Platform ComparisonUpdated December 2025

CoachingPortal vs TrueCoach

Built-in meal planning + recipe library included

TrueCoach charges $164/mo for 50 clients with no meal plan builder. We offer it all for $109/mo.

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Real Cost Comparison

Better pricing with meal planning and exercise programs included

CoachingPortal Starter
10 Clients
$59
per month
Meal plans + Recipe library + Exercise programs
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CoachingPortal Professional
50 Clients
$109
per month
vs TrueCoach Pro: $164/mo
CoachingPortal Scale
250 Clients
$179
per month
TrueCoach: Custom pricing required
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Complete Feature Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of all features and capabilities

Pricing

Starter (5-10 clients)
CoachingPortalBest Value
$59/mo (10 clients)
TrueCoach
$29/mo (5 clients)
50 Clients
CoachingPortalBest Value
$109/mo
TrueCoach
$164/mo
Annual Discount
CoachingPortalBest Value
(2 months free)
TrueCoach
Available
Setup Fees
CoachingPortalBest Value
None
TrueCoach
None

White Label & Branding

Custom Sub-Domain
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach
Custom Branding/Colors
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach
White-Label App Store Listing
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach

Nutrition & Meal Planning

Built-in Meal Plan Builder
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach
Macro Tracking
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach
Via MyFitnessPal
Food Database
CoachingPortalBest Value
1,000,000+ foods (USDA + FatSecret)
TrueCoach
Via MyFitnessPal
Recipe Library
CoachingPortalBest Value
17,000+ recipes
TrueCoach
Barcode Food Scanner
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach
Meal Plan Uploads (PDF)
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach
Habit Tracking
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach

Exercise Programming

Workout Builder
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach
Exercise Video Library
CoachingPortalBest Value
1,500+ videos
TrueCoach
3,000+ videos
Custom Exercise Upload
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach
Program Templates
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach

Client Management

Client Profiles
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach
Check-in System
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach
Progress Tracking
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach
Messaging
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach
Wearable Integrations
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach
Apple Health, Garmin, OURA, Fitbit

Mobile Experience

Progressive Web App (PWA)
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach
Offline Support
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach
iOS/Android Apps
CoachingPortalBest Value
TrueCoach

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

A detailed look at how each platform handles key coaching features

Pricing & Value

CoachingPortal

Winner

Better pricing with built-in meal planning included.

  • Professional: $109/mo for 50 clients
  • Built-in meal plan builder included
  • 17,000+ recipe library included
  • Barcode food scanner included
  • Custom branding and subdomain included
  • (2 months free) with annual billing

TrueCoach

Higher price with nutrition via third-party integration only.

  • Pro: $164/mo for 50 clients
  • No built-in meal plan builder
  • Nutrition tracking via MyFitnessPal only
  • Custom branding included
  • Wearable integrations included

Nutrition & Meal Planning

CoachingPortal

Winner

Complete meal planning and macro tracking built into the platform.

  • Drag-and-drop meal plan builder
  • USDA + FatSecret food database (1,000,000+ foods)
  • 17,000+ searchable recipe library
  • Barcode scanner for easy food logging
  • Daily macro and calorie tracking
  • Nutrition analytics and reports

TrueCoach

Nutrition tracking via MyFitnessPal integration.

  • MyFitnessPal integration for macro tracking
  • Can upload PDF meal plans to clients
  • Habit tracking for nutrition goals
  • No built-in meal plan builder
  • No recipe library
  • No barcode scanner

Mobile Experience

CoachingPortal

Tied

Modern Progressive Web App (PWA) with offline support.

  • Install to home screen (iOS/Android)
  • Works offline for logging and viewing plans
  • Fast, app-like performance
  • No app store downloads needed
  • Automatic updates

TrueCoach

Tied

Native iOS and Android apps with wearable integrations.

  • Native iOS and Android apps
  • Apple Health, Garmin, OURA, Fitbit integrations
  • Separate app downloads required
  • App store update cycle

Exercise Programming

CoachingPortal

Winner

Comprehensive exercise library with 1,500+ form videos and advanced programming tools.

  • 1,500+ professional exercise form videos
  • Advanced program builder with auto-periodization
  • Customizable workout templates
  • Exercise substitutions
  • Progress tracking and analytics
  • Upload custom exercise videos
  • Smart algorithms for program design and progression

TrueCoach

Extensive 3,000+ exercise video library built over 10+ years.

  • 3,000+ professional exercise videos
  • Advanced program builder
  • Customizable workout templates
  • Exercise form videos
  • Established video library

Making the Right Choice

Both platforms have their strengths. Here's an honest assessment to help you decide.

Best Value

Choose CoachingPortal if you:

  • Save $55/mo for 50 clients ($109 vs $164) with more nutrition features
  • Need built-in meal plan builder (not just PDF uploads)
  • Want 17,000+ searchable recipe library
  • Need barcode scanner for easy food logging
  • Want a modern PWA with offline support
  • Value complete client management (nutrition + exercise + check-ins)
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Personalized onboarding • No contracts

Choose TrueCoach if you:

  • Want the largest exercise video library (3,000+ professional videos)
  • Need wearable integrations (Apple Health, Garmin, OURA, Fitbit)
  • Prefer MyFitnessPal for client nutrition tracking
  • Already invested in their ecosystem

Frequently Asked Questions

Does CoachingPortal have as many exercise videos as TrueCoach?+

TrueCoach has an impressive 3,000+ video library built over 10 years. We have 1,500+ professional exercise videos and allow unlimited custom video uploads. Many coaches prefer uploading their own branded videos.

What if I don't need meal planning?+

That's fine! While meal planning is included, you don't have to use it. Many coaches use CoachingPortal solely for exercise programming and client management, still saving $55/mo vs TrueCoach Pro.

Does TrueCoach have any nutrition features?+

TrueCoach integrates with MyFitnessPal for macro tracking and allows coaches to upload PDF meal plans. However, it lacks a built-in meal plan builder, recipe library, and barcode scanner that CoachingPortal offers.

Do you have wearable integrations like TrueCoach?+

TrueCoach integrates with Apple Health, Garmin, OURA, and Fitbit. We don't currently offer wearable integrations as we focus on core coaching features, but we welcome feedback for our roadmap.

How do I get started?+

Contact us at support@coachingportal.io and we'll set up a personalized onboarding session to get you up and running quickly.

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