is ClassPass or MyFitnessPal better?
Neither clearly leads. ClassPass starts at $19/month and MyFitnessPal at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, ClassPass or MyFitnessPal?
MyFitnessPal has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $19/month for ClassPass and Free for MyFitnessPal.
Does ClassPass or MyFitnessPal run on more platforms?
ClassPass runs on Web, iOS, Android. MyFitnessPal runs on iOS, Android, Web.
Can I use MyFitnessPal for free?
Yes. MyFitnessPal has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. ClassPass starts at $19/month.
What is ClassPass best used for?
ClassPass is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching.
What can ClassPass do that MyFitnessPal cannot?
ClassPass covers Multi-studio access, Credit-based booking, Wellness services, Live classes. MyFitnessPal covers 14M+ food database, Barcode scanner, Macro tracking, Recipe importer. Both handle Apple Health, Ios support, Android support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

ClassPass: How does ClassPass credit pricing work?

ClassPass allocates monthly credits to members; each class or service costs a variable number of credits (typically 8-14). Members can attend any participating studio, with higher costs during peak times.

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MyFitnessPal: Does MyFitnessPal have a free tier and what are its limits?

Yes, MyFitnessPal offers a free tier with access to calorie and macro tracking, a 20.5M food database, and weight tracking. However, free users are limited to 5 food entries per day and must endure advertisements.

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ClassPass: Are there cancellation fees?

Yes. ClassPass charges late cancellation and no-show fees that accumulate and can significantly increase the effective cost of membership.

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MyFitnessPal: Does MyFitnessPal work offline?

MyFitnessPal has limited offline functionality. You can view previously logged foods and meal history without internet, but you cannot search the full food database or scan barcodes offline.

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ClassPass: How many partner studios does ClassPass have?

As of 2025, ClassPass operates a network of approximately 30,000 partner studios and wellness businesses globally.

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MyFitnessPal: Can I export my data from MyFitnessPal?

Yes. MyFitnessPal allows users to export full account data including all food logs, recipes, and weight entries through the web browser (desktop only, not available in the mobile app).

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MyFitnessPal: What devices does MyFitnessPal integrate with?

MyFitnessPal integrates with 40+ health apps and devices including Fitbit, Garmin, Apple Health, Google Fit, Samsung Health, and Apple Watch, automatically syncing activity and calorie data.

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