Groov vs ParkRunnings
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Groov
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Your daily companion for better mental wellbeing. Discover tools, tips, and now Ask Groov β your AI-powered guide for instant, personalised wellbeing support. What is the Groov App? The Groov App is your daily companion for improving mental wellbeing. With easy-to-use tools, tips, techniques and content, Groov helps you manage stress, stay mindful, and build new habits to support your daily wellbeing. Whether you're looking for quick breathing exercises, strategies to stay positive, or expert advice, Groov offers practical solutions that fit seamlessly into your day. The Groov App combines the lived experience of co-founder and All Blacks rugby legend Sir John Kirwan with a clinically sound, science-based approach to support wellbeing and sustained behaviour change. Why Groov? We believe that everyone deserves access to mental wellbeing support. The Groov App is science-backed, evidence-based, and totally free to download and use every day as your wellbeing partner. Key Features: Ask Groov: Instant, AI-powered support for your wellbeing questions. Get practical, personalised guidanceβanytime, anywhere. Daily Tips & Techniques: Simple, effective strategies to boost mental wellbeing in minutes. Check-Ins: Questions and prompts to learn about yourself, reflect, and be inspired. Tools: Breathing Exercises, Soundscape Mixer, Acts of Kindness Generator, Worry Map. Quizzes & Content: Personality and Communication Style quizzes. Courses & Collections: Intro to wellbeing, burnout, the art of living slowly, and much more. Download the Groov App today, explore Ask Groov, and get a daily boost to your wellbeing.
ParkRunnings
Manage your next ParkRun race directly from your Apple Watch. Scan your barcode, discover nearby events, and view course maps. Leave your phone behind and focus on achieving your personal best.
- Apple Watch integration
- Barcode scanning
- Nearby event discovery
- Course map viewing
- Phone-free race management
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ParkRunnings is a complete Apple Watch app for managing your next ParkRun race. Scan your barcode, find nearby events & view course maps all from that little dingus on your wrist. Clock your next PB by shedding some weight - ditch the phone, and run your next race with ParkRunnings.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ParkRunnings at every 2 months against Groov's every 6 months. ParkRunnings also leads on device support. On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Groov ships an update every 6 months, ParkRunnings every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Groov | ParkRunnings |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | β | 57.1% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 2 months β better |
| Ads | β | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | β | Free |
| Devices | β | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch β better |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 | 13.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 51 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Groov Limited | Charles Schacher |
In-app purchases
Groov
No in-app purchases
ParkRunnings
No in-app purchases









