Head to head · October 2026
Trainerize vs PT Distinction
Market leader versus value champion. Trainerize charges for the pieces PT Distinction bundles in — so the sticker price hides a real gap.
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Score duel
Factor by factor
| Feature | Trainerize | PT Distinction |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.0 | 8.5 |
| Headline price | $10/mo | $19.90/mo |
| True monthly cost | $25–$250/mo | $59.90–$89.90/mo |
| Pricing model | Tiered by coaching-client seats (Free → Grow → Pro 5–200 → Studio) | Flat plans by included clients (every feature included) |
| Transparent pricing | ||
| Branded app | ||
| AI tools | ||
| Unlimited clients | ||
| Scheduling / POS | ||
| Free tier |
What you would pay
Trainerize vs PT Distinction pricing
| Clients | Trainerize | PT Distinction |
|---|---|---|
| 5 clients | $25 | $31.90 (Basic) |
| 15 clients | $50 | $59.90 (Pro) |
| 25 clients | $79 | $59.90 |
| 50 clients | $135 | $89.90 (Master) |
| 100 clients | $225 | $169.90 |
| Meal planner, payments, video | $40–$65/mo in add-ons | Included |
| Branded app | $169 one-time (logo and colours); own store app from $275/mo (Studio) | Included on Pro and Master |
Trainerize Pro is priced by client band and sells the meal planner ($20–$45/mo), Stripe payments ($10/mo) and video coaching ($10/mo) separately. PT Distinction includes every feature: Basic $19.90 for 3 clients (+$6 each), Pro $59.90 for 25 (+$2.40) and Master $89.90 for 50 (+$1.60). Monthly prices, before card fees.
The verdict
PT Distinction wins on raw value: AI and payments are included on every plan and a custom-branded app from its $59.90 Pro plan, with nothing sold on top. Trainerize wins on polish, ecosystem and client-app experience — but meal planning, payments and video coaching are billed as add-ons.
Choose Trainerize if…
- You want the most modern, polished client app
- You rely on a big integration ecosystem
- Budget is secondary to experience
Choose PT Distinction if…
- You want a branded app + AI without add-on fees (Pro, $59.90/mo)
- You want flat, predictable pricing
- You value automation depth over UI shine
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is Trainerize or PT Distinction cheaper?
Up to 15 clients Trainerize’s subscription is lower ($25 against $31.90 at 5 clients). From 25 clients PT Distinction wins: $59.90 against $79, and $89.90 against $135 at 50. Once you add Trainerize’s meal planner and payments, PT Distinction is cheaper at almost every size.
Does PT Distinction include a branded app?
Yes. Pro ($59.90) and Master ($89.90) include custom-branded iOS and Android apps at no extra cost. On Trainerize, $169 one-time adds your logo and colours, and a fully white-labelled store app needs a Studio plan from $275/mo.
Which has better AI tools?
Both include AI. PT Distinction bundles an AI program builder and meal planner on every plan; Trainerize includes an AI Workout Builder from its Grow plan. See the PT Distinction review for what is included.
Which client app is better?
Trainerize scores higher on client experience in our review (8.8 against 8.0) and has the larger integration ecosystem (wearables, MyFitnessPal). PT Distinction scores higher on value (9.2 against 7.0). Read the Trainerize review.
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