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AppBuild.diy compared with 7 providers and the option to vibe code your own app: prices, fees, contracts and whether you get your own branded app.
Best for: gyms & fitness businesses that want their own branded app on the App Store, Google Play and the web, starting free with 0% AppBuild commission on paid plans.
Your business. Your own app.
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Providers in this comparison
ABC GlofoxGym/studio management software
MindbodyStudio/gym management software + Mindbody marketplace app
PushPressGym management software
TeamUpGym/studio management software
WodifyGym management software
GymdeskGym management software
Zen PlannerGym/studio management software
- Vibe coding
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Price and features at a glance
| Provider | Type | Starting price (as published) | Your own branded app | Order / booking fees | Contract / trial |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 AppBuild.diy | Branded app builder for local businesses | Free (up to 10 users); $49/month or $299/year; $99/month or $499/year | Yes — App Store, Google Play and web | 0% AppBuild commission on paid plans; Stripe card fees apply | No contract; free plan |
| Vibe coding | Build from scratch with Lovable, Claude, Base44 or similar tools | Variable: AI subscriptions / credits, plus hosting, database and any paid services as usage grows. Free allowances may apply; not a fixed all-in price. | Bespoke branding and features; store packaging and submission require additional setup | Depends on your chosen payment provider and services; processing fees still apply | Depends on the tools and services you choose; free tiers may have limits |
| ABC Glofox | Gym/studio management software | "Plans starting at $99 per month" (Essential). Boost, Elite, Enterprise: Not published (demo/quote) | Add-on on Essential and Boost (price not published); included on Elite | Not stated on plans page. (third-party: costbench.com / vibefam.com report 2.9% + $0.30 platform surcharge on payments) | "Flexible contracts"; free demo; no trial stated |
| Mindbody | Studio/gym management software + Mindbody marketplace app | Starter "Starting at £89 GBP/month per location"; FAQ references $79 USD/month (North America) | Add-on (price not published). (third-party: schedulingkit.com reports $249 to $299/mo) | Mindbody Payments: processing rate plus "$0.10 to $0.30" fixed fee per transaction (North America and Asia) | Contract "depends on the specific plan and billing terms"; no trial stated; no setup fee |
| PushPress | Gym management software | Free $0/mo; Pro $159/mo; Max $229/mo (USD, monthly) | Add-on: $97/mo | Card: Free plan 4.99% + $0.30; Pro 2.89% + $0.30; Max 2.75% + $0.30. ACH 0.79% + $0.30 (Pro/Max) | Not stated on page |
| TeamUp | Gym/studio management software | "$189/month for 101-200 customers" (USD shown; GBP/EUR/AUD/CAD options), priced by active customers | Add-on: $99/mo | Not stated | "No contract or long-term commitment", month-to-month; no setup fee; trial not stated |
| Wodify | Gym management software | Not verified live (site returned 403). (third-party: costbench.com / Capterra report from $79/mo per location) | Add-on (price not verified) | Not verified | Not verified |
| Gymdesk | Gym management software | From $75/mo (up to 50 active members, with Gymdesk Payments) or $100/mo without; tiers to $200/$240 (151 to 250 members) | Add-on: "$100/mo, first month free" | Not stated as platform fee; software is cheaper when using Gymdesk Payments | No contracts, cancel anytime; 30-day free trial, no card |
| Zen Planner | Gym/studio management software | Studio "Starting at $99 /mo"; Essentials $198; Ultimate $348 | Add-on: $39/mo | Not stated (uses Daxko Payments or preferred processors) | Month-to-month; annual on request |
How AppBuild differs
- vs ABC Glofox: AppBuild publishes every tier price (Free, $49/mo, $99/mo); Glofox publishes only a "$99 per month" starting point and gates the branded app to an add-on or the Elite tier.
- vs Mindbody: AppBuild includes its own App Store and Google Play listing on every plan; Mindbody sells the branded app as a separate add-on.
- vs PushPress: PushPress Pro ($159/mo) plus branded app ($97/mo) is $256/mo; AppBuild Unlimited is $99/mo with the branded app included.
- vs TeamUp: TeamUp's branded app is a $99/mo add-on on top of a customer-count subscription; AppBuild's app is the product and starts free.
- vs Wodify: AppBuild takes zero commission and publishes pricing; Wodify's pricing page could not be verified.
