Comparison

Lactate Express vs power & pace

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

Head to head
About

Lactate Express

This app provides precise lactate step-test data capture and analysis for endurance athletes and performance diagnosticians. It computes thresholds using scientifically recognized models and generates clear training zones, eliminating the need for manual spreadsheets. Professional reports can be generated and shared easily.

Highlights
  • Lactate step-test data capture
  • Bluetooth sensor integration
  • Multiple threshold analysis models
  • Automatic training zone calculation
  • Branded PDF report generation
  • Test comparison and trend tracking
  • Athlete roster management
Features
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Lactate Express brings the lactate step-test to iPad, Mac, and iPhone — built for performance diagnosticians and serious endurance athletes. Capture every step-test precisely, compute thresholds with scientifically recognized models, and turn them into training zones you can actually apply. No more error-prone spreadsheets and manual entry. CAPTURE — fast and error-free • Step-test one step at a time: load (watts or km/h), lactate, heart rate, and Borg per step • Automatic readings over Bluetooth: SensCore lactate meters and Polar heart-rate sensors • Clear phases: rest, examination, recovery — with the current step clearly marked • Large input fields and one-tap entry, even under time pressure during a test ANALYZE — scientifically grounded • Six threshold models: Mader (4.0 mmol/l), Dickhuth, LT1, dMax, dMaxMod, and user-defined fixed values • Automatic curve fitting with coefficients and R² — the math stays transparent • Training zones such as GA1, GA2, and EB at a glance • Publication-grade charts REPORT — professional • Branded PDF reports with header and footer, charts, tables, and zones • Share via the native iOS and macOS share sheet COMPARE & TRACK — over time • Compare Tests: put any two step-tests side by side (Mac and iPad) to see exactly what changed • Home dashboard with threshold trends and deltas — an athlete's form at a glance • Roster overview to manage many athletes from one place (Team/Pro) • Cohort percentiles: see where an athlete ranks within the group WHO IT'S FOR • Diagnosticians: fast capture, athlete management, professional reports • Athletes: clear zones instead of jargon, an honest performance snapshot PLATFORMS Native SwiftUI — optimized for iPad and Mac, compact on iPhone. SUBSCRIPTIONS Lactate Express offers auto-renewable subscriptions with monthly and yearly terms. The subscription title, duration and price are shown in the app before purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. A subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; your Apple Account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://www.lactate-express.de/lactate-express-policy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Lactate Express — train smarter, not harder.

About

power & pace

Access over 120 training plans for various performance levels and goals. Connect with a strong community for support and organize group activities or live events. Engage with courses, webinars, Q&A sessions, and exclusive podcasts to enhance your training.

Highlights
  • 120+ training plans
  • Community features
  • Group organization
  • Live events
  • Courses and webinars
  • Exclusive podcasts
Features
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Über 120 Trainingspläne Wähle aus über 120 verschiedenen Trainingszielen in fünf Leistungskategorien. Inklusive Premium-Mitgliedschaft bei der führenden Plattform TrainingPeaks. Starke Community Der Austausch unter den Mitgliedern hilft im Trainingsalltag und im Wettkampf. Organisiere dich in Gruppen oder triff dich mit Gleichgesinnten bei Live-Events. Auf allen Kanälen Informiere dich in unseren Kursen, bei Webinaren und Q&A-Sessions. Trainiere mit uns bei den gemeinsamen Athletiksessions und Live-Rides. Höre unsere exklusiven Podcasts. Terms of Service: https://powerandpace.de/agb/ Privacy Policy: https://powerandpace.de/datenschutzerklaerung/

Screenshots

Lactate Express4 screens
power & pace4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: power & pace at 100% against Lactate Express's 38%. power & pace also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.5). Lactate Express's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 14 months). 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. Lactate Express sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month. power & pace asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lactate Express ships an update every 3 weeks, power & pace every 14 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 3 level
Lactate Express versus power & pace: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLactate Expresspower & pace
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews37.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 14 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.515.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size133 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCOPAtec GmbHspomedis GmbH

Customer experience

Lactate Express

Written reviews8 reviews
Positive37.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative62.5%

power & pace

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Lactate Express

Subscriptions4
  • Teams (Monthly)$24.991 Month
  • Professionals (1 Month)$44.991 Month
  • Teams (Yearly)$250.001 Year
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  • Professionals (Yearly)$399.001 Year
None

power & pace

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Lactate Express free?
Lactate Express is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is power & pace free?
power & pace is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Lactate Express or power & pace have ads?
Neither Lactate Express nor power & pace shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lactate Express or power & pace?
Lactate Express ships an update every 3 weeks, and power & pace every 14 months. Most recently, Lactate Express was updated on October 12, 2026 and power & pace on October 9, 2026.

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