# 5K Run vs Treadmill

The clearest difference is rating: 5K Run at 4.7 against Treadmill's 3.4. 5K Run also leads on ratings volume (2.2K vs 18). Treadmill's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (45% vs 24%). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 5K Run sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Treadmill asks for nothing beyond the download.

5K Run holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 5K Run has 2.2K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 24% of 5K Run's written reviews are positive against 45% of Treadmill's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 10 days. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | 5K Run | Treadmill |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5k-run-beginner-training-plan/id1271409505/reviews)** | [3.4 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/treadmill-indoor-run-tracker/id1319091914/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.2K** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | 24.3% of reviews | **45.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 25 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Carlos Fernandez Mayor](https://appshunter.io/developer/1544231737) | [Adam Hellewell](https://appshunter.io/developer/720808693) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Treadmill

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/treadmill-indoor-run-tracker/id1319091914)

Accurately track your treadmill workouts and sync data to HealthKit to help you achieve your daily fitness goals. The app calculates calorie burn based on your weight for precise results.

**Highlights:** Treadmill workout tracking, HealthKit data synchronization, Accurate calorie burn calculation, Weight-based calorie adjustment, Fill daily activity rings

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 5K Run free?

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

### Is Treadmill free?

Treadmill is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, 5K Run or Treadmill?

5K Run is rated higher. 5K Run averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while Treadmill averages 3.4 from 18 ratings.

### Do 5K Run or Treadmill have ads?

Neither 5K Run nor Treadmill shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 5K Run or Treadmill?

5K Run ships an update every 10 days, and Treadmill every 10 days. Most recently, 5K Run was updated on November 6, 2026 and Treadmill on November 6, 2026.

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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.*