Fitness · head to head
Mirror vs PushPress

PushPress
Fitness
Gym management software for CrossFit boxes, martial arts and training studios
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The short version
- Only PushPress has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Mirror no built-in resistance equipment like Tonal's electromagnetic arms; 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 Mirror and PushPress actually diverge.
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 Mirror
- Live classes
- On-demand library
- Real-time form check
- Personal training option
- Heart rate display
- Apple Watch
- Bluetooth heart rate monitors
- Ios support
Only in PushPress
Nothing recorded that Mirror does not also cover.
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Mirror
- Workout trackingnot PushPress
- Nutrition managementnot PushPress
- Health monitoringnot PushPress
- Fitness coachingnot PushPress
- Wellness improvementnot PushPress
PushPress
- Gym managementnot Mirror
- Studio managementnot Mirror
- Membership billingnot Mirror
- Fitness trackingnot Mirror
- Payment processingnot 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
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
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
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 Mirror if
- You need live classes.
- You work on Standalone hardware, iOS app.
- You also want on-demand library.
Questions people ask
- Is Mirror or PushPress better?
- Neither clearly leads. Mirror starts at $39/month and PushPress at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Mirror or PushPress?
- PushPress has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $39/month for Mirror and Free for PushPress.
- Does Mirror or PushPress run on more platforms?
- Mirror runs on Standalone hardware, iOS app. PushPress runs on Web.
- Can I use PushPress for free?
- Yes. PushPress has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Mirror starts at $39/month.
- 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 PushPress is typically brought in for.
- What can Mirror do that PushPress cannot?
- Mirror covers Live classes, On-demand library, Real-time form check, Personal training option.
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.
SourcePushPress: 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.
SourceMirror: 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.
SourcePushPress: 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.
SourceMirror: 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.
SourcePushPress: 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.
SourceMirror: 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.
SourceMirror: 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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