Budget Gyms
Popular Budget Gyms in Oslo 2026
Find Oslo's cheapest gyms with strong value for money. Budget gyms in Oslo start at 249 NOK/month (3T with binding) - up to 550 NOK/month cheaper than SATS. This guide compares 4 popular budget gyms in Oslo: 3T, One More Rep, Evo Fitness and Fresh Fitness. No hidden costs, honest reviews, and exact price comparison.
249 kr
From/month
4
Budget Gyms
26+
Locations
2400 kr
Save/year
Popular Budget Gyms in Oslo (Detailed Comparison)
Evo Fitness
8+ in Oslo (Sentrum, Bislett, Storo, Alexander Kiellands plass, etc)
399–449 kr
NOK/month
Binding
Optional (12-mo binding = 399 NOK, no commitment = 449 NOK)
Equipment
Basic free weights, machines, cardio. No group classes, no sauna.
Crowding
Crowded 16:00-19:00 weekdays, quiet 10:00-15:00 & weekends
Startup Fee
Startup fee 199 NOK (one-time)
Best For
No binding, multiple locations, low monthly rate
Pros
- 399 NOK/month (12-mo binding) or 449 NOK/month without commitment
- 8+ locations in Oslo - train near work/home
- Extended hours (05:00-24:00 at most locations)
- App with beginner workout videos included
Cons
- Crowded rush hour 16:00-19:00 (wait for equipment)
- No group classes and no sauna at any Oslo location
- Variable quality between locations
3T
8 in Oslo (Majorstuen, Torshov, Grünerløkka, Lambertseter, etc)
249-349 kr
NOK/month
Binding
12 months (249 NOK) or 3 months (349 NOK)
Equipment
Good selection free weights, functional training, group classes included (yoga, spinning)
Crowding
Moderately busy, better than Evo. Quietest times: 10:00-16:00.
Startup Fee
Startup fee 199 NOK, access card 50 NOK (one-time)
Best For
Strong value for money, group class fans, more binding options
Pros
- STRONG VALUE: only 50 NOK more than Evo, MUCH better equipment
- Group classes included (yoga, spinning, HIIT) - worth 500+ NOK/month elsewhere
- Less crowded than Evo
- 3 month binding option (good for students)
Cons
- Fewer locations than Evo (8 vs 13)
- No pool/sauna (must go to Evo Colosseum)
Fresh Fitness
5 in Oslo (Grünerløkka, Majorstuen, City, Bjørvika, Nydalen)
Base kr
399-499 / Plus 399-499 NOK/month
Binding
None (month-to-month)
Equipment
Powerlifting focus: competition bars, platforms, good free weight selection
Crowding
Busy evenings, but more space than Evo (larger floor area)
Startup Fee
Startup fee 299 NOK
Best For
Strength athletes (Base); those wanting group classes (Plus) - no sauna
Pros
- Base plan (399-499 NOK) - weights/cardio, no binding
- Plus plan (399-499 NOK) - adds group classes (no sauna at any location)
- IDEAL for strength training: competition bars, platforms, chalk allowed
- Central locations (Grünerløkka, Majorstuen)
Cons
- More expensive than 3T and Evo
- Group classes on Plus plan only - Fresh Fitness has NO sauna
- No pool
One More Rep
1 (Grünerløkka)
299 kr
NOK/month
Binding
No binding
Equipment
Powerlifting/bodybuilding: competition bars, Hammer Strength machines, good cable selection
Crowding
Moderate - smaller gym (300 sqm)
Startup Fee
None - 299 NOK all-in
Best For
Bodybuilders, Grünerløkka residents, those avoiding big chain gyms
Pros
- NO BINDING - stop anytime
- Bodybuilding focus: Hammer Strength, cables, good mirror setup
- Less crowded (only 1 location)
- Serious training atmosphere
Cons
- Only 1 location (not flexible if you live/work elsewhere)
- Smaller floor space than Fresh/Evo
Price Comparison (Including Hidden Costs)
Here's the EXACT total cost for each budget gym in Oslo - including startup fees, binding, and all hidden costs.
Under 350 NOK/month
3T
249 NOK/month (12 month binding)
2988 NOK/year + 249 NOK startup = 3237 NOK
One More Rep
299 NOK/month (no binding)
3588 NOK/year (stop anytime)
3T
349 NOK/month (3 month binding)
4188 NOK/year + 249 NOK startup = 4437 NOK
Evo Fitness (399–449 NOK/month)
Evo Fitness (12 mnd)
399 NOK/month (12-month binding)
4,788 NOK/year (free enrollment)
Evo Fitness (ingen binding)
449 NOK/month (no commitment)
5,388 NOK/year + 299 NOK enrollment = 5,687 NOK
Fresh Fitness (from 399 NOK/month, no binding)
Fresh Fitness Basic
399-499 NOK/month (no binding)
4788-5988 NOK/year + 299 NOK startup
Fresh Fitness Smart
399-499 NOK/month (no binding)
5988-7788 NOK/year + 299 NOK startup
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest gym in Oslo?
