# Running App vs Pacia

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pacia at 100% against Running App's 62%. Pacia also leads on monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). Running App's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Running App sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Pacia sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Running App ships an update every 3 months, Pacia every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Running App | Pacia |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-app-run-tracker/id1453356724/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 61.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 116 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Leap Health](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687598595) | [Felipe Vicente](https://appshunter.io/developer/6798035002) |

## 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


### Pacia

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pacia-running-plans/id6798035000)

Create personalized running plans for distances from 5K to marathon. The app adapts to your fitness level, availability, and goals, offering detailed workout phases and progress tracking. Sync workouts with your Apple Watch and calendar for seamless training.

**Highlights:** Personalized training plans, Goals for 5K, 10K, half, and marathon, Up to 52-week plans, Workout phases by volume and intensity, Progress tracking and weekly overviews, Apple Watch and Calendar sync, Optional Health app integration

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pacia Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Pacia Premium Annual | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Running App free?

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

### Is Pacia free?

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

### Do Running App or Pacia have ads?

Running App shows ads; Pacia does not.

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

Running App ships an update every 3 months, and Pacia every 3 days. Most recently, Running App was updated on October 28, 2026 and Pacia on October 25, 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.*