Compare TrueCoach alternatives for online coaches in 2026: Trainerize, PT Distinction, Everfit, My PT Hub and Google Sheets. Pricing checked on each provider's site, with honest pros and cons.
TrueCoach is a programming-first coaching app. Coaches like its workout builder and exercise library. The most common reasons to look elsewhere are the client limits on each tier, nutrition that relies on MyFitnessPal, and the cost at higher client numbers.
This guide compares five TrueCoach alternatives: Trainerize, PT Distinction, Everfit, My PT Hub and Google Sheets (including GSheetsPro, which we sell). Prices come from each provider's official pricing page, checked on 25 September 2026.
TrueCoach: The Baseline
TrueCoach's pricing page listed three plans, all in USD:
| Plan | Price shown | Active clients |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $26.34/month | Up to 5 |
| Standard | $57.99/month | Up to 20 |
| Pro | $136.99/month | Up to 50 |
The page has a monthly and annual toggle but did not clearly state which billing period these figures reflect. It labels annual plans with free months. Coaches with more than 50 clients are asked to contact TrueCoach. There is a 14-day free trial with no card required, and a 90-day money-back guarantee for first-time annual subscribers (restrictions apply).
All plans list the programme builder, a client management tracker, MyFitnessPal nutrition and habit tracking, an exercise video library, in-app messaging and automated payments. Standard and Pro add wearable data, a custom-branded app and Zapier-powered automations. The page was inconsistent on whether Zapier is Standard and Pro or Pro only.
Quick Comparison
| Option | Starting price (as listed) | Client limits | Nutrition approach |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trainerize | Free for 1 client; Pro from $25/month for 5 | Tiers by client seats | Meal and macro tracking; advanced nutrition add-on |
| PT Distinction | $19.90/month for 3 | Plan plus per-client fees | Nutrition coaching and AI meal planner |
| Everfit | Free for up to 5 clients | Tiers by client numbers | Nutrition and habit coaching |
| My PT Hub | €25/month for 3 | Unlimited from Premium (€59/month) | Nutrition plans |
| Google Sheets / GSheetsPro | Sheets free; GSheetsPro £199 once | None | Meal plans and macros in Sheets |
1. Trainerize
ABC Trainerize has a free plan for one coaching client. Its plan comparison listed Grow at $10/month for 2 clients and Pro from $25/month for 5 clients, with more seat tiers above that. Annual billing saves 10%. Advanced Nutrition Coaching is an add-on at $20–$45/month depending on the plan.
Choose it over TrueCoach if you want in-app meal and macro tracking without relying on MyFitnessPal, a broad integration list, or a free plan to start.
Watch for: add-on costs. Nutrition, video coaching, payments and branded apps are priced separately on Grow and Pro.
If you want to keep Sheets alongside it, see how the Trainerize Google Sheets integration works.
2. PT Distinction
PT Distinction lists Basic at $19.90/month (3 clients, then $6.00 each), Pro at $59.90 (25 clients, then $2.40 each) and Master at $89.90 (50 clients, then $1.60 each). All plans have a 1-month free trial.
Choose it over TrueCoach if you want nutrition coaching, a meal planner, automated workflows, scheduled email and SMS, and payments included, rather than on higher tiers.
Watch for: per-client fees on top of each plan. Calculate the total at your target client number. See the full PT Distinction pricing breakdown.
3. Everfit
Everfit advertises free use for your first 5 clients, and a 30-day free trial of paid features. Paid plans are tiered by client numbers, with 16% saved on annual billing. We could not retrieve current paid plan prices from its pricing page when we checked.
Choose it over TrueCoach if you are starting out and want an app with training, nutrition and habit coaching at no cost for a small roster.
Watch for: automation is an add-on, and you upgrade tiers manually as you grow. See Google Sheets vs Everfit.
4. My PT Hub
My PT Hub prices in euros. Starter is €25/month for 3 clients. Premium is €59/month (flexible monthly) with unlimited clients, or €52/month on an annual plan paid monthly. Ultimate is €215/month. There is a 30-day free trial with no card required.
Choose it over TrueCoach if you have more than 20 clients and want one flat plan with unlimited clients, plus bookings, classes and automated check-ins.
Watch for: add-ons, including a branded app (€95 one-time) and Zapier (€18/month), and currency conversion for UK coaches. See Google Sheets vs My PT Hub.
5. Google Sheets (With or Without GSheetsPro)
Many coaches write programmes in spreadsheets before they enter them into TrueCoach. Delivering in Google Sheets removes that step. Sheets is free, has no client limits, and keeps your data in your own Drive.
GSheetsPro costs £199 once. It includes training plans with an exercise library and volume tracking, macro and meal plan templates, an editable 200+ food database, beginner and advanced check-in sheets, a weekly progress tracker and a client management dashboard.
Choose it over TrueCoach if you want full control of your programme layouts and nutrition plans, and a fixed cost as you grow.
Watch for: no dedicated app, no push notifications and no built-in messaging or payments. TrueCoach's video exercise library is a real advantage for clients who need exercise demos. In Sheets you add your own video links.
See the 5 core Google Sheets templates and Google Sheets vs TrueCoach.
Which TrueCoach Alternative Fits You?
| If you want... | Consider |
|---|---|
| Better built-in nutrition | Trainerize (with add-on), PT Distinction |
| Unlimited clients on one plan | My PT Hub Premium, Google Sheets |
| A free start for a small roster | Everfit, Trainerize Basic |
| Many tools included without add-ons | PT Distinction |
| No subscription and full control | Google Sheets / GSheetsPro |
| The best exercise video experience | Stay on TrueCoach, or test app alternatives |
Price each option at the client number you expect in 12 months. A plan that is cheapest at 10 clients can be the most expensive at 40.
How to Test an Alternative
- Build one real week of programming and nutrition for a dummy client.
- Complete a check-in as the client, on a phone.
- Time how long your weekly review takes.
- Check what you need to move from TrueCoach, and save copies before cancelling.
- Move a small group of clients first.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best alternative to TrueCoach?
It depends on why you are leaving. For nutrition, look at Trainerize or PT Distinction. For unlimited clients, My PT Hub Premium or Google Sheets. For no subscription, Google Sheets with templates such as GSheetsPro.
Is there a cheaper alternative to TrueCoach?
At small client numbers, Everfit's free tier and Trainerize's free plan cost nothing. At larger numbers, compare My PT Hub's unlimited plan, PT Distinction's per-client pricing and a one-time Google Sheets system.
Does TrueCoach have a free plan?
TrueCoach's pricing page listed a 14-day free trial, not a permanent free plan, when checked.
Can I use Google Sheets instead of TrueCoach?
Yes, if your clients are comfortable using shared spreadsheets and you do not need in-app logging, reminders or messaging. Many coaches pair Sheets with WhatsApp or email for communication.
Which TrueCoach alternative is best for UK coaches?
Any of them can work in the UK. Note the currency each provider bills in: TrueCoach, Trainerize and PT Distinction list USD, My PT Hub lists euros and GSheetsPro charges £199 in GBP.
Next Step
Test two options with a dummy client before moving anyone. If Google Sheets suits your coaching, see what GSheetsPro includes for £199. Also compare the best Trainerize alternatives.
Sources checked 25 September 2026: TrueCoach pricing, Trainerize pricing, PT Distinction pricing, Everfit pricing, My PT Hub pricing. Prices and features can change.
