ABC Trainerize vs Grix

ABC Trainerize is a coaching platform for workout delivery, client communication, scheduling and payments, with mobile apps for iOS and Android. Coaches can manage workout programs, appointments, classes and calendars, as well as goals, progress, forms and assessments. In-app messaging is available, and Video Coaching supports live and on-demand classes and virtual coaching sessions. The platform lists integrated payment processing and Stripe integration; Grow includes integrations with client apps and wearables. The free Basic plan includes one client seat. Grow costs $9 a month for two client seats, while Pro is listed at $23 a month and supports 5 to 200 clients. A free trial includes unlimited clients and requires no credit card. Annual plans are billed once per year, and prices are listed in USD and may be subject to applicable taxes. Support options include a help center, email, live chat and live phone support. The site reports 400k+ trainers and coaches, 45k+ businesses and 1.6M+ clients.

Grix is web software for independent coaches to manage clients, bookings, sessions, reminders and payment tracking. Clients can book through a public link without making an account or installing an app. The calendar supports drag-and-drop scheduling, conflict detection and time-zone management. Email reminders go out the evening before sessions on every plan; Plus and Pro also send one about an hour before, while Grix does not send automated texts. Coaches can track payment status, and the service says it takes no commission on payments. Plus and Pro add one-click payment requests by email, SMS or WhatsApp. Confirmation emails include calendar invitations for Google Calendar, Apple Calendar or Outlook, although Google Calendar synchronization is not yet available to all accounts. Grix runs in a phone browser and can be added to the home screen. Its free plan supports up to 10 active clients and two booking links; Plus allows 25 active clients, and Pro has unlimited clients. Paid plans are listed from €7.99/mo, while the plan details also list yearly amounts of 6.39 EUR for Plus and 15.99 EUR for Pro.