Planet Fitness
423 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019, USA
Right now: Moderate·Best window today: 5:00 AM - 7:00 AM
Confidence: Moderate · Gym local time (America/New_York)
Best Time To Visit Today
- 5:00 AM - 7:00 AMQuietTop Pick
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 AMModerateGreat Option
- 9:00 PM - 11:00 PMModerateGood Option
Today At A Glance
Best session type now: Mixed sessions with flexible equipment
Quiet times
- 5:00 AM - 7:00 AM
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 AM
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Busy times
- 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Plan Around Peak Times
- Aim for 5:00 AM - 7:00 AM when you need specific equipment.
- Sat is usually the easiest day for uninterrupted sessions.
- Keep a backup plan for Wed when wait times are higher.
Popular Times
Times shown in America/New_York.
Weekly Rhythm
Best Time Over Next 7 Days
Quick planner using gym local time (America/New_York).
| Day | Best 2-hour window | Expected status |
|---|---|---|
| Wed, Aug 19 | 5:00 AM - 7:00 AM | Quiet |
| Thu, Aug 20 | 5:00 AM - 7:00 AM | Quiet |
| Fri, Aug 21 | 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Very Quiet |
| Sat, Aug 22 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Very Quiet |
| Sun, Aug 23 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Very Quiet |
| Mon, Aug 24 | 5:00 AM - 7:00 AM | Quiet |
| Tue, Aug 25 | 5:00 AM - 7:00 AM | Quiet |
What people say about crowds
7 mentions across 4 reviewers, 16 in total — 6 busy, 1 quiet.
“The most dilapidated, run down, overcrowded, planet fitness i have been to.”
BusyReviewer · May 2026
“Also it can get very crowded, and the crowd meter on the app is not at all accurate.”
BusyReviewer · May 2026
“one of the most crowded I've ever seen”
BusyReviewer · May 2026
“It’s insane that a lot of people use their phones sitting on the machines and spend too much time while others wait to use them.”
BusyReviewer · Apr 2026
“Good spot for workout, but not in a rush time.”
QuietReviewer · May 2026
“Some people can’t share stations or equipment and that’s why you’re time in the gym twice longer.”
BusyReviewer · May 2026
“Maybe to make a cheaper membership for morning to spread athletes flow) or increase evening time”
BusyReviewer · May 2026
Pulled from public Google reviews; only sentences about crowds, busy hours, or wait times are surfaced.
What people say about size & equipment
21 mentions across 9 reviewers, 16 in total — 18 negative, 3 neutral.
“The equipment however is SEVERELY lacking.”
NegativeSelection · May 2026
“There’s no dedicated room for stretching pre and post workout; there’s a TINY room that members use for this but it’s crowded with equipment.”
NegativeSize · May 2026
“Not enough treadmills.”
NegativeSpecific item · treadmills · Jun 2026
“Needs additional pec fly machines.”
NegativeSpecific item · pec fly machine · Jun 2026
“Whole gym smells like stinky armpits and is to small, only one row of treadmills.”
NegativeSize · Apr 2026
“Can I PLEASE request this though: the benches near the free weights have no grip and SLIDE OFF the platform mid lift!!”
NegativeSpecific item · benches · May 2026
“After 8 months the front room is still completely empty after being cleared of machines and ownership has never replaced with the promised additional machines that this already overpacked location desperately needs.”
NegativeSize · Jun 2026
“After 8 months the front room is still completely empty after being cleared of machines and ownership has never replaced with the promised additional machines that this already overpacked location desperately needs.”
NegativeSelection · Jun 2026
“Lockers are broken, one water fountain, old equipment, virtually no gym mats for working out.”
NegativeSelection · May 2026
“Whole gym smells like stinky armpits and is to small, only one row of treadmills.”
NegativeSpecific item · treadmills · Apr 2026
“Lockers are broken, one water fountain, old equipment, virtually no gym mats for working out.”
NegativeSpecific item · gym mats · May 2026
“Bathroom doors don’t work, 5 bathrooms only 2 doors work.”
NegativeSpecific item · bathroom doors · Apr 2026
“It’s insane that a lot of people use their phones sitting on the machines and spend too much time while others wait to use them.”
NegativeWait · machines · Apr 2026
“The place is good, but when the machines don’t work they take a very long to fix it.”
NegativeSpecific item · machines · Apr 2026
“Can you get the benches pictured here?”
NeutralSpecific item · benches · May 2026
“Lockers are broken, one water fountain, old equipment, virtually no gym mats for working out.”
NegativeSpecific item · water fountain · May 2026
“A bit more of free waits and kettlebells I guess cut lines on the machines.”
NegativeWait · machines · May 2026
“Some people can’t share stations or equipment and that’s why you’re time in the gym twice longer.”
NegativeWait · stations · May 2026
“It’s super annoying trying to do a hip thrust and the whole bench falls off the platform unless it is stabilized by 45 lb plates.”
NegativeWait · bench · May 2026
“A bit more of free waits and kettlebells I guess cut lines on the machines.”
NeutralSelection · kettlebells · May 2026
“Bathroom doors don’t work, 5 bathrooms only 2 doors work.”
NeutralSize · Apr 2026
Pulled from public Google reviews; only sentences about equipment, selection, gym size, or waits for specific items are surfaced.
Nearby Comparison Right Now
A nearby gym is currently around 50 points quieter than this location.
| Gym | Current status | Difference vs this gym |
|---|---|---|
| Powerhouse Gym 158 W. 27th Street Manhattan | Very Quiet | 50 points quieter |
| Iron Oasis | Very Quiet | 50 points quieter |
| Solace New York | Moderate | 1 points quieter |
Data Freshness
Quick FAQ
When is Planet Fitness usually least busy?
Planet Fitness is often quieter around 5:00 AM - 7:00 AM today. Check the 7-day planner for tomorrow (Thursday) and the rest of the week.
How often do these predictions update?
Predictions are refreshed throughout the day. Latest prediction refresh: Aug 14, 8:33 PM (America/New_York).
How reliable are these scores right now?
Current confidence is around 67%. Coverage is healthy (67%), so timing guidance is more stable.
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