Mindbody alternative for independent instructors
Mindbody suits larger, multi-location studios with enterprise needs. Classta keeps independents and small studios moving with a flat £15/$20, no contracts, no bolt-ons.
Classta: independents & small studios
Designed for solo instructors and small teams who want modern booking, reminders, and check-in without contracts or complexity. Fast to set up, easy daily use.
Mindbody: larger, multi-location studios
Strong fit for franchises or bigger studios that need enterprise marketing, staff, and multi-location controls — and can tolerate higher cost, contracts, and complexity.
If you’re an independent instructor comparing platforms, this page is here to help you choose the right fit — not to “win” a checklist.
TL;DR Summary
Classta: transparent £15 / $20 per month — all features included, no contracts.
Mindbody: opaque, contract-based pricing with different bundles and paid add-ons (e.g. branded app, POS hardware, marketing). Annual terms are common and quotes vary by size; stronger fit for larger or multi-location studios that can absorb the cost and complexity.
Flat £15 / $20 — no tiers, no bolt-ons. Jump to pricing.
✓ No credit card required • Cancel anytime
✓ Import your Mindbody data and customers
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Classta vs Mindbody: feature-by-feature
| Area | Classta | Mindbody |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | ✅ Independent instructors & small studios | ✅ Larger studios, franchises, multiple locations |
| Pricing |
✅ £15 / $20 flat (all features included) |
⚠️ Quote-only annual contracts common; price varies by bundle |
| Contracts |
✅ No contracts cancel anytime |
⚠️ Annual terms typical early exit can be costly |
| Ease of setup & daily use | ✅ Fast setup (AI) and streamlined UI | ⚠️ Steeper learning curve; more screens and settings |
| Setup & data import | ✅ AI setup + assisted import | ⚠️ Manual onboarding, paid services vary by plan |
| SMS & email reminders | ✅ Included (SMS + email) | ⚠️ Email included; SMS via add-ons / separate fees |
| Check-in & attendance | ✅ QR code & roster included | ⚠️ Manual check-in; hardware/POS optional add-ons |
| Packages, passes, memberships | ✅ Included for all classes | ⚠️ Included, but pricing varies by bundle and location count |
| Branded app | ✅ Web + QR check-in on any device | ❌ Paid upgrade for branded app |
| Marketplace exposure | ✅ You own your clients | ⚠️ Clients see competing studios in Mindbody marketplace |
| Integrations | ✅ Zapier, webhooks, Stripe | ⚠️ Limited third-party marketing integrations; relies on Mindbody Payments |
| Support | ✅ Fast chat and email included | ⚠️ Varies by contract; phone tiers depend on plan |
Pricing & commitment
£15/$20 flat, all features included. Built for independents and small studios. Cancel anytime.
Quote-only pricing with annual contracts common. Cost varies by bundle, location count, and add-ons; stronger fit for larger studios or franchises.
Features & add-ons
SMS/email reminders, QR check-in, passes, memberships, discounts, AI setup — all included.
Mix of core features plus paid add-ons (branded app, SMS credits, marketing, POS hardware). Marketplace promotes other studios to your clients.
Support & onboarding
AI-assisted setup with human support, import from Mindbody, fast chat/email at any plan.
Onboarding and phone support depend on contract; cancellations usually need notice and may include fees.
Pricing: transparent vs opaque
Classta is one simple plan. Mindbody pricing is not published; quotes vary by bundle, add-ons, and contract length. Many customers report annual commitments and separate fees for branded apps, SMS, and POS hardware. Larger, multi-location businesses may value those enterprise bundles; independents tend to prefer transparent, flexible pricing.
Classta
£15 / $20
Per month, per business. No usage caps.
- ✓ SMS + email reminders included
- ✓ AI setup, import from Mindbody
- ✓ Passes, memberships, discounts, gift cards
- ✓ QR check-in, attendance, waitlists
- ✓ Cancel anytime, no lock-ins
Mindbody
Quote-only, contracts
Pricing varies by bundle, locations, and add-ons.
- • Annual contracts and notice periods are common
- • Branded app and POS hardware are paid upgrades
- • SMS often billed separately; marketing tools vary by bundle
- • Mindbody marketplace promotes competing studios to your clients
- • Payment processing tied to Mindbody Payments rates
If you want transparent pricing and flexibility, try Classta free.
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