Looking for a Glofox alternative? We compare pricing, contracts, reviews and features of the options for yoga, pilates and boutique studios, with sources.
Booking and payments software for yoga, pilates and wellness studios, with WhatsApp notifications from the studio’s own number, recurring fixed spots and public, no-contract pricing.
Public pricing: €16/month (€12/month billed annually) + VAT, no quote form.
No lock-in: pay monthly, or annually at a discount.
Installable app with your logo and colours on every plan, not just the top tier.
Confirmations, reminders and notices on WhatsApp from the studio’s own number. Included in Business; +€15/month on Starter and Pro.
Platform in Spanish, Catalan, English and French, with a 14-day free trial.
Yoga, pilates, dance, indoor cycling and boutique fitness studios, with a strong focus on marketing and automation.
Price
Not published. The pricing page asks you to describe your business so they can put together a quote.[4]
The competitor with the most complete WhatsApp offering: Meta-approved templates, a 24-hour free-form window when the client replies, and sending from automated sequences.[5][6]
Yes€16/month (€12/month billed annually), + VAT. Public pricing.
PartialPlans from $99/month (Essential, Boost, Elite). The exact price comes through a quote request.[14][15]
PartialFrom €99/month per location. Each plan’s price (Starter, Accelerate, Ultimate) comes from the sales team.[2]
Not publishedNot published. The pricing page asks you to describe your business so they can put together a quote.[4]
PartialIndividual: $49/month billed annually, 1 team member. Studio Core, Growth and Suite: custom pricing after a demo.[7][8]
Not publishedNo public prices. Five plans (Start, Build, Engage, Elevate and Scale), all quoted after a demo.[10][11][12]
Fee per payment
Yes0% Lorari commission. Only Stripe’s own fee (1.5% + €0.25 per European card payment).
Not publishedNot published.
€Paid extraPayment rate depends on your plan and is not published. New clients from the Mindbody app: 20% of their first purchase, capped.[16][17]
Not publishedNot published on the official site. You can choose whether clients absorb card fees.[18]
PartialIndividual plan: 3% transaction fee on top of Stripe fees. Studio plans negotiate fees with their account executive.[19]
Not publishedCharges per-payment fees, deducted from each transaction. The rate is not published.[20]
Contract
YesNo lock-in. Pay monthly, or annually at a discount.
PartialInitial term set in the order form, with automatic renewal. Fees are non-cancellable and non-refundable except as stated in their terms.[21][22]
PartialDepends on your plan and billing terms. Cancelling may require advance notice under your agreement.[23]
Not publishedNot published.
YesNo commitment: plans renew month to month unless you choose an annual plan.[24]
NoTerms not published. A 2026 App Store review reports a one-year minimum term.[25]
Automatic WhatsApp messages
YesBooking confirmations, reminders and notices on WhatsApp from the studio’s own number. Included in Business; +€15/month on Starter and Pro.
PartialConfirmations and reminders by email and SMS. Their AI agents cover phone, SMS, email and live chat; WhatsApp is not listed.[26][27]
PartialBooking confirmations and reminders by email and SMS from the Accelerate plan. Their pricing page does not mention WhatsApp.[28]
YesWhatsApp integration via Meta: Meta-approved templates from the inbox and in automated sequences. The number is provisioned through Twilio.[5][6]
NoAutomated reminders and notifications by email and SMS. WhatsApp is not mentioned on their pricing or feature pages.[29]
NoPublished channels: email, SMS and push notifications. SMS and push from the Build plan. WhatsApp is not listed.[30][31]
Waitlist
YesAutomatic over WhatsApp: a spot opens, the next student gets a message, taps “Yes” and is booked. Pro plan and above.
YesAutomatic waitlists fill a spot as soon as it opens, plus no-show penalties.[32]
YesAutomatic waitlist: when someone cancels, the next client is moved into the class.[33]
YesThree modes: automatic add, double opt-in by text (10 minutes by default, adjustable) or fastest fingers first.[34]
YesAutomated waitlist: the first person in line is enrolled (and charged) automatically and notified by email. Also available for appointments.[35][36]
YesAutomatic waitlist that fills cancellations. Some student reviews say the alert arrives by email.[37][38]
Student app
YesInstallable app with the studio’s logo and colours, included on every plan.
€Paid extraCustom branded member app in the app stores: optional add-on on Essential and Boost, included in Elite.[39][40]
€Paid extraFree listing in the Mindbody app (a marketplace). A branded app with your logo is an extra paid service.[41][42]
YesMomence app on the App Store (4.9 out of 5, 45K ratings) and Google Play (4.8). App Store listing in English only.[43][44]
€Paid extraCustom branded iOS + Android app included in Studio Suite, otherwise sold as an add-on.[45]
€Paid extraShared bsport app for everyone; a branded member app comes from the Engage plan up.[46]
WhatsApp
Your students read WhatsApp, not email
With Lorari, booking confirmations, class reminders and notices go out on WhatsApp from your studio’s own number. If a student owes money, the reminder tells them. And when a spot opens up, the next person on the waitlist gets a message: they tap “Yes” and they are booked.
Reminders people actually read
Booking confirmations and class reminders on WhatsApp, from your studio’s own number.
Payments without chasing
If a student owes money, the reminder itself tells them.
Spots that fill themselves
A spot opens, the next person on the waitlist gets a WhatsApp and books with one tap.
Messages from your own number: included in Business or €15/month on Starter and Pro. Waitlist: Pro plan and above.
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Aire Studio
Business account
Today
Class reminderHi Laura, just a reminder about your Reformer Pilates class tomorrow at 7pm.You have €45 outstanding.18:02
Spot availableA spot just opened in Reformer Pilates, Thursday 7pm. Do you want it?18:40
Yes
No
Aire Studio
Spot available
Yes18:41
Booking confirmedSee you Thursday at 7pm for Reformer Pilates.18:41
Message
Switching is simple
How to switch from ABC Glofox to Lorari
1
Get your student list out of ABC Glofox: if it lets you export a CSV, upload it as is; if not, a screenshot or a photo of the list is enough.
2
Lorari picks out each student’s name, email and phone. You review the list before importing.
3
Create your classes, memberships and class packs, and share your booking link with your students.
4
Give your regulars their fixed weekly spots and switch on WhatsApp notifications.
FAQ
How much does Glofox cost?
Their site lists plans from $99/month (Essential, Boost and Elite); the exact price comes through a quote request. Lorari costs €16/month (€12/month billed annually) + VAT, with public pricing.
What do Glofox reviews say?
Their staff app has 2.5 out of 5 from 47 ratings on the US App Store. Negative reviews mention support and unclear charges.
What is a good Glofox alternative for a yoga or pilates studio?
Lorari offers public pricing from €16/month, no lock-in, no setup fee, unlimited instructors and an app with your logo on every plan. There is a 14-day free trial.
How do I move from Glofox to Lorari?
You can import your students into Lorari from a CSV file or a photo of your list. Your students’ data stays yours. Check your Glofox term and notice period first, since it renews automatically.
Does Glofox send reminders on WhatsApp?
Their site lists confirmations and reminders by email and SMS, and their AI agents cover phone, SMS, email and live chat, with no mention of WhatsApp. Lorari sends confirmations, reminders and notices on WhatsApp from the studio’s own number.
Try it with your own classes
Set up your schedule, memberships and booking link, and switch on WhatsApp notifications. If you need a hand, we are one WhatsApp message away.
