# Kotcha - Running & Trail — 5K, 10K, Half, Marathon, Trail > AI running coach with personalized plans and expert advice. (iPhone/iPad app by PaceUp.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kotcha-running-and-trail/id6746164787 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [PaceUp](https://appshunter.io/developer/1815520469) - Category: Health & Fitness, Sports - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.50/5 from 244 App Store ratings · 123 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 17.0 · 112 MB - Languages: American English, Dutch, European Spanish, Italian, German (Germany), European Portuguese, French (France) - Released: 2025-11-23 - Data updated: 2026-09-04 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kotcha-running-and-trail/id6746164787/reviews.md ## What is Kotcha? At Kotcha, we have an obsession. Find the best runners on Earth. Study how they train. Break it down. And hand you the playbook to outrun yourself. That's how Eliud Kipchoge & Kilian Jornet's methods ended up in your training plan. THE METHOD 1. PERFECT PLANNING TO PEAK ON D-DAY. Build phase. Intensity phase. Taper. Every week planned around A and B races to peak exactly on the big days. 2. DAILY ADAPTATION TO REAL LIFE. Paces and workouts update every week based on actual performance, not on rigid templates. 3. STRONGER LEGS. FEWER INJURIES. The Kotcha Strength & Conditioning is built into the plan. Kipchoge's own drills for an injury-free career. 4. THE SAME FUELING SYSTEM THAT BROKE RECORDS. Race-day nutrition strategy powered by Maurten, the fuel behind Kipchoge and Kilian. Now built into your plan, down to the gram, every km of the race. 5. CONSISTENCY BEATS INTENSITY. Getting faster without burning out is the hard part. Your coach tracks both: fitness going up, and power-to-heart-rate holding steady. The metrics used by the champions. --- ROAD. TRAIL. PERFORM ON EVERY TERRAIN. 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, trail — every distance, every terrain. Or just a general plan to become a better runner. YOUR TEAM Built with Eliud Kipchoge and Kilian Jornet and their team — coach, personal trainer, nutritionist and data analyst. The minds that shaped the greatest careers in running. Now coaching you. YOUR GEAR Apple Watch, Garmin, Coros, Huawei & Strava — we sync with what you already use. No new gear needed. START FREE The first 7 days are on us. Then it's Kotcha Premium — monthly or yearly. Terms of use: https://kotcha.com/terms-and-conditions Privacy policy: https://kotcha.com/privacy-policy APPLE HEALTH USAGE: Kotcha uses your health data to provide accurate heart rate, distance and pace information during your runs and workouts on Apple Watch. AGE 18+ You may download and use our App provided you are aged 18 or older. We may delete your account (and associated data) if you are under such age. ## Key features - AI-powered adaptive training plans - Personalized coaching based on your feedback - 24/7 expert advice on pacing, nutrition, and more - Runner-specific strength training sessions - Post-run debriefs and trend analysis - Syncs with popular smartwatches ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Yearly Pass | $89.99 | per year | | Yearly Pass Light | $99.99 | per year | | Quarterly Pass | $44.99 | per 3 months | | Yearly Pass | $119.99 | per year | | Monthly Pass | $19.99 | per month | | Quarterly Pass | $44.99 | per 3 months | | Annual Plan | $119.99 | per year | | Yearly Pass | $119.99 | per year | | Monthly Pass | $19.99 | per month | | Monthly Pass | $19.99 | per month | | Launch Monthly Pass | $19.99 | per month | | Launch Yearly Pass | $119.99 | per year | | Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month | | Monthly Pass | $14.99 | per month | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 123) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kotcha-running-and-trail/id6746164787/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Coaching réaliste *2026-08-07* Appli au top pour une préparation : ajustement du plan en fonction de la séance précédente … seul bémol : il devrait être possible d’intégrer les entraînements croisés et notamment les séances vélo ### 3/5 — AI wrapper for running *2026-08-02, version 1.14.0* Some of the partnerships and concepts in this app are pretty cool, but Kotcha ultimately feels like a thin AI wrapper to send your running data to Gemini/Claude/ChatGPT without adding much value on top of what you could get by using those platforms directly. API reselling like this feels to me like double paying for a service I already pay for. Looking forward to seeing if more unique value is added to this app. ### 5/5 — Challenging and Sustainable *2026-08-01, version 1.14.0* This app is very helpful in reaching my running goals. It is comprehensive in understanding my history, upcoming races and fitness goals then setting a plan that is adaptive and works for my daily life as a father that works. The AI coach has been able to answer questions about the plan but also about when to use super shoes in my training, etc. I look forward to trying strength training and nutrition modules soon. ### 5/5 — La mejor app *2026-07-25, version 1.14.0* Me encanta la app! Es única ### 4/5 — Great training tool, app UI is getting better, much better! *2026-07-23, version 1.14.0* Kotcha has one of the best training plans I’ve used. It really feels like having a coach, and the workouts have helped me improve while still feeling strong and motivated. The app itself, however, needs work. The UI is not very friendly but it’s getting better. In the last 30 days I have seen a big improvement on the UI. I specially like the way your complete runs look like now. I still feel the feedback needs work and I am still Begging for type of road options, like giving me the options to train on roads that have hills on purpose or as part of the training. But I love seen that app keeps getting better every few weeks. Please make a light version, the black version isn’t very “pretty”. I am excited to see what options are you bringing with ios27 and watchOS27. Specially for zone training. ### 1/5 — IA pas au niveau *2026-07-22* Je suis passé par cette app pour préparer un trail de 62km 3000d+. Après 1 semaine j’ai résilié l’abonnement. Première frustration : l’IA ne détecte pas les séances hors plan que je peux faire (faisant partie d’un club de triathlon), ce qui vient fausser les stats de la semaine et l’appréciation des séances. Pour l’IA je passais donc à 3 séances alors que j’en avais une 4eme avec le club. Deuxième frustration : l’IA ne semble pas connaître le chiffre 6. Suite à une organisation de weekend, j’ai annulé la sortie longue du dimanche, et ai demandé à durcir la séance du vendredi. L’IA me propose donc de passer de 5x5’ à 6x5’. Problème ? L’IA me propose uniquement 7x5’ ou 5x5’. Ça a duré 45 min ou l’IA a compris l’erreur, mais la refaisait instantanément. Merci pour cette semaine mais c’en est trop pour moi ! **Developer response:** Merci pour votre message Anonyme52200. Concernant votre première frustration, l'IA prend bien en compte l'ensemble de vos sorties de course à pied. Nous avons identifié un problème mineur d'affichage des sorties hors plans, nous allons le corriger. Mais en tout cas sachez que l'IA prend bien en compte l'ensemble de vos sorties pour établir votre plan. Concernant votre second point, nous serions ravi d'échanger avec vous pour comprendre exactement ce que vous essayiez de faire. Pouvez-vous nous contacter au support client? Merci d'avance ### 4/5 — Great training tool, app needs a lot of updating for UI *2026-07-19, version 1.13.2* Kotcha has one of the best training plans I’ve used. It really feels like having a coach, and the workouts have helped me improve while still feeling strong and motivated. The app itself, however, needs work. The UI is not very friendly, it still feels a bit like a beta, and the lack of options like light mode makes the experience less enjoyable. The training features are also missing some useful tools compared to apps like Runna. I’d love to see pre-run guidance with weather, things to watch for, and more workout options like hill training. The post-run feedback is excellent, but it could be even better if it included weather and conditions in the analysis. Gave it one more star because it is getting better. I am still hoping for better feedback and letting you change the type of road to include hills for some workouts. ### 4/5 — Enfin une vraie appli ! *2026-07-13* Appli excellente qui propose des plans presque taillés sur mesure. Le point noir : le renforcement musculaire pas très au point, qui bug souvent (chrono s’arrête) et manque de fluidité. Vidéos pas ludique du tout et on ne peut pas écouter sa playlist. Sinon, le reste j’adore ! ### 1/5 — Still in development *2026-07-06, version 1.13.1* The app seemed promising but still too early on in development, AI executes poorly. Too expensive for what it can actually deliver. Unfortunately impossible to get any sort of refund so I would not recommend. ### 5/5 — Best app for marathon training! *2026-07-05, version 1.13.1* I’ve tried all the training apps. Kotcha out performs them all for serious training with results. I feel the difference and see it in the data. Keep up the great work! ## Frequently asked questions about Kotcha ### What does Kotcha do? Kotcha is an AI running coach that creates personalized training