Start Running vs Treadmill Workout PushTraining
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Start Running
Beginner-friendly running plans to improve fitness, strength, and calorie burn. Offers guided workouts for various goals, from introductory runs to 5K training, with progress tracking and health app integration.
- Multi-week training plans
- Beginner to advanced levels
- Step-by-step workout guidance
- Audio coach
- Workout logging and progress tracking
- Apple Health integration
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Start Running without any previous experience required. Get fitter, stronger and burn more calories. Our running app’s workout routines will train you for the next stage in your running journey. Never ran before? Start with our Intro To Running plan. In 4 weeks you’ll be comfortable running without needing to stop. Looking to train for a 5k race? Give the 5K Race Builder plan a go. It’ll have you running 5k in a competitive time. Start Running will give you step by step instructions to guide you through your workout. You’ll know when to walk, jog or run and when to rest so you can steadily improve with minimal risk of injury. Each plan is designed to gradually become more challenging so your body can adapt and grow, without you burning out. Spend under an hour a day, a few times a week. You’ll be fitter, healthier and a much stronger runner! Features - Choose a multi week training plan to suit your fitness level. - Challenger workouts to work your whole body. - Audio coach to guide you through your running workouts. - Log your workouts and keep track of your overall progress. - APPLE HEALTH INTEGRATION: Connect your workouts to Health App to track your daily activity. Legal Disclaimer This app and any information given by it are for educational purposes only. They are not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. You should always consult your healthcare provider before beginning any fitness program. If you upgrade to a premium Start Running subscription, payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. There is no increase in cost when renewing. Subscriptions can be managed and auto-renewal turned off in Account Settings in iTunes after purchase. Once purchased, the current period cannot be cancelled. Any unused portion of a free trial period is forfeited if you choose to purchase a premium subscription. Find the full terms and conditions at https://www.startfitness.life/start-running-terms.html, and our privacy policy at https://www.startfitness.life/start-running-privacy.html.
Treadmill Workout PushTraining
This app transforms treadmill workouts into dynamic, DJ-backed sessions with synchronized audio coaching and high-energy music. It offers unique, adaptive interval runs that adjust to your personal best, making each session fresh and engaging for all fitness levels.
- Interval run timer
- DJ-backed workout sessions
- Synchronized audio coaching
- Adaptive music intensity
- Personalized workout adaptation
- Curated interval workouts
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Push Training is the #1 app fully dedicated to treadmill interval runs. We turn every workout into an adrenaline-filled, DJ-backed session as we sync the intensity of your routine with audio coaching and high-energy music. What sets Push Training apart is the tailored fitness experience every time you hit 'play.' Each workout session gets a unique mix of music and audio coaching, and adapts to your personal best. This means no two workout sessions are the same! And because the workouts adapt to your personal best, the workouts are an ideal choice for both beginners and seasoned athletes. With dozens of expertly curated workouts to choose from, Push Training provides a variety of interval-based sessions. Whether you're in for a quick 15-minute burst of energy or an intense 45-minute session, our library has you covered. What our users say: - "Love the app! I feel myself becoming strong and better at running!" - "I’m definitely seeing the improvements." - "Enjoying the pacing and alternating speeds for sure." - "The app makes your running experience much more fun!" With Push Training, you're not just working out - you're embarking on a fitness journey that will leave you feeling stronger, fitter, and more in tune with your body. As we like to say, "Your best self is just a push away!" Let's push! DISCLAIMER: Please seek a doctor’s advice before using this app or making any medical decisions. You are responsible for your own health decisions. Do not engage in activities, obtained from any source, including this one, without proper research and medical supervision. Terms of Service: https://www.pushtrainingapp.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.pushtrainingapp.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Treadmill Workout PushTraining at 86% against Start Running's 0%. Treadmill Workout PushTraining also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.4) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). Start Running's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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
Both are free to download. Start Running sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Treadmill Workout PushTraining sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Treadmill Workout PushTraining holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Treadmill Workout PushTraining has 691 ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Start Running's written reviews are positive against 86% of Treadmill Workout PushTraining's.
Start Running ships an update every 3 weeks, Treadmill Workout PushTraining every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Start Running | Treadmill Workout PushTraining |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (24 ratings) | 4.9 (691 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 86.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 24 | 691 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 50 MB | 247 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Vigour Group Ltd | Push Training, LLC |
Customer experience
Start Running
Treadmill Workout PushTraining
Bugs and requests
Start Running
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Treadmill Workout PushTraining
Reported bugs
2 issues- Continued billing after cancellation
- Compatibility issues with older devices
Requested features
4 requests- Versions for other cardio machines (e.g., elliptical, stair climber)
- Option to download workout music mixes
- More variety in workout types beyond just interval training
- Ability to track personal bests and automatically adjust settings
In-app purchases
Start Running
- Start Running Weekly$3.997 Days
- Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
- Premium Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
Treadmill Workout PushTraining
- Early Access Train Membership7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Early Access Train Membership$9.991 Month
- Push Training Membership$12.991 Month
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- Push Training Membership$14.991 Month
- Early Access Train Membership7 Days trial$19.991 Month
- Train Membership$19.991 Month
- Early Access Train Membership$29.991 Year
- Early Access Train Membership7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Early Access Train Membership7 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Early Access Train Membership$44.991 Year
- Early Access Train Membership7 Days trial$47.991 Year
- Push Training Membership$59.991 Year
- Early Access Train Membership7 Days trial$59.991 Year
- Train Membership7 Days trial$69.991 Year
- Push Training Membership$89.991 Year
- Push Training Membership7 Days trial$89.991 Year
- Push Training Membership7 Days trial$129.001 Year
Questions
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