Zen Planner vs. GymMaster

Looking for a GymMaster Alternative to Keep Your Members Loyal to You?

Run your business with ease—Zen Planner’s all-in-one platform helps you operate efficiently, grow revenue, and retain loyal members.

Fitness management software screenshots on devices.

Zen Planner vs. GymMaster

Looking for a GymMaster Alternative to Keep Your Members Loyal to You?

Zen Planner’s powerful all-in-one platform helps you manage operations, drive revenue, and build a strong, loyal community.

Fitness management software screenshots on devices.

Zen Planner vs. GymMaster

Looking for a GymMaster Alternative to Keep Your Members Loyal to You?

Run your business with ease—Zen Planner’s all-in-one platform helps you operate efficiently, grow revenue, and retain loyal members.

Fitness management software screenshots on devices.

Join Top Fitness Businesses Thriving with Zen Planner

See Why Top Brands Are Making the Switch to Zen Planner

Feel Supported

From setup to growth and marketing, Zen Planner’s team guides you every step of the way.

Drive Growth with Insights

Use reporting tools to make informed decisions and boost your business.

Save More, Invest More

Our affordable solutions let you reinvest savings into your business for greater growth.

Track Member Workouts

Allow members to track their workouts keeping them more engaged outside of class.

Boost Leads & Member Engagement

Zen Planner Engage is the ultimate all-in-one solution for CRM, Marketing and Member Engagement.

Online fitness scheduling screenshot on device.
List of fitness management reports on device.
Financial desktop view on device.
Workout tracking dashboard on device.
Marketing automation campaign dashboard on device.

Zen Planner has freed up 25% of my time allowing me to focus on business growth and quadruple my business.

Jennifer Searles

Owner, The Works Personal Training Center

Partnering with Zen Planner for our website and digital marketing strategy was the clear choice for Rhapsody Fitness from the start. Two years later, we are proud to be one of the fastest-growing gyms and fitness destinations for travelers in Charleston and attribute much of that success to working with Zen Planner. Collaborative, committed and creative, the Zen Planner Digital Marketing Team is a breeze to work with, awesomely responsive and always in our corner.

Alan Shaw

Co-Founder and Head Coach at Rhapsody Fitness

Gym member saving money.

Scalable Pricing to Match Your Growth

Zen Planner pricing is more affordable and offers a greater value than GymMaster and scales with your business.

Pricing

Manage Members Conveniently

Seamlessly manage your member’s experience in one place- from registration and billing to tailored communication and self-service

  • Online Scheduling

  • Automated Payments

  • Self-Service Check-ins

  • Track Member Attendance

  • Mobile App

  • And, more!

Member Management

Fitness gym members working out.
Reporting and analytics dashboards.

Leverage Insights to Maximize Performance

Stay informed and take action quickly with industry-leading customizable reports, or choose from predefined options to track your business performance and goals.

  • 140 Pre-Built Reports

  • Customized or Predefined Reports

  • Simple Exports

  • Automated Notifications

  • Single & Multiple Location View

  • Share Reports Easily

  • Data, Chart & Graph Formats

Reporting & Dashboards

Boost Leads, Members and Community

Zen Planner Engage is the ultimate all-in-one solution for CRM, marketing, and member engagement, helping you automate outreach and maximize revenue.

  • Templated Websites

  • Lead Forms

  • Funnel Visibility

  • Blogs

  • 2-way Text & Email*

  • Facebook Messenger

  • Web Chat

  • Reputation Management

  • And more

Zen Planner Engage

Gym member engaging with mobile workout ads.

Expand Your Business with Software Designed to Fit Your Needs

Save more to invest more in
scaling your business

Use reporting tools with actionable insights to grow.

Increase leads and keep your
members booking with you

Join Top Fitness Businesses Thriving with Zen Planner

See Why Top Brands Are Making the Switch to Zen Planner

Online fitness scheduling screenshot on device.

Feel Supported

From setup to growth and marketing, Zen Planner’s team guides you every step of the way.

List of fitness management reports on device.

Drive Growth with Insights

Use reporting tools to make informed decisions and boost your business. 

Financial desktop view on device.

Save More, Invest More

Our affordable solutions let you reinvest savings into your business for greater growth. 

Workout tracking dashboard on device.

Track Member Workouts

Allow members to track their workouts keeping them more engaged outside of class. 

Marketing automation campaign dashboard on device.

Boost Leads & Member Engagement 

Zen Planner Engage is the ultimate all-in-one solution for CRM, Marketing and Member Engagement. 

We spent 1 year assessing 19 different systems before settling on Zen Planner. It’s been really effective in making sure all of our schools are on the same page and helped us out massively with our POS and retail. It’s really saved us about 10-12 hours a week per location.

Dave Kovar

Kovar Martial Arts and Kovar Systems

We spent 1 year assessing 19 different systems before settling on Zen Planner. It’s been really effective in making sure all of our schools are on the same page and helped us out massively with our POS and retail. It’s really saved us about 10-12 hours a week per location.

