Pillar vs Kahunas
Coach the whole client.
Not just the check-in.
Kahunas gives you workouts, basic nutrition, and check-in forms. Pillar gives you the full picture — eight coaching dimensions, a client dashboard with real trends, and scheduling that actually works.
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Feature-by-feature comparison
See exactly what you get with each platform — no fine print.
| Feature | Pillar | Kahunas |
|---|---|---|
| Holistic pillar tracking (8 dimensions) | ||
| Workout programming | ||
| Nutrition tracking (built-in) | Basic | |
| Habit tracking | Basic | |
| Sleep tracking | ||
| Recovery & readiness | ||
| Hydration tracking | ||
| Steps / daily activity | ||
| Mood check-ins | ||
| In-app messaging | ||
| Smart scheduling (client self-booking) | ||
| Stripe payments (Growth+) | Growth plan | |
| AI pre-session briefings | Growth plan | |
| Client dashboard with trends | ||
| Content / exercise library | ||
| Group sessions | ||
| Drop-in classes | ||
| Branded client app (Pro plan) | Pro plan | |
| Unlimited clients on every plan | Business plan only | |
| iOS + Android + Web |
More coaching tools, simpler pricing
Kahunas' mid-tier looks comparable — until you realize what's missing. Pillar includes scheduling, a real dashboard, and holistic tracking on every plan.
Why coaches switch from Kahunas
Kahunas covers the basics. Pillar gives you the depth to coach the whole client — here's what that looks like day to day.
Holistic coaching, not just workouts and check-ins
Kahunas gives you workout plans, a basic nutrition log, and a check-in form. Pillar tracks eight coaching dimensions — fitness, nutrition, sleep, recovery, hydration, steps, mood, and habits — so you see the full picture of what's driving (or stalling) client outcomes.
Scheduling that actually works
Kahunas doesn't include client self-booking or session scheduling. Pillar has a built-in calendar with 1:1 and group sessions, client self-booking, recurring templates, and live calendar feeds to Apple, Google, and Outlook — no Zapier workarounds needed.
A dashboard that tells you who needs attention
Kahunas has no coach-facing dashboard. Pillar gives you a single view of every client's pillar scores, trends, check-in history, and weight data — so you know who's off track before they tell you.
Unlimited clients without the Business plan price tag
Kahunas caps clients at 25 on their starter plan and 100 on Pro. You need the $99/mo Business plan for unlimited. Pillar gives you unlimited clients on every plan starting at $29/mo.
AI that prepares you for every session
Pillar's AI pre-session briefings read your client's last two weeks of check-ins and surface what's working, what's drifted, and what to ask — so you walk into every session prepared, not catching up.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions coaches ask when comparing Pillar and Kahunas.
Pillar is a strong alternative to Kahunas for coaches who need more than workouts and check-ins. Kahunas covers the basics but lacks scheduling, a coach dashboard, and deep nutrition tracking. Pillar tracks eight coaching dimensions with built-in scheduling, a client dashboard, and unlimited clients starting at $29/mo.
Kahunas starts at $35/mo for 25 clients, $59/mo for 100 clients (Pro), and $99/mo for unlimited clients (Business). However, Kahunas doesn't include scheduling, and nutrition tracking is limited. Pillar offers unlimited clients on every plan starting at $29/mo with scheduling and nutrition included.
No. Kahunas does not include client self-booking, session scheduling, or calendar management. Coaches need a separate scheduling tool. Pillar has built-in scheduling with 1:1 and group sessions, client self-booking, recurring templates, and live calendar feeds.
Kahunas is a decent starter tool for personal trainers who need basic workout programming, check-in forms, and a branded app. However, it lacks scheduling, has limited nutrition features, and no coach-facing dashboard — features that become essential as your client roster grows.
Yes, Kahunas includes a branded client app on its paid plans, which is a strong point. However, it lacks key coaching features like scheduling, a client dashboard with trends, sleep and recovery tracking, and AI session prep that platforms like Pillar include.
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