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PT Distinction vs Trainerize

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PT Distinction

Fitness

Professional personal training software

From
$19.9/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Trainerize logo

Trainerize

Fitness

Online personal training software

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Trainerize 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; Trainerize the free Basic plan covers exactly 1 client seat and excludes the AI workout builder, custom programs and nutrition tracking
  • They diverge on capability: PT Distinction covers Advanced programming, Trainerize covers Workout programming.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where PT Distinction and Trainerize differ
AttributePT DistinctionTrainerize
Starting price$19.9/monthFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionfreemium
Free tierNoYes
Founded20142012

Identical on both: platforms (Ios, Android, Web), 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
  • Stripe
  • Zapier

Only in Trainerize

  • Workout programming
  • Nutrition coaching
  • Habit tracking
  • In-app messaging
  • Progress tracking
  • Fitbit
  • Garmin
  • MINDBODY

Both cover

  • MyFitnessPal
  • Apple Health
  • Ios support
  • Android support
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

PT Distinction

  • Personal trainingnot Trainerize
  • Fitness coachingnot Trainerize
  • Wellness managementnot Trainerize

Trainerize

  • Personal training client managementnot PT Distinction
  • Fitness coaching and athlete developmentnot PT Distinction
  • Macro tracking and nutrition coachingnot 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

Trainerize

  • The free Basic plan covers exactly 1 client seat and excludes the AI workout builder, custom programs and nutrition tracking
  • Pricing is driven by client seats, so the same feature set costs more as the roster grows
  • Advanced Nutrition Coaching, Business, Video Coaching and Stripe Integrated Payments are paid add-ons on the Grow and Pro plans rather than included features
  • Add-ons are priced from $10 per month each, with a custom branded app carrying a $169 one-time fee
  • Full API access, personalised onboarding and access to partner add-ons require the Studio Plus tier at $248 per month
  • SSO sign-in, a dedicated account manager and a separate app store listing are Enterprise features
  • Adding locations beyond the first is custom priced, and 5 or more locations requires contacting sales

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

Trainerize

Free
  • BasicFree
    • 1 coaching client
    • Mobile app
    • Workout programs
  • Grow$9/month
    • 2 coaching clients
    • AI Workout Builder
    • Custom programs
  • Pro$23/month
    • 5 coaching clients
    • Custom videos
    • Consultation forms
  • Studio Plus$248/month
    • 500 coaching clients
    • Group video calls
    • Custom recipes

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 Trainerize if

  • You need workout programming.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want nutrition coaching.
Trainerize review

Questions people ask

Is PT Distinction or Trainerize better?
Neither clearly leads. PT Distinction starts at $19.9/month and Trainerize at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, PT Distinction or Trainerize?
Trainerize has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $19.9/month for PT Distinction and Free for Trainerize.
Does PT Distinction or Trainerize run on more platforms?
Both run on Ios, Android, Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use Trainerize for free?
Yes. Trainerize 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 fitness coaching are not what Trainerize is typically brought in for.
What can PT Distinction do that Trainerize cannot?
PT Distinction covers Advanced programming, Client portal, Automation tools, Custom branding. Trainerize covers Workout programming, Nutrition coaching, Habit tracking, In-app messaging. Both handle MyFitnessPal, 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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Trainerize: Does Trainerize offer a free plan?

Yes, the Basic plan is permanently free and includes 1 coaching client, mobile app, workout programs, basic messaging, and habit coaching. No credit card is required.

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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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Trainerize: What's the least expensive paid plan?

The Grow plan costs $9 per month USD and supports 2 coaching clients. It includes AI Workout Builder, custom programs, meal and macro tracking, and a Trainerize.me profile.

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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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