# 5K Run - Train to 5K — Don't overpay for a 5K program

> Free 10-week 5K training program with GPS tracking and voice coaching. (iPhone/iPad app by Pace Apps Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5k-run-train-to-5k/id1516561597 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pace Apps Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1112362272)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 1,405 App Store ratings · 32 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 39 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-12-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5k-run-train-to-5k/id1516561597/reviews.md

## What is 5K Run?

With 5K Run, you can get off the couch and get running for FREE.

Here are some great features that 5K Run offers:
• Access to a 10-week running program for FREE.
• All runs are tracked with GPS and stored for future reference.
• Voice instructions and audible reminders for running and walking.

and more!

## Key features

- Free 10-week running program
- GPS run tracking
- Voice instructions
- Audible reminders
- Run history storage

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $6.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of 5K Run?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Great app
- 👍 Helpful for beginners
- 👍 Useful training plan
- 👍 Integrates with music
- 👍 Free to use

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inaccurate distance tracking
- 🐛 Ads disrupt workout
- 🐛 Doesn't work in background
- 🐛 Defaults to wrong day
- 🐛 Can't lock screen during workout

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Countdown stops when phone is locked
- GPS not working properly
- Voiceover stops working
- Progress not saved after ads

**Most requested features**

- 10K training option
- Apple Watch compatibility
- Ability to input manual distance
- Halfway point notification

## Recent user reviews (10 of 32)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5k-run-train-to-5k/id1516561597/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Great app to guide your running!

*2026-08-04*

This is a great free app to guide your running! I wish the app would show information on iPhone's screen (e.g. how much time remains in the current segment, total amount of time remaining) even when the phone is locked. Otherwise, users have to unlock the phone in order to see the information. The C25K app does that, which is convenient.

Nevertheless, this a great app! Highly recommended!

### 5/5 — This one actually works

*2026-07-18*

For the first time in my life(I’m nearing 50), I have been able to run 2 kms at a stretch. This app made it possible. Heartily recommend.

**Developer response:** Thank you!

### 5/5 — Beginner

*2026-04-06*

Great basic app thanks

**Developer response:** Thank you!

### 2/5 — Sarah

*2026-01-02, version 1.66*

No music

### 5/5 — Really great app

*2025-09-29*

I really love your app! I just wanted to bring to your attention that the time is not adding up with the running on week 2/ Day 1. I start my watch and the app at the same time, and the first three days they matched, but when doing week 2/ day 1 training my watch said I ran for 25 minutes while the app only said I only ran for 23.5, I don’t know if maybe an Ad hit in the middle of the last effort of running but something was off, and I will say the last effort of 1.5 minutes of running felt REALLY long and the track I was running on I had figured up that I could run the whole track all the way till when I started running.

Other than that I have loved the app and I plan to continue using it!

### 4/5 — Free

*2025-09-08*

This app is bare-bones but it gets the job done and it’s free! My biggest gripe is that I can’t figure out how to lock the screen for the entire workout. I have to lock it for each walk/run segment which is a pain in the butt. If I don’t I easily hit the screen and it screws up the workout.

**Developer response:** Thank you for the review and for using our app. This is a bug and we will fix it in the next release. We will update this comment when the new version is available. Thanks again!

### 5/5 — Very useful

*2025-04-18*

I’ve been using this app every spring for three years now (I only run in the summer). I really really appreciate that in the world of subscriptions, there’s an app like this that’s free to use. It has all the features you could want—listening to music apps when you’re running, tracking distance and where you ran, and a program that eases you in to running slowly. 

As someone who started during the pandemic very out of shape, what I appreciated the most was the training plan. I found that other apps started off too intense, but this one had a more gradual build up. Now that I lead a more active life, I often start at the W2 D1 or D2 workout. 

I really appreciate this app, thanks again for making it :)

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for the review! It’s great to hear that you are enjoying the app and continue to use it every year. If you have any other comments or suggestions, please reach out to support@paceapps.ca. Thanks again!

### 5/5 — So good!!

*2025-03-15*

I used this app as a very beginner runner and it was soooo goood! It helped me get from no running experience to running 5k and exciting about going much further in running! It’s so hard but so good! Highly recommend. 10/10

**Developer response:** Thank you for the review!

### 4/5 — 10K run option?

*2024-12-18*

This app is exactly what I’m looking for. I have completed the 5K distance. Do you have a 10K training app that is similar to this one?

**Developer response:** Thanks for the review! We do not have a 10K app at the moment unfortunately.

### 4/5 — Great choice.

*2024-11-16*

Love this app. Especially the three days/week. Like others mentioned I don't like that it defaults to day one. Yes, I know it has a star on completed days but I don't always remember to scroll and I've accidentally run day one multiple times over.

**Developer response:** Update: version 1.62 is now live and this functionality has been added. 

Thank you for the review! We are planning an update and will definitely look at implementing this. If you have any other comments or suggestions, please email support@paceapps.ca. Thanks again.

## Frequently asked questions about 5K Run

### What does the 5K Run app do?

This app provides a free 10-week training program designed to help users go from being inactive to running a 5K. It guides users through running and walking intervals to build endurance.

### What are the key features of 5K Run?

Key features include a completely free 10-week running program, GPS tracking to monitor your runs, and voice instructions with audible reminders for run/walk segments.

### Is 5K Run free to use?

Yes, the app offers a free 10-week running program. While the core functionality is free, it does have in-app purchases and advertisements.

### Who is 5K Run for?

This app is ideal for beginners who want to start running and achieve the goal of completing a 5K race. It's perfect for those who need a structured plan and motivation.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.66 — 2025-06-24

Thank you for using 5K Run! This app allows you to go from 0 to 5k for FREE! 

Version 1.65-1.66 brings the following changes:
• Fixed an issue where workouts wouldn’t save if a full-screen ad failed to close properly.
• Minor bug fixes and updates.

If you have any questions, email support@paceapps.ca

### 1.65 — 2025-06-22

Thank you for using 5K Run! This app allows you to go from 0 to 5k for FREE! 

Version 1.65 brings the following changes:
• Fixed an issue where workouts wouldn’t save if a full-screen ad failed to close properly.
• Minor bug fixes and updates.

If you have any questions, email support@paceapps.ca

### 1.64 — 2024-11-26

Thank you for using 5K Run! This app allows you to go from 0 to 5k for FREE! 

Changes in version 1.64:
• Minor fixes

If you didn't catch it, version 1.62-1.63 brought the following changes:
• The app will automatically scroll to your next workout on open.
• Update to the latest version of Google Maps.
• Fixed bug that caused a crash when viewing completed runs in weeks 9 and 10.
• Minor settings menu modifications.
• Ad settings modification.

If you have any questions, email support@paceapps.ca

### 1.63 — 2024-11-22

Thank you for using 5K Run! This app allows you to go from 0 to 5k for FREE! 

Changes in version 1.63:
• Minor bug fixes

If you didn't catch it, version 1.62 brought the following changes:
• The app will automatically scroll to your next workout on open.
• Update to the latest version of Google Maps.
• Fixed bug that caused a crash when viewing completed runs in weeks 9 and 10.
• Minor settings menu modifications.
• Ad settings modification.

If you have any questions, email support@paceapps.ca

### 1.62 — 2024-11-21

Thank you for using 5K Run! This app allows you to go from 0 to 5k for FREE! 

Changes in this version:
• The app will automatically scroll to your next workout on open.
• Update to the latest version of Google Maps.
• Fixed bug that caused a crash when viewing completed runs in weeks 9 and 10.
• Minor settings menu modifications.
• Ad settings modification.

If you have any questions, email support@paceapps.ca

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