# FiveK - Couch to 5K for Watch — Running coach on your wrist > Watch-based Couch to 5K running training program. (iPhone/iPad app by Camphor Digital Limited.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fivek-couch-to-5k-for-watch/id1497468062 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Camphor Digital Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/899329875) - Category: Health & Fitness, Sports - Price: $2.99 with in-app purchases - Rating: 1.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 12 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2020-05-05 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fivek-couch-to-5k-for-watch/id1497468062/reviews.md ## What is FiveK? Follow the massively popular Couch to 5K training programme without the burden of carrying your smartphone with FiveK. Our solution runs solely on your watch with all the great features you'd expect from the ultimate fitness companion. Following the FiveK plan will take you from absolute beginner to 5K Hero in just 9 weeks. You'll run just 3 times per week for an average of 20-30 minutes and be confident knowing that the C25K plan has helped thousands of beginners just like you to become happier and healthier. INTERVAL BREAKDOWN & WARMUP / COOLDOWN INTERVALS FiveK features a beautiful pre-run breakdown that gives you an overview of the various intervals throughout your workout. Starting with a warmup and then easing into alternating periods of walking and running to build up your running ability gradually over a period of 9 weeks. Thousands of successful runners have followed the programme and haven't looked back. Each workout has built in warmup and cooldown periods to increase and decrease the intensity gradually to decrease the likelihood of injury. Got your own routine? Warmup and Cooldown periods can be toggled on and off at your choosing. METRICS SAVED TO FITNESS APP Detailed workout tracking records key metrics like distance, heart rate, pace and more so that you can dig into the details of your workout using the Fitness app. We've got you covered with outdoor runs too, a detailed route map is saved alongside your workout for viewing at your convenience. FiveK fully integrates with Apple Health meaning you'll be closing those rings and feeling great at the same time. REAL VOICE COACH Throughout your workout you'll hear audio cues when it's time to alternate between walking and running as well as when you're approaching the end of your workout. Voice Coach allows you to stay focused on your form and encourages you throughout your journey with us. If you're looking for some peace and quiet during your run, you can turn Voice Coach on and off right from the workout screen. MUSIC & PODCAST CONTROLS Built in music controls allow you to listen to your favourite playlist or podcast right from within the FiveK app. Skip, pause and control the volume without interrupting your workout. Download FiveK today for a happier mind and healthier heart. ## Key features - Watch-only operation - 9-week training plan - Interval breakdown - Real voice coach - Workout metrics saved to Health app - Route mapping - Music and podcast controls ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: $2.99. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | FiveK Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month | | FiveK Pro for 3 Months | $4.99 | per 3 months | ## Recent user reviews (9 of 9) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fivek-couch-to-5k-for-watch/id1497468062/reviews.md ### 3/5 — Help! *2022-01-25, version 2.0.1* I love this app. Unfortunately it got deleted when I was switching phones/watches to new ones. It says “Purchased” greyed out and will not let me download it again! I would even pay again if I could just get it to download!! ### 4/5 — Too many bugs *2021-12-03, version 1.2.1* The app stops running when the watch locks so you have to constantly unlock whilst running. If playing music via another app, the music paused at each minute/half minute interval, so you have to manually restart you music. Great idea, unfortunately not quite there yet, and not worth the money. ### 1/5 — App quits mid run *2020-10-30* Just like the previous review, the app quit after the second interval on my first run. I’d love a refund so I can purchase an app that works. Thank you! **Developer response:** Thanks for your valued feedback! We're excited that the new version of FiveK resolves many of these issues and features a beautiful new Voice Coach recordings. We'd love to hear your thoughts. If you experience issues going forward, please reach out to us info@camphor.digital and we'll work hard to resolve them quickly so you can continue on your running journey! ### 4/5 — The voice coach doesn’t work *2020-07-13, version 1.1.1* Good app. I originally thought the voice didn’t work because it starts silently and only speaks at the end of the warm up. It would be better if it announced the start and maybe talked you through what to do in the warm up. More encouragement/tips within the workout would also be better. ### 1/5 — It's a start... *2020-07-06* I just purchased and used this app for the first time today. It started out good, however the voice notifications are not working. And halfway through my walk/run, The app just stopped working. It reverted back to when I first opened it, and was not aware that I was in the middle of a jog. Please fix these issues, or I will ask for a refund. **Developer response:** Hello, Thanks for reach­ing out. I am sorry that you have not had a good ex­per­i­ence with FiveK as yet. Does this happen every time you attempt to workout with FiveK? If so, could you help me resolve this issue for you by sending a troubleshooting video to stephen_mcmillan@outlook.com. Apologies again. Hopefully we can get this resolved ASAP. Best, Steph­en ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work at all *2020-06-23* Would only get, perhaps 