Comparison guide
Centrl vs Lunar for Indian studio owners
Comparing Lunar.fit and Centrl Studio? See how WhatsApp-first renewal workflows, flat INR pricing, and studio-owner-built operations differ.
Lunar is an India-native studio management platform used by yoga, dance, and fitness studios. It offers WhatsApp notifications, UPI integrations, and GST features — so both Centrl and Lunar serve the Indian market.
The real comparison is in the workflow: Centrl was built inside an operating studio, so the renewal flow, UPI link generation, and WhatsApp nudges are designed around the daily habits of Indian studio owners — not layered on top of a generic booking engine.
Feature comparison: Centrl vs Lunar
Side-by-side view for owners evaluating an Lunar alternative in India.
| Feature | Centrl | Lunar |
|---|---|---|
| Who built it | Built by a working studio owner (Riyasa Studio, Pune) | India-based product team |
| Pricing model | Flat INR plans from ₹1,999/month | Published plans — verify current pricing with Lunar |
| WhatsApp renewal workflow | Renewal prompt → UPI link → auto receipt in one flow | WhatsApp notifications available; end-to-end flow depth varies |
| UPI payment links | Auto-generated per renewal with amount pre-filled | UPI integrations available; verify exact implementation |
| GST invoices | Built-in CGST/SGST/IGST on all receipts | GST billing available; check configuration options |
| Class & membership first | Core design around memberships, batches, renewals | Class and membership management available |
| Instructor logins | Separate admin and instructor roles | Role-based access; verify current tier |
| Attendance tracking | Per-class attendance with full member history | Attendance tracking available |
| Target studio type | India-first yoga, dance & boutique fitness studios | Yoga, dance & fitness studios in India |
| Onboarding & support | Self-serve 14-day trial with India-based support | Onboarding support available; verify current SLA |
Pricing in India (INR context)
Competitor pricing below is based on published or typical plans as of research date. Actual pricing may vary by plan tier, number of members, add-ons, and onboarding fees — verify directly with the vendor before committing. Centrl plans are published in INR on centrlstudio.com.
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Centrl
Published INR plans on centrlstudio.com
Starter
14-day free trial · up to 50 students
₹1,999 per month
Pro
Scheduling, payments, WhatsApp reminders
₹3,999 per month
Scale
Multi-branch teams & advanced reporting
₹7,999 per month
Lunar (reference)
Approximate list pricing — verify with vendor before signing
Current plans
Verify tiers and per-member or per-location pricing at lunar.fit
Contact Lunar for pricing
When Centrl is the better fit
- You want WhatsApp renewals where the message, UPI link, and auto-receipt are one end-to-end flow — not separate integrations.
- Flat predictable INR pricing from ₹1,999/month matters more than transaction-based or metered models.
- You value software built by a studio owner who still runs a live studio.
- Class and membership management is your core operation, not facility booking.
- GST-compliant invoices are required without extra configuration.
When Lunar may still fit
- Lunar's specific feature set (scheduling UX, booking page, or app experience) matches your studio's workflow after trialling both.
- Lunar's roadmap includes a feature critical to your operations that Centrl doesn't currently cover.
- You already run Lunar and switching cost outweighs the workflow difference.
Common questions
Is Centrl a good Lunar alternative?
For Indian yoga, dance, and fitness studios, Centrl is a strong Lunar alternative when the WhatsApp-first renewal workflow — renewal prompt, UPI link, and auto receipt in one flow — and flat INR pricing from ₹1,999/month are the priority. Both tools serve the Indian market; the difference is in workflow depth and who built it.
How does Centrl pricing compare to Lunar?
Centrl publishes flat INR plans: Studio Starter ₹1,999/month, Studio Pro ₹3,999/month, Studio Scale ₹7,999/month, with a 14-day free trial. Lunar's current pricing should be verified directly at lunar.fit, as plans and tiers may change.
Can I switch from Lunar to Centrl?
Yes. Many studios switch when they want a tighter WhatsApp renewal workflow or more predictable INR pricing. Book a demo and we can walk through member data import and a sensible cutover plan for your studio.
What makes Centrl different from Lunar for yoga studios?
Centrl is built by an operator who still runs a live studio (Riyasa Studio, Pune). The renewal flow — WhatsApp message, UPI link with pre-filled amount, automatic receipt — was designed from real daily studio operations rather than added as a feature later.
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