# Couch To 5K - Run, Jog, Walk — user reviews > 51 indexed App Store user reviews of Couch To 5K by 2ND MOUSE VENTURES INC., rated 2.44/5 from 16 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/couch-to-5k-run-jog-walk/id419623299/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/couch-to-5k-run-jog-walk/id419623299.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 4 · 4★ 1 · 3★ 1 · 2★ 2 · 1★ 8 ## Newest reviews (18 of 51) ### 2/5 — Timers wrong *2022-02-23, version 7.1* I’m in week 3 and the 3 min run/walk only times for 1.5 minutes Like most on here I had the old free app and it worked fine Hope my timer mishaps don’t continue in the coming weeks ### 3/5 — Ok app *2022-01-12, version 7* I had the old Couch to 5K. It worked just fine. It’s now updated to a fancier app, with more options of vArious fitness things, coach, voice, etc. But, the workouts remain the same. More $. And it makes you register. I tried to use with a treadmill, like I used to with the old app, and it did not sense that I was moving. I tried to find a setting to adjust but could not. So, I will no longer be using this app. Which is too bad, I liked the old one. ### 2/5 — Bug? *2018-11-26, version 2.1* Did not allow to delete and restart the session ### 3/5 — Good app for beginners *2016-01-23, version 1.9* I really like this app because I am just starting to exercise and the 30 minutes goes by so fast and I feel great when I'm done. The things I don't like are the home button being too close to the music settings and is easy to bump on accident and the other issue is I wish I could save my playlist or playlists, I have to put my songs in every time I do a workout. If those things were fixed I would give a 5 star rating! ### 3/5 — Good app *2013-03-03, version 1.9* I have been using this for a couple months now. I use it about 3 times a week. The workouts are good. I like how they build up the intensity over time. I, too, have bumped the screen and the workout started over again. I run on the treadmill and I'm not sure if it would work well running outside. I'm sure I would hit the screen more often. The music seems to work fine for me. I like that I get to choose my own songs. Overall, I like the app and I would recommend it to others. ### 2/5 — Not worth your frustration. *2013-03-03, version 1.9* It starts out great, but the music option does not work as it is supposed too. The music buttons are located right by the home button, if you accidentally hit the home button, you workout starts over...grrrrrrr. I you can not skip workouts either, because it erased my progress I kept running using their timing routines, but I could not go any farther than the 1st week. Grrrrrrrr ### 3/5 — Pretty good *2013-01-10, version 1.9* This app is cool but you can't have your music too loud or you won't hear the beep. Several times I missed the beep and missed when I was supposed to start running or walking. It would be better to use on a treadmill where you can watch screen to see when it's time to switch activity. Still neat tho!!! ### 2/5 — Frustrating ! *2012-11-24, version 1.9* I dislike the music interface, doesn't work. The beeps are not distinguishable between walk and jog. The app does not have a way to keep it on. It isn't very loud in voice mode. I have my pod on music and then my phone on the app as loud as it gets and it seems to work for my workouts. Great concept , if worked well. ### 3/5 — Using it! *2012-10-01, version 1.9* I love the concept, but hate when I touch the phone screen by mistake or when I clipping it to my waist and it goes to pause or just close the app. Should be a way to lock it. I had to start all over in many occasions. I resolve the issue of my phone goes to sleep setting my phone to never and so far so good. For sure this app got me out of the couch and ready to 5k in few months. ### 4/5 — I like it *2012-09-11, version 1.9* It keeps me motivated. Had to switch my iPhone settings so it doesn't go to sleep. The only wish I have is that they would integrate the music settings better. Very easy to hit the wrong button when messing with song selection. ### 3/5 — Got me moving! *2012-07-25, version 1.8* It's not perfect, but it was free. My only request is that you be able to start it and then go out to iTunes or another audio app for music and the timer keeps running. When you do, the timer stops running. I have started listening on another device, but then you lose the little voice telling you when to switch. I have been using it for over a week and really feel like my heart is beating and I'm building up gradually from almost nothing a week ago. I've recommended it. ### 3/5 — Like the workout- hate the junk *2012-07-07, version 1.7* So