Comparison

None to Run vs Cudex

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

Cudex

This app gamifies your daily steps by turning them into experience points to collect and hatch unique monsters. Earn in-app currency to customize your collection and compete with friends. Unlock new creatures and features with optional Pro upgrades.

Highlights
  • Collect monsters by walking
  • Earn XP from daily steps
  • Track steps via Apple Health
  • Compete with friends
  • In-app shop for customization
  • Optional Pro subscription for advanced features
Features
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There's a monster in here. Your steps collect more. Cudex turns your daily walking into a collection of monsters. Walk with your phone. Collect your steps. Hatch something new. Cudex is free to use, with no ads. Cudex Pro adds more. HOW IT WORKS • Your iPhone already counts your steps with Apple Health • Tap Collect in the app to turn today's steps into XP • XP raises your level, and every level hatches a new monster into your collection Every 100 steps is 1 XP. Steps you don't collect by midnight are gone, so the daily tap is the habit. Up to three reminders a day help you collect before the day ends. FREE FOR EVERYONE • 60 monsters to find, one every level • Streaks, badges and quests to chase • A history calendar of every day you've walked • Outfits and places for your monster from the shop, bought with coins you earn by walking • Share cards for a great day or a new monster • A daily step goal you set yourself WALK WITH FRIENDS Add friends with a code and see who has walked the most today. Tap a friend to see their monster, their collection and their badges. Friends is optional. Nothing is shared until you turn it on, and you can stop sharing at any time. WHAT CUDEX PRO ADDS • 48 rare monsters to find • Home screen and lock screen widgets, so you can collect without opening the app • Apple Watch complications • Insights: trends, consistency, your week, goal days and the hours you walk • The full shop of outfits and places YOUR STEPS, YOUR CHOICE Cudex reads step counts from Apple Health. Your steps stay on your phone unless you turn on Friends, and then only the friends you add can see them SUBSCRIPTION Cudex Pro is available as a monthly or yearly subscription, or as a one-time Lifetime purchase. If a free trial is offered, it converts to a paid subscription unless you cancel before it ends. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. A subscription renews automatically unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel it in your Apple ID settings. Collect monsters. Keep walking. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://acris.ai/monster-steps/privacy

Screenshots

None to Run4 screens
Cudex4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: None to Run at 5.2K against Cudex's 4. None to Run also leads on iOS requirement (17.5 vs 26.5). Cudex's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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 and Cudex sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cudex 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 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

None to Run ships an update every 3 weeks, Cudex weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
None to Run versus Cudex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNone to RunCudex
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (5.2K ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews94.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings5.2K — better4
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.5 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size176 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUniqueBits, LLCSiraj Hasanov

Customer experience

None to Run

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

Cudex

All ratings1 ratings
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

Cudex

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
3 purchases

Cudex

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Month$4.991 Month
  • Pro Year7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is None to Run free?
None to Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cudex free?
Cudex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, None to Run or Cudex?
Cudex is rated higher. None to Run averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5.2K ratings, while Cudex averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do None to Run or Cudex have ads?
Neither None to Run nor Cudex shows ads.
Which is updated more often, None to Run or Cudex?
None to Run ships an update every 3 weeks, and Cudex weekly. Most recently, None to Run was updated on October 25, 2026 and Cudex on October 24, 2026.

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