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PushPress vs TrainHeroic

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PushPress

Fitness

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

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
TrainHeroic logo

TrainHeroic

Fitness

Strength and conditioning platform

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); TrainHeroic no annual billing discount explicitly stated; only monthly pricing shown
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which PushPress and TrainHeroic actually diverge.

Attributes where PushPress and TrainHeroic differ
AttributePushPressTrainHeroic
PlatformsWebWeb, iOS, Android
FoundedUnknown2012

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (subscription), 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 TrainHeroic does not also cover.

Only in TrainHeroic

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

What people use each for

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

PushPress

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

TrainHeroic

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

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

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

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 PushPress if

  • You want to start without paying.
PushPress 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 PushPress or TrainHeroic better?
Neither clearly leads. PushPress starts at Free and TrainHeroic at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, PushPress or TrainHeroic?
PushPress starts at Free and TrainHeroic at Free.
Does PushPress or TrainHeroic run on more platforms?
PushPress runs on Web. TrainHeroic runs on Web, 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 TrainHeroic is typically brought in for.
What can PushPress do that TrainHeroic cannot?
TrainHeroic covers Workout programming, Progress tracking, Team management, Video analysis.

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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TrainHeroic: Is there a free trial for TrainHeroic?

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

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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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TrainHeroic: Can I add assistant coaches to my account?

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

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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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