# Run the World — Record run & walk distances > Virtual journey tracking for runs and walks based on distance. (iPhone/iPad app by TRIFIK PTY LTD.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-the-world/id1188975648 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [TRIFIK PTY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1188975647) - Category: Health & Fitness, Sports - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 57 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 14.0 · 70 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2017-01-20 - Data updated: 2026-06-22 - Monetization: subscription - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-the-world/id1188975648/reviews.md ## What is Run the World? Choose from one of 9 maps and then record all the STRUCTURED runs and walks to virtually run the country or continent of your choice. We are not concerned with pace or elevation, only distance. Run or walk wherever you are, whatever time you like at whatever speed you like and upload it to our App to track you on a virtual journey. The distance you upload will move you along your map, no matter where you are. We automate with Strava, whereby your running, walking and hiking distance will automatically upload to our App. Alternatively, you can add manual entries by providing evidence using any other device (other than step counting profiles). We are not a Step counter…. All runs and walks must be structured, meaning no step profiles or incidental activity can be added, only runs or walks where you make the conscious decision to get out the door or off the couch. Your journey is a long-term commitment - broken down into smaller segments along the way. Emails are sent every time you reach towns and cities during your journey. Educational and informative, these milestones keep you motivated and engaged during your membership. * Monthly competitions are held to further enhance your experience. As part of your membership these monthly competitions will provide an extra tool to keep you motivated on your journey. * Interact with Friends. Communicate with them via the App and track their journey via their map and leader boards. Get your running club involved and set up a team with your own leader boards and group chats. * Leader boards will also help with motivation. Filter by your map, your gender, your age, weekly, monthly, yearly and overall to see how you are going against the rest of the database or filter to see how you are going against your friends or your running club. * Check out a vast array of stats as you accumulate runs and walks. Your profile is easily accessible and keeps you accountable. And we are more than just an App – we are a community. Keep an eye out for social catch ups, finishers celebrations, organized member events and more – all part of your membership. Free for 28 Days. Then monthly subscription available. Subscription pricing and terms: The Run the World subscription starts with a free 28-day trial. At the end of the free trial period you will be automatically subscribed and charged monthly unless cancelled at least 24-hours before the end of the free trial period. We offer monthly auto-renewing subscription to provide you with unlimited access to the App while you maintain an active subscription. Your monthly subscription will renew automatically unless you turn off auto-renewal in the Apple App store Account Settings after purchase, or cancel your subscription at least 24-hours prior to the end of the subscription period. Payment is charged to your payment method through your Apple App store account at the confirmation of purchase. Read our terms and conditions for more information: https://www.runsoftheworld.com/terms-conditions-and-privacy ## Key features - Virtual journey tracking on 8 maps - Distance-based progression - Strava integration - Manual entry options - Monthly competitions - Friend interaction and leaderboards - Detailed statistics ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | 1 Month - Full Access | $3.99 | per month | | 1 Month - Full Access | $3.99 | per month | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 57) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-the-world/id1188975648/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Motivational app *2026-04-02, version 2.0.28* Awesome app and fantastic idea - gets you motivated to get out the door and walk or run to meet your goals. ### 5/5 — A fun motivational overlay *2026-04-02, version 2.0.28* Love this app not only for capturing all of my walk and run activities over the last 6 years, but for the large number of challenges which have helped keep my running fun ### 5/5 — Motivation *2026-04-02, version 2.0.28* Great app. Nothing motivates you like a challenge and what’s better than running around your own country! ### 1/5 — Terrible payment and customer service *2026-03-01, version 2.0.27* App allows me to subscribe in multiple formats (annually and monthly) which is either poor design or intentional . Tried to cancel and advised told nothing to do with application, arrange yourself. Poor information on application and unhelpful customer service email. Recommend other apps; lost me as a customer. ### 5/5 — Motivational, Awesome