Nextro vs Square Appointments for Personal Trainers
Square Appointments handles basic scheduling but doesn't have session credit packs or a PT-specific booking model. Nextro is built for personal training from the ground up — with the exact features your business needs.
Nextro is personal trainer booking software built for the UK — clients book and pay upfront, so you never have to chase.
Why coaches switch from Square Appointments to Nextro
Square Appointments is tied to the Square ecosystem. If you want to use Stripe — the preferred choice for fast UK payouts — Nextro integrates it natively.
Session credit packs are the standard pricing model for personal trainers. Square Appointments doesn't support them natively; Nextro has them built in.
Nextro booking confirmations automatically include gym address and arrival instructions, or your online meeting link — customised per session type.
Set your schedule once. Nextro keeps your booking page full — automatically. Built for solo coaches who don't have time for weekly admin.
Nextro vs Square Appointments: feature comparison
| Feature | Nextro | Square Appointments |
|---|---|---|
| Online booking page | ||
| Session credit packs | ||
| Stripe Connect payouts | ||
| PT-specific booking flow | ||
| Gym arrival notes | ||
| Free to start | ||
| UK-first design | ||
| Automated booking emails |
Common questions
Can I use Stripe instead of Square with Nextro?
Yes — Nextro uses Stripe Connect for all payments. Stripe offers fast UK bank payouts and is the most popular payment processor for UK businesses.
Does Square Appointments support session credit packs?
Not natively. Nextro's credit pack system is built in — clients buy a session bundle and credits track automatically.
How does Nextro handle UK payments?
Nextro uses Stripe with full GBP support. Payments go directly to your UK bank account with standard Stripe payout timing.
What session types does Nextro support?
Nextro supports in-person (with gym address and arrival notes) and online (with automatic session link delivery) session types.
How much does Nextro cost?
Nextro is £29/month — flat-rate, no Nextro commission on bookings, cancel anytime.
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PT-first booking software — try Nextro
Nextro is personal trainer booking software for UK coaches. £29/month, keep 100% of what you charge, and your booking page runs itself.
No long-term contract. Cancel anytime.