Fitness · head to head
Tempo vs WellnessLiving
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Tempo heart rate monitor requires direct line of sight to connect and frequently loses connection during workouts; WellnessLiving the Starter plan at $69 per month allows only one staff member; unlimited staff requires the Business plan at $199 per month
- They diverge on capability: Tempo covers 3D motion tracking, WellnessLiving covers Appointment scheduling.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Tempo and WellnessLiving actually diverge.
| Attribute | Tempo | WellnessLiving |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $39/month | $89/month |
| Pricing model | Unknown | subscription |
| Platforms | iOS, Tempo hardware (Move and Studio) | Web, Ios, Android, Api |
| Founded | 2015 | 2012 |
Identical on both: free tier (No), 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 Tempo
- 3D motion tracking
- Real-time form correction
- Rep counting
- Weight recommendations
- Personalized programs
- Apple Health
- Apple Watch
- Ios support
Only in WellnessLiving
- Appointment scheduling
- Class booking
- Membership management
- Point of sale
- Marketing automation
- Client mobile app
- Staff management
- Business analytics
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Tempo
- Workout trackingnot WellnessLiving
- Nutrition managementnot WellnessLiving
- Health monitoringnot WellnessLiving
- Fitness coachingnot WellnessLiving
- Wellness improvementnot WellnessLiving
WellnessLiving
- Class and appointment booking for gyms, studios and wellness businessesnot Tempo
- Membership billing, point of sale and credit card processingnot Tempo
- Client-facing branded booking app and automated remindersnot 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
WellnessLiving
- The Starter plan at $69 per month allows only one staff member; unlimited staff requires the Business plan at $199 per month
- The advertised $39 and $69 per month figures for Business and BusinessPro are an 80% discount that lasts 2 months, after which the rate is $199 and $349
- Marketing, rewards and loyalty, events scheduling and lead management are all excluded from the Starter plan
- The white label client app requires BusinessPro at $349 per month
- Multi-location reporting, cross-location visits, a parent or HQ account and a dedicated account manager are Enterprise only
- Enterprise is call-us with no published price
- The 10% annual saving requires paying annually
- Every plan, including Starter, routes through Get a demo rather than self-serve signup
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
WellnessLiving
$89/month- Basic$89/month
- Scheduling & booking
- Client management
- POS
- Advanced$129/month
- Everything in Basic
- Automation
- Reviews management
- Professional$199/month
- Everything in Advanced
- White-label app
- FitVID on Demand
- Enterprise$undefined/month
- Everything in Professional
- Multi-location
- Custom development
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 WellnessLiving if
- You need appointment scheduling.
- You work on Web, Ios, Android, Api.
- You also want class booking.
Questions people ask
- Is Tempo or WellnessLiving better?
- Neither clearly leads. Tempo starts at $39/month and WellnessLiving at $89/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Tempo or WellnessLiving?
- Tempo starts at $39/month and WellnessLiving at $89/month.
- Does Tempo or WellnessLiving run on more platforms?
- Tempo runs on iOS, Tempo hardware (Move and Studio). WellnessLiving runs on Web, Ios, Android, Api.
- 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 WellnessLiving is typically brought in for.
- What can Tempo do that WellnessLiving cannot?
- Tempo covers 3D motion tracking, Real-time form correction, Rep counting, Weight recommendations. WellnessLiving covers Appointment scheduling, Class booking, Membership management, Point of sale.
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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