# Sleep Tracker vs Runnie

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Runnie at 100% against Sleep Tracker's 49%. Runnie also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 18) and ads (none vs shown). Sleep Tracker's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sleep Tracker sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Runnie asks for nothing beyond the download.

Sleep Tracker ships an update every 3 weeks, Runnie fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sleep Tracker | Runnie |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleep-tracker-recorder-sound/id1551928101/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **8K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 49.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 206 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Leap Health](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687598595) | [Dzmitry Baranau](https://appshunter.io/developer/1811942428) |

## What reviewers say

### Sleep Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleep-tracker-recorder-sound/id1551928101)

This intelligent sleep assistant helps you understand your sleep patterns with detailed analysis and recordings of snoring or sleep talking. It offers a library of relaxation tools, including meditation and sleep stories, to improve sleep quality and features a smart alarm to help you wake up refreshed.

**Highlights:** Sleep cycle analysis, Snore and sleep talk recording, Meditation and sleep stories, Soothing sounds and white noise, Smart alarm clock, Sleep notes and mood logging, Apple Health sync

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Premium | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual Purchase | $9.99 | per year |
| Monthly Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Annual Purchase | $11.99 | per year |
| Monthly Premium | $12.49 | per month |
| Annual Purchase | $14.99 | per year |
| Monthly Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Annual Purchase | $17.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Purchase | $19.99 | per year |
| Quarterly Premium | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual Purchase | $23.99 | per year |
| Annual Purchase | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Purchase | $39.99 | per year |
| Annual Purchase | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works now and user loves it
- 👍 Great app, fully genuine sleep tracker
- 👍 Helps user sleep better
- 👍 Gives insight into sleep quality
- 👍 Accurate most of the time

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate, doesn't record wake-ups
- 🔋 Drains phone battery
- 💰 Too many features locked behind paywall
- 🐛 Recordings are just static
- 🐛 Doesn't always record sleep accurately

**Reported bugs**

- Recordings only allow 3 free clips
- Doesn't record wake-ups and movements accurately
- Alarm doesn't always work
- Charges during free trial period

**Requested features**

- Ability to filter out white noise and record actual sleep-talk/snoring
- Option to disable bedtime feature for shift workers
- Integration with smart home devices to adjust sleep environment
- Social sleep challenges with friends
- Personalized sleep coaching


### Runnie

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runnie/id6745391062)

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.

**Highlights:** 8-week structured 5K plan, Real-time GPS tracking, Post-run performance analysis, Supports walking, jogging, and intervals, Builds endurance and confidence

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sleep Tracker free?

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

### Is Runnie free?

Runnie is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Sleep Tracker or Runnie have ads?

Sleep Tracker shows ads; Runnie does not.

### Which is updated more often, Sleep Tracker or Runnie?

Sleep Tracker ships an update every 3 weeks, and Runnie fortnightly. Most recently, Sleep Tracker was updated on October 30, 2026 and Runnie on October 8, 2026.

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