Of the gyms on this page, 3T is cheapest (249 NOK/month with 12 month binding, year 1 total: 3237 NOK). Evo Fitness is 399 NOK/month with 12-month binding (year 1 total: 4,788 NOK, free enrollment) or 449 NOK/month without commitment. Fitness24Seven is 349 NOK/month with no binding - cheaper than Evo without commitment. Fresh Fitness Basic: 399-499 NOK/month, no binding. NOTE: Evo has no group classes and no sauna at any Oslo location.
Which budget gym has strong value for money?
3T offers STRONG VALUE: 249 NOK/month (12 month binding) includes group classes (yoga, spinning, HIIT) worth 500+ NOK/month elsewhere. Year 1 total: 3237 NOK. For powerlifters, Fresh Fitness Basic (399-499 NOK/month, no binding) is ideal - competition bars, platforms, chalk allowed. One More Rep (299 NOK/month, no binding) is best for bodybuilders in Grünerløkka who want to avoid chain gyms.
What are hidden costs at budget gyms in Oslo?
HIDDEN COSTS: (1) Startup fee 199-299 NOK (all budget gyms). (2) Access card 50 NOK (3T). (3) Binding penalty: if you quit early with 12 month binding, pay remaining months (Evo/3T/Fresh). (4) Group classes not included (Evo/Fresh: 100-150 NOK/class extra). (5) Towels/lockers not included (20-50 NOK/month extra or bring own). (6) Personal training VERY expensive (800-1200 NOK/hour vs 500-700 NOK/hour premium gyms). Total hidden costs year 1: 199-600 NOK one-time + 0-600 NOK/month depending on usage.
Are budget gyms worth it or should I choose premium?
Depends on needs. CHOOSE BUDGET GYM (Evo/3T/Fresh) if: (1) You train solo (not group classes), (2) You want strength/cardio (not spa/sauna/pool), (3) You live/work near budget gym location, (4) You're OK with rush hour crowds. CHOOSE PREMIUM (SATS Premium) if: (1) You want daily group classes (included in premium), (2) You want sauna/pool/spa after workout, (3) You want quiet workout sessions (premium less crowded). Price difference: Fitness24Seven 349 NOK/month, Evo 399–449 NOK/month vs SATS premium 600-999 NOK/month = 150-650 NOK/month difference.
When is the ideal time to train at budget gyms to avoid crowds?
QUIETEST TIMES (least crowded): (1) Morning 06:00-09:00 (before work), (2) Midday 10:00-15:00 (students/shift workers), (3) Evening 20:00-22:00 (after rush hour), (4) Weekends 08:00-12:00 (Sunday quietest). BUSIEST TIMES (VERY busy): (1) Monday-Thursday 16:00-19:00 (peak rush hour - wait 5-10 min for equipment), (2) January-February (new year resolutions), (3) Friday 15:00-17:00 (people train before weekend). Pro tip: if you MUST train rush hour, go to larger location (Evo Colosseum > Evo Bislett) or choose less popular exercises (dumbbells vs squat rack).
Can I freeze my membership at budget gyms?
Yes, but with limitations. Evo Fitness: freeze 1-3 months (50 NOK/month freeze fee), max 2x/year, only with documentation (illness/injury/travel). 3T: freeze 1-6 months (no fee), max 1x/year. Fresh Fitness: freeze 1-2 months (100 NOK/month), only with doctor's note. One More Rep: no freezing (but no binding - just stop membership). BEST FOR FREEZING: 3T (free, no documentation). NOTE: freezing extends binding period (if you have 12 month binding and freeze 2 months, you pay total 14 months).
Which budget gyms have sauna or pool in Oslo?
None of the budget gyms on this page have sauna. Fresh Fitness has NO sauna - not in Plus or any other plan. Evo Fitness has no sauna. For sauna you need SATS (from 599 NOK/month) or standalone saunas: KOK Oslo (from ~270 NOK/session, varies) or municipal saunas (100-250 NOK/visit).
How to choose between Evo, 3T, Fresh and One More Rep?
CHOOSE 3T (249 NOK/month, 12 month binding) if: you want group classes included (yoga, spinning), strong value, OK with binding. CHOOSE ONE MORE REP (299 NOK/month, no binding) if: bodybuilder, live in Grünerløkka, want no binding. CHOOSE EVO (399 NOK/month binding, 449 without) if: many locations matter, self-directed training, 05:00-24:00. CHOOSE FITNESS24SEVEN (349 NOK/month, no binding) if: cheapest option without commitment, true 24/7. CHOOSE FRESH BASE (399-499 NOK/month) if: powerlifter/strength athlete, want competition bars & platforms, chalk. CHOOSE FRESH PLUS (399-499 NOK/month) if: want group classes at lower cost than SATS (note: no sauna - for sauna choose SATS).