SCY for Runners vs Vitals Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SCY for Runners
Enhance your running performance with specialized strength, conditioning, and yoga routines. This app offers weekly yoga sessions, monthly strength training with progressions, and access to a supportive community. It aims to help you become stronger, faster, and injury-free.
- Weekly yoga for runners sessions
- Monthly strength and conditioning with progressions
- Active community and Strava group access
- Monthly Q&A sessions
- Guest expert sessions
- Hundreds of classes for all skill levels
- Cast to TV via AirPlay and Chromecast
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Want to add speed to your runs and beat your PB but don’t know where to start? If you are a runner then Strength, Conditioning & Yoga (SCY) for Runners is the answer that you are looking for! It is designed for runners by a runner (Carla Molinaro, ladies world record holder for running the length of Great Britain from Land’s End to John O’Groats) to help you become stronger, faster and most importantly keep those niggles away! SCY is the first membership of its kind that not only teaches you how to improve as a runner, but keeps it fresh and interesting, and encourages you to find balance. I want to run. I want to eat cake! Join the SCY membership and; · Believe in yourself as a runner, · Find your love of running all over again, · Be part of a community that is cheering for you. MEMBERSHIP FEATURES: · Yoga for Runners session every week. · Strength and Conditioning session every month, with weekly progressions. · Access to our active community and Strava group. This is really special and brings so much motivation and support! · Q&A session every month - a dedicated space to ask all your running, yoga and strength related questions. · Special Guest sessions where you can “Ask the Experts”. · Discounts with wonderful hand-picked partners. · 24hr early bird access to all running retreats and camps plus 10% discount on all events hosted by Carla Molinaro. APP FEATURES: · Hundreds of professional Strength, Conditioning, Yoga, Q&A and Bonus classes to browse, specifically designed for runners of any skill level. · Watch classes from your iPhone or iPad or cast to your TV via AirPlay and Chromecast. · Premium membership with a free 7 day trial. Cancel any time. “As a professional runner and a running coach, I know Strength Conditioning and Yoga will not only help prevent injury, it will also make you a stronger, faster and more efficient runner. I also know that as a runner all I want to do is run. I don’t want to stay at home doing sit ups and trying to reach my toes!” – Carla Molinaro “SCY is a total game changer. I have tried to incorporate strength conditioning and yoga into my training for years, but just found it so boring that I never managed to do more than a couple of weeks, before giving up. But these videos are so stimulating, short enough to easily fit in, designed for all types of athletes, with adjustments that can be made if wanted. The exercises are so unique and dynamic. I love Carla's enthusiasm, and that it’s ok to struggle to get into some of the poses which other yoga teachers do effortlessly. I love that it's especially designed to make me run better, and injury free” - Karen, SCY member "It’s a small commitment with massive reward. Nowhere else have I found simple yoga or S&C bespoke for runners. It’s great that it’s not too extreme too - almost everyone will be able to take part. There’s no expectation to be able to get your legs behind your head…” - Jamie, SCY member "SCY has given me confidence as a newbie runner and I feel stronger and healthier. Carla has been great at answering any questions and has lots of helpful tips. The community feel at SCY is really nice as well.” - Sophie, SCY member Premium membership requires a monthly or yearly auto-renewing subscription that can be purchased within the app. If you’re a new member, you will receive a free 7-day trial with nothing to pay up front. All payments will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current billing cycle. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current billing cycle. Your subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions: https://www.carlamolinaro.com/terms
Vitals Timer
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Vitals Timer is a simple, focused tool for accurately timing respiratory rate and other vital sign intervals in clinical and pre-hospital settings. Designed for Community First Responders, first aiders, students, and healthcare professionals, the app removes clutter and distractions so you can concentrate on what matters: counting, timing, and documenting vitals correctly. Key Features • One-tap respiratory rate timer • Clear, large readouts designed for use under pressure • Consistent layout across all screens for muscle-memory use • Colour-coded accents to reduce cognitive load • No ads, no accounts, no unnecessary permissions • Works fully offline Built for real-world use Vitals Timer is designed around how responders actually work — gloves on, phone in one hand, patient in front of you. The interface is intentionally minimal, with large tap targets and high-contrast text for quick glances in low-light or stressful environments. Whether you’re training, refreshing core skills, or working a live incident, Vitals Timer helps you measure with confidence and consistency. Who it’s for • Community First Responders (CFRs) • First aiders and volunteers • Healthcare students • Clinicians who want a fast, no-nonsense vitals timer No sign-up. No learning curve. Just open and time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vitals Timer at none against SCY for Runners's 2. SCY for Runners's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence, 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. SCY for Runners sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Vitals Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
SCY for Runners ships an update monthly, Vitals Timer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SCY for Runners | Vitals Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Carla Molinaro | Michael D. Thompson |
In-app purchases
SCY for Runners
- Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$12.991 Month
- Annual Subscription7 Days trial$129.991 Year
Vitals Timer
No in-app purchases