Stats & User Friendly *2025-05-31, version 2.0.20* The new app is awesome, easy to use and full of up to date data. The map’s & locations are fascinating to see, especially with the corresponding notifications when you pass thru cities, towns & countries. I’d give it 10 Stars plus… 👏👏👏👏👏 ### 5/5 — Great motivation tool *2024-07-30, version 2.0.15* If you’re the kind of person who enjoys travelling and running together that’s the ap for you It will take you places you probably never been and will never go to on your own and keep you motivated to reach your next city and milestone ### 5/5 — Fantastic app & motivational tool *2024-07-24, version 2.0.15* Run the world just gets better and better. The new app is super easy to navigate, with so many different ways of looking at your running data. It’s also fun to follow your friends and idols and indulge in a little healthy competition. The business owner Travis is very receptive to feedback and questions and often takes the time to send encouraging and friendly emails. This app has often got me out the door when motivation was low. Thank you! ### 5/5 — So motivational *2024-07-08, version 2.0.13* I notice that some people have given this app “less than glowing” reviews but my experience is that it has always been a really motivational tool for keeping moving over a long period time. The new and updated app has all the old “motivation” AND finally has so many glitches ironed out, is so user friendly and so much more streamlined than it has ever been before. It’s easier to access, easier to use, easier to see, has better graphics and the app owner is SUPER responsive if there are any glitches at all. I couldn’t be more impressed than with a program that has kept me moving strong over MANY years, and which I hope will help me keep active for decades to come. ### 1/5 — Not Impressed *2024-06-29, version 2.0.13* The app says in app purchases but in reality you have to sign up and subscribe before you can even see the app. I wanted to do the virtual run around Australia but this was going to cost $5.99 a month meaning that the total run would end up costing $500 by the time I complete it. I’ll stick to real runs ### 2/5 — Face recognition *2024-06-28, version 2.0.13* If this damn thing has to keep logging me out every day at least enable face recognition ## Frequently asked questions about Run the World ### What does the Run the World app do? This app allows you to track your running and walking distances on virtual maps of countries and continents. It focuses solely on distance covered, not pace or elevation, to help you progress on a virtual journey. You can automate distance uploads from Strava or add manual entries. ### How does the virtual journey work? You choose from one of 8 maps and then record your structured runs and walks. The distance you upload will move you along your chosen virtual map. You receive emails when you reach towns and cities, providing educational milestones to keep you motivated. ### What is the cost of the app? The app offers a free 28-day trial. After the trial, a monthly subscription is available for unlimited access. You will be automatically subscribed and charged monthly unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the free trial period. ### Can I use this app with my running club? Yes, you can get your running club involved. The app allows you to set up teams with your own leader boards and group chats, fostering interaction and competition among members. ### What kind of activities can I track? The app tracks structured runs and walks where you consciously decide to exercise. It is not a step counter and does not allow for incidental activity or step profiles to be added. Only dedicated runs or walks where you make the conscious decision to get out the door are counted. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.0.31 — 2026-06-18 Small change to address input. ### 2.0.30 — 2026-05-06 Small bug fix. ### 2.0.29 — 2026-05-01 New features including compare your club leaderboard against other clubs by week, month and year. ### 2.0.28 — 2026-04-02 Improved Settings screen navigation, statistics graph and other features. ### 2.0.27 — 2026-01-06 Improved support for Year in Review video. ## Apps similar to Run the World | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [parkrunner - 5K results](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parkrunner-5k-results/id1422416889) | 4.6 (44) | Free | Health & Fitness | | [Run With](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-with/id6446652444) | — | Free | Health & Fitness | | [ParkRunnings](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parkrunnings/id1641242399) | — | Free | Health & Fitness | | [PursuitLab](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pursuitlab/id1584743213) | — | Free | Health & Fitness | | [ForRunners App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forrunners-app/id6449634289) | — | Free | Health & Fitness | | [Premmie Marathon Challenge](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/premmie-marathon-challenge/id6443550095) | — | Free | Health & Fitness | --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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