Softwr

Fitness · head to head

PT Distinction vs TrainHeroic

PT Distinction logo

PT Distinction

Fitness

Professional personal training software

From
$19.9/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
TrainHeroic logo

TrainHeroic

Fitness

Strength and conditioning platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only TrainHeroic 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; TrainHeroic no annual billing discount explicitly stated; only monthly pricing shown
  • They diverge on capability: PT Distinction covers Advanced programming, TrainHeroic 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 TrainHeroic actually diverge.

Attributes where PT Distinction and TrainHeroic differ
AttributePT DistinctionTrainHeroic
Starting price$19.9/monthFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsIos, Android, WebWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20142012

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), 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 TrainHeroic

  • Workout programming
  • Progress tracking
  • Team management
  • Video analysis
  • Program marketplace
  • Fitbit
  • Garmin
  • WHOOP

Both cover

  • 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 TrainHeroic
  • Fitness coachingnot TrainHeroic
  • Wellness managementnot TrainHeroic

TrainHeroic

  • Personal training client management and athlete coachingnot PT Distinction
  • Fitness program delivery and workout planningnot PT Distinction
  • Coach-athlete relationship managementnot 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

TrainHeroic

  • No annual billing discount explicitly stated; only monthly pricing shown
  • Limited transparency on marketplace revenue sharing terms
  • No feature comparison matrix between tiers
  • Cancellation and refund policy not discussed

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

TrainHeroic

Free
  • 1 Athlete$9.99/month
    • Up to 1 athlete
  • 5 Athletes$17.99/month
    • Up to 5 athletes
  • 15 Athletes$34.99/month
    • Up to 15 athletes
  • 25 Athletes$44.99/month
    • Up to 25 athletes

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 TrainHeroic if

  • You need workout programming.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want progress tracking.
TrainHeroic review

Questions people ask

Is PT Distinction or TrainHeroic better?
Neither clearly leads. PT Distinction starts at $19.9/month and TrainHeroic at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, PT Distinction or TrainHeroic?
TrainHeroic has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $19.9/month for PT Distinction and Free for TrainHeroic.
Does PT Distinction or TrainHeroic run on more platforms?
PT Distinction runs on Ios, Android, Web. TrainHeroic runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use TrainHeroic for free?
Yes. TrainHeroic 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 TrainHeroic is typically brought in for.
What can PT Distinction do that TrainHeroic cannot?
PT Distinction covers Advanced programming, Client portal, Automation tools, Custom branding. TrainHeroic covers Workout programming, Progress tracking, Team management, Video analysis. Both handle Apple Health, Ios support, Android support, Web 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.

Source
TrainHeroic: Is there a free trial for TrainHeroic?

Yes, TrainHeroic offers a 14-day free trial that requires no credit card.

Source
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.

Source
TrainHeroic: Can I add assistant coaches to my account?

Yes, you can add assistant coaches at $9.99 per month each.

Source
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.

Source
Share

Related pages

More on PT Distinction

More on TrainHeroic

Keep looking

Other head to heads