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Mariana Tek vs PushPress

Mariana Tek logo

Mariana Tek

Fitness

Boutique fitness software

From
$200/month
Rated
-
PushPress logo

PushPress

Fitness

Gym management software for CrossFit boxes, martial arts and training studios

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only PushPress has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Mariana Tek none of the three packages (Core, Core plus Growth, Full Growth Bundle) shows a price; each tier displays only a Book a demo button; 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 Mariana Tek and PushPress actually diverge.

Attributes where Mariana Tek and PushPress differ
AttributeMariana TekPushPress
Starting price$200/monthFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsIos, Android, WebWeb
Founded2016Unknown

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), 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 Mariana Tek

  • Custom branded apps
  • Spot booking
  • Waitlist management
  • Analytics dashboard
  • Franchise management
  • Stripe
  • ClassPass
  • Apple Pay

Only in PushPress

Nothing recorded that Mariana Tek does not also cover.

What people use each for

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

Mariana Tek

  • Class booking and membership management for boutique fitness studiosnot PushPress
  • Spot booking and check in for cycling and strength studiosnot PushPress
  • Multi location studio operations and reportingnot PushPress

PushPress

  • Gym managementnot Mariana Tek
  • Studio managementnot Mariana Tek
  • Membership billingnot Mariana Tek
  • Fitness trackingnot Mariana Tek
  • Payment processingnot Mariana Tek

Where each one falls short

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

Mariana Tek

  • None of the three packages (Core, Core plus Growth, Full Growth Bundle) shows a price; each tier displays only a Book a demo button
  • The Core package is scoped to single locations just getting started
  • Add on features are bought by upgrading the membership, so the entry package price is not the final cost
  • Card payments run through Stripe at its standard flat rate for all purchases regardless of card type

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

Mariana Tek

$200/month
  • Studio$200/month
    • Booking
    • Payments
    • Branded app
  • Enterprise$500/month
    • Multi-location
    • Franchise tools
    • API

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 Mariana Tek if

  • You need custom branded apps.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want spot booking.

Choose PushPress if

  • You want to start without paying.

Questions people ask

Is Mariana Tek or PushPress better?
Neither clearly leads. Mariana Tek starts at $200/month and PushPress at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Mariana Tek or PushPress?
PushPress has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $200/month for Mariana Tek and Free for PushPress.
Does Mariana Tek or PushPress run on more platforms?
Mariana Tek runs on Ios, Android, Web. PushPress runs on Web.
Can I use PushPress for free?
Yes. PushPress has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Mariana Tek starts at $200/month.
What is Mariana Tek best used for?
Mariana Tek is most often used for class booking and membership management for boutique fitness studios, spot booking and check in for cycling and strength studios, multi location studio operations and reporting. Of those, class booking and membership management for boutique fitness studios and spot booking and check in for cycling and strength studios are not what PushPress is typically brought in for.
What can Mariana Tek do that PushPress cannot?
Mariana Tek covers Custom branded apps, Spot booking, Waitlist management, Analytics dashboard.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Mariana Tek: What are the main pricing tiers for Mariana Tek?

Mariana Tek offers three main pricing tiers: Core for single locations getting started, Core + Growth (most popular) for established studios, and Full Growth Bundle for large growth-oriented studios. Specific prices are not published and require booking a demo or contacting the sales team.

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PushPress: 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.

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Mariana Tek: What features are included in each Mariana Tek pricing tier?

Core tier includes custom-branded apps, business app, kiosk check-in, waivers and forms. Core + Growth adds marketing automation, SMS capabilities, landing pages. Full Growth Bundle adds gamification, feedback suite, and custom marketing plan. All tiers include multi-location support and unlimited classes.

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PushPress: 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.

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Mariana Tek: What support is included with Mariana Tek subscriptions?

All tiers include white-glove support with reported 95 percent customer satisfaction score. Support features and response times may vary by tier, but specific support level details require contacting the sales team for custom pricing discussions.

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PushPress: 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.

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