Fitness & Wellness · head to head
PT Distinction vs Apple Fitness+
PT Distinction
Fitness & Wellness
Professional personal training software
- From
- $19.99/month
- Rated
- -
Apple Fitness+
Fitness & Wellness
Guided workouts powered by Apple Watch
- From
- $9.99/month
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Each has a real cost: 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; Apple Fitness+ restricted to Apple ecosystem, not compatible with Android devices or non-Apple platforms
- They diverge on capability: PT Distinction covers Advanced programming, Apple Fitness+ covers Studio-style workouts.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which PT Distinction and Apple Fitness+ actually diverge.
| Attribute | PT Distinction | Apple Fitness+ |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $19.99/month | $9.99/month |
| Pricing model | subscription | Unknown |
| Platforms | Ios, Android, Web | iOS, iPadOS, tvOS |
| Founded | 2014 | 1976 |
Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Fitness & Wellness).
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 PT Distinction
- Advanced programming
- Client portal
- Automation tools
- Custom branding
- Comprehensive tracking
- MyFitnessPal
- Apple Health
- Stripe
Only in Apple Fitness+
- Studio-style workouts
- Real-time Apple Watch metrics
- Personalized recommendations
- Time to Walk
- Meditation sessions
- Apple Watch
- Apple Music
- Health app
Both cover
- Ios support
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
PT Distinction
- Delivering online personal training and nutrition programs to clientsnot Apple Fitness+
- Branded coaching apps for a personal training businessnot Apple Fitness+
- Automated client workflows, habit tracking and check-insnot Apple Fitness+
Apple Fitness+
- Workout trackingnot PT Distinction
- Nutrition managementnot PT Distinction
- Health monitoringnot PT Distinction
- Fitness coachingnot PT Distinction
- Wellness improvementnot PT Distinction
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
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
Apple Fitness+
- Restricted to Apple ecosystem, not compatible with Android devices or non-Apple platforms
- Apple Watch is required for optimal functionality and metrics tracking
- No live sessions available, only prerecorded on-demand videos
- Limited Mac support with streaming from iPhone or iPad required
- Simplified approach puts limitations compared to specialized or comprehensive fitness apps
Pricing, plan by plan
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
Apple Fitness+
$9.99/monthNo published plan breakdown. See the Apple Fitness+ review.
Which should you pick?
Choose PT Distinction if
- You need advanced programming.
- You work on Ios, Android, Web.
- You also want client portal.
Choose Apple Fitness+ if
- You need studio-style workouts.
- You work on iOS, iPadOS, tvOS.
- You also want real-time apple watch metrics.
Questions people ask
- Is PT Distinction or Apple Fitness+ better?
- Neither clearly leads. PT Distinction starts at $19.99/month and Apple Fitness+ at $9.99/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, PT Distinction or Apple Fitness+?
- PT Distinction starts at $19.99/month and Apple Fitness+ at $9.99/month.
- Does PT Distinction or Apple Fitness+ run on more platforms?
- PT Distinction runs on Ios, Android, Web. Apple Fitness+ runs on iOS, iPadOS, tvOS.
- What is PT Distinction best used for?
- PT Distinction is most often used for delivering online personal training and nutrition programs to clients, branded coaching apps for a personal training business, automated client workflows, habit tracking and check-ins. Of those, delivering online personal training and nutrition programs to clients and branded coaching apps for a personal training business are not what Apple Fitness+ is typically brought in for.
- What can PT Distinction do that Apple Fitness+ cannot?
- PT Distinction covers Advanced programming, Client portal, Automation tools, Custom branding. Apple Fitness+ covers Studio-style workouts, Real-time Apple Watch metrics, Personalized recommendations, Time to Walk. Both handle Ios support, Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Apple Fitness+: How much does Apple Fitness Plus cost?
Apple Fitness Plus costs $9.99/month or $79.99/year in the US. New subscribers may be eligible for a free trial with the purchase of select Apple devices.
SourceApple Fitness+: Can you share Apple Fitness Plus with family?
Yes, Apple Fitness Plus features Family Sharing compatibility, allowing you to share your subscription with up to five family members at no additional cost.
SourceApple Fitness+: What workout types does Apple Fitness Plus offer?
Apple Fitness Plus supports a wide range of workout types including strength training, yoga, HIIT, cycling, dance, and mindful cooldowns with curated music playlists.
SourceApple Fitness+: Does Apple Fitness Plus integrate with Apple Music?
Yes, one of the strongest features is Apple Music integration, with workouts synced to curated playlists that match pace and intensity.
SourceApple Fitness+: What devices are required to use Apple Fitness Plus?
Apple Fitness Plus requires an Apple device such as iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV. An Apple Watch is more or less mandatory for optimal use and metrics tracking.
SourceRelated pages
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