# Run With Hal vs Set Tracker 2

The clearest difference is price: Run With Hal at Free against Set Tracker 2's $1.99. Run With Hal also leads on ratings volume (2.9K vs 4) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). Set Tracker 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (100% vs 65%). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Run With Hal is free to download; Set Tracker 2 costs $1.99 up front. Run With Hal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Set Tracker 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Set Tracker 2 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Run With Hal has 2.9K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of Run With Hal's written reviews are positive against 100% of Set Tracker 2's.

Run With Hal ships an update monthly, Set Tracker 2 every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Run With Hal | Set Tracker 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [4.7 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-with-hal/id1437166081/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/set-tracker-2/id6764659243/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 65.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 47 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Peaksware, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/408047718) | [IronByte Forge LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895867999) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Set Tracker 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/set-tracker-2/id6764659243)

Log your weight, reps, volume, and rest intervals to analyze your workout data and discover what works best for your body. Visualize your progress with advanced charts or export your data for further analysis. It can also be used as a simple logging tool or to track your current set.

**Highlights:** Log weight, reps, volume, intensity, and rest, Advanced built-in charts for progress visualization, Export raw data to CSV, Gamified lifter avatar with XP, Live activity rest timers, Customizable interface themes, Track strength standards (IPF GL, DOTS, Wilks)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Run With Hal free?

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

### Is Set Tracker 2 free?

Set Tracker 2 costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Run With Hal or Set Tracker 2?

Set Tracker 2 is rated higher. Run With Hal averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while Set Tracker 2 averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Run With Hal or Set Tracker 2 have ads?

Neither Run With Hal nor Set Tracker 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Run With Hal or Set Tracker 2?

Run With Hal ships an update monthly, and Set Tracker 2 every 3 months. Most recently, Run With Hal was updated on October 29, 2026 and Set Tracker 2 on September 21, 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.*