# TrainingPeaks vs RaceJoy

The clearest difference is rating: TrainingPeaks at 4.7 against RaceJoy's 3.9. TrainingPeaks also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and chart position (#123 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TrainingPeaks sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and RaceJoy sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TrainingPeaks holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TrainingPeaks has 13K ratings behind it against 1.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of TrainingPeaks's written reviews are positive against 52% of RaceJoy's.

TrainingPeaks ships an update fortnightly, RaceJoy every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TrainingPeaks | RaceJoy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trainingpeaks-plan-train-lift/id408047715/reviews)** | [3.9 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/racejoy/id596132953/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 1.6K |
| Positive reviews | **62.0% of reviews** | 52.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#123** | — |
| Size | 278 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Peaksware, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/408047718) | [TriPerta LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/596132956) |

## What reviewers say

### TrainingPeaks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trainingpeaks-plan-train-lift/id408047715)

**Currently charting:** #123 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app offers a comprehensive platform for athletes and coaches to plan, track, and analyze training for endurance sports and strength building. It provides flexible scheduling, actionable insights, and integrated strength training to optimize performance and durability.

**Highlights:** Flexible training planning, Actionable data insights, Integrated strength training, Indoor cycling virtual rides, Seamless device syncing, Advanced coaching tools

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Premium Subscription | $48.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual Premium Subscription | $134.99 | per year |
| Annual price 2025 | $135.99 | per year |
| One Month Premium Subscription | $19.99 | one-time |
| One Year Premium Subscription | $119.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great training tool
- 📊 Comprehensive data and analytics
- 🤝 Seamless integration with other apps
- 🗓️ Useful for planning and tracking training
- 💪 Helps improve performance and fitness

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unstable app experience
- 🤔 Complicated and not very user-friendly
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔍 Limited functionality in mobile app
- 🕰️ Slow sync and data processing

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent sync between mobile app and web version
- Workout data not always accurately recorded or displayed
- Frequent crashes and performance issues
- Login problems and password reset difficulties
- Incompatibility with certain devices and platforms

**Requested features**

- Ability to create and customize training plans
- Improved user interface and navigation
- Better integration with Apple Health and other fitness apps
- Dark mode option
- More affordable subscription tiers


### RaceJoy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/racejoy/id596132953)

Enhance your race day experience with real-time GPS tracking, progress alerts, and motivational cheers for participants and spectators. Offers live tracking for events and training, with features like progress updates and photo sharing.

**Highlights:** Live GPS phone tracking, Send-a-Cheer motivational audio, NearMe participant alerts, MeetUp tool for location sharing, Automatic progress postings, Scored race results, Official race photos

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RaceJoy Phone Fun-Tracking | $0.99 | one-time |
| RaceJoy Phone Fun-26.2 with DONNA | $0.99 | one-time |
| RaceJoy Phone Fun-Cherry Blossom | $0.99 | one-time |
| RaceJoy Phone Fun-Pittsburgh Marathon | $0.99 | one-time |
| RaceJoy Phone Fun-Glass City Marathon | $0.99 | one-time |
| RaceJoy PhoneTrak-Vermont City Marathon | $0.99 | one-time |
| PhoneTrak-Glass City Marathon | $0.99 | one-time |
| PhoneTrak-Zions Bank Ogden Marathon | $0.99 | one-time |
| PhoneTrak-Kentucky Derby Marathon Festival | $0.99 | one-time |
| PhoneTrak-Burning River | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for tracking runners and spectators
- 🚀 Accurate mile updates and estimated finish times
- 💡 Ability to send audible cheers to runners
- 🤝 Helpful for virtual and in-person races

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable tracking
- 🔋 Battery draining
- 🤔 Unintuitive and confusing interface
- 🙅‍♀️ Requires runners to have the app and phone

**Reported bugs**

- Tracking stops working mid-race
- App crashes frequently
- Inaccurate distance and pace tracking
- Notifications and updates delayed or not received

**Requested features**

- Automatic start/stop tracking
- Ability to view cheers after the race
- Integration with other fitness apps and devices
- More customization options for spectators


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TrainingPeaks free?

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

### Is RaceJoy free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TrainingPeaks or RaceJoy?

TrainingPeaks is rated higher. TrainingPeaks averages 4.7 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while RaceJoy averages 3.9 from 1.6K ratings.

### Do TrainingPeaks or RaceJoy have ads?

Neither TrainingPeaks nor RaceJoy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TrainingPeaks or RaceJoy?

TrainingPeaks ships an update fortnightly, and RaceJoy every 2 months. Most recently, TrainingPeaks was updated on October 30, 2026 and RaceJoy on October 29, 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.*