Comparison

RQ Runlevel vs PaceMaster

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

Head to head
About

RQ Runlevel

This app analyzes your running performance to help you understand your run level and physical condition. It provides personalized pace zones and visualizes training pressure to prevent overtraining. Improve your running technique and achieve your personal best with data-driven insights.

Highlights
  • Running analysis and run level evaluation
  • Personalized pace zone recommendations
  • Training pressure index visualization
  • Physical and fatigue indicator analysis
  • Running technology and technique insights
  • Integration with health data
Features
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“We believe there must be a better way of training for you in this world.” RQ was born for this. Understanding yourself is the first step for better training, and RQ can help. 【Running Analysis】 Help you evaluate the performance of your running ability(run level), knowing your own running changes, and provide the most suitable pace zone for your scientific training. 【Pressure calculation】 Visualise the training pressure index every time when you upload training records. Through this training index, you can master your own schedule and avoid overtraining. 【Grasp the situation】 Based on all your previous training records, analyze your current physical, fatigue and conditional indicators to help you get the personal best. 【Attention to technology】 Running technology is important but easily ignored, through the data you will understand your technical indicators under each pace zone, helping you run faster, farther, less vulnerable. Privacy Policy: https://www.runningquotient.com/site/license Terms of Use: https://www.runningquotient.com/site/contract Support Email: support@runningquotient.com Health Information Access Instructions When you tap "Setting" -> "Connect Device" -> "Health", RQ Runlevel will request authorization to read health information of "Workouts", "Workouts Routes", "Heart Rate", "Steps", "Walk + Running Distance", “Running Speed”, “Running Stride Length”, “Running Power”, “Vertical Oscillation”, “Ground Contact Time” for RQ Runlevel to analyze your running records, privacy policy: https://www.runningquotient.com/site/license. Please note that continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. Information about the auto-renewable nature of the subscription: – First Time Subscription Offer: When you qualify for a first time subscription (as determined by the App Store), you can subscribe for one month at the first month's discounted price of TWD$30 (as shown on the system), and the subscription will be automatically renewed at the original price after the expiration date, or if you do not want to renew your subscription, you can cancel it by going to your Apple Account Settings. – Title of subscription: “Premium - Monthly”, "Premium - Quarterly", "Premium - Half-yearly, “Premium - Yearly” – Length of subscription: 1 month, 3 month, 6 month, 1 year, respectively – Price of subscription: 1 month US$12.99, 3 month US$32.99, 6 month US$59.99, 1 year US$99.99 (system display shall prevail) – Payment will be charged to Apple Account at confirmation of purchase – Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period – Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal – Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase – No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period – The discount does not apply to App subscriptions. For discounts, please go to the website and use credit card auto-purchase for automatic deduction – RQ money cannot be redeemed for Apple subscriptions, please use RQ money on website – Privacy Policy: https://www.runningquotient.com/site/license – Terms of Use: https://www.runningquotient.com/site/contract

About

PaceMaster

This app is a comprehensive marathon training and pacing tool. It offers personalized training plans, pace calculators, and race day strategy adjustments based on environmental factors and personal performance. It also includes professional running tools to enhance efficiency.

Highlights
  • Dual-mode marathon pace calculator
  • Personalized training plans
  • Professional training algorithms
  • Smart race day strategy
  • Performance predictions
  • Built-in metronome
Features
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Pace Master — Professional Marathon Training & Pacing Strategy [All-in-One Marathon Pace Calculator & Intelligent Training System] Whether you are a first-time marathoner or an elite runner chasing a sub-3, Pace Master is your most reliable digital coach. We provide more than just pace calculations; our advanced algorithms build a complete execution plan from training to race day. Core Highlights: 1. Dual-Mode Marathon Pace Calculator - Pace to Result: Input your target pace to get instant split times for 5K, 10K, Half, and Full Marathons. - Result to Pace: Input your goal finish time, and the system automatically calculates the precise pace required for every mile/kilometer. 2. Personalized Training Plans - Smart Generation: Customize 12, 16, 18, 20, or 24-week training cycles. - Intensity Levels: Choose from "Easy Start," "Steady Build," or "All-Out Sprint" to match your current fitness level. - Watch Export: Export your plan as a standard .fit file to sync with your sports watch. 3. Professional Training Algorithms - Six Intensity Zones: Precisely define E/M/T/I/R pace and heart rate zones to ensure scientific, injury-free training. - Volume Guidance: Dynamically calculate weekly mileage and high-intensity workout ratios based on your target goal. 4. Smart Race Day Strategy & Fueling - Dynamic Environmental Correction: Adjust your target pace per mile based on race day temperature, humidity, and course elevation/slope. - Scientific Fueling Plan: Get precise hydration and fueling (gels/salt tabs) schedules based on your sweat rate and metabolism. 5. Performance Predictions - Analyze your recent 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon performance to dynamically predict your full marathon potential. 6. Professional Running Tools - Built-in professional metronome to help stabilize your cadence and improve running efficiency. Why Choose Pace Master? - Data-Driven Design: Native tech rendering provides a pure, hardcore tool experience focused on your data. - Global Perspective: Supports 9 languages and seamless switching between Metric (km/Celsius) and Imperial (miles/Fahrenheit) units. Subscription Info & Terms: Pace Master Pro Auto-Renewal: - Subscription Periods: 1 Month (Pro Monthly), 12 Months (Pro Yearly). - Price: As displayed in-app. - Payment: Charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation. - Auto-Renewal: Renews automatically within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - Cancellation: Manage or disable auto-renewal in your iOS Account Settings at least 24 hours before the period ends. Agreements: - Terms of Service: https://psds.app/terms - Privacy Policy: https://psds.app/privacy - Support: support@psds.app Download Pace Master today and start your journey to a new PB!

Screenshots

RQ Runlevel4 screens
PaceMaster4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: PaceMaster at none against RQ Runlevel's shown. PaceMaster also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). RQ Runlevel's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (89 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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. RQ Runlevel sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and PaceMaster sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PaceMaster holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RQ Runlevel has 89 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RQ Runlevel ships an update every 6 days, PaceMaster every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
RQ Runlevel versus PaceMaster: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRQ RunlevelPaceMaster
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (89 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews72.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings89 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.616.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size109 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPERPETUUM ONLINE CORP.知昶 臧

Customer experience

RQ Runlevel

All ratings89 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral2.2%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews59 reviews
Positive72.9%
Neutral8.5%
Negative18.6%

PaceMaster

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

RQ Runlevel

Subscriptions4
  • Premium - Monthly1 Month trial$11.991 Month
  • Premium - Quarterly1 Month trial$29.993 Months
  • Premium - Half Yearly1 Month trial$49.996 Months
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  • Premium - Yearly1 Month trial$99.991 Year
2 purchases

PaceMaster

Subscriptions2
  • PaceMaster Pro7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • PaceMaster Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is RQ Runlevel free?
RQ Runlevel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PaceMaster free?
PaceMaster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RQ Runlevel or PaceMaster?
PaceMaster is rated higher. RQ Runlevel averages 4.8 out of 5 from 89 ratings, while PaceMaster averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do RQ Runlevel or PaceMaster have ads?
RQ Runlevel shows ads; PaceMaster does not.
Which is updated more often, RQ Runlevel or PaceMaster?
RQ Runlevel ships an update every 6 days, and PaceMaster every 3 months. Most recently, RQ Runlevel was updated on November 6, 2026 and PaceMaster on November 3, 2026.

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