Comparison

ParkRunnings vs DrinkData

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ParkRunnings

Manage your next ParkRun race directly from your Apple Watch. Scan your barcode, discover nearby events, and view course maps. Leave your phone behind and focus on achieving your personal best.

Highlights
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Barcode scanning
  • Nearby event discovery
  • Course map viewing
  • Phone-free race management
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ParkRunnings is a complete Apple Watch app for managing your next ParkRun race. Scan your barcode, find nearby events & view course maps all from that little dingus on your wrist. Clock your next PB by shedding some weight - ditch the phone, and run your next race with ParkRunnings.

About

DrinkData

Features
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Take control of your drinking with DrinkData—a privacy-first alcohol tracker built around standard drinks. Log intake on your phone, see clear trends, and keep sensitive habit data on-device unless you choose optional cloud backup. PRIVACY-FIRST TRACKING Your data is yours—stored locally by default, with no selling or sharing of your drink history. • Local SQLite storage on your device • Optional secure cloud backup for Premium members • Designed for sensitive health and habit information STANDARD DRINKS & DAILY LOGGING Build an accurate picture of alcohol consumption with tools made for everyday use. • Log standard drinks, calories, ABV, and alcohol-free days • Personal drink database with favorites for fast entry • Calendar view to spot weekly and monthly patterns INSIGHTS FOR MINDFUL DRINKING Turn logs into awareness—not judgment—with charts and streaks. • Statistics dashboard for intake, dry days, and streaks • Support reduction goals, mindful drinking, or sobriety tracking • Identify trends over time to guide healthier choices PREMIUM (OPTIONAL) • Cloud backup and restore across devices • CSV export for personal records or healthcare conversations • One-time lifetime purchase—no subscription required HEALTH NOTE DrinkData is for informational self-tracking and complements—not replaces—professional medical advice. Download DrinkData today and start a private standard-drink diary that puts you in control of your data and your habits.

Screenshots

DrinkData4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ParkRunnings at none against DrinkData's 1. ParkRunnings also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DrinkData sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ParkRunnings asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ParkRunnings ships an update every 2 months, DrinkData every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on June 11, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
ParkRunnings versus DrinkData: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterParkRunningsDrinkData
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews57.1% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB44 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperCharles SchacherAARON MATTHEW WOODS

In-app purchases

None

ParkRunnings

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

DrinkData

One-time1
  • Premium Features$9.99

Questions

Is ParkRunnings free?
ParkRunnings is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DrinkData free?
DrinkData is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ParkRunnings or DrinkData have ads?
Neither ParkRunnings nor DrinkData shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ParkRunnings or DrinkData?
ParkRunnings ships an update every 2 months, and DrinkData every 6 months. Most recently, ParkRunnings was updated on June 11, 2026 and DrinkData on September 9, 2026.

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