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MacroFactor vs PT Distinction

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MacroFactor

Fitness

The smart macro tracker

From
$6.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
PT Distinction logo

PT Distinction

Fitness

Professional personal training software

From
$19.9/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: MacroFactor the App Store listing states MacroFactor offers only a 7 day trial of the premium, ad-free macro tracker before a subscription is required, without stating the subscription price in the visible description.; 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: MacroFactor covers Adaptive algorithm, PT Distinction covers Advanced programming.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which MacroFactor and PT Distinction actually diverge.

Attributes where MacroFactor and PT Distinction differ
AttributeMacroFactorPT Distinction
Starting price$6.99/month$19.9/month
PlatformsIos, AndroidIos, Android, Web
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Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), 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 MacroFactor

  • Adaptive algorithm
  • True expenditure calculation
  • Fast food logger
  • Detailed analytics
  • Knowledge base
  • Apple Watch
  • Garmin
  • Fitbit

Only in PT Distinction

  • Advanced programming
  • Client portal
  • Automation tools
  • Custom branding
  • Comprehensive tracking
  • MyFitnessPal
  • Stripe
  • Zapier

Both cover

  • Apple Health
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

MacroFactor

  • Workout trackingnot PT Distinction
  • Nutrition managementnot PT Distinction
  • Health monitoringnot PT Distinction
  • Fitness coaching
  • Wellness improvementnot PT Distinction

PT Distinction

  • Personal trainingnot MacroFactor
  • Fitness coaching
  • Wellness managementnot MacroFactor

Both are used for fitness coaching, 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.

MacroFactor

  • The App Store listing states MacroFactor offers only a 7 day trial of the premium, ad-free macro tracker before a subscription is required, without stating the subscription price in the visible description.

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

MacroFactor

$6.99/month
  • Monthly$11.99/month
    • Adaptive algorithm
    • Expenditure tracking
    • All features
  • Annual$71.99/year
    • Adaptive algorithm
    • Expenditure tracking
    • All features

PT Distinction

$19.9/month
  • Basic$19.9/month
    • 3 clients included
    • Extra clients at $6.00/month
    • All features included
  • Pro$59.9/month
    • 25 clients included
    • Extra clients at $2.40/month
    • All features included
  • Master$89.9/month
    • 50 clients included
    • Extra clients at $1.60/month
    • All features included

Which should you pick?

Choose MacroFactor if

  • You need adaptive algorithm.
  • You work on Ios, Android.
  • You also want true expenditure calculation.
MacroFactor review

Choose PT Distinction if

  • You need advanced programming.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want client portal.
PT Distinction review

Questions people ask

Is MacroFactor or PT Distinction better?
Neither clearly leads. MacroFactor starts at $6.99/month and PT Distinction at $19.9/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, MacroFactor or PT Distinction?
MacroFactor starts at $6.99/month and PT Distinction at $19.9/month.
Does MacroFactor or PT Distinction run on more platforms?
MacroFactor runs on Ios, Android. PT Distinction runs on Ios, Android, Web.
What is MacroFactor best used for?
MacroFactor 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 MacroFactor do that PT Distinction cannot?
MacroFactor covers Adaptive algorithm, True expenditure calculation, Fast food logger, Detailed analytics. PT Distinction covers Advanced programming, Client portal, Automation tools, Custom branding. Both handle Apple Health, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

PT Distinction: How much does PT Distinction cost?

PT Distinction offers three tiers: Basic at $19.90/month (3 clients), Pro at $59.90/month (25 clients), and Master at $89.90/month (50 clients). Additional clients cost extra depending on tier.

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PT Distinction: What is included in PT Distinction plans?

All features are included in every tier with no hidden fees or extra costs. Tiers differ only in the number of included clients.

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PT Distinction: Does PT Distinction offer a free trial?

Yes, PT Distinction offers a one-month free trial that can be cancelled anytime without penalties or notice requirements.

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