Comparison

5K Runner vs Push Performance Training

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

5K Runner

This app guides users from being inactive to running a 5K in 8 weeks with a structured, 30-minute daily program. It features a human coach voice, music integration, and GPS tracking to help you achieve your fitness goals.

Highlights
  • 8-week structured training plan
  • Alternating walk/run intervals
  • Human coach voice guidance
  • Music integration
  • GPS and distance tracking
  • Earn achievements and badges
Features
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- The OFFICIAL 5K Runner® Couch potato to 5K app. - Get in shape and lose weight in 8 weeks - 4.2 Million People successfully did it - Featured on CNN, Fox, USA Today, Times, Fitness Channel, Apple's "New & Noteworthy", AppAdvice, AppCraver, Best10Apps, Appolicious, Daily Motion, AppOfTheDay, MakeUseOf, the iPhone App Review, Remix Your Health, AppShopper, Apple's Top Health & Fitness apps, and so many others… - 8 Weeks, 3 Times a week, 30 Minutes a day Get ready to start your new healthy life. ——————————————————— This app has won multiple awards (see below), is the most effective & popular 0-5K app and is highly recommended by health & fitness experts. Simply Gets Results ◉ The most effective 0 to 5K app ◉ Nothing to learn. Just press start ◉ Excellent for Weight Loss Features ● All Features fully enabled, and no ads ● Alternating walk / run intervals ● Run segments gradually increase over 8 weeks ● Human coach voice through your headphones that tells you when to walk / run. ● Listen to your music and the coach will blend in ● Control music through the app or headphones ● Compatible with Nike+ and all other GPS apps ● Compatible with all music apps ● Giant community of 0-5K runners on Facebook ● Earn achievements & badges as you advance ● Integrated with Facebook & Twitter ● Outdoors or Treadmill GPS & Apple Health ● Built in GPS & Distance Tracking, also when app is in background ● Integrated with Apple Health for Calorie calculation & saving workouts NOTE: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. We’re here for you ● We gladly answer all questions - just ask us at: support@fitness22.com Praise - 4.2 Million People successfully did it - Awards: Best 5K Training App, Best Running App, Editor's Choice, Top fitness app, Best Beginner App, Top Quality App, Best fitness and nutrition apps. - Featured on CNN, Fox, USA Today, Times, Fitness Channel, Apple's "New & Noteworthy", AppAdvice, AppCraver, Best10Apps, Appolicious, Daily Motion, AppOfTheDay, MakeUseOf, the iPhone App Review, Remix Your Health, AppShopper, Apple's Top Health & Fitness apps, and so many others. - Recommended by doctors on healthTap.com - See real life success stories on facebook.com/5K.Runner.Community Press Reviews "If you thought that you could never run - get ready for a BIG surprise. With this app - you will run" "It's a great App, I was hooked by the second run, and it kept me running" "If you want to start running and to keep running - this app will do it for you" "One of the best iPhone running apps I’ve tested."  "This application is a must-have fitness trainer for anyone trying to catch the running bug or getting ready for a major running event" "This app is amazingly effective and will help you achieve that coveted 5K distance. If you want to get running, this app is a must.“ This app includes an auto renewing subscription which enables content/workouts - Subscription options are monthly - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication." ● Privacy Policy: https://www.fitness22.com/privacy-policy ● Terms of use: http://fitness22content.com/Components/WebPages/TermsOfUse/TermsOfUse.html --- CONTACT US --- Dear customers, we are here for you! support@fitness22.com

About

Push Performance Training

Features
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Push Performance Training is built for people who want to take control of their fitness, build strength, and create lasting discipline. The app delivers structured training programs, simple nutrition guidance and accountability tools designed to help you lose body fat, build muscle and perform at your best. Inside the app you’ll get access to proven workout programs, progress tracking and direct coaching support to keep you consistent and focused. Every program is designed to be practical, effective and easy to follow so you can stay committed no matter how busy your lifestyle is. Push Performance Training isn’t just about workouts - it’s about building strong habits, a resilient mindset and a healthier lifestyle you can maintain long term. Inside the app: • Structured strength and hypertrophy training programs • Fat loss and body recomposition plans • Simple nutrition guidance and supplement suggestions • Progress tracking and accountability tools • Coaching support and community motivation Train with purpose. Build discipline. Push your performance. *App access requires a paid coaching plan. Terms Of Use: https://kahunas.io/terms-conditions Privacy Policy: https://kahunas.io/privacy Medical Disclaimer: This app does not provide medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment. The information and guidance provided within the app are for general fitness and wellbeing purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any exercise program, changing your nutrition, or making decisions regarding your health.

Screenshots

5K Runner4 screens
Push Performance Training3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: 5K Runner at #167 against Push Performance Training's unranked. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. 5K Runner sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 3 months and Push Performance Training sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $99.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

5K Runner ships an update every 6 weeks, Push Performance Training monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 10 level
5K Runner versus Push Performance Training: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter5K RunnerPush Performance Training
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (119K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews70.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings119K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
Best chart rank#167 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size167 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFITNESS22 LTDJames Pateritsas

Bugs and requests

5K Runner

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

Push Performance Training

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

5K Runner

Subscriptions7
  • Premium Subscription$7.993 Months
  • Premium Subscription7 Days trial2 variants$7.993 Months
  • Premium Subscription7 Days trial$9.993 Months
Show 4 more
  • Premium Subscription7 Days trial$14.993 Months
  • Premium Subscription7 Days trial$15.993 Months
  • Premium Subscription7 Days trial2 variants$19.993 Months
  • Premium Subscription7 Days trial$29.993 Months
One-time2
  • Lifetime Premium$9.99
  • Lifetime Premium$19.99
1 purchases

Push Performance Training

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly$99.991 Month

Questions

Is 5K Runner free?
5K Runner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Push Performance Training free?
Push Performance Training is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do 5K Runner or Push Performance Training have ads?
Neither 5K Runner nor Push Performance Training shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 5K Runner or Push Performance Training?
5K Runner ships an update every 6 weeks, and Push Performance Training monthly. Most recently, 5K Runner was updated on October 31, 2026 and Push Performance Training on October 11, 2026.

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