Run 5K vs Runnie
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Run 5K
This app provides a structured 8-week plan to help beginners start running and achieve a 5K distance. It uses interval training to build stamina and speed, with personalized workouts designed by fitness coaches. See visible results in just one week.
- 8-week 0 to 5K training plan
- Interval running workouts
- Personalized fitness level assessment
- Run/Walk/Run strategy
- Visible results in 7 days
- Professional coach-designed workouts
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How to start running for beginners? Interval running is an easy way to stay fit and improve your performance. Interval Running is a great way to ease into running while allowing your body time to adapt to the stress of running. Running is also the most effective way to burn calories, lose weight and maintaining a consistent weight. We created workout plan that will significantly increase your running speed, stamina and distance from 0 to 5K in a short time. Start Running with “Titan Workouts” app and you will get: • Personal running plan, based on your current fitness level • Comfortable workouts - don't think about your speed or distance, just enjoy your run • Run/Walk/Run training plan that will increase your stamina in a short time • First visible results in 7 days Looking for workouts that really work? With our workouts created by professional fitness coaches, you will see the result after 1 week! Download the app today and your will get a 50% discount on all premium workouts! Start now and get a perfect body you've always wanted!
Runnie
This app guides beginners through an 8-week program to achieve their first 5K. It tracks runs using GPS, analyzes performance data, and supports various paces from walking to running intervals.
- 8-week structured 5K plan
- Real-time GPS tracking
- Post-run performance analysis
- Supports walking, jogging, and intervals
- Builds endurance and confidence
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Runnie helps beginners run their first 5K — no matter your starting point. • Follow a structured 8-week plan designed to build endurance and confidence • Track distance and pace with real-time GPS • Analyze splits, elevation, and progress after each run • Works great for walking, jogging, or running intervals Whether you're preparing for your first race or simply want to get healthier, Runnie makes the journey motivating and simple. Built for absolute beginners — even if you've never run before.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Runnie at none against Run 5K's 3. Runnie also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 9 months). Run 5K's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads 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. Run 5K sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Runnie asks for nothing beyond the download.
Run 5K ships an update every 9 months, Runnie fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Run 5K | Runnie |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (7 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | DMYTRO DOLOTOV | Dzmitry Baranau |
Customer experience
Run 5K
Runnie
In-app purchases
Run 5K
- 1 Week Access$0.997 Days
- Lifetime access (-50%)$4.99
- Lifetime access$9.99
Runnie
No in-app purchases









