# RunHelper - Free GPS Tracker for Runners

> GPS running tracker for mileage, calories, pace, and progress visualization. (iPhone/iPad app by Bluefin Software, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runhelper-free-gps-tracker-for-runners/id582654013 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bluefin Software, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/301233671)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 23 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.1 · 35 MB
- Languages: British English, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek and 20 more
- Released: 2012-12-27
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runhelper-free-gps-tracker-for-runners/id582654013/reviews.md

## What is RunHelper?

RunHelper is the simplest way to track your runs, period. Instantly view your total mileage, calories burned, and runs completed. Select your distance and let RunHelper do the rest. You’ll still have to run though.

RunHelper maps your runs, motivates you, and tracks your progress. Know exactly how much road you’ve chewed up and calories you’ve burned so you'll know just how many Holiday cookies to eat (or not to eat). We’ve built-in all the great features that make our apps the best training apps:

GPS
Run faster or slow down? See your distance and pace with just a glance on the workout screen. In app GPS tracks your workout while you run outdoors.

AUDIO QUES 
Running out and back? No problem. RunHelper will let you know when to turn around and head back.

MUSIC
Good music makes a workout. Don’t let the bad music slow you down. Change tracks or playlists right from the workout screen without interrupting your workout.

JOURNAL
Some runs are better than others. Record what the weather was like, how you felt, and where you ran. And don’t forget to add a note. View your runs in either calendar or list view.

GRAPHS
A picture is worth a thousand words. See your pace, distance, calories and weight progress on beautiful graphs.

MAP
Seeing is believing. See your workout route on a map with mile markers displaying your pace and distance. 

SHARE
Motivate and get motivated. Share your workouts on Facebook and Twitter right from the app.

CONNECT*
You worked hard to log all those workouts. Make sure they are safe with automatic cloud backup. But that’s not all! You will also:
  - Earn points and unlock achievements
  - Get Workout reminders
  - Receive Weekly workout summary via email
  - See all your workouts from all your Bluefin apps in one place 
  - See detailed pace and elevation charts

* Subscribe to RunHelper Connect right from the app with in-app-purchase.  30-day free trial included.

Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

Compatible with iOS 9.0, requires iOS 6.0 or greater.

## Key features

- GPS run tracking
- Mileage and calorie calculation
- Audio cues for turns
- In-app music control
- Run journaling
- Progress graphs
- Workout mapping

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Optional 12 Month Subscription | $14.99 | one-time |
| Optional 6 Month Subscription | $8.99 | one-time |
| Optional 3 Month Subscription | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 23)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runhelper-free-gps-tracker-for-runners/id582654013/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best running app

*2022-05-13*

This is by far the best running up out there. It has EVERYTHING (minus its sister app’s (ease into C25K) ability to advance or repeat aim interval) . One of the few apps to let you set goals (distance, time OR calorie - some only available with plus version but worth every penny) as well as set walk/run intervals. It’s the only app that has all these features in one and NO SUBSCRIPTION needed) Plus it plays your music & has voice options to choose from for your prompts & notifications (and the voices don’t sound like creepy automated voices, they sound like real people). Big thank you to Blufin for updating the plus version of the app. You have THE BEST app out there please keep those UPDATES coming!!!! By this app you will not regret it and you will save so much money over the other apps that require subscriptions for all of the same capability.

### 3/5 — Was good

*2021-07-07*

I’ve had the Run Helper Plus app for years. Last night it stopped working and I had to uninstall and when I tried to reinstall it tells me the app is no longer available.  RunHelper Plus was the absolute best app and I bought it years ago.  Please bring it back.  I need that app. I use it several times a week.

### 1/5 — Don’t work!!!!

*2018-10-20*

Tried to get the app to share to FB but it don’t!!! Have asked several times for help but didn’t even get a reply!!!!  Still would like some help with this app!!!!

### 4/5 — Still good!

*2013-11-21*

Still like the program a lot! But sometimes when you start a run the music does not start. Also on an iPhone 5 at least, if you have a lot of music playlists you can't activate the ones deeper down the list as they simply bounce back up before you can checkmark them.

