# Wahoo vs Pacer for Running

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Wahoo at 43% against Pacer for Running's 0%. Wahoo also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (43K vs 1). Pacer for Running's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Wahoo sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Pacer for Running asks for nothing beyond the download.

Wahoo holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wahoo has 43K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Wahoo's written reviews are positive against 0% of Pacer for Running's.

Wahoo ships an update fortnightly, Pacer for Running every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Wahoo | Pacer for Running |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (43K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wahoo/id391599899/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pacer-for-running/id6474128468/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **43K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **42.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 383 MB | 102 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Wahoo Fitness](https://appshunter.io/developer/359225354) | [NeumaFIT Co.,ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1646227461) |

## What reviewers say

### Wahoo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wahoo/id391599899)

This app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a powerful fitness tool for tracking workouts across various activities like running, cycling, and strength training. It offers detailed analysis of your training zones, activity history, and allows seamless integration with Bluetooth sensors and Wahoo hardware for a comprehensive training experience.

**Highlights:** Record indoor and outdoor workouts, Visualize training zones (power, heart rate), Analyze activity history with GPS routes, Pair Bluetooth sensors (heart rate, power, speed), Connect and update Wahoo devices, Control KICKR smart bikes and trainers, Share workouts to training platforms

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Wahoo Core | $4.99 | per month |
| Wahoo | $17.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Tracks more than just pace and heart rate
- 🚀 GPS tracking is sound
- 👍 Audio announcements have good options
- 👍 Works well with Zwift
- 👍 Provides a consistent training experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently, especially for long workouts
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly even in battery saving mode
- 🔒 Requires mandatory account creation and data sharing
- 🐛 Unreliable GPS and cadence tracking
- 🐛 Inconsistent distance and calorie measurements

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when connecting to trainer
- Fails to record GPS, heart rate, and other sensor data
- Syncing issues with Strava and other platforms
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between workout types

**Requested features**

- Allow customization of data screens
- Add ability to create and load pre-set workouts
- Improve Strava and Apple Health integration
- Bring back offline workout editing
- Add an Apple Watch app for better integration


### Pacer for Running

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pacer-for-running/id6474128468)

This app guides users through a Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) using a connected device for precise cardio performance data. It provides detailed reports and personalized training plans to enhance running progress and reduce injury risk.

**Highlights:** Guided Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET), Connects with PACER device, Accurate cardio performance data, Detailed test reports, Personalized training plans, Injury risk minimization

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Wahoo free?

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

### Is Pacer for Running free?

Pacer for Running is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Wahoo or Pacer for Running?

Wahoo is rated higher. Wahoo averages 4.7 out of 5 from 43K ratings, while Pacer for Running averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Wahoo or Pacer for Running have ads?

Neither Wahoo nor Pacer for Running shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Wahoo or Pacer for Running?

Wahoo ships an update fortnightly, and Pacer for Running every 5 days. Most recently, Wahoo was updated on November 11, 2026 and Pacer for Running on November 4, 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.*