PureGym vs JD Gyms: which is better? Comparison 2026

By our public methodology PureGym scores 94 out of 100 and JD Gyms scores 63. Below: the factors and facts where they differ, each fact with its source.

Gym and fitness club chains in the UK 2026: a ranking built on verified facts How we rank

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PureGym

94/100
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JD Gyms

63/100

Score breakdown

PureGymJD Gyms
Contract and leaving100100
Clubs and what is included8553
Reliability9460
Price openness1000

Pros and cons

PureGym

  • You can join with no commitment beyond one month
  • Names the operating company and registration number
  • Large network of clubs
  • Short notice to cancel

JD Gyms

  • You can join with no commitment beyond one month
  • Names the operating company and registration number
  • Short notice to cancel
  • You can freeze a membership

Facts side by side

FactPureGymJD Gyms
No long contractYes puregym.comYes jdgyms.co.uk
Notice to cancel0 days puregym.com0 days jdgyms.co.uk
Membership freezeYes puregym.comYes jdgyms.co.uk
Monthly price on the websiteYes puregym.comNot verified
Price with no long commitment£24.99 (Core, typical) puregym.comNot verified
Day passYes puregym.comNot verified
Clubs in the country (as stated)450 puregym.com100 jdgyms.co.uk
Group classes includedYes puregym.comYes jdgyms.co.uk
Open 24 hoursYes puregym.comNot verified
Operator named on the websiteYes puregym.comYes jdgyms.co.uk
Registration number06690189 puregym.com08770057 jdgyms.co.uk
In business since2009 puregym.comNot verified
App Store rating4.7★ itunes.apple.comNot verified
App Store ratings230,992 itunes.apple.comNot verified

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