# Helmr vs Glofox for Indian gyms

Smaran Challapalli · Published 12 Oct 2026 · Updated 2 Nov 2026

Helmr vs Glofox is a comparison of two gym management products for Indian gyms. It looks at who holds member payments, price structure and currency, branch pricing, India availability, migration, WhatsApp and data on exit. Helmr is in early access. Glofox is part of ABC Fitness and quotes prices in US dollars.

## How they differ on the money and lock-in axes

Vendor cells below come from Glofox's own pages, read on 2 Nov 2026. "Not published" means the page does not say.

| Axis | Helmr (early access) | Glofox (sources, checked 2 Nov 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Who holds member money, and the take rate | 0% of member payments. Money goes to the gym's own payment account, never Helmr's. | Take rate: not published. Its [FAQ](https://www.glofox.com/faq/) says payment processing fees are charged by your provider and are not part of the plan price. |
| Price structure | Early access. Price per business plus a per-branch add-on, published before launch. | Its [FAQ](https://www.glofox.com/faq/) gives a starting price of $99USD/month per location. Its [pricing page](https://www.glofox.com/pricing/) is a quote form. Rupee price: not published. |
| Branch pricing | A per-branch add-on, published before launch. | Per location, from the starting price above. The cost of adding a location: not published. |
| Migration | Free, assisted and included, as a commitment. | The [FAQ](https://www.glofox.com/faq/) says "Migration is supported from common fitness platforms". Whether it is free: not published. |
| WhatsApp number | Your members hear from your own WhatsApp number. The WhatsApp rail Helmr uses already runs my own studio's number since 22 Oct 2026. | Not published. |
| Data on exit | You export it: members, payments, invoices, attendance. Export stays available for 30 days after cancellation, per [helmr.in/pricing](/pricing). | Not published as a commitment. Access after cancellation: not published. |
| Indian ownership and support | Built for Indian gyms. Early access support is by WhatsApp. | India availability and GST invoicing: not published. The FAQ says availability varies by country and region. |

## How much does Glofox cost?

Glofox's [FAQ](https://www.glofox.com/faq/) (checked 2 Nov 2026) says plans start "as low as $99USD/month per location", and that final pricing depends on your business needs, plan and available offers. Its [pricing page](https://www.glofox.com/pricing/) asks for business type, locations and details instead of showing plans. Pricing is described as monthly or annual and varying by region and currency. Plan names, a rupee price, setup fees and the cost of a second location are not published.

For an Indian gym, that means a dollar starting price with payment processing on top, and no rupee figure to compare. Before a demo, ask for a quote in rupees, with GST, for one branch and for three. Ask who invoices you and in which currency. Our guide to [gym membership pricing](/guides/gym-membership-pricing-india/) shows how to price your own plans once the software cost is known.

## What Helmr is building

Helmr is building one gym app for the owner, front desk and coach. It plans to cover billing with GST invoices, PT commission per delivered session, payroll, QR kiosk check-in, and biometric attendance through ESSL and ZKTeco devices with a bridge, where templates stay on the device and QR is always the alternative. It will take enquiries through a lead webhook. For gyms with more than one location it plans a business, brand and branch structure with a GSTIN and payment account per branch. None of this is live today. Read the [multi-branch gym guide](/guides/multi-branch-gym/) for how that setup should work.

## Glofox alternatives for Indian gyms

If you are collecting quotes, Helmr is the early-access option that publishes its commitments before you book anything: 0% of member payments, price per business plus a per-branch add-on published before launch, free assisted migration, and your own WhatsApp number. Other options are listed in [best gym software in India](/blog/best-gym-software-india/), and a direct comparison with another international product is at [Helmr vs Mindbody](/compare/helmr-vs-mindbody/).

## Questions to ask any vendor before you sign

1. What is the total monthly price, in rupees and with GST, for one branch and for three?
2. What do you take from each member payment, and into whose account does the money land first?
3. Do you invoice in rupees, and do you issue GST invoices for India?
4. Is migration free, who does it, and how long does it take?
5. Which WhatsApp number do my members hear from, and who pays Meta's per-message charges?
6. If I cancel, can I export members, payments, invoices and attendance, and for how long?
7. Which ESSL or ZKTeco devices do you support, and by what method?

## Sources

- Glofox FAQ: https://www.glofox.com/faq/ (checked 2 Nov 2026)
- Glofox pricing page: https://www.glofox.com/pricing/ (checked 2 Nov 2026)
- Helmr pricing page: https://helmr.in/pricing

## Where Helmr fits

Helmr, gym management software for India, is in early access. If you want the commitments above in writing, [message us on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/918099066799?text=Hi%2C%20I%20want%20early%20access%20to%20Helmr%20for%20my%20gym) and we will tell you where the build stands. For moving off your current tool, see the [switch gym software guide](/guides/switch-gym-software/).

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does Glofox cost?

Its FAQ, read on 2 Nov 2026, says plans start as low as $99USD/month per location. Final pricing depends on the plan and offers, and a rupee price is not published.

### Does Glofox publish India availability?

No. The pages read on 2 Nov 2026 do not mention India. The FAQ says availability varies by country and region.

### Does Helmr take a cut of member payments?

No. Helmr commits to 0% of member payments. Money goes to the gym's own payment account, never Helmr's.

### Is Helmr live?

Not yet. Helmr is in early access and being built. You can ask for early access on WhatsApp.

Source: https://helmr.in/compare/helmr-vs-glofox/