Every Planet Fitness is different, and so I choose to evaluate them individually. My expectations weren't high when I visited this place, but even then, I was disappointed. It's inexpensive, but that's pretty much the only thing going for it. I think that even beginners would be better served elsewhere.
The weights selection was abysmal, with barbells only going up to 60lbs. An adult male, even a beginner, should be able to progress beyond that after a few weeks. Heck, I know many women who would find such weights insulting. It may seem like a lot if you're just starting out and only doing barbell curls, but for presses, squats, and many of the more functional exercises, it's ridiculous.
When I asked my guide about this, he explained that they don't cater to bodybuilders. Supposedly, this also explained the lack of a squat rack or bench press station. I had to point out that such exercises are by no means the exclusive domain of massive bodybuilders -- that even high school students work out this way. These exercises are, in fact, some of the best ones that beginners can use to get in shape.
Much of their signage was also pretty insulting to the aforementioned bodybuilders. So much for being a "no judgement zone." If a company were to say the same things about overweight people, the uproar would be deafening.
The bottom line: This may be cheap, but you get what you pay for. If you want results, I recommend going elsewhere. If money is tight, check out Anytime Fitness, Snap Fitness, or other budget gyms instead.