TrueCoach alternatives in 2025: Why Gymkee is the best option

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If you have ever used TrueCoach, you know it gets the job done.
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It delivers workouts, clients can log their numbers, and you can send them videos.
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It has been around for years and has helped thousands of trainers build their businesses online.

For many, it was the first serious step away from spreadsheets and PDFs.

But here is the feedback we hear often: for many coaches and clients, TrueCoach still feels a bit like coaching through a spreadsheet, or as some call it, a PDF on steroids. Functional, yes.

But also text heavy, clunky, and sometimes frustrating.

On Reddit, one client shared:

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The UI is a little awkward… I could not even change my own workout dates without asking my trainer.

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And another coach put it bluntly:

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Building workouts in TrueCoach feels like admin work, not coaching.

That is why so many coaches are now asking: what are the best TrueCoach alternatives in 2025?
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In this article, we are going to compare TrueCoach vs Gymkee. Not just features listed on paper, but the real experience of using the platform day to day, both for you and your clients.
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At the end, you will know exactly which platform makes the most sense for the way you want to coach.
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At Gymkee, we work with thousands of online and hybrid coaches every day.

And what we see all the time is this: the platform you use can either make your business run smoothly, or slow everything down.
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That is why we made this comparison.

Because one of the questions we get asked constantly is: “What is the real difference between TrueCoach and Gymkee?”‍

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So today, we are going to look at five key areas:
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👉 Pricing and philosophy
👉 Ease of use
👉 Features and content
👉 Client experience
👉 Support

We will not just share a list of features.

We will include real feedback from coaches and clients on Reddit, Trustpilot, Capterra, and G2, so you can see what people actually experience day to day.

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By the end, you will know exactly which platform makes the most sense for your coaching business in 2025.

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Pricing and philosophy

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Let’s start with pricing, because for many coaches it is the first thing they notice as their client base grows.

TrueCoach works on a tiered model:
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• $29.98 per month for up to 5 clients
• $59.95 per month for up to 20 clients
• $119.95 per month for up to 50 clients
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Each tier comes with some extras like wearables integration or Zapier automations, but the main difference is simply how many clients you are allowed to coach.

For many trainers, this setup works fine at the beginning.

But here is the frustration we hear most often: as soon as you grow, you are pushed up a tier.

Even if your workflow does not change, your bill does.

Gymkee takes a different approach.

We keep the entry point simple:

‍$49 per month for up to 25 active clients, with everything you need already included.

And when your business evolves, you unlock extras only if you want them:

• Unlimited clients for $69 per month if you are scaling past 25 ($20 add-on)
• Nutrition for $39 if you coach food plans and recipes
• On Demand for $39 plus a small commission if you want to sell programs or courses
• Branding for $20 if you want your own logo and colors in the client app

No forced jumps.
No paying for features you will never use.

To put it in perspective:

• If you are just starting with 3 to 5 clients, TrueCoach’s Starter plan is slightly cheaper
• The moment you are coaching 10, 15, or 20 clients, Gymkee stays at $49 while TrueCoach forces an upgrade
• If you want to scale even bigger, Gymkee’s unlimited option at $69 gives you room to grow without the bill doubling
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Our philosophy is simple.

The value of your platform should not be tied only to a headcount.

It should be tied to how much time it saves you, how smooth the experience feels for your clients, and how it helps you grow your business.

That is why coaches who switch to Gymkee say they finally feel like their software is helping them, not holding them back.

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Ease of use and interface

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Ease of use is one of the biggest factors that decides whether you actually enjoy your coaching platform.

The tools can be powerful, but if they feel heavy or confusing, both you and your clients lose motivation.

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With TrueCoach, most coaches agree it gets the job done.

You can build workouts, send them to clients, and track results.

But the way it feels to use is often compared to filling out a spreadsheet.

The workout screen is basically a long text list: exercise name, sets, reps, notes, repeat.

For a client, that can feel like scrolling through a PDF.

For a coach, programming can feel more like paperwork than coaching.

On Software Advice, one reviewer explained:

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“Their interface is clunky and hard to deal with both on the trainer and client side.”

