Software · head to head
Pike13 vs Tempo
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Pike13 the entry Essential plan is $159 per month billed monthly, or $139 with annual prepayment; Tempo heart rate monitor requires direct line of sight to connect and frequently loses connection during workouts
- They diverge on capability: Pike13 covers Online scheduling, Tempo covers 3D motion tracking.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Pike13 and Tempo actually diverge.
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 Pike13
- Online scheduling
- Automated billing
- Client portal
- Staff management
- Reporting dashboard
- Stripe
- QuickBooks
- Mailchimp
Only in Tempo
- 3D motion tracking
- Real-time form correction
- Rep counting
- Weight recommendations
- Personalized programs
- Apple Health
- Apple Watch
- Hardware support
Both cover
- Ios support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Pike13
- Class, course and appointment scheduling for fitness studiosnot Tempo
- Membership billing, passes and automated collectionsnot Tempo
- Multi-location reporting for growing studio and franchise businessesnot Tempo
Tempo
- Workout trackingnot Pike13
- Nutrition managementnot Pike13
- Health monitoringnot Pike13
- Fitness coachingnot Pike13
- Wellness improvementnot Pike13
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Pike13
- The entry Essential plan is $159 per month billed monthly, or $139 with annual prepayment
- SMS reminders and messaging, email marketing, digital waivers, payroll and staff time tracking and multi-location oversight all require the Advanced plan at $225 per month billed monthly
- Custom reporting and website widgets are excluded from the Essential plan
- API access and custom integrations require the Premium plan at $286 per month billed monthly
- On the Premium plan you must choose either a branded app or custom reports, not both
- Member progress tracking and skill assessments are Premium only
- The advertised lower prices require a single yearly payment up front
Tempo
- Heart rate monitor requires direct line of sight to connect and frequently loses connection during workouts
- Form feedback can be inconsistent and often misses nuance in exercise execution
- Weight guidance recommendations are frequently inaccurate
- Loud cooling fan sounds like a server or gaming PC, creating noise disturbance during workouts
- High cost of entry plus ongoing $39/month subscription with penalties for returns
Pricing, plan by plan
Pike13
$129/month- Studio$129/month
- Scheduling
- Billing
- Client portal
- Enterprise$249/month
- Multi-location
- Advanced reports
- API access
Tempo
$39/month- Tempo Fit Membership$39/month
- 2,000+ guided workouts
- AI-powered form feedback
- Personalized training plans
- Tempo Move Hardware$395/one-time
- AI-powered 3D body tracking camera
- Docks iPhone XS or newer
- Smart weights tracking
- Tempo Studio Hardware$2495/one-time
- Wall-mounted smart display
- Complete home gym setup with barbell and weights
- Advanced 3D body tracking
Which should you pick?
Choose Pike13 if
- You need online scheduling.
- You work on Ios, Android, Web.
- You also want automated billing.
Choose Tempo if
- You need 3d motion tracking.
- You work on iOS, Tempo hardware (Move and Studio).
- You also want real-time form correction.
Questions people ask
- Is Pike13 or Tempo better?
- Neither clearly leads. Pike13 starts at $129/month and Tempo at $39/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Pike13 or Tempo?
- Pike13 starts at $129/month and Tempo at $39/month.
- Does Pike13 or Tempo run on more platforms?
- Pike13 runs on Ios, Android, Web. Tempo runs on iOS, Tempo hardware (Move and Studio).
- What is Pike13 best used for?
- Pike13 is most often used for class, course and appointment scheduling for fitness studios, membership billing, passes and automated collections, multi-location reporting for growing studio and franchise businesses. Of those, class, course and appointment scheduling for fitness studios and membership billing, passes and automated collections are not what Tempo is typically brought in for.
- What can Pike13 do that Tempo cannot?
- Pike13 covers Online scheduling, Automated billing, Client portal, Staff management. Tempo covers 3D motion tracking, Real-time form correction, Rep counting, Weight recommendations. Both handle Ios support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Tempo: What is Tempo and what hardware does it require?
Tempo is an AI-powered home gym available in two versions: Tempo Move ($395) which docks an iPhone XS or newer and uses the phone's camera for tracking, and Tempo Studio ($2,495+) which is a wall-mounted display. Both require a $39/month subscription for access to workouts and coaching.
SourceTempo: How does Tempo track form and provide feedback?
Tempo uses 3D depth-sensing technology and AI to track over 70 body points per second, analyzing your movement during exercises. It provides real-time form feedback on your screen to help you correct squat depth, deadlift mechanics, and pressing form instantly.
SourceTempo: Does Tempo work with Apple Watch and Apple Health?
Yes, Tempo integrates with Apple Health and Apple Watch to pull sleep, activity, and heart rate data that powers personalized training adaptations. Your workout metrics including duration, calories burned, and heart rate are automatically synced to Apple Health.
SourceTempo: What is the space requirement for Tempo?
Tempo requires a 3-foot-by-3-foot space for the unit itself, plus 6 feet of clear floor space in front for working out, totaling approximately a 6-foot-by-6-foot dedicated workout area.
SourceTempo: How many workouts and classes does Tempo offer?
Tempo provides access to 2,000+ guided workouts ranging from strength training to cardio and recovery, with a mix of live and on-demand classes included in the $39/month subscription.
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