Head to head · October 2026
Mindbody vs Glofox
The studio-software heavyweight against the boutique-focused challenger. Both are quote-based — so the real question is reach versus fit.
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Score duel
Factor by factor
| Feature | Mindbody | Glofox |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 6.2 | 6.4 |
| Headline price | $79/mo entry (per location) | $99/mo (starting at) |
| True monthly cost | ~$99–$499+/mo | ~$110–$400+/mo |
| Pricing model | Quote-based (Starter, Accelerate, Ultimate — sales call required) | Quote-based (Essential, Boost, Elite, Enterprise) |
| Transparent pricing | ||
| Branded app | ||
| AI tools | ||
| Unlimited clients | ||
| Scheduling / POS | ||
| Free tier |
What you would pay
Mindbody vs Glofox pricing
| Plan | Mindbody | Glofox |
|---|---|---|
| Published starting price | From $79 per location | From $99 |
| Entry plan | Starter: owners report $99–$159 | Essential: operators report about $110–$150 |
| Middle plan | Accelerate: owners report $259–$279 | Boost: operators report about $160–$250 |
| Top plan | Ultimate: owners report $499+ | Elite: operators report about $250–$400+ |
| Branded app | Quote (Accelerate and Ultimate) | Included on Elite; quoted add-on on Essential and Boost |
| Card processing | Not published | Not published |
Neither company publishes plan prices beyond a starting figure, so the ranges are what owners report after a demo. Ask both for written quotes per location, with the card-processing rate and contract length included.
The verdict
Mindbody wins if its consumer marketplace will actually bring you clients. Glofox is the tighter, more brand-forward fit for a single boutique studio — its own-brand app is included on Elite and an add-on below it, so confirm which plan your quote is for.
Choose Mindbody if…
- You want marketplace discovery and consumer reach
- You run a class-heavy, multi-service business
- You can absorb a higher real-world cost
Choose Glofox if…
- You run one focused boutique studio
- A strong branded member app is central
- You want studio-specific reporting
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is Glofox cheaper than Mindbody?
Owner-reported quotes put Glofox below Mindbody at each level: Boost at about $160–$250 against Accelerate at $259–$279, and Elite at about $250–$400+ against Ultimate at $499+. Both are quote-based, so only written quotes for your studio settle it.
Which one includes a branded app?
Glofox includes your own branded member app on its Elite plan and sells it as a quoted add-on on Essential and Boost. Mindbody offers a branded app on Accelerate and Ultimate, priced by quote.
Which is better for a single boutique studio?
Usually Glofox: it is built around one focused studio, with studio-specific reporting and a brand-forward member app. Mindbody makes more sense if its consumer marketplace will actually bring you new clients, or you run a class-heavy, multi-service business.
Are there studio platforms with published prices?
Yes. WellnessLiving, Vagaro and Virtuagym publish their plans. See best fitness studio software for costs by studio size.
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