Software · head to head
Tempo vs Treatwell
The short version
- Only Treatwell has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Tempo heart rate monitor requires direct line of sight to connect and frequently loses connection during workouts; Treatwell treatwell charges 35 percent commission on the first booking from a client introduced through its marketplace, and the rate is subject to location
- They diverge on capability: Tempo covers 3D motion tracking, Treatwell covers Online booking platform.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Tempo and Treatwell actually diverge.
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
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 Tempo
- 3D motion tracking
- Real-time form correction
- Rep counting
- Weight recommendations
- Personalized programs
- Apple Health
- Apple Watch
- Hardware support
Only in Treatwell
- Online booking platform
- Business profile
- Customer reviews
- Appointment management
- Payment processing
- Mobile app
- Analytics
Both cover
- Ios support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Tempo
- Workout trackingnot Treatwell
- Nutrition managementnot Treatwell
- Health monitoringnot Treatwell
- Fitness coachingnot Treatwell
- Wellness improvementnot Treatwell
Treatwell
- Listing a salon on the Treatwell consumer booking marketplacenot Tempo
- Free salon calendar, POS and client records for freelancers and small teamsnot Tempo
- Taking online prepaid bookings with daily payoutsnot Tempo
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Tempo
- Heart rate monitor requires direct line of sight to connect and frequently loses connection during workouts
- Form feedback can be inconsistent and often misses nuance in exercise execution
- Weight guidance recommendations are frequently inaccurate
- Loud cooling fan sounds like a server or gaming PC, creating noise disturbance during workouts
- High cost of entry plus ongoing $39/month subscription with penalties for returns
Treatwell
- Treatwell charges 35 percent commission on the first booking from a client introduced through its marketplace, and the rate is subject to location
- Online prepayments carry an additional 2.5 percent processing fee plus VAT
- All commissions and fees are subject to VAT on top of the quoted percentages
- The commercial model depends on marketplace introductions: there is no commission on direct or social media bookings, so the software is free only where the salon brings its own clients
Pricing, plan by plan
Tempo
$39/month- Tempo Fit Membership$39/month
- 2,000+ guided workouts
- AI-powered form feedback
- Personalized training plans
- Tempo Move Hardware$395/one-time
- AI-powered 3D body tracking camera
- Docks iPhone XS or newer
- Smart weights tracking
- Tempo Studio Hardware$2495/one-time
- Wall-mounted smart display
- Complete home gym setup with barbell and weights
- Advanced 3D body tracking
Treatwell
Free- FreeFree
- Online booking
- Business profile
- 25% commission
- Premium$49/month
- Everything in Free
- 15% commission
- Advanced analytics
Which should you pick?
Choose Tempo if
- You need 3d motion tracking.
- You work on iOS, Tempo hardware (Move and Studio).
- You also want real-time form correction.
Choose Treatwell if
- You need online booking platform.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Ios, Android.
- You also want business profile.
Questions people ask
- Is Tempo or Treatwell better?
- Neither clearly leads. Tempo starts at $39/month and Treatwell at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Tempo or Treatwell?
- Treatwell has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $39/month for Tempo and Free for Treatwell.
- Does Tempo or Treatwell run on more platforms?
- Tempo runs on iOS, Tempo hardware (Move and Studio). Treatwell runs on Web, Ios, Android.
- Can I use Treatwell for free?
- Yes. Treatwell has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Tempo starts at $39/month.
- What is Tempo best used for?
- Tempo is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching. Of those, workout tracking and nutrition management are not what Treatwell is typically brought in for.
- What can Tempo do that Treatwell cannot?
- Tempo covers 3D motion tracking, Real-time form correction, Rep counting, Weight recommendations. Treatwell covers Online booking platform, Business profile, Customer reviews, Appointment management. Both handle Ios support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Tempo: What is Tempo and what hardware does it require?
Tempo is an AI-powered home gym available in two versions: Tempo Move ($395) which docks an iPhone XS or newer and uses the phone's camera for tracking, and Tempo Studio ($2,495+) which is a wall-mounted display. Both require a $39/month subscription for access to workouts and coaching.
SourceTempo: How does Tempo track form and provide feedback?
Tempo uses 3D depth-sensing technology and AI to track over 70 body points per second, analyzing your movement during exercises. It provides real-time form feedback on your screen to help you correct squat depth, deadlift mechanics, and pressing form instantly.
SourceTempo: Does Tempo work with Apple Watch and Apple Health?
Yes, Tempo integrates with Apple Health and Apple Watch to pull sleep, activity, and heart rate data that powers personalized training adaptations. Your workout metrics including duration, calories burned, and heart rate are automatically synced to Apple Health.
SourceTempo: What is the space requirement for Tempo?
Tempo requires a 3-foot-by-3-foot space for the unit itself, plus 6 feet of clear floor space in front for working out, totaling approximately a 6-foot-by-6-foot dedicated workout area.
SourceTempo: How many workouts and classes does Tempo offer?
Tempo provides access to 2,000+ guided workouts ranging from strength training to cardio and recovery, with a mix of live and on-demand classes included in the $39/month subscription.
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