far the workout has been a great tool. Like the easy to follow guidelines, timers, beeps signaling end of each period. However, music function has not worked since second day. And since I paid for the app, I hate the banner ads wanting me to check out healthcare in my neighborhood, turn my iPad into a shopping mall, or buy tea because Lady A says it's good. There placement covers up the day and week of your workout schedule. Poor design. So for those reasons just a middle of the road rating. ### 3/5 — Difficult to navigate *2012-06-28, version 1.7* I love the idea of the app because it helps me pace myself and build up during runs or else I would run flat out and be worn out in 30 mins. I hate that it can't seem to figure a lot of it out. The app is difficult to navigate and when the phone auto locks it pauses it. Since I am running I don't notice then I have to unpause and I have run for way too long and get off time. Also, how do I look at previous sessions??? ### 4/5 — Good training app! *2012-06-22, version 1.7* I really like the pace & the interval training. You don't give up because you know that you get a walking interval. I don't like that when I switch to another app like MapMyRun or even music, this app will auto-pause & only resumes when you open it back up. ### 3/5 — A little frustrating *2012-06-09, version 1.7* I like the idea of the app, which is why I bought it. I have a lot of problems getting or to work correctly. It has turned off on me twice in the middle of a run with no way to get back to where I was. Also the music integration is crappy. ### 3/5 — Not bad *2012-04-21, version 1.6* I was having the same problem as others (app stops when phone goes into sleep mode), but I just go into settings on my phone and turn sleep mode off. Works fine ### 4/5 — Great app *2012-04-08, version 1.6* I like that keeps me on track. I wish the timer didn't stop with a text. I am able to listen to Pandora while using without problem. ### 4/5 — Very Good App *2012-04-02, version 1.6* You don't need coaching with this app. Every time it "dings" you know to walk or run. I don't need anyone talking in my ear. I had no problem with my playlist... It played ALL of my songs. If you don't want interruptions just put your phone on Airport Mode. Well worth the 2.00. It motivates me to keep going just knowing that I will here that "ding" ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Only 1st week is free *2023-03-06* After downloading app was then advised that Only 1st week is free - deleted immediately ### 1/5 — Times aren’t correct. *2022-04-13, version 7.1* The app will have me walk 2 min and walk 5 min back-to-back, for example. It’s out of sync and I don’t know how to fix it on my end. ### 1/5 — Treadmill *2021-10-23, version 7* The app doesn’t work when on the treadmill. ### 1/5 — Not great *2020-01-27, version 2.1* I thought there would be some kind of instruction. Nothing. Just a warm up an then alternate walking and running. I don’t get any sound except a ding. No voice no music nothing. If I try to use an app for music it stops when I go back to the app. ### 1/5 — Such a let down! *2012-08-21, version 1.8* Great concept if they can just tweak a few issues to relieve us from the frustration of using the app. First, fix the issue of the program shutting down when the phone goes into sleep mode! Second, fix the music so that it doesn't start at the beginning when you have to restart the program after it shuts down because the phone went into sleep mode!! Spent more time messing with the app then actually running! ### 1/5 — Garbage! *2012-04-05, version 1.6* What crap!!! When a phone call comes in or a text comes in it pauses, but you don't know that and 10 minutes later you're still walking. Low and behold your workout is screwed up!!! When the phone screen blacks out after you've stuffed your phone into your pocket it pauses. Complete garbage. Thanks for pedaling your inferior wares! I can't give it no stars...too bad. ### 1/5 — Horrible and a waste of money *2012-03-31, version 1.6* I thought I was redown loading my old app. Boy was I wrong and I paid for the stupid thing. If anything happens on your phone, text, call, screen lock, it stops the run timer and you have no clue. It doesn't tell you when to walk or run, no coaching built in. You have to stop to check your time because if you touch the screen your time stops. Stupid app. Don't spend your money. There are other apps, search c25k ### 1/5 — Decent App till Update *2012-03-15, version 1.6* Since the update the app "pauses" the workout if the phone locks. Kind of defeats the purpose if I have to keep tapping my screen to keep it from pausing. This didn't happen before the