# Running App vs Running

The clearest difference is rating: Running App at 4.9 against Running's 4.4. Running App also leads on ratings volume (1.1K vs 170). Running's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Running App sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Running asks for nothing beyond the download.

Running App holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Running App has 1.1K ratings behind it against 170, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 62% of Running App's written reviews are positive against 71% of Running's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Running App ships an update every 3 months, Running every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Running App | Running |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-app-run-tracker/id1453356724/reviews)** | [4.4 (170 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-running-tracker/id1566469795/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 170 |
| Positive reviews | 61.8% of reviews | **71.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 116 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Leap Health](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687598595) | [Beijing Free Calculator Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1457813265) |

## What reviewers say

### Running App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-app-run-tracker/id1453356724)

Track your runs with GPS, monitor key stats like distance, speed, and calories burned, and analyze your performance with detailed graphs. Offers personalized training plans and audio feedback to help you achieve your fitness goals.

**Highlights:** Real-time GPS route mapping, Detailed run statistics analysis, Personalized training plans, Audio feedback from voice coach, Performance comparison graphs, Sync with Apple Health

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Membership | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Monthly subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| Yearly Membership | $9.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy for beginners
- 👍 Keeps users on track
- 👍 Great for running/jogging/walking
- 👍 Accurate tracking
- 👍 Motivates users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate distance tracking
- 🐛 Crashes/stops working during runs
- 🐛 Doesn't work in background/when screen is off

**Reported bugs**

- Reporting issue interface not working
- Inconsistent distance tracking (miles vs. km)

**Requested features**

- Pair with Apple Watch
- Review app UI and metrics display


### Running

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-running-tracker/id1566469795)

Track your runs with this ad-free application. It offers voice updates during your workout, supports Apple Watch integration, and syncs data with iCloud and Apple Health. Enjoy a customizable experience with various color themes.

**Highlights:** Ad-free experience, Voice updates during runs, Apple Watch support, iCloud synchronization, Apple Health integration, Customizable color themes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Running App free?

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

### Is Running free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Running App or Running?

Running App is rated higher. Running App averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Running averages 4.4 from 170 ratings.

### Do Running App or Running have ads?

Running App shows ads; Running does not.

### Which is updated more often, Running App or Running?

Running App ships an update every 3 months, and Running every 2 weeks. Most recently, Running App was updated on September 25, 2026 and Running on September 26, 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.*