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So while TrueCoach works, the overall feeling is functional but not engaging.

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Gymkee was designed to flip that experience.

Instead of long text lists, everything is built to be visual, fast, and intuitive.
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• A drag-and-drop builder lets you program an entire week in seconds (Gymkee features).
• Supersets, circuits, AMRAPs, EMOMs, and Tabata are all built in with a single click.
• More than 550 demo videos in 4K show each exercise from two angles, with both male and female demos
• The interface is clean and distraction free, so neither you nor your clients feel overwhelmed by menus.
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On Trustpilot, one trainer explained:

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“Very intuitive. Super fast. It saves me hours every week building programs.”

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Clients feel the difference too.

Instead of scrolling through a text-heavy checklist, they follow a smooth workout flow with clear videos.

Many describe it as motivating and modern, even for beginners who are not tech-savvy.

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TrueCoach delivers workouts like a PDF: reliable but dry.

Gymkee delivers workouts like a real coaching app: fast, visual, and built to make training enjoyable.

And this matters because when clients enjoy using the app, they are more consistent.

When they are consistent, they get results. And when they get results, they stay with you longer.

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Here's for example how creating a program on Gymkee looks like:

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Features and content

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On paper, TrueCoach checks many boxes.

It offers a workout builder, habit checklists, progress tracking, messaging, payments, Zapier automations, and even wearables sync.

Its exercise library is large too, with more than 3,000 videos available.

But here is the reality: at its core, TrueCoach still feels like a PDF on steroids.

Workouts are mostly presented as text lists, which can feel flat for clients.

And for nutrition, the platform does not include its own builder or recipe database.

Instead, it relies on integrations like MyFitnessPal, which forces clients to juggle multiple apps.

If the integration breaks, the whole workflow suffers.
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On Capterra, one coach wrote:

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“The interface is simple enough, but it really just feels like filling out spreadsheets with extra steps.”
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Another added:

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“Nutrition is weak, basically dependent on MyFitnessPal, and I wish it had something built in.”

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So while TrueCoach offers plenty of features, they do not always feel seamless or modern.

Gymkee takes a different approach. Instead of stacking as many features as possible, the focus is on the essentials that actually save time and improve the client experience:
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• A drag and drop workout builder that supports supersets, circuits, AMRAPs, EMOMs, and Tabata in one click
• More than 550 exercise demo videos in 4K, filmed from two angles with both male and female models
• A built-in Nutrition module with meal plan builder, recipe library, and assessments, so everything stays in one app
• Multi-language support in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazilian), and German
• Optional On Demand module so you can sell programs and courses directly inside the platform
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On Trustpilot, one trainer explained:
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“Finally a complete tool that covers both fitness and nutrition in one app. It saves me hours every week and my clients actually follow the plans.”

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The difference is clear:

• TrueCoach offers many features, but they can feel disconnected and dependent on third parties.
• Gymkee integrates the essentials into one modern app, making it faster for coaches and smoother for clients.

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When you choose a platform, it is not only about how it feels for you as a coach.

The real test is what it feels like for your clients every day.

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TrueCoach: Effective but not engaging

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TrueCoach delivers workouts and lets clients log their numbers, but the way sessions appear is often described as plain and text heavy.

For clients, it can feel like scrolling through a PDF or spreadsheet.

On Software Advice, one coach noted:

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“The interface is clunky and hard to deal with on both the trainer and client side.”
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On Capterra, a reviewer mentioned:

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“Clients sometimes get confused navigating the workouts because the interface is not very intuitive.”

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So while clients get the job done with TrueCoach, the experience is not always smooth or motivating.

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Gymkee: Smooth, visual, and motivating

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Gymkee was designed to make the client side feel like a real fitness app, not a checklist.

• Workouts flow exercise by exercise with clear visuals
• More than 550 demo videos in 4K, filmed from two angles with male and female models, guide every move
• The app works in five languages: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazilian), and German
• Offline mode ensures that even without Wi-Fi, clients can still follow their programs

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On Trustpilot, one coach shared:

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“My clients love it. It’s motivating, aesthetic, and easy to follow, even for beginners.”

