# ASICS Runkeeper vs Pace Watch

The clearest difference is rating: ASICS Runkeeper at 4.8 against Pace Watch's 3.8. ASICS Runkeeper also leads on ratings volume (381K vs 4) and review sentiment (74% vs 50%). Pace Watch's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ASICS Runkeeper sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Pace Watch asks for nothing beyond the download.

ASICS Runkeeper holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ASICS Runkeeper has 381K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of ASICS Runkeeper's written reviews are positive against 50% of Pace Watch's.

ASICS Runkeeper ships an update fortnightly, Pace Watch every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ASICS Runkeeper | Pace Watch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (381K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/asics-runkeeperrun-tracker/id300235330/reviews)** | [3.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pace-watch/id1252465274/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **381K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **74.2% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#170** | — |
| Size | 115 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ASICS Runner App, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/300226026) | [Simon Fortelny](https://appshunter.io/developer/601825403) |

## What reviewers say

### ASICS Runkeeper

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

**Currently charting:** #170 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


### Pace Watch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pace-watch/id1252465274)

This app helps runners maintain a target pace during training. It provides haptic and audio feedback when you deviate from your desired speed, with adjustable leeway. It integrates with HealthKit to read and write workout data.

**Highlights:** Target pace training, Haptic and audio feedback, Phone-free operation, Adjustable pace buffer, HealthKit integration

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ASICS Runkeeper free?

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

### Is Pace Watch free?

Pace Watch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ASICS Runkeeper or Pace Watch?

ASICS Runkeeper is rated higher. ASICS Runkeeper averages 4.8 out of 5 from 381K ratings, while Pace Watch averages 3.8 from 4 ratings.

### Do ASICS Runkeeper or Pace Watch have ads?

ASICS Runkeeper shows ads; Pace Watch does not.

### Which is updated more often, ASICS Runkeeper or Pace Watch?

ASICS Runkeeper ships an update fortnightly, and Pace Watch every 8 days. Most recently, ASICS Runkeeper was updated on October 25, 2026 and Pace Watch on October 24, 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.*
