# ASICS Runkeeper vs Vert

The clearest difference is rating: ASICS Runkeeper at 4.8 against Vert's 4.4. ASICS Runkeeper also leads on ratings volume (379K vs 72) and chart position (#147 vs unranked). Vert's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ASICS Runkeeper sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Vert sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ASICS Runkeeper holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ASICS Runkeeper has 379K ratings behind it against 72, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 74% of ASICS Runkeeper's written reviews are positive against 78% of Vert's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

ASICS Runkeeper ships an update every 2 weeks, Vert weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ASICS Runkeeper | Vert |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (379K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/asics-runkeeperrun-tracker/id300235330/reviews)** | [4.4 (72 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vert-trail-running-coach/id1560376613/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **379K** | 72 |
| Positive reviews | 74.0% of reviews | **78.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#147** | — |
| Size | 124 MB | 99 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ASICS Runner App, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/300226026) | [Vertrun INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1560376615) |

## What reviewers say

### ASICS Runkeeper

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

**Currently charting:** #147 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


### Vert

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vert-trail-running-coach/id1560376613)

This app provides personalized training plans and expert coaching for trail and ultra runners, from 5K to 100+ miles. It adapts to your life and terrain, offering features like elevation tracking and seamless device syncing.

**Highlights:** Personalized trail training plans, Human coaching and real support, Elevation and terrain-focused training, Adaptable workout schedules, Seamless device syncing, Progress tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro: Trail Training Plans | $19.99 | per month |
| Legacy  Vert lite | $24.99 | per month |
| Legacy  Vert coaching lite | $29.99 | per month |
| 1:1 Trail Running Coaching | $44.99 | per month |
| Vert Pro Annual Upgrade Offer | $99.99 | per year |
| Pro Annual: Ultra Training | $119.00 | per year |
| Legacy  Vert coaching 6m | $154.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium: one to one coaching | $199.99 | per month |
| 12 months of coaching | $309.00 | per year |
| Personal Running Coach Annual | $390.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👨‍🏫 Expert coaching from world-class athletes
- 📋 Well-designed personalized training plans
- 💬 Strong community engagement features
- 🎯 Effective race preparation and goal achievement
- 💰 Affordable pricing for quality coaching

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and technical glitches
- 🔐 Login and authentication issues
- ⚠️ Unreliable app stability
- 🔄 Plans fail to load or display properly
- 📞 Inconsistent coach communication and support

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently during use
- Login errors with Apple and Google authentication
- Training plans fail to load or display
- Workout times show different values in week vs day view
- Strava integration sends duplicate activities

**Requested features**

- Calendar integration like competitor apps
- More comprehensive nutrition and diet content
- Better device integration (Garmin, Suunto)
- Improved year selection for date of birth input
- Better workout recording options (partial completion tracking)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ASICS Runkeeper free?

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

### Is Vert free?

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

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

ASICS Runkeeper is rated higher. ASICS Runkeeper averages 4.8 out of 5 from 379K ratings, while Vert averages 4.4 from 72 ratings.

### Do ASICS Runkeeper or Vert have ads?

Both ASICS Runkeeper and Vert show ads.

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

ASICS Runkeeper ships an update every 2 weeks, and Vert weekly. Most recently, ASICS Runkeeper was updated on September 24, 2026 and Vert on September 14, 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.*