This guide is designed for fitness professionals evaluating their software options. That includes solo personal trainers building an online coaching business, coaches comparing per-client pricing models, small studios deciding between team-focused platforms, and trainers currently using either platform who are wondering if switching makes sense.
Both FitBudd and Everfit target similar markets, independent coaches and small teams, but their pricing structures and feature priorities differ enough that the right choice depends heavily on your specific situation.
FitBudd and Everfit often appear together in platform evaluations because they occupy similar territory: both serve independent trainers and small teams, both offer branded app options, and both position themselves as alternatives to legacy platforms like Trainerize.
The core trade-off comes down to pricing philosophy. Everfit uses granular per-client pricing with features separated into add-ons. You pay precisely for what you use. FitBudd bundles more features into higher base prices. You get predictable costs but may pay for features you don't need.
Trainers typically compare these platforms when they're frustrated with per-client fees adding up (looking at both), want a branded app without enterprise pricing (both offer options), need strong automation for scaling (both have solutions), or are evaluating nutrition and check-in capabilities (they differ here).
Understanding where each platform excels and where each falls short helps you avoid choosing based on marketing rather than fit.
Both platforms use variations of per-client pricing, but the structures differ significantly.
Everfit offers a free tier and scales through per-client pricing on paid plans:
Starter (Free):
Up to 5 clients with core features (workout builder, metrics, messaging, client app)
Pro ($19/month):
5 clients at $3.80/client, adds habit coaching, forms, food journal, macros tracking, basic meal plans, custom branding, community forums, team management
Studio ($105/month):
50 clients at $2.10/client, adds group chat, broadcast messaging, on-demand portal, resource collections
Enterprise (Custom):
500+ clients, adds white-label app, API access, 24/7 support, dedicated success manager
Annual billing reduces costs by approximately 16% (Pro drops to $16/month, Studio to $88/month).
Everfit separates several features into add-ons:
For a trainer on Pro 30 who needs nutrition, video, and payments, the actual monthly cost is closer to $135 than the advertised $70.
FitBudd uses higher base prices with more features bundled:
Pro ($79/month): 20 clients, includes app theming, website builder, nutrition tracking, video calling, check-ins, payment processing
Super Pro ($149/month): 20 clients, adds white-label iOS/Android app, Apple Pay, Mailchimp ($75 one-time setup)
Studio Elite (Custom): Dedicated manager, Mindbody/Zapier, multi-location, challenges ($100 setup)
Creator Elite (Custom): Video on demand, communities, social integrations ($100 setup)
Beyond plan limits, FitBudd charges $2 per additional client per month across all plans.
FitBudd add-ons for Pro/Super Pro:
The real cost comparison depends on your client count and which features you need.
The crossover point is significant: Everfit is cheaper at a small scale (under 15 clients), but FitBudd becomes more economical as you grow and need bundled features. However, Everfit's white-label app requires Enterprise pricing, while FitBudd offers it at $149/month.
Everfit launched in 2019 and has grown to serve over 210,000 coaches. The platform emphasizes flexibility through modular pricing and strong team collaboration features.
The free tier is genuinely useful. Unlike many platforms that limit free plans to the point of uselessness, Everfit's Starter plan includes 5 clients with core workout building, metrics tracking, messaging, and mobile apps for both coach and client. For trainers just starting out, this is a legitimate way to test online coaching without financial commitment.
The workout builder is one of the strongest in the category. Everfit supports complex programming with supersets, interval training, AMRAP, timed routines, percentage-based auto-progression, and advanced tracking fields (RPE, cadence, heart rate). For coaches who build sophisticated programs, this depth matters.
Team collaboration comes standard. Unlike FitBudd, where team features cost an extra $50/month, Everfit includes team management in the Pro plan. You can add unlimited teammates at no additional cost, share resources, and access team-wide reporting. For small studios or partnerships, this is significant value.
Wearable integration is comprehensive. Everfit connects with Apple Health, Google Fit, Fitbit, Garmin, Oura, MyFitnessPal, and Cronometer, more options than most competitors. For coaches who want client tracking outside the app, there are fewer gaps.
Community forums and challenges are built in. The Pro plan includes community forums and the ability to run fitness challenges with leaderboards. For coaches building group programs or community-based offerings, these features don't require additional subscriptions.
The add-on model fragments core features. Payment processing costs $9/month extra. Meal plans cost an extra $39/month. Automation costs an extra $29/month. For a coach who needs all three, that's $77/month on top of the base plan, the "affordable" pricing looks different.
No video calling is a notable gap. Everfit doesn't offer built-in video calling at any tier. Coaches who want face-to-face sessions need external tools like Zoom, adding friction and cost that competitors bundle in.
White-label apps require Enterprise pricing. While FitBudd offers branded apps at $149/month, Everfit reserves this for Enterprise customers with custom pricing. For solo coaches who want their own app store presence, this creates a significant barrier.
No website builder means external tools are required. Coaches need separate solutions for landing pages and online presence, another subscription, and another platform to manage.
Check-ins rely on forms rather than a dedicated system. Everfit offers forms and questionnaires, but lacks the structured check-in workflow (progress photos, measurements, weekly feedback in one place) that platforms like FitBudd provide.
