SATS vs Evo Fitness 2026 – 699 NOK vs 449 NOK: Who Wins?
SATS Standard (699 NOK/month, sauna included) vs Evo Fitness (449 NOK/month, no sauna). Price difference: 250 NOK/month or 3,000 NOK per year. Clear verdict: who should choose which — verified May 2026.
VERDICT
Choose Evo if you want to save 3,000 NOK per year and don't need sauna or pool — 449 NOK/month is Norway's best price point for a full-service gym. Choose SATS if sauna is important (only SATS offers this among major chains), you need a swimming pool, travel between Norwegian cities, or want the widest Nordic network (All-Access 799 NOK/month). Evo raised its price 33% in 2026 — that changed the calculation. SATS Basic (499 NOK) is now only 50 NOK/month more expensive than Evo.
Side-by-side comparison May 2026
| SATS | Evo Fitness | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price (no contract) | 499 NOK (Basic) / 699 NOK (Standard) | 449 NOK/month |
| With contract (12 months) | Not available — no contract standard | 399 NOK/month |
| Sauna | Yes — 5 Oslo locations (Standard+) | No — no Evo location in Norway |
| Swimming pool | Yes — Colosseum and Nydalen (Standard+) | No |
| Group classes | Yes — included in all plans | Limited — some locations offer add-on |
| Student price | Approx. 529 NOK/month (Standard) | Approx. 349 NOK/month |
| Network access | All Norwegian locations (Standard). Nordics (All-Access 799 NOK) | All Evo locations in Norway and Sweden |
| 24/7 access | No — closes around 22–23 | Yes — full 24/7 keycard |
Prices verified May 2026 against sats.no and evofitness.no. SATS prices for Oslo; may vary slightly in other cities.
When Evo is the clear choice
Evo wins on price: 250 NOK/month cheaper than SATS Standard — 3,000 NOK in savings per year. Even after the 33% price increase in 2026, Evo is Norway's best price point for a full-service gym without wellness add-ons. If you primarily do strength training, don't need sauna, and live near an Evo location, Evo is the right choice. Evo also offers 24/7 keycard access at most locations.
When SATS is the clear choice
SATS wins on amenities and network: sauna included in Standard (699 NOK/month) is only available at SATS among major Norwegian chains. Pool (Colosseum, Nydalen), over 1,000 group classes per week, and access to all Norwegian SATS locations are included. If you commute between Oslo and Bergen or other Norwegian cities, SATS is the only sensible choice — an Evo membership locks you to Evo locations. All-Access (799 NOK) gives Nordic coverage.
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FAQ
Is Evo cheaper than SATS?
Yes — Evo costs 449 NOK/month (no contract) while SATS Standard costs 699 NOK/month. That's 250 NOK/month cheaper, or 3,000 NOK per year. But compared to SATS Basic (499 NOK/month), the difference is only 50 NOK/month. Evo raised its price from ~329 NOK to 449 NOK in 2026, which halved the price gap to SATS Standard.
Does Evo have a sauna?
No — Evo Fitness has no sauna at any Norwegian location. This is the most important factual difference between SATS and Evo. SATS Standard (699 NOK/month) includes sauna at five Oslo locations: Colosseum, Bislett, Nydalen, Storo, and Torggata. Evo focuses on price and basic equipment rather than wellness facilities.
Who should choose Evo over SATS?
Evo is the right choice if you: want to save 250 NOK/month and don't need sauna, are a student or under 30 with a limited budget, primarily do strength training and don't depend on group classes, live near an Evo location and don't travel between cities. Evo suits independent trainers who know what they're doing.
Who should choose SATS over Evo?
SATS is the right choice if you: want sauna included — this is ONLY available at SATS among major chains, depend on group classes (spinning, yoga, HIIT, pilates), want a swimming pool (Colosseum, Nydalen), travel between Norwegian or Nordic cities (All-Access 799 NOK/month), or prefer a staffed centre with long opening hours.
What happened to Evo's price in 2026?
Evo Fitness raised its price from approximately 329–349 NOK/month to 449 NOK/month (no contract) in 2026 — an increase of around 33%. This significantly changed the price calculation: SATS Basic (499 NOK) is now only 50 NOK/month more expensive than Evo. Evo's no-contract price is therefore nearly at the same level as SATS Basic, which includes group classes.
Can I use my Evo membership in other cities?
Yes — an Evo membership gives access to all Evo locations in Norway and Sweden. Evo has fewer locations than SATS, especially outside Oslo. SATS Standard (699 NOK) gives access to all Norwegian SATS locations, and SATS All-Access (799 NOK) gives Nordic access in Sweden, Denmark, and Finland. For frequent travellers, SATS generally has better coverage.