Comparison

None to Run vs runableTraining

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

None to Run

This app offers structured training plans designed for absolute beginners to build a sustainable running habit. It provides gradual progression, audio cues, and strength routines to help users start running safely and consistently, even if they've never run before.

Highlights
  • Beginner-friendly training plans
  • Audio cues for run/walk intervals
  • Workout tracking with Apple Health integration
  • Strength and mobility routines
  • Apple Watch app support
  • No ads
Features
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We help you start a sustainable and rewarding running habit from scratch - even if you've never been a runner before. Most running plans are too hard for complete beginners, leading to injury and giving up. We understand how intimidating it feels to start running when you've never been a runner before. That's why we've helped thousands of people just like you become the runners they always wanted to be. Whether walking for 30 minutes feels tough or you’re ready to tackle your first 5K, you’ll find the right plan to start — and actually stick with it. FEATURED IN TOP RUNNING PUBLICATIONS One of the Best Apps for Beginners - RUNNER’S WORLD The 19 Best Running Apps - WOMEN’S RUNNING 8 of the Best Running for Weight Loss Apps - RUNNER’S WORLD (UK) Thousands of people around the world have used None to Run to start running safely and consistently. Here’s what they say: “A gentle, safe way to become a runner.” “Actually works for true beginners, those of us who have never been able to run and always hated it.” “By the end of 12 weeks, I could run 25 minutes straight.” “A doable program to get running, targeted for absolute beginners and those returning after injury or time away.” TRAINING PLANS FOR ALL LEVELS • Stroll and Stride Plan – Interval walking workouts to help you build fitness, confidence, and consistency before transitioning to running (or as a stand-alone walking program). • Run Ready Plan – Perfect if walking 30 minutes feels tough. Build a foundation before starting the main program. • None to Run 12-Week Plan – Our signature beginner plan. Gradually progress to running 25 minutes straight without injury or burnout. • Run to Race 5K Plan – After None to Run, build speed and endurance to run a stronger 5K. • 10K & Half Marathon Plans – Continue your journey with longer-distance training structured for steady growth. • Open Runs & Custom Intervals – For those times when you want to create your own workout or enjoy a freeform run. APP FEATURES • Audio Cues: Voice prompts tell you when to run and when to walk — no confusing setup required. • Music & Podcasts: Keep listening with your favorite apps. We’ll just lower the volume briefly during alerts. • Workout Tracking: Store all your runs securely, with seamless Apple Health integration. • Apple Watch App: Run phone-free while still getting all the cues and tracking. • Heart Rate Support: Connect Bluetooth HR monitors to your iPhone or Apple Watch. • Stats & Progress: See your pace, distance, and improvements over time. • Custom Workouts: Build your own custom workouts and share them with your friends. • Strava Integration: Send your workouts directly to Strava. • Battery Friendly: Runs in the background with the screen locked. • No Ads: Focus entirely on your run, distraction-free. STRENGTH & MOBILITY ROUTINES Running can be tough on the body, especially when you're just starting. That’s why None to Run includes short, effective routines — with video demos — to build strength, improve mobility, and help prevent injury. These routines fit easily into your week, making running feel smoother and more enjoyable. SUBSCRIPTION & PRICING If you're ready to become a runner, starting your 7-day free trial is the right decision. Try None to Run COMPLETELY FREE for 7 days. NO PAYMENT collected during trial. To unlock full access to all training plans and features, choose between: • Monthly subscription • Yearly subscription (best value) Payment is charged via your iTunes account at confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the renewal date. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in Account Settings in the App Store. SUPPORT Have questions? We’re here for you. Email: support@nonetorun.com Privacy Policy: https://www.nonetorun.com/privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://www.nonetorun.com/terms-and-conditions-app

About

runableTraining

This app offers free, online-sourced training plans for runners of all levels, from 5K to 50K. It helps you track your weekly progress based on your race date, with features like weather forecasts and pace calculations.

Highlights
  • Free training plans (5K to 50K)
  • Weekly progress tracking
  • Race date-based planning
  • 3-day weather forecast
  • Pace calculator
  • No ads or paywalls
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Runable provided training plans found freely online for various fitness levels from 5k to 50K. Runable will track your training week based on your Race Date. Features: - Detailed week view to include total miles per week, week tracking - 3 day weather forecast and weather details - Month View - Graph Completions - Pace calculator - no ads - no paywalls

Screenshots

None to Run4 screens
runableTraining4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: runableTraining at none against None to Run's 5. runableTraining also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (14.1 vs 17.5). None to Run's advantage is ratings volume (5.2K vs 3). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. None to Run sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. runableTraining asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

runableTraining holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: None to Run has 5.2K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of None to Run's written reviews are positive against 100% of runableTraining's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

None to Run ships an update every 3 weeks, runableTraining every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
None to Run versus runableTraining: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNone to RunrunableTraining
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (5.2K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews94.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5.2K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.514.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size176 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUniqueBits, LLCRobert Evans

Customer experience

None to Run

All ratings5,168 ratings
Positive96.4%
Neutral1.3%
Negative2.3%
Written reviews382 reviews
Positive94.2%
Neutral1.6%
Negative4.2%

runableTraining

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

None to Run

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Workout data not recording properly
  • App closing unexpectedly during use

Requested features

3 requests
  • Native Strava integration
  • More motivational audio cues and coaching
  • Ability to manually edit workout details

runableTraining

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

None to Run

Subscriptions5
  • Monthly Subscription$6.991 Month
  • N2R Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • N2R Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • N2R Yearly1 Month trial$39.991 Year
  • N2R Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$59.991 Year
None

runableTraining

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is None to Run free?
None to Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is runableTraining free?
runableTraining is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, None to Run or runableTraining?
runableTraining is rated higher. None to Run averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5.2K ratings, while runableTraining averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do None to Run or runableTraining have ads?
Neither None to Run nor runableTraining shows ads.
Which is updated more often, None to Run or runableTraining?
None to Run ships an update every 3 weeks, and runableTraining every 8 days. Most recently, None to Run was updated on October 26, 2026 and runableTraining on October 12, 2026.

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