Arketa
Arketa streamlines studio management with smart automations and a clean interface, but is expensive for small businesses.
At a glance
3.9 out of 5
Scored by Alex after real useOur verdict
Built by industry experts, Arketa excels in scheduling and payments. It's pricey for smaller operations looking to simplify.
✓What it does well
✕Where it falls short
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Questions about Arketa
What is Arketa?
Arketa is studio management software built by industry experts, with smart automations and a clean interface. It handles scheduling of classes, events and appointments, takes payments including Apple Pay, and sends automated emails and messages. It runs on the web, iOS and Android.
How much does Arketa cost?
Arketa's Individual plan costs $49 per mo, billed annually with a 17% saving, plus a 3% transaction fee and Stripe fees, and it is limited to one team member. The Studio Core and Studio Growth plans are priced on contact. There is no free trial or free tier.
Is Arketa a good fit for small studios?
Arketa is pricey for smaller operations, the reviewer says, and Toolio lists solo fitness professionals and small studios under Not for. It is best for established fitness studios that need growth tools. The lowest plan costs $49/month, and custom branded mobile apps cost extra.
What does Arketa's Studio Growth plan add?
Studio Growth includes everything in Studio Core plus email and text campaigns, automated workflows, lead generation, an AI-powered email builder, task management and one-to-one texting. Studio Core itself covers unlimited team members, multiple rooms and locations, a client CRM, an unlimited on-demand library, and staff management with payroll reporting.
Can Arketa give a studio its own branded app?
Yes. Arketa gives a studio a branded website and app for a polished look, which the reviewer lists as a strength. Custom branded mobile apps start at an extra cost of $150 for iOS and Android, which the reviewer counts among its shortcomings.