Compare · PushPress alternative · United Arab Emirates
Looking at PushPress gym software? Here is how Tuckly compares
PushPress is a well-regarded gym management platform built in the United States, popular with CrossFit and boutique gyms, with a free entry plan and paid tiers. Tuckly is the alternative for gyms in United Arab Emirates that want pricing in AED, members paying by Cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay, VAT-compliant invoices with your TRN, WhatsApp automation and biometric or door access in one subscription, with free migration from PushPress.
From AED 179/month · Cards · VAT invoices included
Quick answer
Tuckly vs PushPress at a glance
Both platforms cover the core of running a gym: members, recurring billing, class scheduling, a member app and reporting. The differences are in what each is built for. PushPress is optimised for the US market, with its own card processing and a free plan that works well for a new box. Tuckly is built for gyms in United Arab Emirates and six other markets, with local payment methods, local tax invoicing, WhatsApp and SMS messaging and the check-in hardware gyms here actually use.
What Tuckly includes
Local payments
Cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay via Stripe, Telr and PayTabs, recurring or by link, with retries and no Tuckly markup.
VAT invoices
A numbered invoice with your TRN on every payment, cash included.
WhatsApp automation
Reminders, receipts and win-backs on WhatsApp and SMS, where members actually reply.
Biometric & door access
Fingerprint, face, RFID and QR check-ins; 24/7 door control on Pro.
Classes & waitlists
Capacity-limited classes, waitlists, drop-ins and packs for boxes and studios.
Member app
Pay, book and check in from the app; white-label on Growth and Pro.
Tuckly vs PushPress: feature by feature
| Capability | PushPress | Tuckly |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free plan; paid bundles listed from roughly US$79 to US$559/month | AED 179, AED 359 or AED 729/month in AED; 2 months free on annual billing |
| Free option | Free plan with limited features | Free 14-day trial with every feature, no card |
| Payment methods in United Arab Emirates | Card payments via its in-house processing (US-focused) | Cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay via Stripe, Telr and PayTabs |
| VAT invoices with TRN | Receipts; local tax formats need workarounds | |
| WhatsApp Business API automation | SMS, email and push notifications | |
| Biometric (fingerprint/face) check-in | App and kiosk check-in; door access via partners | |
| 24/7 door and turnstile control | Via third-party integrations | Included on Pro |
| Class scheduling and waitlists | ||
| Branded member app | White-label on Growth and Pro | |
| Lead management CRM | In higher-tier bundles | Included from Growth |
| Multi-location dashboard | Up to 5 locations on Pro | |
| Data migration | Onboarding support | Free migration on Growth and Pro |
| Contract | Month to month | Month to month, cancel anytime |
| Built for | US CrossFit and boutique gyms | Gyms and studios in United Arab Emirates and 6 other markets |
Based on publicly available information as of November 2026. PushPress is a trademark of PushPress, Inc. Features and prices change; verify details on each vendor’s website.
How to switch from PushPress to Tuckly
Most gyms complete the move in a week while still collecting payments.
- 1
Export from PushPress
Download your members, plans and payment history as CSV from the PushPress admin.
- 2
Import to Tuckly
Upload the CSV. Our team maps PushPress plans to Tuckly plans and checks expiry dates and balances with you.
- 3
Connect Stripe
Members on recurring plans re-authorise once with a payment link sent on WhatsApp and SMS; new charges run through Stripe.
- 4
Pair hardware and the app
Connect your biometric device or door controller, brand the member app and invite members.
- 5
Run both for one cycle
Keep PushPress read-only for a billing cycle while Tuckly takes over collections, then close the old account.
Why gyms in United Arab Emirates look for a PushPress alternative
The reasons we hear most: members want to pay by Cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay rather than only cards; invoices need a proper VAT breakdown and the gym’s TRN; reminders on WhatsApp get paid while emails get ignored; the gym already owns a fingerprint or face device it wants to keep using; and owners want a subscription priced in AED with support in their own time zone. Tuckly was built around exactly those needs.
- Local payment methods and gateways
- VAT invoicing your accountant accepts
- WhatsApp Business API automation
- Biometric and door access without add-ons
- Pricing in AED
- Support in your time zone
Where PushPress is a great fit
To be fair to PushPress: if you run a CrossFit box or boutique gym in the United States, want in-house card processing, like its coaching and workout-tracking ecosystem and are happy on a free plan while you grow, it is a strong choice. Our comparison is written for gyms outside that profile, especially those in United Arab Emirates.
What moves when you migrate
Members and contact details, plan names and prices, start and expiry dates, outstanding balances, attendance history and notes all import. Stored card tokens cannot be transferred between processors for security reasons, so recurring members re-authorise once through a payment link; most gyms see this done within a week with an automated WhatsApp and SMS reminder sequence.
Loved by gym owners
What gym owners in United Arab Emirates say
“We used to spend the first week of every month chasing fees on WhatsApp. Now the reminders and payment links go out on their own and dues are collected before I even look at the dashboard.”
Owner, Marina Peak Fitness, Dubai
62% fewer overdue payments
“Biometric check-in blocks expired members automatically. No more awkward conversations at the desk, and renewals happen on the spot through the app.”
Manager, Abu Peak Fitness, Abu Dhabi
3 hrs saved per day at the front desk
“The VAT invoices alone were worth it. My accountant gets a clean export every month instead of a shoebox of receipts.”
Founder, Sharjah Strength Co., Sharjah
100% of payments invoiced automatically
PushPress alternative pricing in United Arab Emirates
Starter
For new and single-trainer gyms getting organised.
AED 1,788 billed yearly
- Up to 200 active members
- 1 location
- 2 staff logins
Growth
For growing gyms that want automation and classes.
AED 3,588 billed yearly
- Up to 1,000 active members
- 1 location (+1 add-on)
- 10 staff logins
Pro
For established gyms and chains with multiple locations.
AED 7,296 billed yearly
- Unlimited members
- Up to 5 locations
- Unlimited staff logins
Enterprise & franchises
More than 5 locations, custom integrations, SLAs and on-site training. Priced per location.
All prices in AED, exclusive of VAT. 14-day free trial on every plan. No setup fees, no transaction fees.
FAQ
PushPress alternative: common questions
Is Tuckly cheaper than PushPress?
Does Tuckly have a free plan like PushPress?
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Which markets is PushPress built for?
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