# Run Trainer vs RunKit

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RunKit at 87% against Run Trainer's 53%. RunKit also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4). Run Trainer's advantage is ratings volume (199 vs 53). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Run Trainer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and RunKit sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RunKit holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 199 and 53 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of Run Trainer's written reviews are positive against 87% of RunKit's.

Run Trainer ships an update monthly, RunKit fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Run Trainer | RunKit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (199 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-trainer-running-tracker/id403963861/reviews) | **[4.8 (53 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runkit-custom-running-workout/id6468424764/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **199** | 53 |
| Positive reviews | 52.9% of reviews | **86.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 125 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Run Trainer B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546716145) | [Arnaud Dupuy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458898028) |

## What reviewers say

### Run Trainer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-trainer-running-tracker/id403963861)

This app serves as a personal running coach and GPS tracker, offering guided training plans for various distances from Couch to 5K to half marathons. It provides audio coaching, detailed performance statistics, and seamless integration with Apple devices.

**Highlights:** Personalized training plans (Couch to 5K, 10K, Half Marathon), Customizable training schedules (MyPlan), Audio coaching with voice cues, Integrated music control, Free Run mode for untracked runs, Accurate GPS tracking with Apple Maps, Detailed performance statistics (SpeedMap, pace overview), Apple Watch app for hands-free training

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All features per month | $5.99 | per month |
| All features per 3 months | $15.49 | per 3 months |
| All features per month year | $43.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent for beginner runners
- 🎯 Effective interval training structure
- 🎵 Works with music in background
- 📊 Good progress tracking and statistics
- ⚡ Simple and easy to use interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and glitches
- 🔐 Difficult to cancel subscriptions
- 💰 Misleading free trial/freemium model
- 📱 Login issues and authentication problems
- 🌐 WiFi-only connectivity requirement

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes mid-run and loses recording
- Pausing workout causes progress restart
- Login freezes and authentication failures
- Sign-up form stuck on DOB slider
- App won't open or keeps crashing

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch standalone functionality without phone
- Integration with Fitbit and MyFitnessPal
- Integration with native Fitness app
- Weight loss tracking integration
- Treadmill mode improvements


### RunKit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runkit-custom-running-workout/id6468424764)

Create, schedule, and execute custom workouts for a variety of sports. Plan multi-week training programs and sync them directly to your Apple Watch for seamless execution and real-time metrics. Track progress and get race-time predictions.

**Highlights:** Multi-step workout creation, Workout scheduling and calendar view, Apple Watch syncing, Support for multiple sports, Training plan building, Workout library management

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 👍 Great for custom workouts
- 👍 Seamless Apple Watch integration
- 👍 Helps with interval training
- 👍 Good for planning runs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cannot share workouts through WhatsApp
- 🐛 Subscription error message
- 🐛 Not working after recent updates
- 🐛 Lost all data after reinstalling
- 🐛 No support response

**Reported bugs**

- App not working after recent updates
- Lost all data after reinstalling
- Cannot share workouts through WhatsApp
- Subscription error message
- Sharing feature not working

**Requested features**

- Smaller pace integers
- Ability to create workouts for strength training
- Folders or tags for organizing workouts
- Ability to connect headphones via Apple Watch for audio feedback
- Desktop or web version for easier workout creation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Run Trainer free?

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

### Is RunKit free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Run Trainer or RunKit?

RunKit is rated higher. Run Trainer averages 4.4 out of 5 from 199 ratings, while RunKit averages 4.8 from 53 ratings.

### Do Run Trainer or RunKit have ads?

Neither Run Trainer nor RunKit shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Run Trainer or RunKit?

Run Trainer ships an update monthly, and RunKit fortnightly. Most recently, Run Trainer was updated on October 21, 2026 and RunKit on October 27, 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.*