# Run Trainer vs run.App

Run Trainer and run.App both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 83% of run.App's written reviews are positive against 53% of Run Trainer's. run.App also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). Run Trainer's advantage is ratings volume (199 vs 26) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, 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 run.App sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Run Trainer against 4.5 for run.App. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Run Trainer has 199 ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 53% of Run Trainer's written reviews are positive against 83% of run.App's.

Run Trainer ships an update monthly, run.App every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Run Trainer | run.App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (199 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-trainer-running-tracker/id403963861/reviews) | **[4.5 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runapp-running-with-gps/id892189323/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **199** | 26 |
| Positive reviews | 52.9% of reviews | **83.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 125 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Run Trainer B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546716145) | [Wolfgang Saiger](https://appshunter.io/developer/299382192) |

## 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


### run.App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runapp-running-with-gps/id892189323)

This app simplifies run tracking with essential features and a focus on privacy. It offers audio feedback, target times, and automatic pause detection, storing all data locally on your iPhone. Share your achievements and export your routes.

**Highlights:** Easy to use interface, Local data storage, Target time setting, Adjustable audio feedback, Automatic pause detection, Extensive statistics, GPX Export, Apple Health Integration

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro version | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Run Trainer free?

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

### Is run.App free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Run Trainer or run.App?

run.App is rated higher. Run Trainer averages 4.4 out of 5 from 199 ratings, while run.App averages 4.5 from 26 ratings.

### Do Run Trainer or run.App have ads?

Neither Run Trainer nor run.App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Run Trainer or run.App?

Run Trainer ships an update monthly, and run.App every 2 months. Most recently, Run Trainer was updated on October 21, 2026 and run.App 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.*