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Mirror vs PT Distinction

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Mirror

Software

The nearly invisible home gym

From
$39/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
PT Distinction logo

PT Distinction

Software

Professional personal training software

From
$19.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Mirror no built-in resistance equipment like Tonal's electromagnetic arms; 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: Mirror covers Live classes, PT Distinction covers Advanced programming.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where Mirror and PT Distinction differ
AttributeMirrorPT Distinction
Starting price$39/month$19.99/month
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
PlatformsStandalone hardware, iOS appIos, Android, Web
Founded20162014

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

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 Mirror

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

Only in PT Distinction

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

Both cover

  • Ios support

What people use each for

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

Mirror

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

PT Distinction

  • Delivering online personal training and nutrition programs to clientsnot Mirror
  • Branded coaching apps for a personal training businessnot Mirror
  • Automated client workflows, habit tracking and check-insnot Mirror

Where each one falls short

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

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

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

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

PT Distinction

$19.99/month
  • Standard$19.99/month
    • Up to 5 clients
    • Full features
    • Branding
  • Professional$49.99/month
    • Unlimited clients
    • Advanced automation
    • Priority support

Which should you pick?

Choose Mirror if

  • You need live classes.
  • You work on Standalone hardware, iOS app.
  • You also want on-demand library.
Mirror 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 Mirror or PT Distinction better?
Neither clearly leads. Mirror starts at $39/month and PT Distinction at $19.99/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Mirror or PT Distinction?
Mirror starts at $39/month and PT Distinction at $19.99/month.
Does Mirror or PT Distinction run on more platforms?
Mirror runs on Standalone hardware, iOS app. PT Distinction runs on Ios, Android, Web.
What is Mirror best used for?
Mirror 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 Mirror do that PT Distinction cannot?
Mirror covers Live classes, On-demand library, Real-time form check, Personal training option. PT Distinction covers Advanced programming, Client portal, Automation tools, Custom branding. Both handle Ios support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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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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