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PushPress vs Strong

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PushPress

Fitness

Gym management software for CrossFit boxes, martial arts and training studios

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Strong

Fitness

Simple workout logging

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: PushPress free tier has higher payment processing fees (4.99% + $0.30 for cards); Strong limited social and community features compared to newer competitors
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which PushPress and Strong actually diverge.

Attributes where PushPress and Strong differ
AttributePushPressStrong
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
PlatformsWebiOS, Android
FoundedUnknown2011

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 PushPress

Nothing recorded that Strong does not also cover.

Only in Strong

  • Simple logging
  • Rest timer
  • Personal records
  • Progress charts
  • Routine templates
  • Apple Health
  • Apple Watch
  • Ios support

What people use each for

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

PushPress

  • Gym managementnot Strong
  • Studio managementnot Strong
  • Membership billingnot Strong
  • Fitness trackingnot Strong
  • Payment processingnot Strong

Strong

  • Workout trackingnot PushPress
  • Nutrition managementnot PushPress
  • Health monitoringnot PushPress
  • Fitness coachingnot PushPress
  • Wellness improvementnot PushPress

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

PushPress

  • Free tier has higher payment processing fees (4.99% + $0.30 for cards)
  • Add-on products (Train at $79/month, Grow at $329/month) cost extra
  • ACH processing fee is $0.30 on all tiers
  • Free tier highest cost option for card processing

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

PushPress

Free
  • FreeFree
    • For small gyms and studios
    • Payment processing 4.99% + $0.30 (card) or 2.89% + $0.30 (ACH)
    • Unlimited users/members/staff
  • Pro$159/month
    • For mid-size gyms and studios
    • Payment processing 2.89% + $0.30 (card) or 0.79% + $0.30 (ACH)
    • Unlimited users/members/staff
  • Max$229/month
    • For established gyms and studios
    • Payment processing 2.75% + $0.30 (card) or 0.79% + $0.30 (ACH)
    • Unlimited users/members/staff

Strong

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Strong review.

Which should you pick?

Choose PushPress if

  • You want to start without paying.
PushPress 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 PushPress or Strong better?
Neither clearly leads. PushPress starts at Free and Strong at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, PushPress or Strong?
PushPress starts at Free and Strong at Free.
Does PushPress or Strong run on more platforms?
PushPress runs on Web. Strong runs on iOS, Android.
Can I use PushPress for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is PushPress best used for?
PushPress is most often used for gym management, studio management, membership billing, fitness tracking. Of those, gym management and studio management are not what Strong is typically brought in for.
What can PushPress do that Strong cannot?
Strong covers Simple logging, Rest timer, Personal records, Progress charts.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

PushPress: How much does PushPress cost?

PushPress offers a free plan for small gyms, Pro at $159/month for mid-size gyms, and Max at $229/month for established gyms. All plans include unlimited users, members, and staff accounts.

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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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PushPress: What are PushPress payment processing fees?

Free plan charges 4.99% + $0.30 per card transaction or 2.89% + $0.30 for ACH. Pro plan charges 2.89% + $0.30 for cards or 0.79% + $0.30 for ACH. Max plan charges 2.75% + $0.30 for cards or 0.79% + $0.30 for ACH.

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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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PushPress: Are there additional fees for add-on products?

Yes. The Train module for workout tracking starts at $79/month and the Grow module for marketing/CRM features starts at $329/month.

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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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