SATS Alternatives 2026: 5 Cheaper Oslo Gyms Compared
Considering switching from SATS? Here are the five real alternatives in Oslo with verified prices, and who each one is for. Verified 30 July 2026.
SHORT ANSWER
SATS is 839 NOK/month for Basic in Oslo, 849 for Flexible and 999 for Premium, on a 12-month contract after the free period. Every alternative below undercuts that. The cheapest is Friskis&Svettis from 249 NOK/month with group classes, then Fitness24Seven and Fresh Fitness Basic at 349 NOK, and Evo at 409 NOK on a contract or 459 NOK rolling. Only Fitness24Seven is genuinely open around the clock. What you give up by switching is the sauna: SATS is the only major chain with one, at Colosseum, Bislett, Storo and Solli Plass. A pool is not an argument for any of them, because no SATS club in Norway has one.
The 5 alternatives compared (July 2026)
| Chain | Price | Sauna | Classes | 24/7 | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitness24Seven | From 349 NOK/mo | No | No | Yes (true 24/7) | Cheapest + 24/7 |
| Treningshuset | From 349 NOK/mo | No | Yes | No | Functional + classes |
| Fresh Fitness | Basic 349, Flex 399, Smart 549 NOK/mo | No | Yes (classes) | No | Classes on a budget |
| Evo Fitness | 409 NOK on a contract, 459 NOK rolling | No | No | No, 05:00-24:00 | Strength, full equipment |
| Friskis&Svettis | From 249 NOK/mo | No | Yes | No | Cheapest with classes |
Prices were read from each chain's own site on 30 July 2026. SATS is 839 NOK/month for Basic in Oslo, 849 for Flexible and 999 for Premium, on a 12-month contract, and the price is set per club. SATS is the only chain with a sauna, and none of the chains has a pool. Click a chain for full pricing.
Choose by what matters most
- Lowest price and 24/7: Fitness24Seven (349 NOK).
- Cheap group classes: Friskis&Svettis (from 249 NOK) or Treningshuset (from 349 NOK).
- Pure strength training: Evo, 409 NOK on a 12-month contract or 459 NOK rolling, full equipment without wellness add-ons.
- Sauna: No direct alternative. Only SATS has a sauna among the major chains, at Colosseum, Bislett, Storo and Solli Plass.
- Pool: None of the chains has a pool, SATS included. An Oslo kommune pool costs 175 NOK per visit.
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FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to SATS?
Fitness24Seven at 349 NOK/month with no contract is the cheapest full alternative with genuine round-the-clock access. Friskis&Svettis can be cheaper on some memberships, from 249 NOK, and includes group classes. Neither has a sauna. Among the major chains only SATS has one, and that costs 839 NOK/month for Basic in Oslo. None of the chains has a pool, SATS included.
Is there an alternative to SATS with a sauna?
No, not among the major budget or mid-tier chains. SATS is the only large chain in Oslo with a sauna, and it is at four clubs: Colosseum, Bislett, Storo and Solli Plass. SATS Nydalen has no sauna. To get a sauna more cheaply, dedicated sauna venues like SALT or KOK are an option alongside a cheaper gym.
Is Evo better than SATS?
It depends on what you need. Evo costs 409 NOK/month on a 12-month contract or 459 NOK rolling, so 380 to 430 NOK a month less than SATS Basic in Oslo at 839 NOK, and it is good for pure strength training. SATS wins on group classes, a sauna at four Oslo clubs and a network of 78 clubs in Norway. Evo is open 05:00-24:00, not around the clock. Neither has a pool.
Which SATS alternative has group classes?
Treningshuset, Fresh Fitness (the group-class package) and Friskis&Svettis all offer group classes at a lower price than SATS. Evo and Fitness24Seven are equipment-only gyms with no classes. For classes on a budget, Friskis&Svettis (from 249 NOK) and Treningshuset (from 349 NOK) are the best choices.
Can I cancel SATS and switch without a contract?
Not straightforwardly. SATS states a 12-month contract after the free period, so a SATS membership is a commitment for a full year. This corrects what Solix previously published about SATS having no lock-in. Several of the alternatives are freer: Fitness24Seven is sold with no contract at 349 NOK/month, and Evo has no binding on its 459 NOK/month price, while the lower 409 NOK price requires 12 months. Check your own SATS terms before assuming you can switch from one month to the next.
See also: SATS Prices 2026 · SATS vs Evo · SATS vs Fitness24Seven · SATS vs Fresh Fitness
Sources
Official SATS Norway membership prices, locations, sauna/pool availability, and contract terms.
Official Evo Fitness Norway prices, opening hours, and location list.
Official Fitness24Seven Norway membership price and 24/7 access terms.
Official Fresh Fitness Norway membership tiers and facilities.
Official Friskis&Svettis prices, including the annual membership fee.