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Mariana Tek vs TrainHeroic

Mariana Tek logo

Mariana Tek

Fitness

Boutique fitness software

From
$200/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
TrainHeroic logo

TrainHeroic

Fitness

Strength and conditioning platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only TrainHeroic 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; TrainHeroic no annual billing discount explicitly stated; only monthly pricing shown
  • They diverge on capability: Mariana Tek covers Custom branded apps, TrainHeroic covers Workout programming.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Mariana Tek and TrainHeroic actually diverge.

Attributes where Mariana Tek and TrainHeroic differ
AttributeMariana TekTrainHeroic
Starting price$200/monthFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsIos, Android, WebWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20162012

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 TrainHeroic

  • Workout programming
  • Progress tracking
  • Team management
  • Video analysis
  • Program marketplace
  • Fitbit
  • Garmin
  • WHOOP

Both cover

  • Ios support
  • Android support
  • Web support

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 TrainHeroic
  • Spot booking and check in for cycling and strength studiosnot TrainHeroic
  • Multi location studio operations and reportingnot TrainHeroic

TrainHeroic

  • Personal training client management and athlete coachingnot Mariana Tek
  • Fitness program delivery and workout planningnot Mariana Tek
  • Coach-athlete relationship managementnot 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

TrainHeroic

  • No annual billing discount explicitly stated; only monthly pricing shown
  • Limited transparency on marketplace revenue sharing terms
  • No feature comparison matrix between tiers
  • Cancellation and refund policy not discussed

Pricing, plan by plan

Mariana Tek

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

TrainHeroic

Free
  • 1 Athlete$9.99/month
    • Up to 1 athlete
  • 5 Athletes$17.99/month
    • Up to 5 athletes
  • 15 Athletes$34.99/month
    • Up to 15 athletes
  • 25 Athletes$44.99/month
    • Up to 25 athletes

Which should you pick?

Choose Mariana Tek if

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

Choose TrainHeroic if

  • You need workout programming.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want progress tracking.
TrainHeroic review

Questions people ask

Is Mariana Tek or TrainHeroic better?
Neither clearly leads. Mariana Tek starts at $200/month and TrainHeroic at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Mariana Tek or TrainHeroic?
TrainHeroic has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $200/month for Mariana Tek and Free for TrainHeroic.
Does Mariana Tek or TrainHeroic run on more platforms?
Mariana Tek runs on Ios, Android, Web. TrainHeroic runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use TrainHeroic for free?
Yes. TrainHeroic 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 TrainHeroic is typically brought in for.
What can Mariana Tek do that TrainHeroic cannot?
Mariana Tek covers Custom branded apps, Spot booking, Waitlist management, Analytics dashboard. TrainHeroic covers Workout programming, Progress tracking, Team management, Video analysis. Both handle Ios support, Android support, Web support.

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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TrainHeroic: Is there a free trial for TrainHeroic?

Yes, TrainHeroic offers a 14-day free trial that requires no credit card.

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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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TrainHeroic: Can I add assistant coaches to my account?

Yes, you can add assistant coaches at $9.99 per month each.

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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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