# Running Walking Tracker Goals vs 5K Run

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Running Walking Tracker Goals at 77% against 5K Run's 24%. Running Walking Tracker Goals also leads on ratings volume (107K vs 2.2K) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). 5K Run's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Running Walking Tracker Goals sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and 5K Run sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Running Walking Tracker Goals holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Running Walking Tracker Goals has 107K ratings behind it against 2.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Running Walking Tracker Goals's written reviews are positive against 24% of 5K Run's.

Running Walking Tracker Goals ships an update monthly, 5K Run every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Running Walking Tracker Goals | 5K Run |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (107K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-walking-tracker-goals/id1136617388/reviews)** | [4.6 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5k-run-beginner-training-plan/id1271409505/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **107K** | 2.2K |
| Positive reviews | **77.4% of reviews** | 24.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 53 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.5 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [AK Apptuitive GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1126285171) | [Carlos Fernandez Mayor](https://appshunter.io/developer/1544231737) |

## What reviewers say

### Running Walking Tracker Goals

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-walking-tracker-goals/id1136617388)

Track your running, walking, and biking activities to achieve fitness goals like weight loss or calorie counting. Monitor distance, speed, elevation, and calories burned with voice control and Apple Watch integration. Offers various activity types and customizable goals.

**Highlights:** Track distance, time, speed, elevation, calories, Voice control with Siri, Apple Watch integration, Set custom fitness goals, Analyze sports activities, Monthly activity summaries, Share fitness results

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Premium Training plans | $7.99 | per month |
| HIIT Interval Training Timer | $7.99 | per month |
| Walking for Weight Loss MVP 1M | $7.99 | per month |
| Running for Weight Loss MVP 1M | $7.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Walking for Weight Loss MVP 3M | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium | $23.99 | per 3 months |
| 3 Months Premium | $24.99 | per 3 months |
| 3 Months Premium | $24.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Months Premium | $38.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium | $44.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium | $44.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium, Training plans | $44.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium | $44.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate tracking
- 💪 Motivating and helpful for fitness goals
- 📊 Detailed statistics and progress tracking
- 🗺️ Useful GPS mapping and route history

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Premium features locked behind paywall
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and data loss issues
- 🔋 Drains battery when used for long periods
- 🤖 Robotic/monotonous voice feedback

**Reported bugs**

- GPS tracking issues leading to inaccurate distance/pace
- Workouts not saving or syncing properly
- App freezing or crashing during use

**Requested features**

- Treadmill workout tracking
- Ability to connect with friends/community
- More customization options for goals and metrics
- Improved pause/resume functionality


### 5K Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5k-run-beginner-training-plan/id1271409505)

This app guides beginners from inactivity to running a 5K with a flexible, adaptive training plan. It offers audio cues during runs and integrates with HealthKit to track progress and Apple Watch activity.

**Highlights:** Adaptive 5K training plan, Voice trainer for run/walk intervals, Flexible workout scheduling, HealthKit integration, Motivation and progress tracking

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plan de entrenamiento 5K | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Motivating for beginners
- 💡 Gradual training program

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable sync with Apple Watch
- 🔒 Lack of customer support
- 💰 Hidden in-app purchases
- 🔄 Inability to repeat or restart stages

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and loses user progress
- Inconsistent tracking of distance and pace
- Issues with treadmill workouts

**Requested features**

- Ability to manually adjust training program
- More detailed workout information
- Integration with other fitness apps
- Audio cues for run/walk transitions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Running Walking Tracker Goals free?

Running Walking Tracker Goals is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is 5K Run free?

5K Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Running Walking Tracker Goals or 5K Run?

Running Walking Tracker Goals is rated higher. Running Walking Tracker Goals averages 4.8 out of 5 from 107K ratings, while 5K Run averages 4.6 from 2.2K ratings.

### Do Running Walking Tracker Goals or 5K Run have ads?

Neither Running Walking Tracker Goals nor 5K Run shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Running Walking Tracker Goals or 5K Run?

Running Walking Tracker Goals ships an update monthly, and 5K Run every 10 days. Most recently, Running Walking Tracker Goals was updated on September 27, 2026 and 5K Run on September 26, 2026.

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