Virtual Race Runner vs Running Voice

Virtual Race Runner (VRR), Basic edition, is a No-Look Running App with all the essential features for someone to run using Run-Walk or Always Running methods. VRR tracks time, distance, and pace and has an optional companion Apple Watch mini-App with heart-rate tracking. No-Look Apps provide additional safety because they provide all information a runner needs during a race thru using audio announcements allowing the runner to keeps their eyes on the route to avoid vehicles and path obstructions. Periodic Announcements of race time, distance and pace are controlled by the user through Settings. A before race Warmup, an after race Cooldown and Run-Walk (if chosen) durations are also are controlled by the user through Settings. Choose between 1 mile, 5K, 5 mile, 10K, 10 mile, Half Marathon race distances--Virtual Race Runner stops automatically when you reach your race distance, starts a cool-down and tells you your time! Or select a timed race and your race will stops at a specific time — 30 minutes for example. You can end your race at anytime with the click of a button. After a race completes VRR shows a race summary and a Map of the track the runner traversed. VRR Basic is the entry edition of a family and has simple In-App Purchases(IAP) options for upgrade to VRR EveryDay edition or VRR RaceDay edition. In the event the runner chooses to look at their phone during a race, the phone display shows time and distance that is updated once per second. Or just deep tuck you phone, listen or look at your Apple Watch! — Basic edition companion Apple Watch mini-App allows quick-look glances at a high visibility Watch screen that shows your heart-rate, race distance and race time Virtual Race Runner works in both kilometers and miles. It does not need the internet, or contains ads. Are you Ready to Race?

Hear your pace, distance and the time of day every 500 meters without touching your phone. Running Voice is a voice coach for runners: put on headphones, lock the screen and just run. KEY FEATURES • Voice Announcements - Get audio updates on your distance, pace, and time while listening to your favorite music. No need to look at your phone! • Works Without GPS - Track your runs using step counting even when GPS is unavailable or unreliable. Perfect for indoor tracks, dense urban areas, or anywhere GPS struggles. • Smart Distance Tracking - Intelligently combines GPS and step data for the most accurate distance measurements possible. • Background Tracking - Lock your phone and save battery while the app continues tracking in the background. • Real-Time Stats - Monitor your distance, speed, pace, time, and steps all in one beautiful interface. • Motivational Content - Enjoy motivational quotes and encouragement during your run to keep you energized. • Customizable Settings - Choose between kilometers/miles and 12/24-hour time format to match your preferences. • Run History - Review your recent runs with detailed statistics including GPS distance, step-based distance, duration, and more. The last 5 runs are free; the full history is part of Pro. • Privacy-Focused - Your data stays on your device. No account required, no tracking, just pure running. PERFECT FOR • Runners in areas with poor GPS signal • Indoor track running • Trail running in dense forests • Urban running between tall buildings • Anyone who wants reliable tracking in all conditions HOW IT WORKS Running Voice uses both GPS and your iPhone's pedometer to track your runs. When GPS signal is strong, it uses that for maximum accuracy. When GPS is weak or unavailable, it seamlessly switches to step counting so you never miss tracking a run. Voice announcements automatically lower your music volume, give you updates, then restore your music - all without you touching your phone. ANNOUNCEMENTS SCHEDULE • Regular updates: Every 500 meters (or 0.5 miles) • Final summary when you finish Each announcement tells you your speed, pace and distance, the time of day (Pro), plus a joke or a motivational line. Example: "Speed 10.2 km/h. Pace 5.9 min/km. Distance 3.5 kilometers. Current time 7:42." REQUIREMENTS • Location permission (for GPS tracking) • Motion & Fitness permission (for step counting) • iOS 17.0 or later WHY RUNNING VOICE? Unlike other running apps that fail when GPS signal drops, Running Voice adapts. Whether you're running through tunnels, between skyscrapers, in dense forests, or on indoor tracks, your run keeps tracking. The combination of GPS and step counting means you get the best of both worlds: GPS accuracy when available, and reliable step counting as a backup. The voice announcement system is designed for runners who want to stay focused on their run, not their phone. Keep your screen locked, save battery, and let Running Voice tell you everything you need to know. Start your next run with Running Voice and experience the freedom of hands-free run tracking! FREE FOREVER • Voice announcements every 0.5 km (speed, pace, distance) • Start and finish announcements • Built-in jokes and motivational messages • Your last 5 runs in History RUNNING VOICE PRO - ONE-TIME PURCHASE, NO SUBSCRIPTION • Full run history • Export your run history to PDF • Your own jokes and motivational phrases • Current time in voice announcements • Headphones-only mode Pro is a one-time in-app purchase. Restore it any time with Restore Purchases in Settings. If you used Running Voice before Pro appeared, Pro is yours for free.