Comparison

Plank Challenge vs Runiverse

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Plank Challenge

This app guides you through a 5-week program to build up to a 4-minute plank. It requires no equipment and can be done in just 4 minutes daily, with rest days incorporated for recovery. It also includes a bonus push-up progression.

Highlights
  • 5-week structured plank program
  • Progressive push-up training
  • Daily workout instructions
  • Progress tracking
  • Apple Music integration
  • Distraction-free interface
Features
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Hold a 4-minute plank in just 5 weeks – no gym, no equipment, only a few minutes a day. Plank Challenge is a proven, progressive program that takes you from beginner to a 4-minute plank, step by step. HOW IT WORKS - Train 4 days, rest 3 – your muscles get time to recover and grow stronger - Progressive plan designed to prevent injury - Clear daily instructions and progress tracking - Bonus: build from 1 to 100 push-ups at your own pace WHY PLANKS? Planks strengthen your abs, back and arms at the same time. They're one of the most effective bodyweight exercises for core stability and overall strength. FEATURES - 5-week structured program - Push-up challenge from 1 to 100 - Progress tracking - Apple Music integration – your music resumes automatically after each workout - Simple, distraction-free design FOR BEGINNERS AND RETURNERS Whether you're brand new or getting back into shape, the program meets you where you are. PRO - Ad-free - 4 premium themes - Trophy Room - Advanced statistics - Lifetime access – pay once Join 127,000+ people who have built a stronger core with Plank Challenge. Download now and see what you're capable of.

About

Runiverse

Features
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**러니버스 — 당신의 러닝, 당신의 우주** 매일 달리는 당신. 하지만 그 기록들이 그저 숫자로만 남아있진 않나요? Runiverse는 당신의 러닝 데이터를 우주의 언어로 번역합니다. 달린 거리는 궤도가 되고, 심박수는 행성의 펄스가 되며, GPS 경로는 밤하늘의 별자리가 됩니다. **주요 기능** • 35개 이상의 코스믹 스티커 - Orbital Rings: 행성 궤도 스타일 - Constellation: 별자리 경로 시각화 - Mission HUD: 우주선 계기판 스타일 - Stats Minimal: 깔끔한 데이터 카드 - Route Stickers: GPS 경로 15가지 변형 • 원터치 공유 - 탭 한 번으로 클립보드에 복사 - 인스타그램, 카카오톡, 메시지 어디든 즉시 붙여넣기 • Apple Health 연동 - 실시간 러닝/걷기 운동 데이터 동기화 - Apple Watch 기록 자동 가져오기 - 거리, 시간, 페이스, 심박수, 고도, 칼로리 지원 **Universe Pass (평생 소장)** 2,200원 일회 결제로 무한한 우주를 소유하세요: • 모든 코스믹 스티커 잠금 해제 • GPS 별자리 스티커 무제한 • 프리미엄 테마 (Orbital Rings, Mission HUD 등) • 향후 업데이트되는 모든 신규 디자인 • 광고 없는 순수한 경험 **개인정보 보호** • 모든 데이터는 기기에서만 처리됩니다 • 외부 서버 전송 없음 • 언제든 설정에서 권한 해제 가능 You Are a Universe.

Screenshots

Plank Challenge4 screens
Runiverse3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Runiverse at none against Plank Challenge's shown. Runiverse also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Plank Challenge sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Runiverse sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Plank Challenge ships an update every 3 weeks, Runiverse daily. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Plank Challenge versus Runiverse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlank ChallengeRuniverse
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (472 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews65.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings472 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBo KalvslundCHANSU KIM

Bugs and requests

Plank Challenge

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes after iOS 13 update
  • No times displayed after iOS 13 update
  • Audio mutes automatically between active and rest
  • App not running after iOS 13 update

Requested features

10 requests
  • Allow self-designed workouts
  • Integrate reminders
  • Add in-app music or motivational sounds
  • Provide explanation on different plank types
  • Include countdowns and motivational cues
Show 5 more
  • Suggest exercises for rest periods
  • Modern and minimalist design
  • Add a training plan for push-ups
  • Voice countdown for seconds
  • Dark mode option

Runiverse

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Plank Challenge

One-time1
  • Plank Challenge Pro$0.99
1 purchases

Runiverse

One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$0.99

Questions

Is Plank Challenge free?
Plank Challenge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Runiverse free?
Runiverse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Plank Challenge or Runiverse have ads?
Plank Challenge shows ads; Runiverse does not.
Which is updated more often, Plank Challenge or Runiverse?
Plank Challenge ships an update every 3 weeks, and Runiverse daily. Most recently, Plank Challenge was updated on October 23, 2026 and Runiverse on October 7, 2026.

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