Mindbody vs. Glofox
Being new isn't a flex—less experience means more problems
If start-ups like Glofox can’t break even, how will they support & grow your business? As the most established name in the industry, Mindbody powers 40K+ businesses globally to help them succeed & scale.
Mindbody vs. Glofox
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Scheduling Manage all bookings on a single platform |
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Staff management Easily schedule your team & run payroll |
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Payments Integrated POS hardware & online options |
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Onboarding & support Hands-on set-up and help on-demand |
250+ agents & 24/7 AI assistance |
No hands-on setup & limited support |
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Consumer marketplace app Network of 2.4M+ fitness & wellness shoppers |
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Industry-specific insurance Affordable coverage with competitive rates |
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Comparison made in 2024 from Glofox's website and reviews on third-party review sites. |
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Top 3 reasons why Mindbody is the obvious choice
Don’t trust your business with an unreliable partner—here’s how Mindbody gives you more than the generic alternative.
Comprehensive tools
Skip the setbacks that come with incomplete features
Using software shouldn’t feel like extra work. Platforms like Glofox claim to be all-in-one but lack key capabilities & can be difficult to navigate.
Mindbody has extensive tools—like integrated marketing, business reporting, scheduling, & AI/ML—that help you run your day to day, all in one place.
Customer service
Don’t miss out on getting the help you need
When companies like Glofox struggle to manage their business & maintain profitability, supporting yours isn’t a priority—which leads to slow responses & drawn-out resolutions.
Mindbody has hands-on help with onboarding, 24/7 AI assistance & live support. We’ll get you set up for success, right from the start.
Mindbody app
Secure your spot on the top booking app for fitness & wellness
The Mindbody app is unmatched—no other fitness & wellness software has a consumer booking platform that compares.
Revenue from your listings could offset up to 100% of your subscription costs, just from the new clients discovering your business on the app.
"I’m happy we made that decision [to switch]. I’m not wasting time with member issues or glitches with the app. I’ve been able to put my time back into the business where it needs it more and enjoying the different features Mindbody provides."
Yasemin Talat
Flex & Flow Pilates, Former Glofox Customer
Westmeadows, Victoria
Choose the platform that’s in it for the long haul
Start-up software like Glofox is here today but could be gone tomorrow. Your business deserves a reliable platform that’s built to support real growth.
Mindbody is trusted by the top brands in the business
Mindbody reviews
Here’s what Mindbody users have to say
Instead of telling you why 1.5M+ users chose Mindbody, we'll let some of our 1,500+ five-star reviews speak for themselves.
"Mindbody does a lot of unique things that no other software is set up to do."
Brian N.
Health, Wellness, and Fitness
"Best support of any software I've used, worth it just for that alone."
Heather S.
Health, Wellness, and Fitness, Manager
"Mindbody gives me peace of mind when strategizing for my business needs today, and future growth."
Leah S.
Company Owner
"I liked the clean UI of the backend. It was easy to find a customer and add services/classes."
Tydie A.
Alternative Medicine
"GREAT customer service. Whenever I have a problem, I can call and [it’s] usually sorted out straight away."
Daphne P.
Director
"Mindbody is easy to use, and very intuitive."
Kurt V.
Owner/Head Coach
"[Mindbody] has greatly reduced the administrative burden, allowing me to focus more on my clients."
Marc F.
Captain of Customer Success
"Everything [is] all in one place. Schedules, appointment counts, contracts, payment."
Payam Z.
Health, Wellness, and Fitness
Mindbody delivers—just check our stats
Our fitness customers see 41% more bookings 6 months after joining Mindbody.
With 2.4 million active users, the Mindbody app is your exclusive pipeline of new client leads.
Mindbody fitness businesses experience a 62% increase in consumer purchases 6 months after onboarding with us.
Not all features are available in all regions or on all tiers.
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Frequently asked questions
- How is Mindbody different than Glofox?
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Mindbody offers a robust, scalable solution for a broad range of wellness businesses, including gyms & fitness studios. They specialize in helping businesses of all sizes grow, while Glofox is more tailored for small to medium-sized fitness studios. Mindbody is equipped to help businesses scale with complex, all-in-one features that aren’t offered on any other platform.
- Does Mindbody support multi-location businesses?
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Yes, Mindbody is the world's leading platform for franchise and owner-operated enterprise brands. Their complete enterprise management system includes corporate level controls, unlimited scalability, and unmatched support designed to grow alongside businesses.
- Does Mindbody offer payment processing?
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Yes, Mindbody offers integrated payment processing powered by Stripe. One-time and recurring payments can be accepted in the Mindbody app, online store, or at your business.
- How can I switch from Glofox to Mindbody?
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The Mindbody Sales team will help you with set-up & onboarding so you can get up and running quickly. They’ll convert and import your data from your current system for free, so you can concentrate on growing your business.
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