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Mindbody vs Mirror

Mindbody logo

Mindbody

Sports & Recreation

Wellness business software & marketplace

From
$75/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Mirror logo

Mirror

Fitness & Wellness

The nearly invisible home gym

From
$39/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Mindbody pricing is expensive with frequent price increases over time; Mirror no built-in resistance equipment like Tonal's electromagnetic arms
  • They diverge on capability: Mindbody covers Appointment scheduling, Mirror covers Live classes.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Mindbody and Mirror actually diverge.

Attributes where Mindbody and Mirror differ
AttributeMindbodyMirror
Starting price$75/month$39/month
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidStandalone hardware, iOS app
CategorySports & RecreationFitness & Wellness
Founded20012016

Identical on both: pricing model (Unknown), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated).

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 Mindbody

  • Appointment scheduling
  • Class booking
  • Membership management
  • Point of sale
  • Marketing automation
  • Client management
  • Staff scheduling
  • Business analytics

Only in Mirror

  • Live classes
  • On-demand library
  • Real-time form check
  • Personal training option
  • Heart rate display
  • Apple Watch
  • Bluetooth heart rate monitors
  • Ios support

What people use each for

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

Mindbody

  • Spa managementnot Mirror
  • Class schedulingnot Mirror
  • Membership salesnot Mirror
  • Client retentionnot Mirror
  • Business growthnot Mirror

Mirror

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

Where each one falls short

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

Mindbody

  • Pricing is expensive with frequent price increases over time
  • Essential features require paid add-ons increasing total cost significantly
  • Complex pricing model with multiple tiers makes cost comparison difficult

Mirror

  • No built-in resistance equipment like Tonal's electromagnetic arms
  • Strength training classes are circuit-based rather than traditional weightlifting programs
  • Lululemon discontinued hardware sales, affecting new customer acquisition

Pricing, plan by plan

Mindbody

$75/month

No published plan breakdown. See the Mindbody review.

Mirror

$39/month
  • Hardware$1495/one-time
    • Mirror screen
    • Installation option available
  • Subscription$39/month
    • 10,000+ classes
    • Live and on-demand
    • All class types
  • Personal Training$40/half-hour session
    • 1-on-1 coaching
    • Form correction

Which should you pick?

Choose Mindbody if

  • You need appointment scheduling.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want class booking.
Mindbody review

Choose Mirror if

  • You need live classes.
  • You work on Standalone hardware, iOS app.
  • You also want on-demand library.
Mirror review

Questions people ask

Is Mindbody or Mirror better?
Neither clearly leads. Mindbody starts at $75/month and Mirror at $39/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Mindbody or Mirror?
Mindbody starts at $75/month and Mirror at $39/month.
Does Mindbody or Mirror run on more platforms?
Mindbody runs on Web, iOS, Android. Mirror runs on Standalone hardware, iOS app.
What is Mindbody best used for?
Mindbody is most often used for spa management, class scheduling, membership sales, client retention. Of those, spa management and class scheduling are not what Mirror is typically brought in for.
What can Mindbody do that Mirror cannot?
Mindbody covers Appointment scheduling, Class booking, Membership management, Point of sale. Mirror covers Live classes, On-demand library, Real-time form check, Personal training option.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Mindbody: What are Mindbody's pricing tiers?

Mindbody plans start at $159/month and include class scheduling and client data storage. The popular Ultimate Plus plan starts at $599/month. Entry-level pricing ranges from $75-$99/month depending on the plan selected.

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Mirror: What does the Mirror hardware cost?

The Mirror costs $1,495, with optional white-glove delivery and installation for an additional $250. Financing options available at $32/month for 48 months.

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Mindbody: Does Mindbody have an API for third-party integrations?

Yes. Mindbody provides an open API with webhooks and multiple API types for integration. The platform integrates with 700+ partner solutions.

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Mirror: Is there a subscription fee beyond hardware?

Yes, Mirror requires a $39/month subscription for access to live and on-demand workout classes. Personal training sessions are available for an additional $40 per half-hour.

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Mirror: What types of workouts does Mirror offer?

Mirror offers over 10,000 live and on-demand workout classes across 60 different categories including strength, cardio, dance, boxing, and yoga.

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Mirror: Who owns Mirror now?

Lululemon acquired Mirror in June 2020 for $500 million and currently operates it as part of their fitness offerings, though hardware sales have been discontinued.

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Mirror: Does Mirror provide strength training with weights?

Mirror offers strength training classes but does not include built-in weights or resistance arms like Tonal. Users can filter for classes based on their available equipment.

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