# ASICS Runkeeper vs Runtopia

The clearest difference is ratings volume: ASICS Runkeeper at 381K against Runtopia's 2.6K. ASICS Runkeeper also leads on chart position (#171 vs unranked). Runtopia's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ASICS Runkeeper sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Runtopia sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 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 — 4.8 for ASICS Runkeeper against 4.7 for Runtopia. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ASICS Runkeeper has 381K ratings behind it against 2.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of ASICS Runkeeper's written reviews are positive against 76% of Runtopia's.

ASICS Runkeeper ships an update fortnightly, Runtopia every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ASICS Runkeeper | Runtopia |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (381K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/asics-runkeeperrun-tracker/id300235330/reviews)** | [4.7 (2.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runtopia-reward-runningtracker/id1022748905/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **381K** | 2.6K |
| Positive reviews | 74.2% of reviews | **76.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#171** | — |
| Size | 115 MB | 99 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ASICS Runner App, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/300226026) | [Chengdu Ledong Information & Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/443880229) |

## What reviewers say

### ASICS Runkeeper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/asics-runkeeperrun-tracker/id300235330)

**Currently charting:** #171 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

Track your runs, set personalized goals, and follow guided workouts to improve your fitness. This app offers GPS tracking for various activities, progress monitoring, and motivational features to help you achieve your running ambitions.

**Highlights:** GPS activity tracking, Personalized training plans, Audio-guided workouts, Goal setting and progress monitoring, Integration with wearables and health apps, In-app challenges and rewards

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Runkeeper Go Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Runkeeper Go Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Runkeeper Go Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Runkeeper Go Quarterly | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Runkeeper Go Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Runkeeper Go Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Runkeeper Go Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Runkeeper Go Yearly no trial | $39.99 | per year |
| RK Go Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Motivating and helpful
- 🚀 Accurate tracking
- 👍 Great for beginners
- 👍 Customizable features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 GPS issues and inaccuracies
- 🐛 Syncing problems between devices
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 👎 Subscription model limits free features

**Reported bugs**

- Workouts not recording properly
- Inconsistent distance and pace tracking
- Syncing issues between phone and watch
- Unexpected app crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- Add treadmill/indoor tracking option
- Improve training plan customization
- Enhance Apple Watch app functionality
- Provide more detailed analytics and insights
- Allow pausing/resuming of workouts


### Runtopia

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runtopia-reward-runningtracker/id1022748905)

This app rewards you for walking and running by converting your steps into sports coins. Earn coins to redeem for PayPal cash, gift cards, and memberships. It offers real-time tracking, voice guidance, personalized plans, and a supportive community to help you achieve your fitness goals.

**Highlights:** GPS running and cycling tracking, Earn sports coins for steps, Redeem coins for PayPal cash and gift cards, Real-time voice guidance, Personalized training plans, Global fitness community, Lucky Wheel game for rewards

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Runtopia Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Runtopia Six Months | $17.99 | per 6 months |
| Runtopia Six Months | $17.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly | $23.49 | per year |
| Yearly | $23.49 | per year |
| Runtopia Premium | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate step/run tracking
- 💰 Rewards for physical activity
- 🎉 Motivating and fun to use
- 🌟 Great community support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited device compatibility
- 💸 Unsatisfactory rewards/redemption options
- 🐛 Connectivity and sync issues
- 📢 Excessive advertisements

**Reported bugs**

- GPS not working properly after updates
- Verification codes not being delivered
- Shop/rewards section not functioning correctly

**Requested features**

- Integrate with popular fitness trackers (Fitbit, Apple Watch)
- Improve rewards system with more valuable options
- Enhance user experience by reducing ads
- Add more workout tracking features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ASICS Runkeeper free?

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

### Is Runtopia free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ASICS Runkeeper or Runtopia?

ASICS Runkeeper is rated higher. ASICS Runkeeper averages 4.8 out of 5 from 381K ratings, while Runtopia averages 4.7 from 2.6K ratings.

### Do ASICS Runkeeper or Runtopia have ads?

Both ASICS Runkeeper and Runtopia show ads.

### Which is updated more often, ASICS Runkeeper or Runtopia?

ASICS Runkeeper ships an update fortnightly, and Runtopia every 3 weeks. Most recently, ASICS Runkeeper was updated on October 28, 2026 and Runtopia on October 26, 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.*