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Mariana Tek vs Tonal

Mariana Tek logo

Mariana Tek

Fitness

Boutique fitness software

From
$200/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Tonal logo

Tonal

Fitness

The world's smartest home gym

From
$59.95/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Mariana Tek none of the three packages (Core, Core plus Growth, Full Growth Bundle) shows a price; each tier displays only a Book a demo button; Tonal subscription is mandatory with equipment purchase
  • They diverge on capability: Mariana Tek covers Custom branded apps, Tonal covers Digital weight system.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Mariana Tek and Tonal actually diverge.

Attributes where Mariana Tek and Tonal differ
AttributeMariana TekTonal
Starting price$200/month$59.95/month
PlatformsIos, Android, WebProprietary hardware
Founded20162015

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), 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 Mariana Tek

  • Custom branded apps
  • Spot booking
  • Waitlist management
  • Analytics dashboard
  • Franchise management
  • Stripe
  • ClassPass
  • Apple Pay

Only in Tonal

  • Digital weight system
  • AI-powered training
  • Form feedback
  • Personalized programs
  • Strength assessment
  • Apple Health
  • Apple Watch
  • Hardware support

Both cover

  • Ios support

What people use each for

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

Mariana Tek

  • Class booking and membership management for boutique fitness studiosnot Tonal
  • Spot booking and check in for cycling and strength studiosnot Tonal
  • Multi location studio operations and reportingnot Tonal

Tonal

  • Home fitness with digital strength trainingnot Mariana Tek
  • Personal workout customization and trackingnot Mariana Tek
  • Recovery monitoring and adaptationnot Mariana Tek
  • HSA/FSA eligible fitness equipmentnot Mariana Tek

Where each one falls short

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

Mariana Tek

  • None of the three packages (Core, Core plus Growth, Full Growth Bundle) shows a price; each tier displays only a Book a demo button
  • The Core package is scoped to single locations just getting started
  • Add on features are bought by upgrading the membership, so the entry package price is not the final cost
  • Card payments run through Stripe at its standard flat rate for all purchases regardless of card type

Tonal

  • Subscription is mandatory with equipment purchase
  • Rental program requires credit approval
  • Not available as rent-to-own option
  • Higher barrier to entry compared to traditional gym equipment
  • Financing options mentioned but rates not detailed

Pricing, plan by plan

Mariana Tek

$200/month
  • Studio$200/month
    • Booking
    • Payments
    • Branded app
  • Enterprise$500/month
    • Multi-location
    • Franchise tools
    • API

Tonal

$59.95/month
  • Standard Membership$59.95/month
    • Required with Tonal 2 purchase
    • 12-month commitment
    • Access to Tonal system
  • Tonal 2 Rental$219/month
    • First 3 months promotional pricing
    • Delivery and installation included
    • Monthly membership
  • Tonal 1 Certified Refurbished Rental$159/month
    • First 3 months promotional pricing
    • Delivery and installation included
    • Reduces to $219/month after 3 months

Which should you pick?

Choose Mariana Tek if

  • You need custom branded apps.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want spot booking.
Mariana Tek review

Choose Tonal if

  • You need digital weight system.
  • You work on Proprietary hardware.
  • You also want ai-powered training.
Tonal review

Questions people ask

Is Mariana Tek or Tonal better?
Neither clearly leads. Mariana Tek starts at $200/month and Tonal at $59.95/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Mariana Tek or Tonal?
Mariana Tek starts at $200/month and Tonal at $59.95/month.
Does Mariana Tek or Tonal run on more platforms?
Mariana Tek runs on Ios, Android, Web. Tonal runs on Proprietary hardware.
What is Mariana Tek best used for?
Mariana Tek is most often used for class booking and membership management for boutique fitness studios, spot booking and check in for cycling and strength studios, multi location studio operations and reporting. Of those, class booking and membership management for boutique fitness studios and spot booking and check in for cycling and strength studios are not what Tonal is typically brought in for.
What can Mariana Tek do that Tonal cannot?
Mariana Tek covers Custom branded apps, Spot booking, Waitlist management, Analytics dashboard. Tonal covers Digital weight system, AI-powered training, Form feedback, Personalized programs. Both handle Ios support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Mariana Tek: What are the main pricing tiers for Mariana Tek?

Mariana Tek offers three main pricing tiers: Core for single locations getting started, Core + Growth (most popular) for established studios, and Full Growth Bundle for large growth-oriented studios. Specific prices are not published and require booking a demo or contacting the sales team.

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Tonal: What is the cost of Tonal's Standard Membership?

Standard Membership costs $59.95 per month plus applicable sales tax and is required when purchasing a Tonal 2 machine with a 12-month commitment.

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Mariana Tek: What features are included in each Mariana Tek pricing tier?

Core tier includes custom-branded apps, business app, kiosk check-in, waivers and forms. Core + Growth adds marketing automation, SMS capabilities, landing pages. Full Growth Bundle adds gamification, feedback suite, and custom marketing plan. All tiers include multi-location support and unlimited classes.

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Tonal: Can I rent a Tonal machine instead of buying it?

Yes, Tonal offers rental programs. Tonal 2 rents for $219/month for the first 3 months (then $279/month), and Tonal 1 Certified Refurbished rents for $159/month for the first 3 months (then $219/month). All rental prices include delivery and installation.

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Mariana Tek: What support is included with Mariana Tek subscriptions?

All tiers include white-glove support with reported 95 percent customer satisfaction score. Support features and response times may vary by tier, but specific support level details require contacting the sales team for custom pricing discussions.

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Tonal: Does Tonal accept HSA or FSA payments?

Yes, Tonal is eligible for payment through HSA (Health Savings Account) and FSA (Flexible Spending Account) via TrueMed.

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Tonal: Is Tonal available as a rent-to-own option?

No, Tonal explicitly clarifies that rental programs are not rent-to-own arrangements. Rental is a separate option from purchasing equipment.

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