Coachsmith vs Kahunas
Kahunas is a UK-based all-in-one platform for physique and online coaches, with a strong reputation for check-ins and support. Here's where we differ, and when Kahunas might still be the right call for you.
Last reviewed Based on public listings and reviews as of Nov 2026
At a glance
Side by side.
The Kahunas column reflects public listings and reviews as of November 2026. The Coachsmith column describes what's included at our launch.
Pricing
Kahunas
Tiered plans listed at about $35, $69 and $99 a month
Coachsmith
Flat: $29 Starter (up to 15 clients), $79 Pro (unlimited clients), $199 Team. No per-client fees.
Branded app in the App Store and Google Play
Kahunas
Top tier only, according to reviews
Coachsmith
Included on Pro ($79)
AI in check-ins
Kahunas
AI summary of who needs you and why
Coachsmith
Summary plus a drafted reply in your voice, a proposed macro change and program tweaks. You approve with one tap.
Nutrition
Kahunas
Logging-first; reviewers note weaker meal planning
Coachsmith
Coach-built meal plans with swaps, macro-only and hybrid modes, refeeds, diet breaks and peak week
Programming
Kahunas
Some reviewers find date vs. drip scheduling rigid
Coachsmith
Date-based or drip, phases and blocks, per-client overrides that don't fork your template
Support
Kahunas
Strong support reputation
Coachsmith
In-app chat with a target median first response under 5 minutes in coach working hours
Credit where it's due
Where Kahunas is strong
- Check-ins and automations built for physique coaching
- An AI summary that tells you who needs you and why
- An instant client app
- A strong reputation for customer support
From public reviews
What some reviewers flag
- Programming can feel rigid for individualized plans, especially around date-based versus drip scheduling
- Nutrition is logging-first, with weaker meal planning
- Some reports of tech debt and check-ins failing
- The branded app is only on the top tier
Individual experiences vary. These are recurring themes in public reviews, not our testing.
Why coaches would switch
Where Coachsmith is different.
The AI does the work, not just the triage
Kahunas tells you who needs you. We go one step further and prepare the reply, the macro change and the program edit, so your job is to check and approve.
Meal plans, not just a food log
Swaps, hybrid macro modes, recipes, grocery lists, refeeds, diet breaks and peak week. Built for coaches who coach nutrition as hard as training.
Your store app on the mid tier
A fully branded iOS and Android app is part of Pro, not reserved for the top plan.
When to stay on Kahunas
- You're happy with how check-ins run today and the AI summary is enough for you.
- You rely on their support team and the switch isn't worth the disruption right now.
Moving from Kahunas? We'll do it in 48 hours.
Clients, programs, check-in forms and history, imported for you. Free months for time left on an annual contract (up to 6). If it takes more than 30 minutes of your time, your first 3 months are free.
Disclaimer
Information about Kahunas is based on public listings and reviews (including Capterra, GetApp, Software Advice, Trustpilot and third-party reviews) as of November 2026, last reviewed on 8 November 2026. Products and prices change; check Kahunas's own website for current features and pricing. Listed prices are approximate and in USD.
Kahunas is a trademark of its owner and is used here only to identify the product for comparison. Coachsmith is not affiliated with, sponsored or endorsed by Kahunas. Coachsmith features describe our launch plan and may change before general availability.
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