Mindbody vs Zen Planner
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Fitness Studio Management Software and The 11 Best Gym Management Software. Last verified June 10, 2026.
The short answer
Mindbody ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #3) for Boutique fitness studio owners managing classes, members, and billing / Gym owners managing members, billing, and access control. The most powerful and feature-complete platform for established fitness businesses.
At a glance
| Mindbody | Zen Planner | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best Fitness Studio Management Software | #3 / The 11 Best Gym Management Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.3 | 8.9 |
| Best for | Large or complex studios | Balanced all-in-one for studios |
| Pricing | $$$$ ($159 to $699+/mo) | $$ ($121 to $315/mo) |
| HQ | San Luis Obispo, USA | Highlands Ranch, USA |
| Founded | 2001 | 2006 |
Mindbody
The most powerful and feature-complete platform for established fitness businesses.
www.mindbodyonline.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Fitness Studio Management Software
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