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Sweat vs TrueCoach

Sweat logo

Sweat

Fitness

Fitness app for women

From
$19.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
TrueCoach logo

TrueCoach

Fitness

Personal training software for coaches

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only TrueCoach has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Sweat pricing details are not published on the website; only promotional discount mentioned; TrueCoach starter tier limited to 5 active clients (requires upgrade for more)
  • They diverge on capability: Sweat covers Trainer-led programs, TrueCoach covers Workout programming.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Sweat and TrueCoach actually diverge.

Attributes where Sweat and TrueCoach differ
AttributeSweatTrueCoach
Starting price$19.99/monthFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsIos, Android, WebWeb, iOS, Android

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Fitness), founded (2015).

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 Sweat

  • Trainer-led programs
  • BBG, PWR, BUILD
  • Meal planning
  • Progress tracking
  • Community challenges
  • Apple Watch
  • Spotify

Only in TrueCoach

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

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.

Sweat

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

TrueCoach

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

Where each one falls short

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

Sweat

  • Pricing details are not published on the website; only promotional discount mentioned

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

Sweat

$19.99/month
  • Monthly$19.99/month
    • All programs
    • Meal plans
    • Progress photos
  • Annual$119.94/year
    • All programs
    • Meal plans
    • Progress photos

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 Sweat if

  • You need trainer-led programs.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want bbg, pwr, build.
Sweat 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 Sweat or TrueCoach better?
Neither clearly leads. Sweat starts at $19.99/month and TrueCoach at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Sweat or TrueCoach?
TrueCoach has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $19.99/month for Sweat and Free for TrueCoach.
Does Sweat or TrueCoach run on more platforms?
Sweat runs on Ios, Android, Web. TrueCoach runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use TrueCoach for free?
Yes. TrueCoach has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Sweat starts at $19.99/month.
What is Sweat best used for?
Sweat is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching. Of those, workout tracking and nutrition management are not what TrueCoach is typically brought in for.
What can Sweat do that TrueCoach cannot?
Sweat covers Trainer-led programs, BBG, PWR, BUILD, Meal planning, Progress tracking. TrueCoach covers Workout programming, Client tracking, In-app messaging, Payment processing. Both handle Apple Health, Ios support, Android support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Sweat: How much does Sweat cost?

Sweat does not publish specific pricing on its website. The site promotes a temporary offer of 25% off, but the base pricing and plan structure are not disclosed on the homepage.

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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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Sweat: Does Sweat offer a free trial?

The website mentions a free trial option in the FAQ section, but specific terms and trial duration are not detailed. Further information requires visiting the sign-up page or subscription management section.

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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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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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