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FitNotes vs Mindbody

FitNotes logo

FitNotes

Software

Free workout tracker for Android

From
Free
Rated
-
Mindbody logo

Mindbody

Software

Wellness business software & marketplace

From
$75/month
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only FitNotes has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: FitNotes android only, no iOS version despite requests from users; Mindbody pricing is expensive with frequent price increases over time
  • They diverge on capability: FitNotes covers Exercise logging, Mindbody covers Appointment scheduling.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which FitNotes and Mindbody actually diverge.

Attributes where FitNotes and Mindbody differ
AttributeFitNotesMindbody
Starting priceFree$75/month
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsAndroidWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20132001

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 FitNotes

  • Exercise logging
  • Custom exercises
  • Progress graphs
  • Workout calendar
  • Data backup
  • Google Drive backup
  • Android support

Only in Mindbody

  • Appointment scheduling
  • Class booking
  • Membership management
  • Point of sale
  • Marketing automation
  • Client management
  • Staff scheduling
  • Business analytics

What people use each for

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

FitNotes

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

Mindbody

  • Spa managementnot FitNotes
  • Class schedulingnot FitNotes
  • Membership salesnot FitNotes
  • Client retentionnot FitNotes
  • Business growthnot FitNotes

Where each one falls short

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

FitNotes

  • Android only, no iOS version despite requests from users
  • Limited community features compared to social fitness trackers
  • Minimal UI updates compared to more modern fitness apps

Mindbody

  • Pricing is expensive with frequent price increases over time
  • Essential features require paid add-ons increasing total cost significantly
  • Complex pricing model with multiple tiers makes cost comparison difficult

Pricing, plan by plan

FitNotes

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the FitNotes review.

Mindbody

$75/month

No published plan breakdown. See the Mindbody review.

Which should you pick?

Choose FitNotes if

  • You need exercise logging.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Android.
  • You also want custom exercises.

Choose Mindbody if

  • You need appointment scheduling.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want class booking.

Questions people ask

Is FitNotes or Mindbody better?
Neither clearly leads. FitNotes starts at Free and Mindbody at $75/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, FitNotes or Mindbody?
FitNotes has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for FitNotes and $75/month for Mindbody.
Does FitNotes or Mindbody run on more platforms?
FitNotes runs on Android. Mindbody runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use FitNotes for free?
Yes. FitNotes has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Mindbody starts at $75/month.
What is FitNotes best used for?
FitNotes is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching. Of those, workout tracking and nutrition management are not what Mindbody is typically brought in for.
What can FitNotes do that Mindbody cannot?
FitNotes covers Exercise logging, Custom exercises, Progress graphs, Workout calendar. Mindbody covers Appointment scheduling, Class booking, Membership management, Point of sale.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

FitNotes: Is FitNotes free and does it have ads?

FitNotes is completely free with no ads and no paid tier. The developer offers a FitNotes Supporter app as optional support.

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Mindbody: What are Mindbody's pricing tiers?

Mindbody plans start at $159/month and include class scheduling and client data storage. The popular Ultimate Plus plan starts at $599/month. Entry-level pricing ranges from $75-$99/month depending on the plan selected.

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FitNotes: Does FitNotes work offline?

Yes, FitNotes works completely offline and requires no internet connection or account sign-up to use.

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Mindbody: Does Mindbody have an API for third-party integrations?

Yes. Mindbody provides an open API with webhooks and multiple API types for integration. The platform integrates with 700+ partner solutions.

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FitNotes: What platform is FitNotes available on?

FitNotes is Android only and is not available on iOS or other platforms.

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FitNotes: Can I export my FitNotes data?

Yes, FitNotes allows full CSV export so your workout data is yours and can be imported into other applications.

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