# C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map — user reviews > 1,136 indexed App Store user reviews of C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map by Zen Labs, rated 4.77/5 from 170,670 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c25k-5k-running-coach-and-map/id485971733/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c25k-5k-running-coach-and-map/id485971733.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 146,852 · 4★ 15,330 · 3★ 4,361 · 2★ 1,219 · 1★ 2,908 ## What do users think of C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 👍 Easy to use - 🚀 Gradual progression - 💪 Builds endurance - 🎧 Integrates with music - 🎉 Helps achieve goals **Cons** - 🔒 Paywall for full features - 🐛 Inconsistent performance - ⏱️ Unrealistic pace expectations - 📍 Lacks customization options **Commonly reported bugs** - App crashes or resets during workouts - Notifications/prompts not working as expected - Syncing issues with Apple Watch **Most requested features** - Allow users to set their own pace - Add more music options - Improve app navigation and UI - Provide better integration with wearables ## Newest reviews (16 of 1,136) ### 3/5 — Pretty good *2026-08-22, version 5.3.35* Map doesn’t consistently show route, unclear why not. GPS is enabled and seems to have signal. ### 4/5 — Great program! *2026-08-12, version 5.3.35* Really liking this program so far. I’m 5 weeks into it. It is fairly expensive ($30 after 2 weeks I think). But I’m enjoying the program so far. ### 4/5 — So far so good *2026-08-09, version 5.3.35* Keeps me motivated. ### 5/5 — The Coach I Needed *2026-08-05, version 5.3.35* Looks I might be able to train my body to do a 5K! ### 5/5 — Runnnn….. *2026-08-04, version 5.3.35* Great way to get yourself in shape! ### 5/5 — Great *2026-08-04, version 5.3.35* Helpful ### 5/5 — 5k *2026-08-03, version 5.3.33* Started this because I was too intimidated but the other runna, strava apps. Loved it. It plays with my music in the background. I’m running further than I ever thought I would have!! And running my first 5k this weekend. Love this app. ### 4/5 — Would be great *2026-08-01, version 5.3.33* It would be nice if there was a way to tell what my run pace b walk pace was instead of just an average. ### 5/5 — It works. *2026-08-01, version 5.3.33* I couldn't run at all, and I just finished 5k. Take your time, repeat if necessary. ### 5/5 — Helps *2026-08-01, version 5.3.33* Supportive for a non runner ### 5/5 — ReidAO4 *2026-07-31, version 5.3.33* This is really good for some trying to maintain weight, not necessarily trying to get skinny, like me so this is good if you have the same idea as me ### 5/5 — It’s a great way to get in shape *2026-07-29, version 5.3.33* It’s a fun way to get in shape with just a walk and jog and it’s all free. ### 5/5 — It works *2026-07-29, version 5.3.33* It seems so silly, but the intervals that it provides really do work. I’ve noticed a difference in my posture, my waistline, and my stamina, and I’ve only gone halfway through. ### 5/5 — Highly recommend *2026-07-25, version 5.3.33* Great deal for the price. I love that the app tells you when to run and when to walk. I don’t have to check my watch constantly. Love it!! ### 5/5 — Great first workout *2026-07-25, version 5.3.33* I am new to running and have a goal to run a 5k. I appreciate that it is guided as I am someone that appreciates structure. ### 5/5 — Thank you! *2026-07-24, version 5.3.33* Perfect for getting back into running after a long break. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Went down hill *2026-08-19, version 5.3.35* Apparently I am not the only one that paid the pro plan years ago and found out that is gone. Now is an overpriced subscription service. Just Run is free and good. ### 1/5 — Bait and Switch *2026-08-06, version 5.3.35* I used this app years ago to help get into running shape. Now that I’m back to running, I figured I’d use an app that helped in the past only to find after 4 runs it’s a paid subscription. You aren’t doing this with the best interests of your users in mind. You’re doing this for your own gain. I don’t understand why you can’t offer a bare bones free model while giving people who want to pay more features. It’s a greedy cash grab disguised as a helpful free tool. ### 1/5 — Not working *2026-08-06, version 5.3.35* Trying to upgrade from week 2 but not working! :( ### 1/5 — A rip off *2026-08-05, version 5.3.35* They don’t give you anything worthwhile for free. The meat and potatoes of this are paywalled to an absurdly pricy subscription. ### 1/5 — Pay Wall smh *2026-07-09, version 5.3.33* Of course just going along with the state of this greedy world. This app used to offer all weeks for free and really helped my running. Recommended it to a friend to find out that it only goes to week 2 then have to pay beyond that. There’s noone left who does things to genuinely help people. Everything is for a profit. Extremely disappointed and will NOT be recommending this app. ### 1/5 — Program is now behind paywall *2026-07-07, version 5.3.33* Used this app in the past and it was great. Disappointing to see that you must now pay after the first week. ### 1/5 — Deceptive *2026-06-24, version 5.3.33* They hide the subscription requirement well. I thought this was a free app, but it’s a one week trial. I thought the pro version was just to unlock additional features. Nope - you can only use it for one week, then you have to pay. I’ll be starting over with something else. ### 1/5 — Disappointed *2026-06-10, version 5.3.31* Used this app for years. Came back to it needing to get back and shape. A once free app now cost $30 for 3 months. ### 1/5 — Can’t purchase pro plans *2026-06-09, version 5.3.31* I love the app but I can’t purchase a pro plan - says the offer isn’t valid regardless of what I choose and whether the free trial is toggled on or off. ### 1/5 — What’s up with the GPS signal??? *2026-06-09, version 5.3.31* Horrible GPS signal….. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Great *2026-08-26, version 5.3.35* Awesome! ### 5/5 — Great for getting back into running. *2026-08-26, version 5.3.35* Recommended to me by a friend and I’ve used it to get myself to a 5k gradually ### 5/5 — 1st Day! *2026-08-24, version 5.3.35* So far So Good! ### 5/5 — Great App *2026-08-24, version 5.3.35* I love using this app to track my progress. I have an upcoming run in 6 weeks. I was able to reset to the beginning and start fresh. ### 5/5 — Review *2026-08-19, version 5.3.35* New to running again after 20 something years. This app is easy to follow. The music selection is good, really helps me going. Still getting used to running again, but this is really helping out. ### 5/5 — love the app *2026-08-16, version 5.3.35* this is the second time i have downloaded the app after getting a new phone and i still continue to like it ### 5/5 — I need simplicity *2026-08-15, version 5.3.35* And this delivers ### 5/5 — Start running *2026-08-10, version 5.3.35* Best app to guide on how to start running if you’ve always hated or were lost on how to start ### 5/5 — Well laid out *2026-08-07, version 5.3.35* Just finished week 1 day 1.. very simple to use! ### 5/5 — Joy *2026-08-07, version 5.3.35* Love this app --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-03.*