1 or 2 intervals into a workout before it just went back to the start, and all my buddies who I share my workouts with got a “just did a workout for 20metres” alert. Terrible app, don’t waste your money. **Developer response:** Hello, Thanks for reach­ing out. I am sorry that you have not had a good ex­per­i­ence with FiveK as yet. Does this happen every time you attempt to workout with FiveK. If so, could you help me resolve this issue for you by sending a troubleshooting video to stephen_mcmillan@outlook.com. Apologies again. Hopefully we can get this resolved ASAP. Best, Steph­en ### 5/5 — Freedom from my phone! *2020-06-06, version 1.1.0* As far as I can tell this is the only couch to 5k app that works on the Apple watch without having to bring your phone along. It’s simple without any bells or whistles, but it works great. If you turn off the voice prompts it doesn’t even interrupt your music. I know a lot of people have been looking for this. Look no further. ### 4/5 — No voice commands through music? *2020-06-03, version 1.1.0* Only running app through the Apple Watch that promised voice commands for the intervals I could find. However it doesn’t seem to do it? ### 5/5 — Great App *2020-05-07, version 1.0* Nice intuitive design that’s helping me with my new 5k goals! ## Frequently asked questions about FiveK ### What is the FiveK training program? The FiveK training program is a 9-week plan designed to take beginners from not running at all to being able to run a 5K. It involves running three times per week for approximately 20-30 minutes per session. ### Does FiveK require a smartphone? No, FiveK is designed to run solely on your watch, eliminating the need to carry your smartphone during workouts. ### Can I customize the warm-up and cool-down periods in FiveK? Yes, FiveK allows you to toggle the built-in warm-up and cool-down periods on and off, giving you flexibility to use your own routines if desired. ### How does FiveK integrate with other health apps? FiveK fully integrates with Apple Health, saving detailed workout metrics like distance, heart rate, and pace. It also saves a detailed route map for outdoor runs. ### Does FiveK have ads? No, FiveK is ad-free. The app is a paid application, and no advertisements are present within the user experience. ### What are the subscription options for FiveK? FiveK offers subscription plans including 'FiveK Pro Monthly' for $2.99 per month and 'FiveK Pro for 3 Months' for $4.99. ### What devices does FiveK support? FiveK is supported on Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPod devices, allowing users to track their runs across multiple platforms. ### How often is FiveK updated? The latest version of FiveK is 2.1.3, which was released on August 2, 2022. Updates typically occur to improve performance and add features. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.1.3 — 2022-08-02 - General Improvements Thanks for using FiveK. If FiveK played a part in your running journey we'd love to hear from you at info@camphor.digital. Please also consider leaving a review to help future beginners become 5K heros! ### 2.1.2 — 2022-07-15 - General Improvements Thanks for using FiveK. If FiveK played a part in your running journey we'd love to hear from you at info@camphor.digital. Please also consider leaving a review to help future beginners become 5K heros! ### 2.1.1 — 2022-06-28 - General Improvements Thanks for using FiveK. If FiveK played a part in your running journey we'd love to hear from you at info@camphor.digital. Please also consider leaving a review to help future beginners become 5K heros! ### 2.1.0 — 2022-06-15 - Voice Coach has been overhauled and given the human touch with new contextual prompts to cheer you on throughout your workout. Friendly workout robot served us well. - Workout actions have been refreshed and a new option allows you to enable or disable the voice coach during a workout. - Workout summary now displays your activity rings. Thanks for using FiveK. If FiveK played a part in your running journey we'd love to hear from you at info@camphor.digital. Please also consider leaving a review to help future beginners become 5K heros! ### 2.0.1 — 2021-12-30 Minor bug fix around enabling and disabling the warmup/cooldown intervals. ## Apps similar to FiveK | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Runna: Running Plans & Coach](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runna-running-plans-and-coach/id1594204443) | 4.9 (30,029) | Free | Health & Fitness | | [5K Runner: couch potato to 5K](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5k-runner-couch-potato-to-5k/id448357306) | 4.9 (116,515) | Free | Health & Fitness | | [The Run Experience](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-run-experience/id1189131975) | 4.8 (538) | Free | Health & Fitness | | [Nike Run Club: Cardio Exercise](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nike-run-club-cardio-exercise/id387771637) | 4.7 (45,683) | Free | Health & Fitness | | [Start Running For Beginners](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/start-running-for-beginners/id1254954672) | 4.7 (2,037) | Free | Health & Fitness | | [Watch to 5K－Couch to 5km coach](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watch-to-5kcouch-to-5km-coach/id1517914828) | 4.9 (1,065) | $4.99 | Health & Fitness | ## More apps by Camphor Digital Limited - [Never Have I Ever for Adults](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/never-have-i-ever-for-adults/id1510853815) - [PPL Exam Preparation](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ppl-exam-preparation/id1516938102) - [ATR Memory Items & Questions](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/atr-memory-items-and-questions/id6762129589) All apps by Camphor Digital Limited: https://appshunter.io/developer/899329875 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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