# Pace: Couch to 5K Run Coach — Learn to run: beginner 5K plan

> Beginner 5K running coach with free and premium training plans. (iPhone/iPad app by Philip Larsson.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pace-couch-to-5k-run-coach/id6775385689 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Philip Larsson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1803190496)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Sports
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 54 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2026-06-22
- Data updated: 2026-07-08
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pace-couch-to-5k-run-coach/id6775385689/reviews.md

## What is Pace?

Pace is for people who think they can't run.
It's the modern Couch to 5K app: a clean, honest running coach that takes you from your first run/walk intervals to a full 5K in nine weeks — gently, with no pressure and no judgment. Then it keeps you going.
No subscription. No account. No ads. One small one-time purchase unlocks everything beyond the free plan — forever.

START FREE

The complete 9-week Zero to 5K plan, free forever
Gentle Start (12 weeks) for absolute beginners, and Back to 5K (6 weeks) for returning runners — also free
Voice cues at every interval, so you never watch the clock
Your music ducks automatically when the coach speaks, then comes back
Apple Health sync — your runs count toward your activity rings
Streaks, history, and shareable weekly cards

GO FURTHER WITH PREMIUM (one-time purchase)

After-5K plans: Run-Faster 5K, 5K to 10K, and an easy maintenance plan
Three extra coach voices — calm, hype, or no-nonsense
Custom workout builder — design your own run/walk intervals
Premium color themes
Every future premium feature included, forever

BUILT HONESTLY

Pace was built by one runner in Sweden who quit Couch to 5K twice and finished once and wanted an app that respected him: no subscription traps, no data harvesting, no clutter. Just a plan that works and a coach in your ear.
Lace up. Your first 5K is nine weeks away.

## Key features

- 9-week Couch to 5K plan
- Free plans for beginners and returning runners
- Voice cues and music ducking
- Apple Health sync
- After-5K training plans
- Custom workout builder

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pace Lifetime Premium | $7.99 | one-time |
| Pace Premium – Founders | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pace-couch-to-5k-run-coach/id6775385689/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Much needed

*2026-06-25*

I’m somewhat of a runner but I needed something like this to hold me to a schedule. I love it!

## Frequently asked questions about Pace

### What is Pace's Couch to 5K plan like?

Pace offers a complete 9-week Zero to 5K plan designed to gently guide you from intervals to a full 5K. It includes voice cues at every interval and automatically adjusts your music.

### Does Pace have ads?

No, Pace is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted running experience. The app focuses on a clean and honest user experience without advertisements.

### What are the free features in Pace?

The complete 9-week Zero to 5K plan, a 12-week Gentle Start plan for absolute beginners, and a 6-week Back to 5K plan for returning runners are all available for free.

### What does the premium version of Pace offer?

Premium unlocks After-5K plans (Run-Faster 5K, 5K to 10K, maintenance), three extra coach voices, a custom workout builder, and premium color themes for a one-time purchase.

### Can Pace sync with Apple Health?

Yes, Pace syncs with Apple Health, ensuring your runs contribute to your daily activity goals and rings. This integration helps track your overall fitness progress.

### How often is Pace updated?

The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on July 2, 2026. Future premium features are included forever, suggesting ongoing development and support.

### What devices does Pace support?

Pace is available for iPhone and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices, allowing users to train on the go.

### What is the age rating for Pace?

Pace has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users looking to improve their fitness.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2026-07-02

Smoother audio coaching in this update:
• Your "halfway there" cue now lands right at the midpoint of your run, even if you skip or jump between intervals.
• Voice cues are more reliable across the whole workout, so you won't miss the call to run, walk, or finish.

Keep it up, you're closer to your first 5K than you think. Got a question or an idea? Email pace@philiplarsson.dev, a real person reads every one

### 1.0.0 — 2026-06-22

No release notes.

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*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 2026-07-08.*