Software · head to head
Future vs PT Distinction
PT Distinction
Software
Professional personal training software
- From
- $19.99/month
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Future high monthly cost: $199/month is significantly more expensive than app-only alternatives and self-directed programs; PT Distinction the $19.90 per month Basic plan includes only 3 clients, with each extra client costing $6.00 per month after the first month
- They diverge on capability: Future covers Dedicated personal trainer, PT Distinction covers Advanced programming.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Future and PT Distinction actually diverge.
| Attribute | Future | PT Distinction |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $199/month | $19.99/month |
| Pricing model | Unknown | subscription |
| Platforms | iOS, Android | Ios, Android, Web |
| Founded | 2017 | 2014 |
Identical on both: free tier (No), 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 Future
- Dedicated personal trainer
- Custom workout plans
- Real-time accountability
- Weekly plan adjustments
- Trainer messaging
- Apple Watch
- Apple-watch support
Only in PT Distinction
- Advanced programming
- Client portal
- Automation tools
- Custom branding
- Comprehensive tracking
- MyFitnessPal
- Stripe
- Zapier
Both cover
- Apple Health
- Ios support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Future
- Workout trackingnot PT Distinction
- Nutrition managementnot PT Distinction
- Health monitoringnot PT Distinction
- Fitness coachingnot PT Distinction
- Wellness improvementnot PT Distinction
PT Distinction
- Delivering online personal training and nutrition programs to clientsnot Future
- Branded coaching apps for a personal training businessnot Future
- Automated client workflows, habit tracking and check-insnot Future
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Future
- High monthly cost: $199/month is significantly more expensive than app-only alternatives and self-directed programs
- No real-time coaching: lacks in-workout guidance from coaches during actual training sessions
- Limited customer support: email-only support model without phone or chat options for immediate assistance
- Requires wearable for full tracking: relies on Apple Watch or smartwatch for comprehensive activity and heart rate data
- Binding coach relationship: switching coaches or ending relationships may impact workout continuity
PT Distinction
- The $19.90 per month Basic plan includes only 3 clients, with each extra client costing $6.00 per month after the first month
- The per-extra-client rate falls with the plan, from $6.00 on Basic to $2.40 on Pro and $1.60 on Master, so smaller coaches pay the most per client
- Custom branded iOS and Android apps require the Pro plan at $59.90 per month; Basic ships unbranded apps
- There is no free plan; the entry point is a one-month free trial
- Client counts included are 3, 25 and 50, so growing past a tier means either an upgrade or per-client overage
Pricing, plan by plan
Future
$199/monthNo published plan breakdown. See the Future review.
PT Distinction
$19.99/month- Standard$19.99/month
- Up to 5 clients
- Full features
- Branding
- Professional$49.99/month
- Unlimited clients
- Advanced automation
- Priority support
Which should you pick?
Choose Future if
- You need dedicated personal trainer.
- You work on iOS, Android.
- You also want custom workout plans.
Choose PT Distinction if
- You need advanced programming.
- You work on Ios, Android, Web.
- You also want client portal.
Questions people ask
- Is Future or PT Distinction better?
- Neither clearly leads. Future starts at $199/month and PT Distinction at $19.99/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Future or PT Distinction?
- Future starts at $199/month and PT Distinction at $19.99/month.
- Does Future or PT Distinction run on more platforms?
- Future runs on iOS, Android. PT Distinction runs on Ios, Android, Web.
- What is Future best used for?
- Future is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching. Of those, workout tracking and nutrition management are not what PT Distinction is typically brought in for.
- What can Future do that PT Distinction cannot?
- Future covers Dedicated personal trainer, Custom workout plans, Real-time accountability, Weekly plan adjustments. PT Distinction covers Advanced programming, Client portal, Automation tools, Custom branding. Both handle Apple Health, Ios support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Future: How much does Future personal training cost?
Future Pro membership costs $199 per month for one-on-one personal training with a certified coach. First-time users can access the first month at a discounted rate through affiliate links.
SourceFuture: Do Future coaches provide form feedback?
Yes, users can record and submit exercise videos to their coach, who will provide personalized form corrections and technique feedback for proper exercise execution.
SourceFuture: Does Future work with wearables like Apple Watch?
Yes, Future integrates with Apple Watch, smartwatches, and can cast workouts to TV. The app tracks activity and heart rate data through wearable devices.
SourceFuture: How often are Future workouts updated?
Future coaches deliver customized weekly workouts by Sunday that adapt to travel, injuries, or schedule changes. Coaches also provide ongoing daily motivation and track workout completion.
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