Comparison

RunSmart vs OrthoAthlete

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

Head to head
About

RunSmart

This app provides personalized running plans adapted by AI and physical therapists to meet your unique goals and schedule. It offers expert-designed strength training, yoga, and stretching routines to enhance performance and prevent injuries. Track your progress with detailed analytics and integrate with popular fitness devices.

Highlights
  • Personalized training plans
  • Expert-designed workouts
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Progress tracking
  • Strength training
  • Yoga and stretching routines
  • Device integrations
Features
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Four training days aren't a limitation. It's a choice — and a legitimate one. RunSmart is built by Steve Gonser, PT DPT, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, who started the platform after watching runners consistently get hurt doing what other apps told them to do. The goal here isn't to turn you into an elite athlete. It's to keep you running next year, and the year after that. HOW YOUR PLAN IS BUILT → Your current mileage, not a generic starting point → Your race date and goal, not a one-size schedule → PT-informed load progression that builds fitness without stacking risk WHAT'S IN YOUR PLAN → Running workouts with paces tied to your current fitness → Strength training built for runners, not the gym floor → Mobility work that addresses what runners actually tighten up → Run Club — share runs, see what your training community is doing 4.8 stars. Used by runners who've been hurt before and can't afford to be again. "What a great day! Thanks for keeping me running strong and injury-free!" - Tammy "I can’t say THANK YOU enough. The training plans and strength training has kept me injury free and running strong!" - Sheila "I followed it exactly as Steve has it written out and I’m happy to report I’ve been running a whole month now with no pain." - Charlotte Distances: 5K · 8K · 10K · Half Marathon · Full Marathon · Maintenance Integrations: Apple Watch · Garmin · COROS Free to start. No credit card. No expiry. Still running in year five. That's the point. Terms of Use: https://runsmartonline.com/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://runsmartonline.com/privacy-policy

About

OrthoAthlete

This app provides athletes with medical guidance, physical therapy, and personalized recovery plans. It offers access to professional-grade resources and cutting-edge training programs to enhance performance and prevent injuries.

Highlights
  • Medical Assistance
  • Physical Therapy Plans
  • Cutting-Edge Training Programs
  • Performance Tracking
  • Injury Prevention
  • Elite Care Resources
Features
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OrthoAthlete: Your Ultimate Recovery and Performance Companion OrthoAthlete is designed to empower athletes of all levels with top-tier medical assistance, physical therapy, and personalized recovery plans. Our app provides access to professional-grade resources, including the latest Keiser equipment, to ensure you achieve your athletic dreams with measurable results. Whether you're recovering from an injury, aiming to improve your athletic performance, or striving to achieve optimal health, OrthoAthlete is your all-in-one solution. Download now and start your journey to optimal recovery and peak performance! Key Features: - Medical Assistance: Receive expert medical guidance to address your specific needs. - Physical Therapy: Access customized therapy plans to enhance recovery and performance. - Cutting-Edge Training Programs: Train with purpose using science-backed programs and the latest technology. - Performance Tracking: Monitor your progress with measurable outcomes to reach peak performance. - Injury Prevention: Learn techniques and exercises to prevent injuries and stay in top shape. - Elite Care: Benefit from resources typically available only to professional athletes. OrthoAthlete subscription: MVP process can be started. Monthly Plan: Price: $49.99 Yearly Plan: Price: $499.99 Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. Subscriptions can be managed by the user, and auto-renewal can be turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase. No refunds are provided for unused portions of the subscription. If you cancel your subscription, you will continue to have access to the service until the end of the period for which you have paid. Terms of use: https://orthopatient.com/terms-and-conditions Privacy policy: https://orthopatient.com/privacy-policy FAQ: https://orthopatient.com/about

Screenshots

RunSmart4 screens
OrthoAthlete4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: OrthoAthlete at none against RunSmart's shown. RunSmart's advantage is ratings volume (117 vs 4) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 days). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. RunSmart sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $15.00 per month and OrthoAthlete sells 5 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

OrthoAthlete holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RunSmart has 117 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RunSmart ships an update every 2 days, OrthoAthlete every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
RunSmart versus OrthoAthlete: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRunSmartOrthoAthlete
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (117 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews97.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings117 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 4 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB81 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperRUNSMART ONLINE, LLCOrtho Marketing LLC

Customer experience

RunSmart

All ratings117 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral0.9%
Negative2.6%
Written reviews80 reviews
Positive97.5%
Neutral2.5%
Negative0.0%

OrthoAthlete

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

RunSmart

Subscriptions7
  • Monthly Renew - $15$15.001 Month
  • Free Trial + Monthly7 Days trial$15.001 Month
  • RunSmart Pro - Monthly$15.001 Month
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  • Annual Membership - $99/year7 Days trial$99.001 Year
  • Annual Renew - $119$119.001 Year
  • Free Trial + Annual Membership7 Days trial$119.001 Year
  • RunSmart Pro - Yearly$119.001 Year
5 purchases

OrthoAthlete

Subscriptions4
  • Affiliate Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • Affiliate Yearly$49.991 Year
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  • Premium Yearly$99.991 Year
One-time1
  • Startup Fee$49.99

Questions

Is RunSmart free?
RunSmart is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OrthoAthlete free?
OrthoAthlete is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RunSmart or OrthoAthlete?
OrthoAthlete is rated higher. RunSmart averages 4.8 out of 5 from 117 ratings, while OrthoAthlete averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do RunSmart or OrthoAthlete have ads?
RunSmart shows ads; OrthoAthlete does not.
Which is updated more often, RunSmart or OrthoAthlete?
RunSmart ships an update every 2 days, and OrthoAthlete every 4 days. Most recently, RunSmart was updated on September 24, 2026 and OrthoAthlete on June 4, 2026.

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