# ASICS Runkeeper vs Challenge Tracker

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Challenge Tracker at none against ASICS Runkeeper's 13. Challenge Tracker also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). ASICS Runkeeper's advantage is ratings volume (379K vs 1) and chart position (#143 vs unranked). On price 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. Challenge Tracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

Challenge Tracker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ASICS Runkeeper has 379K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

ASICS Runkeeper ships an update every 2 weeks, Challenge Tracker every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and August 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ASICS Runkeeper | Challenge Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (379K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/asics-runkeeperrun-tracker/id300235330/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/challenge-tracker/id1615207267/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **379K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 74.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#143** | — |
| Size | 124 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ASICS Runner App, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/300226026) | [Nigel Gee](https://appshunter.io/developer/1465159348) |

## What reviewers say

### ASICS Runkeeper

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

**Currently charting:** #143 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


### Challenge Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/challenge-tracker/id1615207267)

Track your progress towards monthly health and fitness goals, including steps, distance, and exercise minutes. Integrates with Apple Health to visualize your progress with rings and charts. Supports various activities and is fully accessible.

**Highlights:** Set monthly goals, Track various activities (walking, running, exercise, steps, cycling, swimming), Integrates with Apple Health, Progress rings and bar charts, VoiceOver and Apple Audio Graph accessibility, Supports iPhone and iPod

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ASICS Runkeeper free?

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

### Is Challenge Tracker free?

Challenge Tracker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ASICS Runkeeper or Challenge Tracker?

Challenge Tracker is rated higher. ASICS Runkeeper averages 4.8 out of 5 from 379K ratings, while Challenge Tracker averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ASICS Runkeeper or Challenge Tracker have ads?

ASICS Runkeeper shows ads; Challenge Tracker does not.

### Which is updated more often, ASICS Runkeeper or Challenge Tracker?

ASICS Runkeeper ships an update every 2 weeks, and Challenge Tracker every 3 weeks. Most recently, ASICS Runkeeper was updated on September 28, 2026 and Challenge Tracker on August 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.*