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PushPress vs TrainerRoad

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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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TrainerRoad

Fitness

Structured cycling training with adaptive plans, no virtual world and no bundled hardware

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only PushPress has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: PushPress free tier has higher payment processing fees (4.99% + $0.30 for cards); TrainerRoad it requires a smart trainer or a power meter to get meaningful structured workout control, so it is not usable out of the box without that hardware.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which PushPress and TrainerRoad actually diverge.

Attributes where PushPress and TrainerRoad differ
AttributePushPressTrainerRoad
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelsubscriptionPer user per month
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWebiOS, Android, Windows, macOS

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 PushPress

Nothing recorded that TrainerRoad does not also cover.

Only in TrainerRoad

  • Adaptive Training
  • Periodized training plans
  • Power-based workouts
  • No virtual world
  • Hardware agnostic
  • Single flat plan

What people use each for

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

PushPress

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

TrainerRoad

  • A cyclist training for a specific event who wants a structured, periodized plannot PushPress
  • Someone who finds virtual world and social features distracting and wants a pure data-driven training screennot PushPress
  • A rider who already owns a smart trainer or power meter and does not want to buy Zwift-specific hardwarenot PushPress
  • Someone who wants AI-adjusted training load based on actual completed performance rather than a fixed plannot 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

TrainerRoad

  • It requires a smart trainer or a power meter to get meaningful structured workout control, so it is not usable out of the box without that hardware.
  • Its lack of a virtual world or social layer means riders who need gamified motivation to stay consistent indoors may find it demotivating.
  • There is no free tier, only a money-back guarantee window rather than a true free trial period.
  • Pricing has increased over time according to user forum discussion, so a buyer should confirm the current figure directly rather than relying on an older cited price.
  • It is entirely cycling-focused, offering nothing for running, strength or other sports the way some broader fitness apps do.

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

TrainerRoad

On request
  • TrainerRoad Monthly$21.99/month
    • All training plans and Adaptive Training included
  • TrainerRoad Annual$209.99/year
    • Same features billed yearly

Which should you pick?

Choose PushPress if

  • You want to start without paying.
PushPress review

Choose TrainerRoad if

  • You need adaptive training.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Windows, macOS.
  • You also want periodized training plans.
TrainerRoad review

Questions people ask

Is PushPress or TrainerRoad better?
Neither clearly leads. PushPress starts at Free and TrainerRoad at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, PushPress or TrainerRoad?
PushPress has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for PushPress and On request for TrainerRoad.
Does PushPress or TrainerRoad run on more platforms?
PushPress runs on Web. TrainerRoad runs on iOS, Android, Windows, macOS.
Can I use PushPress for free?
Yes. PushPress has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. TrainerRoad starts at On request.
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 TrainerRoad is typically brought in for.
What can PushPress do that TrainerRoad cannot?
TrainerRoad covers Adaptive Training, Periodized training plans, Power-based workouts, No virtual world.

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.

Source
TrainerRoad: Does TrainerRoad have a virtual world like Zwift?

No, it deliberately has no game world, avatars or social feed, focusing purely on structured, data-driven training.

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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TrainerRoad: Do I need a smart trainer?

You need either a smart trainer or a dumb trainer paired with a power meter to get workout targets and structured control.

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.

Source
TrainerRoad: Does TrainerRoad sell hardware?

No, it stays platform-agnostic and works with third-party smart trainers and power meters.

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