Dave Kovar

Kovar Martial Arts and Kovar Systems

(On virtual classes) We saw that really boosted their confidence … Being at home in a secure environment, working with their parents one on one, they seemed to excel more in that situation than they did in our classroom.

Kimmer Sebesta-Yoo

Co-Owner/Manager/Instructor
at White Tiger Martial Arts

(On virtual classes) We saw that really boosted their confidence … Being at home in a secure environment, working with their parents one on one, they seemed to excel more in that situation than they did in our classroom.

Kimmer Sebesta-Yoo

Co-Owner/Manager/Instructor
at White Tiger Martial Arts

Gym member saving money.

Scalable Pricing to Match Your Growth

Zen Planner pricing is more affordable and offers a greater value than GymMaster and scales with your business.

Pricing

Manage Members Conveniently

Seamlessly manage your member’s experience in one place- from registration and billing to tailored communication and self-service

  • Online Scheduling

  • Automated Payments

  • Self-Service Check-ins

  • Track Member Attendance

  • Mobile App

  • And, more!

Member Management

Fitness gym members working out.
Reporting and analytics dashboards.

Leverage Insights to Maximize Performance

Stay informed and take action quickly with industry-leading customizable reports, or choose from predefined options to track your business performance and goals.

  • 140 Pre-Built Reports

  • Customized or Predefined Reports

  • Simple Exports

  • Automated Notifications

  • Single & Multiple Location View

  • Share Reports Easily

  • Data, Chart & Graph Formats

Reporting & Dashboards

Boost Leads, Members and Community

Zen Planner Engage is the ultimate all-in-one solution for CRM, marketing, and member engagement, helping you automate outreach and maximize revenue.

  • Templated Websites

  • Lead Forms

  • Funnel Visibility

  • Blogs

  • 2-way Text & Email*

  • Facebook Messenger

  • Web Chat

  • Reputation Management

  • And more

Zen Planner Engage

Gym member engaging with mobile workout ads.

Expand Your Business with Software Designed to Fit Your Needs

Save more to invest more in
scaling your business

Use reporting tools with
actionable insights to grow.

Increase leads and keep your
members booking with you

Frequently Asked Questions

GymMaster is a gym management software designed for fitness clubs, gyms, and health clubs. It offers scheduling, membership management, and access control features, with a focus on 24/7 gym operations. 

Pros: 

  • Built-in 24/7 door access control 
  • Flexible membership and billing options 
  • Integrated point-of-sale (POS) system 

Cons: 

  • User interface can feel outdated & difficult to navigate 
  • Lacks robust automation and essential marketing tools for growth 
  • Reporting customization can be restrictive 

GymMaster users have shared that reporting capabilities can be limited and inconsistent. Additionally, some users find the interface less intuitive and outdated compared to other gym management solutions, specifically calling out that the billing system is complex and challenging to learn. 

GymMaster is primarily used by gyms, health clubs, and fitness studios that require integrated access control for 24/7 operations. 

If you’re looking for basic business management, GymMaster might work. But if you need a comprehensive solution with advanced automation, member retention tools, and robust reporting to grow your business, Zen Planner is the smarter choice. 

And with our HybridAF integration, you still get secure, keyless 24/7 access—keeping your gym open anytime without adding extra admin work. 

While GymMaster specializes in 24/7 gym access control, Zen Planner offers a complete business management solution with an all-in-one gym management software with integrated digital marketing capabilities to help fitness businesses grow and retain members more effectively. 

Customers tell us they switch from GymMaster to Zen Planner for stronger automation, enhanced reporting, and better marketing tools. Zen Planner provides a more intuitive platform with the features needed to attract and retain members while optimizing business operations. 

Zen Planner Studio starts at just $99 per month, providing an all-in-one business management solution, whereas GymMaster starts at $129 per month with door access. When it comes to mobile apps, GymMaster’s branded app costs nearly four times as much as Zen Planner’s, plus a required setup fee—making it a significantly higher investment for providing a seamless experience to your gym members. 

Learn more about Zen Planner pricing. 

Switching to Zen Planner is seamless, thanks to our dedicated onboarding and migration support. Our implementation & customer success experts guide you every step of the way, ensuring a smooth transition without disrupting your business operations.  

Zen Planner provides personalized training, data migration assistance, and ongoing resources to help you get up and running quickly—so you can start seeing the benefits of a fully integrated platform right away. 

With Zen Planner, you’re never on your own. Join our group success sessions for expert-led best practices, Q&A, and networking among peers, or get one-on-one business coaching for a personalized deep dive into your business. 

Zen Planner’s implementation and customer success team is committed to your long-term success, helping you optimize the platform so you can focus on growing your fitness business. 

While GymMaster focuses on access control and gym security, Zen Planner delivers an all-in-one gym management solution with powerful integrations, advanced reporting, and integrated marketing tools to drive business growth. Plus, Zen Planner’s branded mobile app is a more affordable option, making it easier for small and growing gyms to enhance member engagement without stretching their budget. 

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