# Run With Hal vs NXTRUNN

The clearest difference is update cadence: NXTRUNN at every 5 days against Run With Hal's monthly. NXTRUNN also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Run With Hal's advantage is ratings volume (2.9K vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Run With Hal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and NXTRUNN sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NXTRUNN 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 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Run With Hal ships an update monthly, NXTRUNN every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Run With Hal | NXTRUNN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-with-hal/id1437166081/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nxtrunn/id6781501670/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 65.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 47 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Peaksware, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/408047718) | [NXTRUNN LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6781501672) |

## 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


### NXTRUNN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nxtrunn/id6781501670)

Discover run clubs, events, and coaches. Track your progress, plan race weekends, and collect your finishes. Find runner-friendly businesses and access training tools. Connect with a supportive running community.

**Highlights:** Discover run clubs and events, Track running progress and mileage, Plan race weekends with budgeting, Collect verified race finishes, Find coaches and support specialists, Access runner-specific training tools, Discover runner-friendly businesses

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Run With Hal free?

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

### Is NXTRUNN free?

NXTRUNN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Run With Hal or NXTRUNN?

NXTRUNN is rated higher. Run With Hal averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while NXTRUNN averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Run With Hal or NXTRUNN have ads?

Neither Run With Hal nor NXTRUNN shows ads.

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

Run With Hal ships an update monthly, and NXTRUNN every 5 days. Most recently, Run With Hal was updated on October 22, 2026 and NXTRUNN on October 24, 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.*