SHC vs PushPress
The Best PushPress Alternative for Gyms
PushPress is a popular option for CrossFit boxes and small fitness gyms. But for gyms that need deeper functionality - family accounts, recovery services, multi-service scheduling, branded app control: SHC delivers the control and flexibility PushPress lacks.
If you're ready to scale past spreadsheets and sticky notes, SHC is built for the next chapter.
Why Gyms Are Switching from PushPress to SHC
Beyond Classes and Check-Ins
PushPress covers basics like scheduling and check-ins. SHC helps you manage full-service gym operations - PT, swim lanes, recovery gear, courts, and more.
Brand Control from Day One
With SHC, your app is your brand. Not a generic PushPress shell. You own the member experience across every screen.
Support for Families, Departments, and Complex Clubs
Need parent-child accounts? Cross-department scheduling? Flexible booking logic across different amenities? PushPress can’t handle that. SHC was built specifically to support complex gym operations.
Support That Doesn’t Drop Off
SHC gives you a dedicated onboarding manager, live training, ongoing check-ins, and real human support - before and after setup.
SHC vs. PushPress
What You Need to Know
FEATURE
PushPress
Branded Member App
PushPress
Generic app experience under PushPress brand.
Class & Program Bookings
Includes group fitness, camps, clinics, swim lanes.
PushPress
Class-first; not built for event layering.
Personal Training
Advanced PT booking + instructor rules + payroll tools.
PushPress
Basic scheduling. Limited automation or logic.
Recovery & Amenity Booking
Book massage chairs, courts, or recovery gear.
PushPress
Not supported.
Family Management
Parent-child accounts, shared billing, unified app access.
PushPress
No family account functionality.
Check-in & Access
Tamper-proof barcode access, restrictions, usage logic.
PushPress
Basic check-in features. No real-time logic layers.
Marketing & Notifications
In-app banners, push notifications, deep-link CTAs.
PushPress
Email and push available—limited targeting.
Reporting & Analytics
Real-time insights, filterable dashboards.
PushPress
Basic reporting with limited filters.
Staff Ease of Use
Built for busy teams—intuitive and modern UI.
PushPress
Simple UI, but not scalable for multi-service clubs.
Pricing
Transparent pricing based on scope and size.
PushPress
Tiered pricing, add-on fees for growth features.
Support & Onboarding
Dedicated account manager, 24/7 support, live onboarding.
PushPress
Good starter support—less consistent post-setup.
Switching to SHC is Easier Than You Think
We’ve helped dozens of gyms move from PushPress without disruption. Our onboarding team handles the migration including member accounts, services, and billing - while giving you access to live training, recordings, and 24/7 support.
You’ll get a dedicated account manager from day one and a team that actually knows your name.
Expect
- Live trainings with your staff
- Ongoing access to recordings
- 24/7 support for questions, fixes, or just peace of mind
Hear It from Gyms Like Yours
Kevin McHugh,
The Atlantic Club
“Utilising our SHC App, The Atlantic Club has been able to have a comprehensive reservation system involving all of our pools as well as our live and virtual classes throughout the week. Our members embraced the SHC app… due to its simplicity to understand and ease of use.”
Don’t Outgrow Your Software
PushPress is great when you’re just starting out. But if your gym is growing, diversifying, or just needs more: SHC is the better fit.
Book a Discovery Call
Let’s walk you through what SHC can do and why gyms that started with PushPress are making the switch.
