App store install, or just a link?
Glofox (now ABC Glofox) targets boutique fitness studios with a polished branded member app, automated billing, and door-access integrations. ZipTempo covers check-in, member management, and member self-booking without asking anyone to download an app from a store.
The short version
Glofox advertises plans from about $99/mo, though many US studio owners report $250–360/mo depending on tier and features. You get class booking, CRM, marketing, a branded app, and barcode self-check-in. ZipTempo is $15–30/mo with QR check-in via camera, wallet passes, kiosk mode, and a self-booking member app. Glofox fits studios investing in a premium app experience and integrated payments. ZipTempo fits owner-operators who want members through the door fast with minimal friction.
ZipTempo vs Glofox at a glance
| Feature | ZipTempo | Glofox |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $15/mo Individual, $30/mo Gym | From ~$99/mo advertised; often $250–360/mo reported |
| Pricing model | Flat monthly; unlimited members | Custom quotes; tiered Essential / Boost / Elite |
| QR check-in | Camera scan; print or wallet QR codes | Barcode self-check-in via branded member app |
| Kiosk / front desk mode | PIN-protected browser kiosk | Self-check-in kiosk flow in app |
| Member management | Profiles, photos, plans and passes, visit history, status | Profiles, attendance, CRM and lead workflows |
| Class scheduling | Self-booking or staff bookings, waitlists, scan marks attendance | Member app booking with capacity and waitlists |
| Staff accounts & roles | 1 or unlimited staff with roles | Multi-staff with reporting by location |
| Wallet passes | Apple Wallet and Google Wallet | Branded mobile app (not wallet pass) |
| Payment processing | Not included | Stripe, direct debit, POS, failed-payment retries |
| Member app & self-booking | Member app with self-booking, on your own address (no app store) | Custom-branded member app for booking and payments |
| Gym website | Not included | Branded booking portal and website widgets |
| Best for | Studios that want self-booking and QR check-in without app store installs | Boutique brands investing in a premium member app experience |
Glofox pricing requires a demo for an exact quote. Post-acquisition reviews mention price increases; verify current terms before switching.
Which should you pick?
Choose ZipTempo if…
- You want a member app members open from a link, with no app store download or update.
- A $15–30/mo flat rate beats custom enterprise pricing.
- Self-booking and QR check-in are enough; you do not need integrated billing.
Choose Glofox if…
- A polished branded app is central to your member experience.
- You need integrated billing, CRM, and marketing in one boutique stack.
- You may connect door access hardware (e.g. Kisi) to membership status.
Glofox comparison questions
Is Glofox the same as ABC Glofox?
Yes. Glofox was acquired by ABC Fitness Solutions and is now marketed as ABC Glofox. Features and support experiences vary by region and tier.
Does ZipTempo have a branded member app?
Yes, a web one. Members open a member app on your own address that carries your logo and name, where they book classes, join the waitlist, and view their pass. It adds to a home screen from a link, with no App Store or Play Store download. Members can still keep their QR code in Apple Wallet or Google Wallet too.
Which is better for a new pilates studio?
If you want members paying and managing everything in a branded app from day one, Glofox is built for that. If you want self-booking and check-in without app store installs or integrated billing, ZipTempo gets you live faster and cheaper.
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