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PT Distinction vs Strong

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PT Distinction

Fitness

Professional personal training software

From
$19.9/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Strong logo

Strong

Fitness

Simple workout logging

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Strong has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • 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; Strong limited social and community features compared to newer competitors
  • They diverge on capability: PT Distinction covers Advanced programming, Strong covers Simple logging.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where PT Distinction and Strong differ
AttributePT DistinctionStrong
Starting price$19.9/monthFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsIos, Android, WebiOS, Android
Founded20142011

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 PT Distinction

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

Only in Strong

  • Simple logging
  • Rest timer
  • Personal records
  • Progress charts
  • Routine templates
  • Apple Watch
  • Apple-watch support

Both cover

  • Apple Health
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

PT Distinction

  • Personal trainingnot Strong
  • Fitness coaching
  • Wellness managementnot Strong

Strong

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

Both are used for fitness coaching, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

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

Strong

  • Limited social and community features compared to newer competitors
  • No web-based dashboard or export options in free tier
  • Analytics require paid Pro subscription
  • No integration with fitness wearables or health apps in free plan

Pricing, plan by plan

PT Distinction

$19.9/month
  • Basic$19.9/month
    • 3 clients included
    • Extra clients at $6.00/month
    • All features included
  • Pro$59.9/month
    • 25 clients included
    • Extra clients at $2.40/month
    • All features included
  • Master$89.9/month
    • 50 clients included
    • Extra clients at $1.60/month
    • All features included

Strong

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Strong review.

Which should you pick?

Choose PT Distinction if

  • You need advanced programming.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want client portal.
PT Distinction review

Choose Strong if

  • You need simple logging.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android.
  • You also want rest timer.
Strong review

Questions people ask

Is PT Distinction or Strong better?
Neither clearly leads. PT Distinction starts at $19.9/month and Strong at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, PT Distinction or Strong?
Strong has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $19.9/month for PT Distinction and Free for Strong.
Does PT Distinction or Strong run on more platforms?
PT Distinction runs on Ios, Android, Web. Strong runs on iOS, Android.
Can I use Strong for free?
Yes. Strong has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. PT Distinction starts at $19.9/month.
What is PT Distinction best used for?
PT Distinction is most often used for personal training, fitness coaching, wellness management. Of those, personal training and wellness management are not what Strong is typically brought in for.
What can PT Distinction do that Strong cannot?
PT Distinction covers Advanced programming, Client portal, Automation tools, Custom branding. Strong covers Simple logging, Rest timer, Personal records, Progress charts. Both handle Apple Health, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

PT Distinction: How much does PT Distinction cost?

PT Distinction offers three tiers: Basic at $19.90/month (3 clients), Pro at $59.90/month (25 clients), and Master at $89.90/month (50 clients). Additional clients cost extra depending on tier.

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Strong: Does Strong have a free version?

Yes. Strong offers a free version with basic workout tracking and limited routine storage.

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PT Distinction: What is included in PT Distinction plans?

All features are included in every tier with no hidden fees or extra costs. Tiers differ only in the number of included clients.

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Strong: What does Strong Pro include?

Strong Pro costs $4.99/month or $29.99/year and adds unlimited routines, full analytics, custom themes, and advanced tracking features.

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PT Distinction: Does PT Distinction offer a free trial?

Yes, PT Distinction offers a one-month free trial that can be cancelled anytime without penalties or notice requirements.

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Strong: What platforms does Strong support?

Strong is available on iOS and Android with full feature parity across both platforms.

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