Comparison

VO2 Max vs Vitality Vault

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

Head to head
About

VO2 Max

Track your body's oxygen absorption at peak effort with detailed insights and performance estimates for running and cycling. Visualize trends, compare personal bests, and understand your cardio fitness level with a redesigned dashboard and Apple Watch integration.

Highlights
  • VO2 max estimation for running and cycling
  • Performance estimates (W/kg, FTP)
  • Redesigned dashboard with trends and personal bests
  • Interactive charts with customizable date ranges
  • Apple Watch complications and iPhone widgets
  • Cardio fitness level comparison by age and sex
Features
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VO₂ Max shows how much oxygen your body can absorb at peak effort. The redesigned dashboard puts the latest measurement, rolling averages, and your personal best in one view so you immediately see how training affects cardio fitness. ESTIMATES FOR RUN & BIKE - New tab turns VO₂ max + weight + power into W/kg and FTP estimates for running and cycling. - Compare modeled race times and power against your actual HealthKit FTP/power. NEW DASHBOARD - Trend cards highlight the 7-day average, any selected range, and your best value with percentage deltas. - The interactive chart responds to 1W, 2W, 1M, 3M, 1Y, or All filters and animates every new HealthKit reading. - Entry tiles list the test type, source, and timestamp so you can compare prediction and max-exercise tests. INSIGHTS & GUIDANCE - The info sheet matches your value with the correct age and sex bracket to explain whether it is poor, good, or superior. - Manual refresh, HealthKit warnings, and empty states keep permissions and sync issues obvious. - Trial countdown and subscription access stay a tap away. APPLE WATCH + WIDGETS - All complication families are supported, so your latest VO₂ max is available on every watch face. - iPhone Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets follow the dashboard range you selected. - The Widget Showcase walks you through pinning widgets or complications and previewing layouts. HOW VO₂ MAX IS CAPTURED 1. Wear Apple Watch for at least 24 hours, then record several Outdoor Walk, Outdoor Run, or Hiking workouts with heart rate and GPS. 2. Apple may need several qualifying workouts and passive measurements before the first VO₂ max estimate appears. 3. Give this app read access to Cardio Fitness (VO₂ Max) in Apple Health so the dashboard, widgets, and complications can display the data. Requires Apple Watch Series 3 or later. VO₂ Max makes it easy to see if your cardio fitness plan is working today, over the last weeks, and all time. Terms and conditions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Vitality Vault

Features
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Vitality Vault: Your Ultimate Fitness Companion Unlock the path to your healthiest self with Vitality Vault! Designed for fitness enthusiasts of all levels, our app provides you with the tools and insights needed to achieve your fitness goals, whether it's weight loss, maintenance, or weight gain. Key Features: Personalized Fitness Profile: Input your height, weight, age, gender, and activity level to create a detailed fitness profile tailored just for you. Goal-Oriented Planning: Choose your fitness goal: weight loss, maintenance, or weight gain. Vitality Vault will guide you with personalized recommendations to keep you on track. Comprehensive Health Metrics: - BMI (Body Mass Index): Understand your body composition with our easy-to-read BMI calculations. - BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate): Discover the number of calories your body needs at rest to maintain essential functions. - TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure): Calculate the total calories you burn each day based on your activity level. - Goal Calories and Macronutrient Breakdown: Get a detailed breakdown of your daily calorie and macronutrient needs, tailored to your specific fitness goal. Know exactly how much protein, carbs, and fat you should consume to achieve your desired results. Why Choose Vitality Vault? - User-Friendly Interface: Our intuitive design makes it easy for you to input your data and understand your results. - Accurate Calculations: Vitality Vault uses proven formulas to provide you with accurate health metrics and recommendations. Start your journey to a healthier, fitter you with Vitality Vault today! Download now and take the first step towards unlocking your full potential.

Screenshots

VO2 Max4 screens
Vitality Vault4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vitality Vault at none against VO2 Max's 3. Vitality Vault also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads 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. VO2 Max sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Vitality Vault asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
VO2 Max versus Vitality Vault: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVO2 MaxVitality Vault
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (131 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews26.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings131 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBernhard HeringMatthew Howell

In-app purchases

3 purchases

VO2 Max

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$22.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$79.99
None

Vitality Vault

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VO2 Max free?
VO2 Max is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Vitality Vault free?
Vitality Vault is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VO2 Max or Vitality Vault have ads?
Neither VO2 Max nor Vitality Vault shows ads.

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