update. Also the music portion isn't very good. It repeats songs unless I hit forward and you can't look at the list of songs you did add in order to update it or remove songs if you want. These issues need to be corrected soon or I'm going to find something else to use. ### 1/5 — Latest update gets one star! *2012-03-14, version 1.6* After the latest update, this app gets one star only because I couldn't give it a zero. Use to work fine but now after a minute when the screen saver kicks in, the app pauses itself and I can't figure out how to fix it. I found there are better apps out there. Original review: I read the reviews before I bought it and was kind of hesitant. Once I figured out that in order to hear the voice commands over your music you have to use their in-app music player. I really hated running but this app helps a lot. I only wish there was an app like this for 10k. ### 1/5 — News fine tuning. *2012-03-14, version 1.6* Loved the idea of this app. However after starting my first workout I realized a few things I didn't want to have to deal with. My music sounded fine but I had to press forward to hear another song. It repeats the same song. I have to hold it in my hand because when my iPhone fades out the workout stops. Then I have to start that session over. These things need to be fixed for a smooth workout. I will definitely delete this one and find a new one. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Great concept *2012-09-30, version 1.9* Love it....really has helped me get in shape...not sure if you can cancel a session once you have started it, and I would like to listen to pandora at the same time ### 5/5 — First ap review ever *2012-06-04, version 1.7* I have never taken time to review an ap but this ap is excellent. It has a natural build up in running time without getting me discouraged. One problem is if the program goes off screen the timer freezes - so I had to set auto lock to the "never" position during the workout ### 5/5 — I'm not a runner.... *2012-05-23, version 1.7* I'm not a runner at all but with this app I ran 2.5 miles in 30 mins the first time.... Way better than I ever have. I highly recommend this!!! ### 5/5 — Great!! *2012-04-28, version 1.7* Love this app!! I especially like the setting to tell you when to jog and walk. It works great. Since the upgrade, can barely hear the voice prompts. Please fix this!! ### 5/5 — Great app! *2012-04-24, version 1.7* I had a problem with it after updating it, when phone went into sleep mode, app stopped, very frustrating but just go in and tell your phone not to sleep. I am 11 days away from my first 5k, excited and nervous at the same time! Another thing I wonder about this app is why can't it post to Facebook, sure alot of people tweet but I think alot of people would also like to post in on Facebook like the pedometer apps! See you at the finish line<3 ### 5/5 — Love it! *2012-03-27, version 1.6* People stop being LAZY and just change the setting for your hibernating time to never! I leave it in my pocket and it goes the whole 30 mins perfectly fine! No pauses, music works perfect every time! I love this app! The work out is awesome too coming from a couch potato! :) ### 5/5 — Great app for beginner runners *2012-03-12, version 1.5* This is a great app for beginner runners. It motivates you to keep you on track with your weekly running routines. I use the I heart radio app with this as my music and have not experienced any issues with the sessions having to restart. Also, those who are complaining that the sessions are restarting after you text or talk on the phone...well, if you are running you shouldn't be doing that anyway. Highly recommend this app for anyone who wants to build endurance in running and stay fit. ### 5/5 — Good App *2012-02-08, version 1.5* Good program. Has been working well for me so far and I hate running!!! You can adjust the beep for jog and walk in the settings. Just turn off the beep mode and it will be a voice to tell you what to do. ### 5/5 — Wonderful! *2012-01-05, version 1.5* I love this app! It's so helpful and empowering. I used to hate running and now I almost look forward to it everyday! I love getting myself going and getting motivated to lose wright and stay in shape! I disagree about not being able to hear the beep. Idk how loud everyone else has their music but I have my iPod on pretty loud and I can still hear it:) this app is life changing! ### 5/5 — simply WOW! *2011-09-09, version 1.4* I'm using this app from 2 weeks and you can't imagine I have reduced hell alot weight. I am so much happy by using this app and I strongly recommend you all to use 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 2026-06-10.*