# Just Run vs wayloop

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Just Run at 1.3K against wayloop's 2. wayloop's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Just Run sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and wayloop sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Just Run against 5.0 for wayloop. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Just Run has 1.3K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Just Run ships an update every 3 weeks, wayloop every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Just Run | wayloop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/just-run-zero-to-5k-plus-10k/id1619784769/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wayloop-walking-route-planner/id6813863570/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 98.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 9 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jupli](https://appshunter.io/developer/988757514) | [Adam Noren](https://appshunter.io/developer/1533270189) |

## What reviewers say

### 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)


### wayloop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wayloop-walking-route-planner/id6813863570)

This app generates walking and running routes based on your available time or step count. It can incorporate errands, guide you to specific destinations, and track your progress with detailed summaries. Explore new streets and compete with friends on leaderboards.

**Highlights:** Generate routes by time or steps, Incorporate errands and waypoints, Track new streets walked, Turn-by-turn spoken directions, Post-walk summaries and stats, Weekly leaderboards and challenges

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| wayloop+ monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| wayloop+ yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| wayloop+ yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| wayloop+ Founder | $89.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Just Run free?

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

### Is wayloop free?

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

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

wayloop is rated higher. Just Run averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while wayloop averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Just Run or wayloop have ads?

Neither Just Run nor wayloop shows ads.

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

Just Run ships an update every 3 weeks, and wayloop every 5 days. Most recently, Just Run was updated on November 7, 2026 and wayloop on November 6, 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.*