# RunDouble (Go from couch to 5k in 9 weeks!) — user reviews > 66 indexed App Store user reviews of RunDouble (Go from couch to 5k in 9 weeks!) by Matthew Flint, rated 2.70/5 from 43 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rundouble-go-from-couch-to-5k-in-9-weeks/id675292604/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rundouble-go-from-couch-to-5k-in-9-weeks/id675292604.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 11 · 4★ 6 · 3★ 4 · 2★ 4 · 1★ 18 ## Newest reviews (16 of 66) ### 2/5 — It's broken *2025-02-28, version 1.0.12* The voice just repeats endlessly ### 2/5 — Horrible on iPhone *2021-02-04, version 1.0.12* Loved this app on my Android, stinks on iPhone. It never finds a satellite for god, so it won’t properly track runs. Uninstalling it, totally worthless on Apple devices. ### 3/5 — Upgrade not working/ developer unresponsive *2020-05-01, version 1.0.12* Purchased the unlimited upgrade awhile back that isn't showing on my new phone. I've followed the instructions butt still nothing. I've emailed twice for assistance but received no response. ### 4/5 — Recent issue *2020-04-09* I love RunDouble and have used it for years. Recently I’ve had a problem where the new interval is not being announced unless I unlock my iPhone. Is there a setting that can be adjusted? ### 1/5 — Paid for garbage *2019-03-26* I bought this app and it used to work great. Now it can't find location. Hot garbage and unsupported my devs, it's really unfortunate because it worked well when it ran. ### 2/5 — Better in Android? *2019-01-12, version 1.0.12* I used this app a lot when I had an android phone. Loved it. Worked great. Since switching to iOS, it seems as if there are no announcements when the screen is locked, and no setting to tell it to keep the screen from locking. So when your screen locks, the app essentially stops doing what it is designed to do. My phone is a work device, so disabling the screen lock isn’t an option for me, but some apps are able to prevent the screen from locking. It’s a bummer because the Android version was really great. ### 4/5 — Great app for beginners or re-starters *2019-01-08* Love the music interface, the programs and open runs on days I’m just wanting track my activity. I like the stats and immediate feedback. Only tweak would be to remind the user to finish the run. For example if I’m on the phone and then get into my car and don’t remember to click Finish Run it keeps tracking my run and skews the data for that day😸. ### 1/5 — Unreliable *2018-11-05* I used run double for the couch to 5K program three years ago. The GPS feature was great and reliable. I decided to do the program again and the GPS is now completely unreliable. I will be looking for a new app. Run Double, I'm very disappointed in your lack of updates for a paid app. ### 1/5 — Needs updating *2018-07-04, version 1.0.12* Can’t upload my run to Facebook as the app has that option Greyed out along with other social sharing options, I have to manually copy the link and put it in Facebook my self, please fix ### 1/5 — Inoperable *2018-06-30* Just paid to upgrade to get access to weeks 3-9 which require gps access. Unfortunately , the app will not ‘find location’ making this app worthless. ### 2/5 — Not quite right *2018-04-27, version 1.0.12* If I’m listening to music on another app it wont interrupt to tell me to walk/run ### 1/5 — Used to be great... *2017-10-12* I have been using RunDouble for at least 4yrs and it used to be the best running app available however for the last month or so it’s been impossible to use. It freezes, won’t play my podcasts and the coaching component of the app only works when the screen is open on the app. Looks like I’ll have to find a new one... ### 4/5 — Needs to be Apple Watch compatible *2017-05-16* I really like this app a lot. I have used it for years. I really wish it was Apple Watch compatible though. ### 1/5 — Was excited but... *2017-04-26, version 1.0.12* First day I used this and for the first part of my run I heard the intervals of when to walk/run and then it stopped??? Anyone know how to fix this ### 3/5 — Calorie count is way off *2016-11-04, version 1.0.12* I like this app for the most part, but had to delete it. It's excellent for straight runs, but i tried using it when subbing on mail routes other than my own. I wanted to see my mileage and calories that I burned extra those days (i dont count my own mail route). I have to pause the program when driving to other loops etc. yesterday, I had a small 1 mile section of a route to do, split into 2 sections/loops...program said i burned 308 calories. I weigh 118-120 and am a 5'5 female. The post office would love if I was carrying the mail so quick that I was burning that many calories. Lol. It is set correctly on the program too. I just think the pause feature effects the calorie count somehow ### 4/5 — Great app for customizing runs *2016-09-18* I love this App!!! I upgraded to the premium . I find many of the more popular running apps , say they are for beginners but they would take you from running 1 mile to running 2 miles in a matter of a week(which is impossible for me at 220lbs) . With this app , I can customize from 1 mile to 1.25 miles etc , gradually increasing to 2 miles . I only wish that it would save the settings you chose( intervals)for each run along with the other details that it saves like distance ran and calories burnt etc . And A huge plus would be to be able to sync with Endomondo and myfitnesspal ... But over all ,it's still a great app for beginner runners !!!! ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Stopped working *2024-07-27* This app no longer works on my iPhone. I’ve tried deleting and reinstalling…..nope. I love this app, it helped me lose 60 pounds so it’s disappointing I can no longer access it. ### 1/5 — Does not open *2024-06-21, version 1.0.12* I purchased in 2018. App no longer opens. ### 1/5 — Repeat *2022-12-05* Nothing but issues since I’ve started using it again. It either speaks in a low-slow-demonic voice, or it speaks like it’s been sucking down helium and talking at about 90 mph. And now it’s begun repeating the information over and over again like a skipping record. I’ve tried reporting the issue to the information given to report, and it always kicks back as undeliverable. This used to be such a good app, I wouldn’t suggest this to anyone. ### 1/5 — Horrible do not purchase does not work *2022-08-05* Worst app ever. I’ve tried using this off and on for a few years thinking it might get better. Consumer fraud. Do not buy ### 1/5 — Issues with times runs *2021-10-04, version 1.0.12* The 7th run interval is consistently coming in at 1:50 rather than 1:00 leading me to massively over exert myself when I’m starting to get into running. If this isn’t fixed I’ll look into a different app. ### 1/5 — No response *2020-01-06* I had been using this app for a long time but gps just stopped working. No response to my request for help ### 1/5 — Update your app or refund my money! *2019-09-24* I’ve been using the app and paid to do the C25K program. It stopped working with the new iOS (which developers have had access to for testing and development for months now). I contacted Run Double twice and have gotten no response, so now I’m having to use another app. I am very disappointed. ### 1/5 — Ap has many bugs *2019-09-18* Location is not detecting, option to ‘report a problem’ is not working. I’m stuck with an ap that doesn’t work. I’d like my money back but not sure how to get it since none of the ‘contact’ options work either. ### 1/5 — Glitches galore! *2019-08-30, version 1.0.12* I’ve had problems with the app and I’ve sent numerous emails and nobody ever responded. These guys probably don’t actually exist anymore. Do not buy this app. ### 1/5 — Great on android, sounds don’t work iOS *2019-04-18, version 1.0.12* I used this app on my crappy old android phone for a few years and totally loved it. I had purchased several running plans on it (which is saying something for a cheapskate like me!) and made it through weeks 7 and 8 several times over the years. Loved that I could run without music playing and track my progress on gps maps, and that there is nothing weight-loss or appearance focused about the platform - I’m in recovery from disordered eating and that sort of stuff can make or break my attempts at taking care of myself. Unfortunately, I just got an iPhone and am finding the app non functional for me in this format. I can’t hear the transition sounds (too quiet even when I turn volume up), and even though I have set the phone to vibrate on transitions it won’t. So, I’ll have to give some other apps a shot for getting my run on. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — I love this app *2024-11-10* I haven’t been able to run for almost 3 years and this app is incredibly helpful. It is very customizable, you can see on a map where you’ve run, and the announcements are wonderful when telling you when to run and walk (could be slightly tweaked though). ### 5/5 — Best training app ever *2024-05-12* I bought this app with iTunes card and used had for 10yrs and it really helps to run 30 mins for 5ks I just did a 5k last night and plan to start training with the app I was doing a different kind of training with a group in a run clinic but this is the best app ever to get into running I love it ### 5/5 — Good job *2020-07-16, version 1.0.12* Good job ### 5/5 — One small tweak *2017-12-20* I absolutely love this app. I’ve been using it for years to train for a variety of races, from 5k to half marathons. I also use it to improve my race times and to track simple mile runs. It’s got everything and it advances at a doable pace. The one tweak I would love to see is an “add interval” button added to the workout screen. I don’t even know how popular that would be, but for me I’d use it all the time. Right now I’m training for a 10k and I’ll run for 8 minutes 4 times (or whatever my intervals are for the given day), at the end of which I might feel like I can handle one more. It would be nice to just press a button on the workout screen and quickly add one more interval to the run without having to exit the current run. Just a thought from a run junkie. ### 5/5 — The best running app there is *2016-08-12* I've tried at least a dozen running apps. This is the best for beginners and for runners wanting to improve. ### 5/5 — Amazing APP *2016-06-13* Don't ask why a voice on an app can get me to run when no one I love could? But there's only you and the app. Your favorite music plays in the background. You can set what type of info you want to hear and how often you wish to hear if. The program is well known C25K and it works. I never ran 10 ft in my life now 4 months later run 5 miles routinely. The Facebook page is great and support is Fantastic! Buy the unlimited version - we'll worth it for variety after the C25K! 3 family members now on the program. Waiting in the 4th to start. ### 5/5 — My favorite 4 Running *2016-02-19* This is my preferred app for running and I have tried several. Vibration feature, music control, count down time visible and great stats. ### 5/5 — Amazing, Accurate, and the Best *2015-11-13, version 1.0.11* I started using this app around 8 weeks ago. This app is great to condition you and tells you your pace, intervals, and distance. The app is user friendly and very accurate on mileage. I also purchased Couch to 5k. I was not exercising at all and now 8 weeks later I can run a 5k without stopping. This is the best app for running! ### 5/5 — The *2015-10-29, version 1.0.11* Awesome app!!! I would have never done this without the workout plans on this app. If you have never been a runner and want to start this is where you should start ### 5/5 — Favorite running app *2015-08-09, version 1.0.11* No other app has helped me get in shape more than this one! You still have to make yourself get out and run, but this app makes it easy to progress. Buy the upgrades and pair the app with CharityMiles (for motivation,) and Nike+ (for added statistical depth.) Also, RunDouble's customer service is amazing! --- *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 2026-06-25.*