# Boostcamp vs Just Run

Boostcamp and Just Run both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 99% of Just Run's written reviews are positive against 60% of Boostcamp's. Just Run also leads on ads (none vs shown). Boostcamp's advantage is chart position (#161 vs unranked) and ratings volume (11K vs 1.3K). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Boostcamp sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and Just Run sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Boostcamp against 5.0 for Just Run. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Boostcamp has 11K ratings behind it against 1.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of Boostcamp's written reviews are positive against 99% of Just Run's.

Boostcamp ships an update fortnightly, Just Run every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Boostcamp | Just Run |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boostcamp-workout-tracker/id1529354455/reviews) | **[5.0 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/just-run-zero-to-5k-plus-10k/id1619784769/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 1.3K |
| Positive reviews | 60.2% of reviews | **98.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#161** | — |
| Size | 294 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [BPM Health Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529354457) | [Jupli](https://appshunter.io/developer/988757514) |

## What reviewers say

### Boostcamp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boostcamp-workout-tracker/id1529354455)

**Currently charting:** #161 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app offers a vast library of structured strength training and muscle-building programs, including popular routines like nSuns and Reddit PPL. It provides tools for tracking workouts, monitoring progress, and even building custom plans. The app is designed to eliminate guesswork and provide proven methods for achieving fitness goals.

**Highlights:** 130+ expert-designed programs, 10,000+ community-shared routines, Full workout logging with RPE/1RM, Auto-progression for weights, Muscle volume tracking, Custom program builder

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Boostcamp Pro | $11.99 | per month |
| Boostcamp Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Boostcamp Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Boostcamp Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Limited-Time Offer | $48.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $69.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $79.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $79.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $119.99 | per year |
| Coffee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lunch | $4.99 | one-time |
| Access to Coach's Program | $9.99 | one-time |
| Program Donation | $19.99 | one-time |
| Access to Coach's Program | $24.99 | one-time |
| Access to Coach's Program | $39.99 | one-time |
| Access to Coach's Program | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Detailed workout programs
- 💪 Helps build consistency
- 🎯 Tracks progress effectively
- 🧠 Knowledgeable coaches

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Key features locked behind paywall
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔄 Aggressive subscription prompts
- ⚠️ Requires stable internet connection
- 🕰️ Rest timer not always reliable

**Reported bugs**

- Workouts not saving properly
- Inability to reorder exercises
- Crashing and loading issues
- Inconsistent exercise tracking

**Requested features**

- Offline mode for workouts
- Apple Watch integration
- More customization options
- Improved exercise video demonstrations
- Ability to create and share custom programs


### Just Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/just-run-zero-to-5k-plus-10k/id1619784769)

This app guides you from a beginner runner to completing a 5K in 9 weeks with a structured workout plan. It also offers a 6-week plan to progress from 5K to 10K. Enjoy ad-free workouts with customizable trainer voices and background operation.

**Highlights:** Zero to 5K training plan, 5K to 10K training plan, Customizable trainer voices, Background operation, Music/podcast integration, No ads

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $3.99 | one-time |
| Premium + Tip | $5.49 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple, no frills app
- 👍 Easy to use and follow
- 🔒 No ads or subscriptions
- 💡 Helpful audio cues
- 👍 Achievable progression

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with audio cues not triggering
- 💡 Lack of distance/pace tracking

**Reported bugs**

- Progress not always saved correctly
- Occasional app freezing/crashing

**Requested features**

- Integration with fitness trackers/smartwatches
- More customization options (e.g. voice selection)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Boostcamp free?

Boostcamp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Just Run free?

Just Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Boostcamp or Just Run?

Just Run is rated higher. Boostcamp averages 4.9 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Just Run averages 5.0 from 1.3K ratings.

### Do Boostcamp or Just Run have ads?

Boostcamp shows ads; Just Run does not.

### Which is updated more often, Boostcamp or Just Run?

Boostcamp ships an update fortnightly, and Just Run every 3 weeks. Most recently, Boostcamp was updated on November 1, 2026 and Just Run on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*