Number of Seats/Users: fitDEGREE offers discounts based on the number of users or seats. A higher volume typically leads to a better discount structure, especially for enterprise-level usage.

Commitment to a Long-Term Contract: Discounts are often provided to companies that commit to using the service for a longer period (e.g., 1-year or 3-year contracts). A longer commitment shows fitDEGREE that the company is serious and willing to invest in the platform long-term.

No Active Discounts: Companies that are not already receiving other active discounts may have a better chance of qualifying for additional discounts from fitDEGREE. fitDEGREE reserves discounts for new customers or those not currently under promotional pricing.

Volume or Usage Commitment: fitDEGREE offers discounts if you agree to a minimum amount of usage or transaction volume. This could be based on data storage, transactions, or other metrics tied to how much you will use the platform.

Enterprise-Level Negotiation: Companies that qualify as “enterprise” due to their size or complexity (e.g., having large teams, multiple departments, or geographical presence) may be eligible for additional discounts from fitDEGREE. Such companies are often in a position to negotiate for better pricing.

Early Renewal or Prepayment: fitDEGREE often offers discounts if you renew early or prepay for the entire contract period. This is a common approach to securing a lower price.

Here at Spendbase our internal data shows that fitDEGREE consistently delivers strong value for small studios and campus rec programs, especially those switching from legacy tools like Mindbody.

Key strengths our Spendbase clients highlight:

• Exceptional support & partnership
• Fast, human responses via text, email, and calls
• Proactive guidance during setup and migration
• Willingness to customize and ship requested features

• Feels like working with a small, founder‑led team that “gets” studios

• Ease of use & time savings

• Simple, intuitive interface for both admins and students
• Smooth class and workshop scheduling, quick edits, and check‑ins

• Owners report:

  • Less time “fixing” client accounts
  • Fewer billing errors and missed payments
  • More time for marketing and community building

• Client experience

• Students find the app straightforward and often “thank” owners for switching

• Helpful features like:

  • Announcements for promos/events
  • Social invites to classes
  • Clear visibility of workshops and special events

• Functionality fit for studios

• Works well for:
  • Yoga, barre, massage, reiki, workshops, YTT
  • University-branded apps and group fitness
• Useful built‑in reporting and simple revenue/attendance graphs

• Strong support for online/streaming transitions

• Pricing & value

• Frequently described as more affordable than Mindbody
• Branded app option at a lower cost than major incumbents
• All‑in pricing reduces the need for extra tools

At the same time, our internal data also surfaces recurring friction points:

• Reporting depth

• Multiple clients would like:

  • More advanced reports for payroll
  • Better exports for banks and accountants
  • Finer control over custom reports

• Product maturity / feature gaps

• Occasional glitches right after updates
• Some Android-specific issues
• Desired improvements:
  • More flexible schedule edits (e.g., “from this date forward”)
  • Better handling of recurring privates
  • Stronger email functionality and integrations
  • Optionality around mandatory email fields for older populations
  • Clearer labeling (e.g., contracts vs waivers)
  • Integrations like ClassPass

Overall, Spendbase clients see fitDEGREE as a high‑value, modern alternative with standout support and usability. The product is still evolving, but the vendor’s responsiveness and pace of updates tend to offset current limitations for most studios.