# My Run Plan vs Run With Hal

The clearest difference is rating: Run With Hal at 4.7 against My Run Plan's 3.9. Run With Hal also leads on review sentiment (65% vs 32%) and ratings volume (2.9K vs 182). My Run Plan's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 14.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. My Run Plan sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $39.00 per month and Run With Hal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Run With Hal holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Run With Hal has 2.9K ratings behind it against 182, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of My Run Plan's written reviews are positive against 65% of Run With Hal's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | My Run Plan | Run With Hal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (182 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-run-plan/id1289310911/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-with-hal/id1437166081/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 182 | **2.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 31.9% of reviews | **65.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 90 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Focus-N-Fly](https://appshunter.io/developer/400434738) | [Peaksware, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/408047718) |

## What reviewers say

### My Run Plan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-run-plan/id1289310911)

This app creates personalized running training plans based on your goals, schedule, and fitness level. It uses a patented algorithm to optimize your progression and prepare you for races. The app also offers coaching support and syncs with popular fitness trackers.

**Highlights:** Personalized training plans, Adaptive schedule adjustments, Coach support for training and nutrition, Syncs with activity trackers, Race day preparation

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| My Run Plan | $39.00 | per month |
| My Run Plan | $219.00 | per 6 months |
| My Run Plan | $399.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 📅 Effective personalized training plans that adapt to performance
- 🎯 Customizable workout schedules with flexible run day assignment
- 💪 Comprehensive cross-training guidance with instructional videos
- 📱 Good integration with fitness devices like Garmin and Strava
- 👨‍🏫 Responsive coach support with quick email responses

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Subscription screen lock preventing app access despite active subscription
- 💳 Deceptive pricing model - subscription required only revealed after data entry
- 🚫 Difficult or impossible to cancel subscription
- 💰 Expensive subscription cost ($9.99-$65) without free trial option
- 🔄 Recurring renewal glitches that lock users out periodically

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription screen lock - app stuck on subscription page despite active subscription
- Login loop - unable to register or login properly
- App crashes during runs, losing workout data
- Deleted runs reappearing automatically
- Training plan randomly removes goal races and resets fitness progress

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app for starting workouts from watch
- Ability to manually enter race events
- Indoor activity tracking options
- Trail running and terrain-aware features
- Terrain and elevation acknowledgment in training


### Run With Hal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-with-hal/id1437166081)

This app provides personalized, adaptive training plans for various running distances, from 5K to 50K. It's guided by legendary coach Hal Higdon and adjusts to your progress, schedule, and goals. Features include GPS tracking, daily tips, and progress summaries to help you achieve your running ambitions.

**Highlights:** Adaptive training plans, Plans for 5K to 50K races, Daily motivation from Hal Higdon, GPS tracking, Flexible scheduling, Progress tracking and summaries

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Run With Hal+ 1 Month | $6.99 | per month |
| Run With Hal+ 6 Month | $35.99 | per 6 months |
| Run With Hal+ 1 Year | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to follow plan
- 🚀 Adaptive training
- 💪 Helps achieve goals
- 🎉 Great for beginners
- 🤖 Structured and detailed

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔀 Lacks flexibility to adjust schedule
- 🤔 Questionable pacing recommendations
- 🔌 No Apple Watch integration
- 📊 Limited data tracking and feedback
- 🐛 Technical issues and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during runs
- Syncing issues with fitness trackers
- Inconsistent pacing calculations
- Inability to delete or modify existing training plans

**Requested features**

- Add ability to adjust schedule and swap workout days
- Integrate with more fitness tracking platforms (Apple Health, Strava, etc.)
- Provide more detailed performance feedback and analytics
- Add audio/voice cues during runs
- Improve cross-training logging and support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is My Run Plan free?

My Run Plan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Run With Hal free?

Run With Hal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, My Run Plan or Run With Hal?

Run With Hal is rated higher. My Run Plan averages 3.9 out of 5 from 182 ratings, while Run With Hal averages 4.7 from 2.9K ratings.

### Do My Run Plan or Run With Hal have ads?

Neither My Run Plan nor Run With Hal shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, My Run Plan or Run With Hal?

My Run Plan ships an update monthly, and Run With Hal monthly. Most recently, My Run Plan was updated on October 23, 2026 and Run With Hal on October 29, 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.*