# Running Walking Tracker Goals vs Vert

The clearest difference is ads: Running Walking Tracker Goals at none against Vert's shown. Running Walking Tracker Goals also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (109K vs 75). Vert's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, 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 Vert sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. 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 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Running Walking Tracker Goals has 109K ratings behind it against 75, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 78% and 77% positive.

Running Walking Tracker Goals ships an update monthly, Vert weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Running Walking Tracker Goals | Vert |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (109K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-walking-tracker-goals/id1136617388/reviews)** | [4.4 (75 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vert-trail-running-coach/id1560376613/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **109K** | 75 |
| Positive reviews | **77.5% of reviews** | 77.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 47 MB | 108 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AK Apptuitive GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1126285171) | [Vertrun INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1560376615) |

## 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


### Vert

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vert-trail-running-coach/id1560376613)

This app provides personalized training plans and expert coaching for trail and ultra runners, from 5K to 100+ miles. It adapts to your life and terrain, offering features like elevation tracking and seamless device syncing.

**Highlights:** Personalized trail training plans, Human coaching and real support, Elevation and terrain-focused training, Adaptable workout schedules, Seamless device syncing, Progress tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro: Trail Training Plans | $19.99 | per month |
| Legacy  Vert lite | $24.99 | per month |
| Legacy  Vert coaching lite | $29.99 | per month |
| 1:1 Trail Running Coaching | $44.99 | per month |
| Vert Pro Annual Upgrade Offer | $99.99 | per year |
| Pro Annual: Ultra Training | $119.00 | per year |
| Legacy  Vert coaching 6m | $154.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium: one to one coaching | $199.99 | per month |
| 12 months of coaching | $309.00 | per year |
| Personal Running Coach Annual | $390.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👨‍🏫 Expert coaching from world-class athletes
- 📋 Well-designed personalized training plans
- 💬 Strong community engagement features
- 🎯 Effective race preparation and goal achievement
- 💰 Affordable pricing for quality coaching

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and technical glitches
- 🔐 Login and authentication issues
- ⚠️ Unreliable app stability
- 🔄 Plans fail to load or display properly
- 📞 Inconsistent coach communication and support

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently during use
- Login errors with Apple and Google authentication
- Training plans fail to load or display
- Workout times show different values in week vs day view
- Strava integration sends duplicate activities

**Requested features**

- Calendar integration like competitor apps
- More comprehensive nutrition and diet content
- Better device integration (Garmin, Suunto)
- Improved year selection for date of birth input
- Better workout recording options (partial completion tracking)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Running Walking Tracker Goals free?

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

### Is Vert free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Running Walking Tracker Goals or Vert?

Running Walking Tracker Goals is rated higher. Running Walking Tracker Goals averages 4.8 out of 5 from 109K ratings, while Vert averages 4.4 from 75 ratings.

### Do Running Walking Tracker Goals or Vert have ads?

Vert shows ads; Running Walking Tracker Goals does not.

### Which is updated more often, Running Walking Tracker Goals or Vert?

Running Walking Tracker Goals ships an update monthly, and Vert weekly. Most recently, Running Walking Tracker Goals was updated on October 31, 2026 and Vert on October 25, 2026.

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