- vs Gymdesk: Gymdesk charges $100/mo extra for a branded app on top of the software fee; AppBuild includes it.
- vs Zen Planner: Zen Planner's branded app is a $39/mo add-on to a $99/mo+ plan; AppBuild has a free tier with all features.
Where AppBuild is strong
- Your own branded app on the App Store, Google Play and the web, starting free with every feature for up to 10 users.
- Class timetables, bookings and paid memberships without per-member fees.
- Branded app included rather than a paid add-on.
Where others may suit you better
- No door-entry or access-control hardware integration.
- Fewer back-office management and reporting tools than dedicated gym software.
Key features by provider
| Provider | Market | Key features | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC Glofox | UK, US, global | Booking, scheduling, member management, payments, payroll, reporting, member and staff apps, lead capture, e-agreements | glofox.com |
| Mindbody | UK, US, global | Booking, integrated payments, branded booking widgets, website, listing in Mindbody app, reporting; higher tiers add marketing automation, AI front desk | mindbodyonline.com |
| PushPress | US (mainly) | Unlimited members/staff, class scheduling, digital waivers, automated billing, attendance; Train $79/mo, Grow $329/mo add-ons | pushpress.com |
| TeamUp | UK, US, global | Booking, payments, POS, gift cards, reporting, scheduling, unlimited locations | goteamup.com |
| Wodify | US, global (CrossFit/functional) | Scheduling, billing, waivers, POS, workout tracking (third-party description) | wodify.com, costbench.com (includes third-party figures) |
| Gymdesk | US, Canada, 34 countries | Full platform on every plan, unlimited staff, gym website, extra location $50 or $100/mo | gymdesk.com |
| Zen Planner | US (mainly) | Membership management, scheduling, billing, payroll, website, marketing automation | zenplanner.com |
| Vibe coding | Depends on your chosen tools | Full design freedom. Ordering, bookings, loyalty, permissions and integrations must be built, tested and maintained. Native push, certificates and store submissions need additional technical work or a service such as AppBuild. | lovable.dev, claude.com, base44.com |
Gaps in published data: Glofox tier prices above Essential and transaction fees; Mindbody branded app price; Wodify (site blocked, third-party only); PushPress and Zen Planner trial terms not stated.
Build from scratch with AI, or start with AppBuild?
Lovable, Claude, Base44 and similar tools are a genuine alternative in any industry. A bespoke build gives you more control over the design and business logic. AppBuild offers a shorter route to launch for supported business needs, with ready-made capabilities you can add without building each one yourself.
| Consideration | AppBuild.diy | Vibe coding |
|---|---|---|
| Time to market | Start with ready-made pages and features; configure your content and services. Store review still takes time. | A prototype can be quick; production testing, payments, permissions and store preparation add work. |
| Costs | Published plan price, plus applicable payment processing, store-account and third-party service costs. | Variable: AI subscriptions / credits, plus hosting, database and any paid services as usage grows. Free allowances may apply; not a fixed all-in price. |
| Flexibility & ease of use | Add supported capabilities such as loyalty, bookings and ordering through the builder; less freedom than a fully custom product. | Bespoke layouts and logic; each new capability needs implementation, testing and ongoing maintenance. |
| Push & app stores | AppBuild provides push and app infrastructure, subject to setup requirements and store approval. | Native push certificates, signing and store submissions are technical work, not automatically solved by generating a website. |
| Ongoing responsibility | Shared business-app framework and managed infrastructure; you manage your business content and settings. | You are responsible for security, data access, updates and the services behind your app. |
These approaches can work together: build your bespoke experience with AI, then use AppBuild to wrap your app and add supported native capabilities such as push notifications. Wrapping does not automatically add AppBuild’s business features to your custom app.
Tool pricing and allowances vary: Lovable pricing · Claude pricing · Base44 pricing. Check the services your project actually needs.
AppBuild pricing
| Plan | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0/month | Up to 10 app users. Your own app on iPhone, Android and the web. |
| Business | $49/month or $299/year | Up to 1,000 app users. 0% AppBuild commission on orders. |
| Business Pro | $99/month or $499/year | Unlimited app users. 0% AppBuild commission on orders. |
Card processing fees are charged by Stripe on top of any plan and are not set by AppBuild. Full details on the pricing page.
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Last checked 7 October 2026. Competitor prices come from their own public pages, linked below each table. Where a price isn't published we say so. Spotted something out of date? Tell us via support.