### 5/5 — Love

*2013-11-11*

This app is easy to use and gives you the two best options: time and distance. The GPS is great, the maps are fun to look at at the end, and the stats are helpful too.  All in all a fabulous app to keep you running and feeling motivated by your own results.

### 2/5 — Not the best app

*2013-09-22*

What ever time I run on the home screen is always a different time in the journal.

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2013-09-13, version 3.3.5*

I started using this to monitor greater distances after completing Ease into 5k. No complaints, awesome app.

### 5/5 — Love this app!

*2013-08-20*

I love that I can run pandora and switch back and forth with no interruption!

### 4/5 — Love it, but.....

*2013-07-10*

Lately this has been happening more often: run the time on the first mile seems right, but the time on the other miles is the combined time of previous miles plus the current mile. My fastest time on the journal home page is about 20s slower than my journal tells me is my fastest time.  Other than the time issues, I love this app and use it every day!

Also, my total run time is logged but several show up in the journal as 0:00 :( Please fix, I love this app!!!

### 4/5 — Good runnings

*2013-07-08, version 3.3.4*

Great app.  Music playlist and volume integration could be improved.

## Frequently asked questions about RunHelper

### What is RunHelper's primary function?

RunHelper's primary function is to track outdoor runs using GPS. It allows users to view total mileage, calories burned, pace, and map their routes.

### Does RunHelper offer any motivational features?

Yes, RunHelper motivates users by tracking progress, allowing them to share workouts on social media, and offering achievements through its 'Connect' subscription.

### How does RunHelper handle workout data?

RunHelper allows users to journal their runs, recording details like weather and how they felt. It also provides progress visualization through graphs and maps.

### What are the 'RunHelper Connect' features?

RunHelper Connect offers automatic cloud backup, workout reminders, weekly email summaries, integration with other Bluefin apps, and detailed pace/elevation charts. It includes a 30-day free trial.

### What devices is RunHelper compatible with?

RunHelper is compatible with iPhone and iPod. It requires iOS 6.0 or greater, with the latest version supporting iOS 9.0.

### How often is RunHelper updated?

The latest version of RunHelper, 3.5.8, was last updated on June 21, 2015. This indicates a less frequent update schedule in recent years.

### What is the user rating for RunHelper?

RunHelper has a rating of 3.8 stars based on 6 user ratings.

### Can RunHelper be used offline?

While the app's core tracking features rely on GPS, the journaling and progress viewing aspects can likely be accessed offline after data has been recorded. However, GPS functionality requires a signal.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.5.8 — 2015-06-21

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Restored posting to Facebook

### 3.5.7 — 2014-12-12

3.5.7 (this update)
- Integration with Health app in iOS 8
- Bug fixes

3.5.6
- Fixed a bug that prevented the app to start on iOS 6.x devices

3.5.5
- Fixed crash due to music playlist
- Fixed "Add to Calendar" crash for iOS 6

3.5
- iOS 8 compatible
- Add workouts to your iOS Calendar
- Preview your workout schedule
- Print out the workout schedule with AirPrint
- See the route map on the workout screen
- Auto pause and re-start (must enable in Settings first)

### 3.5.6 — 2014-09-27

3.5.6 (this update)
- Fixed a bug that prevented the app to start on iOS 6.x devices

3.5.5
- Fixed crash due to music playlist
- Fixed "Add to Calendar" crash for iOS 6

3.5
- iOS 8 compatible
- Add workouts to your iOS Calendar
- Preview your workout schedule
- Print out the workout schedule with AirPrint
- See the route map on the workout screen
- Auto pause and re-start (must enable in Settings first)

### 3.5.5 — 2014-09-23

- Fixed crash due to music playlist
- Fixed "Add to Calendar" crash for iOS 6

### 3.5 — 2014-09-14

- iOS 8 compatible

New Features:
- Add walks to your iPhone Calendar
- Preview your walk schedule
- Print out the walk schedule with AirPrint
- You can now see the route map on the workout screen
- Auto pause and re-start workouts (must enable in settings first)

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## More apps by Bluefin Software, LLC

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- [Ease into 10K](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ease-into-10k/id358536821)
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All apps by Bluefin Software, LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/301233671

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