FitBudd also launched in 2019, focusing on independent trainers and fitness influencers who want professional tools without enterprise complexity.
The bundled pricing model delivers predictability. Nutrition tracking, video calling, check-ins, and payment processing are included in the Pro plan. For coaches who need these features (most do), knowing the monthly cost upfront simplifies planning.
White-label apps are accessible to individual coaches. At $149/month plus a $75 setup fee, getting your own branded app in the iOS and Android stores is achievable without enterprise budgets. For brand-building coaches, this is a meaningful differentiator.
The check-in system is purpose-built for online coaching. Progress photos, body measurements, and feedback forms are native features with structured workflows, not generic forms adapted for the purpose. For coaches whose programs center on regular accountability, this matters.
Video calling is included rather than requiring external tools. One-on-one sessions happen within the platform, keeping client relationships consolidated and avoiding the friction of separate video apps.
The website builder eliminates one more subscription. Coaches can create landing pages and sell plans directly without external tools. It's not a replacement for a professional website, but it removes a barrier for coaches getting started.
Payment processing includes both Stripe and PayPal, with no commission or add-on fees. Everfit charges $9/month for payments and supports only Stripe; FitBudd includes both processors in base plans.
No free plan means commitment from day one. While the 30-day trial is full-featured, trainers with only a few clients are paying $79/month immediately, which is expensive compared to Everfit's free tier or $19/month Pro plan.
Per-client scaling beyond plan limits incurs additional costs at scale. The $2/client overage means a trainer with 100 clients pays $79 + $160 = $239/month. At that scale, the value proposition weakens compared to flat-rate alternatives.
Team features cost extra. Adding trainers requires the $50/month Team add-on, while Everfit includes team management in its Pro plan. For partnerships or small studios, this is a meaningful difference.
Fewer wearable integrations limit flexibility. FitBudd supports Apple Health and Google Fit, but lacks direct connections to Fitbit, Garmin, Oura, and MyFitnessPal that Everfit offers. Clients using these devices have fewer sync options.
Community features are available only on Elite plans. Forums and community spaces require custom-priced Elite plans, while Everfit includes them in Pro. For coaches building community-based programs, this creates a gap.
On-demand content costs more. FitBudd's Explore add-on is $50/month compared to Everfit's $25/month (or included in Studio). For coaches selling video libraries, this adds up.
Everfit and FitBudd represent different trade-offs. Everfit offers lower entry prices with features sold separately, ideal if you genuinely don't need payments, meal plans, or automation. FitBudd bundles features into higher base prices, ideal if you need full coaching functionality and want predictable costs.
For a coach with 20 clients who needs nutrition, payments, video, and basic automation:
Everfit:
~$49 (Pro) + $9 (payments) + $39 (meal plans) + $29 (automation) = ~$126/month
FitBudd:
$79 (Pro) + $20 (Smart Flow) = $99/month
The bundled model wins when you need multiple features. The modular model wins when you need very few.
This is a significant differentiator. FitBudd offers branded apps to any Super Pro subscriber ($149/month + $75 setup). Everfit reserves white-label for Enterprise customers with custom pricing, effectively putting it out of reach for most independent coaches.
If having your own app in the app stores matters to your brand, FitBudd provides a clear path. Everfit offers custom branding within their app (colors, logo, splash screen) but not a standalone app store presence.
FitBudd treats check-ins as a core workflow with dedicated features for progress photos, measurements, and structured feedback. Everfit offers forms and questionnaires that can accomplish similar goals but require more configuration and lack integrated progress-tracking.
For coaches whose programs center on weekly accountability and visual progress documentation, FitBudd's purpose-built system creates less friction.
Everfit includes team management and unlimited teammates in the Pro plan. FitBudd charges $50/month for the Team add-on. For solo coaches, this doesn't matter. For partnerships or small studios with multiple trainers, Everfit delivers better value.
FitBudd includes video calling; Everfit doesn't offer it at any tier. Everfit includes community forums in Pro; FitBudd reserves them for Elite plans. The right choice depends on whether you prioritize one-on-one video sessions or community-based engagement.
When evaluating FitBudd and Everfit, these alternatives often enter the conversation:
Trainerize offers the largest integration ecosystem (Mindbody, Zapier, extensive wearables) and strong brand recognition. However, its add-on pricing model makes costs unpredictable, and it lacks a check-in system entirely.
Pros: Low entry point (free plan), strong integrations, established brand.
Cons: Add-ons add up fast, no check-ins, complex interface.
TrueCoach offers the fastest workout builder and cleanest interface for coaches who just want to send programs and track results. The lack of a branded app option and basic nutrition features limits its scope.
Pros: Fast setup, clean interface, straightforward.
Cons: No branded app, basic nutrition, $129/month for 50 clients.
My PT Hub's standout feature is simple: unlimited clients for $89/month flat. No per-client fees, no scaling costs. For high-volume trainers, this predictability is valuable.
Pros: Flat-rate unlimited clients, comprehensive features, 130,000+ trainers.
Cons: Less polished interface, branded app costs extra, occasional app issues
You have 100+ clients and want unlimited flat pricing. My PT Hub offers this at $89/month.
You need Mindbody or deep Zapier integration. Trainerize provides stronger options.
You want the simplest possible workflow. TrueCoach strips away complexity.
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