Fitness · head to head
Future vs PushPress

PushPress
Fitness
Gym management software for CrossFit boxes, martial arts and training studios
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The short version
- Only PushPress has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Future high monthly cost: $199/month is significantly more expensive than app-only alternatives and self-directed programs; PushPress free tier has higher payment processing fees (4.99% + $0.30 for cards)
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Future and PushPress actually diverge.
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Fitness).
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 Health
- Ios support
Only in PushPress
Nothing recorded that Future does not also cover.
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Future
- Workout trackingnot PushPress
- Nutrition managementnot PushPress
- Health monitoringnot PushPress
- Fitness coachingnot PushPress
- Wellness improvementnot PushPress
PushPress
- Gym managementnot Future
- Studio managementnot Future
- Membership billingnot Future
- Fitness trackingnot Future
- Payment processingnot 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
PushPress
- Free tier has higher payment processing fees (4.99% + $0.30 for cards)
- Add-on products (Train at $79/month, Grow at $329/month) cost extra
- ACH processing fee is $0.30 on all tiers
- Free tier highest cost option for card processing
Pricing, plan by plan
Future
$199/monthNo published plan breakdown. See the Future review.
PushPress
Free- FreeFree
- For small gyms and studios
- Payment processing 4.99% + $0.30 (card) or 2.89% + $0.30 (ACH)
- Unlimited users/members/staff
- Pro$159/month
- For mid-size gyms and studios
- Payment processing 2.89% + $0.30 (card) or 0.79% + $0.30 (ACH)
- Unlimited users/members/staff
- Max$229/month
- For established gyms and studios
- Payment processing 2.75% + $0.30 (card) or 0.79% + $0.30 (ACH)
- Unlimited users/members/staff
Which should you pick?
Choose Future if
- You need dedicated personal trainer.
- You work on iOS, Android.
- You also want custom workout plans.
Questions people ask
- Is Future or PushPress better?
- Neither clearly leads. Future starts at $199/month and PushPress at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Future or PushPress?
- PushPress has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $199/month for Future and Free for PushPress.
- Does Future or PushPress run on more platforms?
- Future runs on iOS, Android. PushPress runs on Web.
- Can I use PushPress for free?
- Yes. PushPress has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Future starts at $199/month.
- 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 PushPress is typically brought in for.
- What can Future do that PushPress cannot?
- Future covers Dedicated personal trainer, Custom workout plans, Real-time accountability, Weekly plan adjustments.
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.
SourcePushPress: How much does PushPress cost?
PushPress offers a free plan for small gyms, Pro at $159/month for mid-size gyms, and Max at $229/month for established gyms. All plans include unlimited users, members, and staff accounts.
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.
SourcePushPress: What are PushPress payment processing fees?
Free plan charges 4.99% + $0.30 per card transaction or 2.89% + $0.30 for ACH. Pro plan charges 2.89% + $0.30 for cards or 0.79% + $0.30 for ACH. Max plan charges 2.75% + $0.30 for cards or 0.79% + $0.30 for ACH.
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.
SourcePushPress: Are there additional fees for add-on products?
Yes. The Train module for workout tracking starts at $79/month and the Grow module for marketing/CRM features starts at $329/month.
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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