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Clients themselves often highlight that the workouts feel structured and engaging, which keeps them consistent.

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Why this matters

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Consistency is what creates results.

When clients enjoy the app, they show up more often.

When they show up, they progress.

And when they progress, they stay with you longer.
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That is why the client experience is not just about looks. It directly affects retention, results, and your business growth.

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Support and responsiveness

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Support often gets overlooked when choosing a platform, but it becomes critical the moment you or your clients hit a problem.

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TrueCoach: Professional but formal

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TrueCoach has a large user base and provides professional support, but many reviews describe it as formal and ticket-based.

That means if something breaks, you open a ticket and wait for a reply.

On Capterra, one coach explained:

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“Support is okay, but it can take a while to get a real answer. Sometimes it feels like I’m just another ticket.”
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On Software Advice, another trainer added:

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“It would be nice to have more direct contact or faster help. The platform is solid, but support feels distant at times.”
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So while support works, many coaches feel it is not always fast or personal.

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Gymkee: Human and responsive

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Gymkee takes a different approach. Support is considered part of the product, not just an afterthought.

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• Direct chat support is available inside the app
• Both coaches and clients can get help quickly
• A real human answers, not only a bot
• And yes, some tickets are even handled directly by the CEO when needed

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On Trustpilot, a coach wrote:

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“The team listens like no one else. I suggested a feature, and a few weeks later it was live in the app.”

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Another added:

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“Customer service is excellent. Friendly, fast, and they really take our needs into account.”

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This makes a big difference. Instead of feeling like just another number in a queue, you feel heard.

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And support goes beyond tickets. Gymkee also creates new YouTube videos every week with strategies and marketing advice to help trainers grow their business.

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The difference

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• TrueCoach: reliable but formal, ticket-based, sometimes slow to feel personal
• Gymkee: fast, human, and invested in your success, with support for both coaches and clients

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Conclusion

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TrueCoach has been around for years.

It’s reliable, it has plenty of features, and many coaches have used it to build successful businesses.

It remains a solid option for trainers who want a proven platform.

But as many reviews highlight, the experience can feel text heavy, clunky, and sometimes frustrating for both coaches and clients.

Pricing climbs quickly as you grow, nutrition depends on integrations, and support often feels formal and ticket-based.

Gymkee takes a different approach.

• A fair, transparent price: $49 for up to 25 clients, with optional add-ons only if you need them
• A modern, drag-and-drop interface that saves time instead of adding clicks
• Fitness and nutrition combined in one app, with more than 550 demo videos in 4K and built-in meal planning
• A client experience that feels smooth, visual, and motivating, available in five languages and offline
• Fast, human support for both you and your clients

The bottom line: TrueCoach gets the job done, but often feels like coaching through a spreadsheet.

Gymkee feels like a modern fitness app designed to save you time and keep your clients engaged.

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Frequently asked questions

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Is Gymkee a good alternative to TrueCoach?‍

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Yes.

Gymkee offers all the essentials: workout programming, client tracking, nutrition, and on-demand programs in one clean app.

Coaches often describe it as faster, more visual, and easier to use compared to TrueCoach.
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How much does Gymkee cost compared to TrueCoach?

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TrueCoach starts at $29.98 per month for 5 clients and climbs to $119.95 for 50 clients.

Gymkee charges $49 per month for up to 25 clients, with the option to unlock unlimited clients for $69.

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What do coaches say about using TrueCoach?
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On platforms like Capterra and Software Advice, coaches often describe TrueCoach as functional but “clunky” or “like admin work.”

It works, but many find it text heavy and slow.

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How do clients experience TrueCoach vs Gymkee?

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Clients using TrueCoach often see long text lists of exercises, which can feel flat.

Gymkee offers 4K demo videos, smooth workout flows, offline mode, and multi-language support, making it more motivating and engaging.

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What kind of support do I get with Gymkee?
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Gymkee offers direct chat support for both coaches and clients, answered quickly by real people.

Coaches often say the team is friendly, fast, and responsive to feedback.

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