# Brute Force WOD vs RunBudApp

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RunBudApp at 100% against Brute Force WOD's 53%. RunBudApp also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.7). Brute Force WOD's advantage is ratings volume (166 vs 5) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brute Force WOD sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and RunBudApp sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RunBudApp holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brute Force WOD has 166 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of Brute Force WOD's written reviews are positive against 100% of RunBudApp's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Brute Force WOD | RunBudApp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (166 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brute-force-wod/id1008711151/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runbudapp/id6748336230/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **166** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 53.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 50 MB | 105 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Brute Force](https://appshunter.io/developer/1615821333) | [Jesufifunmi Olugbenga](https://appshunter.io/developer/1825302071) |

## What reviewers say

### Brute Force WOD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brute-force-wod/id1008711151)

This app offers structured training programs focused on Unstable Load Training to enhance physical and mental fitness. It provides daily workouts, challenges, and access to specialized programs, with different subscription tiers offering varying levels of content and features.

**Highlights:** Unstable Load Training programs, Daily Brute WODs, Nutrition guide, Mobility and breathwork videos, Movement library, Timers and weight trackers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tier 1 | $14.99 | per month |
| Tier 2 | $29.99 | per month |
| Base Plan Annual | $149.99 | per year |
| All Access Annual | $299.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💪 Great workouts
- 🏋️‍♀️ Challenging functional WODs
- 💡 Movement library for exercises
- 👍 Easy to use app
- 📱 Good for home workouts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Now requires payment for features
- ❌ False advertising
- 🚫 No customer service
- 📉 Workouts are shorter/easier now
- 🐛 App doesn't work

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work
- Daily WOD emails not arriving
- Comments deleted on messenger board
- Username/password issues
- Password reset emails not received

**Requested features**

- Add music section like Nike Run app
- Improve community/social networking
- Add timer functionality (AMRAP/TABATA/EMOM)
- Add cues for set changes
- Access to a library of workouts


### RunBudApp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runbudapp/id6748336230)

This running companion helps athletes optimize training, recovery, and performance. It offers tools for injury prevention, nutrition, sleep, hydration, and GPS run tracking. Additionally, it provides recruiting assistance for collegiate athletics and a store for running gear.

**Highlights:** GPS run tracking, Injury prevention and recovery guidance, Nutrition and sleep tools, Weightlifting and stretching aids, NCAA/NAIA recruiting assistance, Running gear store

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Donation | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Donation | $2.99 | one-time |
| Large Donation | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Donation | $9.99 | one-time |
| Superfan Donation | $19.99 | one-time |
| Champion Donation | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Brute Force WOD free?

Brute Force WOD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is RunBudApp free?

RunBudApp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Brute Force WOD or RunBudApp?

RunBudApp is rated higher. Brute Force WOD averages 3.7 out of 5 from 166 ratings, while RunBudApp averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do Brute Force WOD or RunBudApp have ads?

Neither Brute Force WOD nor RunBudApp shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*