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PushPress vs TrueCoach

PushPress logo

PushPress

Fitness

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

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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TrueCoach

Fitness

Personal training software for coaches

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); TrueCoach starter tier limited to 5 active clients (requires upgrade for more)
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which PushPress and TrueCoach actually diverge.

Attributes where PushPress and TrueCoach differ
AttributePushPressTrueCoach
PlatformsWebWeb, iOS, Android
FoundedUnknown2015

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 TrueCoach does not also cover.

Only in TrueCoach

  • Workout programming
  • Client tracking
  • In-app messaging
  • Payment processing
  • Progress photos
  • MyFitnessPal
  • Stripe
  • Apple Health

What people use each for

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

PushPress

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

TrueCoach

  • Personal training programme creation and deliverynot PushPress
  • Client progress tracking and metrics monitoringnot PushPress
  • Nutrition and habit tracking for fitness coachingnot PushPress
  • Automated billing and payment processingnot PushPress
  • Coach-to-client direct messagingnot PushPress
  • Wearable device integration for automated trackingnot 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

TrueCoach

  • Starter tier limited to 5 active clients (requires upgrade for more)
  • Standard tier limited to 20 active clients
  • Pro tier limited to 50 active clients (custom pricing required for 250+ clients)
  • Custom-branded fitness app only available in Standard and Pro tiers, not Starter
  • Wearables data integration (Apple, Garmin, WHOOP) only in Standard and Pro tiers
  • Public coach profiles feature only available in Standard and Pro tiers
  • Advanced nutrition and habit tracking only in Standard and Pro tiers

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

TrueCoach

Free
  • Starter$26.34/month
    • Program & Workout Builder
    • Client Management Tracker
    • MyFitnessPal integration
  • Standard (Most Popular)$57.99/month
    • Everything in Starter
    • Up to 20 active clients
    • Public Coach Profiles
  • Pro$136.99/month
    • Everything in Standard
    • Up to 50 active clients
    • All integrations and features

Which should you pick?

Choose PushPress if

  • You want to start without paying.
PushPress review

Choose TrueCoach if

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

Questions people ask

Is PushPress or TrueCoach better?
Neither clearly leads. PushPress starts at Free and TrueCoach at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, PushPress or TrueCoach?
PushPress starts at Free and TrueCoach at Free.
Does PushPress or TrueCoach run on more platforms?
PushPress runs on Web. TrueCoach 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 TrueCoach is typically brought in for.
What can PushPress do that TrueCoach cannot?
TrueCoach covers Workout programming, Client tracking, In-app messaging, Payment processing.

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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TrueCoach: Does TrueCoach offer a free trial?

Yes. TrueCoach offers a 14-day free trial with no credit card required. Trial users can fully test the platform before committing.

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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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TrueCoach: Do TrueCoach clients need to pay separately?

No. According to the pricing page, 'TrueCoach is 100% free for your clients.' Only the coach pays the subscription; clients access all features at no cost.

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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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TrueCoach: Are there hidden fees beyond the stated monthly price?

No. TrueCoach explicitly states 'Nope, what you see is what you get', there are no hidden fees. The monthly cost is all-inclusive.

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TrueCoach: What discounts are available for annual billing?

TrueCoach offers 1 month free on Starter, and 2 months free on Standard and Pro plans when billed annually instead of monthly.

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