plans based on your current fitness, goals, and how you feel. It adapts your plan dynamically, offers expert advice, and includes strength training sessions to help you improve. ### How does Kotcha personalize my training? The app listens to your watch data, your runs, your habits, and your goals. It then builds your weekly plan based on how you actually felt and performed, allowing you to communicate changes or concerns directly with the AI coach. ### What kind of expert advice does Kotcha offer? You can ask Kotcha anything about pacing, fueling, soreness, or any doubts you have. It provides answers and guidance drawing from the expertise of a coach, nutritionist, personal trainer, and data expert. ### Is Kotcha compatible with my devices? Yes, Kotcha is compatible with popular gear like Apple Watch, Garmin, Coros, and Huawei. It syncs with the devices you already use, so no new equipment is necessary. ### What are the costs associated with Kotcha? Kotcha offers a free 7-day trial. After the trial, it requires a subscription for Kotcha Premium, with options for monthly and yearly plans available at early bird pricing. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.16.0 — 2026-08-19 Kotcha gets a fresh new look: redesigned backgrounds, a reworked home, and streaks and badges that celebrate every stride. Your climbs finally count for what they're worth, with more accurate elevation gain on Apple Health activities. And strength training keeps getting better, so your legs stay ready to eat up the miles. ### 1.15.0 — 2026-08-11 Now you can choose your own training days: just tell us when you'd rather lace up and we'll shape your plan around your week. To go with it, a bigger library of strength workouts helps you build the power that carries you mile after mile, while the new treadmill mode means your indoor runs finally count just like the road, whether it's a rainy morning or a late evening. And along the way, we've smoothed out plenty of little things. ### 1.14.0 — 2026-07-20 Weekly Wrap gets a fresh new look: your week of running, animated, buzzing and ready to share in a tap. Your coach now suggests actions right inside the brief and debrief. A faster Home and plenty of fixes for a smoother experience. ### 1.13.2 — 2026-07-13 Strength training is now fully integrated into your training plan. Follow guided strength sessions directly from your schedule, complete with exercise videos, recovery periods, progress tracking, and detailed workout guidance. We’ve also introduced the ability to revisit past training plans, making it easier to reflect on your journey and see how far you’ve come. Additional improvements across performance, coaching, and the overall experience make the app smoother, faster, and more enjoyable to use. ### 1.13.1 — 2026-07-02 Strength training is now fully integrated into your training plan. Follow guided strength sessions directly from your schedule, complete with exercise videos, recovery periods, progress tracking, and detailed workout guidance. We’ve also introduced the ability to revisit past training plans, making it easier to reflect on your journey and see how far you’ve come. Additional improvements across performance, coaching, and the overall experience make the app smoother, faster, and more enjoyable to use. ## Apps similar to Kotcha | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [kaizen \| Adaptive Run Training](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kaizen-adaptive-run-training/id1638679224) | 4.7 (27) | Free | Health & Fitness | | [AWMM Global Run Club](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/awmm-global-run-club/id6651858564) | 2.6 (16) | Free | Health & Fitness | | [The Program by Bandit Running](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-program-by-bandit-running/id6505125026) | 3.9 (112) | Free | Health & Fitness | | [Endorphins Running](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/endorphins-running/id6736627957) | 4.9 (824) | Free | Health & Fitness | | [FivePointFive: Breathwork](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fivepointfive-breathwork/id6469338436) | 4.8 (4,124) | Free | Health & Fitness | | [Fuelin - Performance Nutrition](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fuelin-performance-nutrition/id1579806995) | 4.5 (1,213) | Free | Health & Fitness | ## Related topics [kotcha](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/kotcha) · [kotcha run](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/kotcha-run) · [running pace coach](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/running-pace-coach) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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