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MacroFactor vs Trainerize

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MacroFactor

Fitness

The smart macro tracker

From
$6.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Trainerize logo

Trainerize

Fitness

Online personal training software

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Trainerize has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • 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.; Trainerize the free Basic plan covers exactly 1 client seat and excludes the AI workout builder, custom programs and nutrition tracking
  • They diverge on capability: MacroFactor covers Adaptive algorithm, Trainerize covers Workout programming.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which MacroFactor and Trainerize actually diverge.

Attributes where MacroFactor and Trainerize differ
AttributeMacroFactorTrainerize
Starting price$6.99/monthFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionfreemium
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsIos, AndroidIos, Android, Web
Founded20212012

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 MacroFactor

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

Only in Trainerize

  • Workout programming
  • Nutrition coaching
  • Habit tracking
  • In-app messaging
  • Progress tracking
  • MyFitnessPal
  • MINDBODY
  • Web support

Both cover

  • Apple Health
  • Garmin
  • Fitbit
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

MacroFactor

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

Trainerize

  • Personal training client managementnot MacroFactor
  • Fitness coaching and athlete developmentnot MacroFactor
  • Macro tracking and nutrition coachingnot MacroFactor

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.

Trainerize

  • The free Basic plan covers exactly 1 client seat and excludes the AI workout builder, custom programs and nutrition tracking
  • Pricing is driven by client seats, so the same feature set costs more as the roster grows
  • Advanced Nutrition Coaching, Business, Video Coaching and Stripe Integrated Payments are paid add-ons on the Grow and Pro plans rather than included features
  • Add-ons are priced from $10 per month each, with a custom branded app carrying a $169 one-time fee
  • Full API access, personalised onboarding and access to partner add-ons require the Studio Plus tier at $248 per month
  • SSO sign-in, a dedicated account manager and a separate app store listing are Enterprise features
  • Adding locations beyond the first is custom priced, and 5 or more locations requires contacting sales

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

Trainerize

Free
  • BasicFree
    • 1 coaching client
    • Mobile app
    • Workout programs
  • Grow$9/month
    • 2 coaching clients
    • AI Workout Builder
    • Custom programs
  • Pro$23/month
    • 5 coaching clients
    • Custom videos
    • Consultation forms
  • Studio Plus$248/month
    • 500 coaching clients
    • Group video calls
    • Custom recipes

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 Trainerize if

  • You need workout programming.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want nutrition coaching.
Trainerize review

Questions people ask

Is MacroFactor or Trainerize better?
Neither clearly leads. MacroFactor starts at $6.99/month and Trainerize at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, MacroFactor or Trainerize?
Trainerize has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $6.99/month for MacroFactor and Free for Trainerize.
Does MacroFactor or Trainerize run on more platforms?
MacroFactor runs on Ios, Android. Trainerize runs on Ios, Android, Web.
Can I use Trainerize for free?
Yes. Trainerize has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. MacroFactor starts at $6.99/month.
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 Trainerize is typically brought in for.
What can MacroFactor do that Trainerize cannot?
MacroFactor covers Adaptive algorithm, True expenditure calculation, Fast food logger, Detailed analytics. Trainerize covers Workout programming, Nutrition coaching, Habit tracking, In-app messaging. Both handle Apple Health, Garmin, Fitbit, Ios support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Trainerize: Does Trainerize offer a free plan?

Yes, the Basic plan is permanently free and includes 1 coaching client, mobile app, workout programs, basic messaging, and habit coaching. No credit card is required.

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Trainerize: What's the least expensive paid plan?

The Grow plan costs $9 per month USD and supports 2 coaching clients. It includes AI Workout Builder, custom programs, meal and macro tracking, and a Trainerize.me profile.

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