# Run Record vs Stark

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Run Record at 14.0 against Stark's 26.2. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Run Record sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Stark sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Run Record ships an update every 11 days, Stark every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Run Record | Stark |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stark-step-tracker/id6759113750/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 5 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 26.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Brandon Lehr](https://appshunter.io/developer/1461765394) | [Ralph Olazo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1846688159) |

## What reviewers say

### Run Record

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-record-training-volume/id1566923807)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $2.99 | one-time |


### Stark

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stark-step-tracker/id6759113750)

This app tracks your daily steps, distance, and calories burned by connecting to Apple Health. Set custom goals, monitor your progress with streaks, and visualize your consistency. Unlock advanced analytics and personalized records with a Pro subscription.

**Highlights:** Real-time step count tracking, Daily step goal setting, Streak tracking for consistency, Home and Lock Screen widgets, Efficiency analytics, Personal best records

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stark Pro Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Stark Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Stark Pro Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Run Record free?

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

### Is Stark free?

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

### Do Run Record or Stark have ads?

Neither Run Record nor Stark shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Run Record or Stark?

Run Record ships an update every 11 days, and Stark every 2 weeks. Most recently, Run Record was updated on October 27, 2026 and Stark on October 25, 2026.

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