# 5K Runner vs Absolute Strength

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Absolute Strength at none against 5K Runner's 10. Absolute Strength also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). 5K Runner's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#150 vs unranked). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 5K Runner sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 3 months. Absolute Strength asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | 5K Runner | Absolute Strength |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (119K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5k-runner-couch-to-5k-running/id448357306/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **119K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 74.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | **#150** | — |
| Size | 167 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [FITNESS22 LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/383171664) | [PushPress, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/688595778) |

## What reviewers say

### 5K Runner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5k-runner-couch-to-5k-running/id448357306)

**Currently charting:** #150 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app guides users from beginner to running a 5K in 8 weeks with a structured, gradual training plan. It features audio coaching, music integration, and progress tracking, making fitness accessible and achievable.

**Highlights:** 8-week progressive training plan, Audio coaching for walk/run intervals, Music integration and control, GPS and distance tracking, Apple Health integration, Achievements and badges

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Subscription | $7.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Subscription | $7.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Subscription | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Subscription | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Subscription | $15.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Lifetime Premium | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Gradual progression
- 💪 Effective for beginners
- 🎉 Motivating and inspiring
- 🎧 Integrates with music playback

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription
- 🔍 Lack of pace and distance tracking
- 🕰️ Rapid increase in run duration
- 🤖 Robotic voice prompts
- 🔀 Difficulty tracking progress

**Reported bugs**

- Syncing issues between iPhone and Apple Watch
- Crashes and freezes during use
- Inability to delete user account or workout history

**Requested features**

- More detailed performance tracking
- Customizable voice prompts
- Apple Watch integration
- Ability to edit workout history
- Smoother transition between run/walk intervals


### Absolute Strength

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/absolute-strength/id6746770051)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 5K Runner free?

5K Runner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Absolute Strength free?

Absolute Strength is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do 5K Runner or Absolute Strength have ads?

Absolute Strength shows ads; 5K Runner does not.

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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.*