Comparison

Pace Calculator vs VALĒRE

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

Head to head
About

Pace Calculator

This running app helps users calculate target paces for races and training. It features a smart chat assistant for quick queries, unit conversion, and detailed split times. Plan your runs and achieve your personal best with instant, clear results.

Highlights
  • Smart chat assistant for pace queries
  • Calculate pace from distance and time
  • Kilometer and mile support
  • Unit conversion (km/miles, min/km, min/mile)
  • Detailed split times
  • Instant pace and speed results
Features
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Pace Calculator is the essential tool for runners of all levels. Whether you're training for your first 5K or aiming for a marathon PR, Pace Calculator helps you plan and achieve your running goals. Features: Smart Chat Assistant Ask questions in plain English! Just type "What pace for 5km in 20 minutes?" or "How long for a marathon at 5:30 pace?" and get instant answers. Try follow-up questions like "in miles?" to convert your results. Pace Calculator - Enter your target distance and time to find the exact pace you need - Supports kilometres and miles - Pre-set distances: 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, and more Unit Converter - Convert between kilometres and miles - Convert pace between min/km and min/mile - Convert pace to speed and vice versa Split Times - See detailed kilometre or mile split times for your run - Perfect for pacing strategy during races Quick Results - Instant calculations as you adjust values - See both pace and speed simultaneously - Clear, easy-to-read display Perfect for: - Training pace planning - Race strategy and goal setting - Converting between units - Understanding what pace you need for your target time Download Pace Calculator today and take the guesswork out of your running goals!

About

VALĒRE

This app optimizes strength training for endurance athletes, focusing on performance and injury prevention. It uses an algorithm to automatically adjust weights based on reps in reserve and fatigue levels, offering programs for all experience levels.

Highlights
  • Automated weight adjustment via RIR algorithm
  • Fatigue scale for real-time weight adjustments
  • Workout durations from 15-60 minutes
  • Programs for all athlete levels
  • Injury prevention focus
Features
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Valēre is the strength training app specifically for endurance athletes, optimising strength training for both performance and injury prevention. Based on our research and experience working with some of the world’s best athletes, Valēre offers a range of features to help you take your strength training and endurance performance to the next level. Using a unique algorithm that adjusts your weights automatically based on RIR (reps in reserve), we ensure your weights are optimised for every set. Feeling tired or in a heavy training block? With a built in fatigue scale for every workout, further weight adjustments are made automatically based on your current level of fatigue. With workout durations from just 15 minutes up to 60 minutes, there’s options for even the busiest of schedules. Whether you’re an experienced athlete with a strong strength training history or a newcomer to your sport and strength training, we offer programs for all levels of athlete. Download our free trial to start your journey to make your strength training count and take your endurance performance to the next level. Terms and conditions: https://valereendurance.com/terms-and-conditions Privacy policy: https://valereendurance.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Pace Calculator4 screens
VALĒRE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Pace Calculator at 4.3 against VALĒRE's 3.7. Pace Calculator also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 38%) and update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). VALĒRE's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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. Pace Calculator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and VALĒRE sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pace Calculator holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pace Calculator has 39 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Pace Calculator's written reviews are positive against 38% of VALĒRE's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pace Calculator ships an update every 5 days, VALĒRE monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Pace Calculator versus VALĒRE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPace CalculatorVALĒRE
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (39 ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews67.7% of reviews — better38.5% of reviews
Number of ratings39 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRicky YimEndurance Movement App Pty Ltd

Customer experience

Pace Calculator

All ratings39 ratings
Positive79.5%
Neutral7.7%
Negative12.8%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive67.7%
Neutral9.7%
Negative22.6%

VALĒRE

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive38.5%
Neutral7.7%
Negative53.8%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Pace Calculator

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99
5 purchases

VALĒRE

Subscriptions5
  • Valere Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Valere Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Valere Monthly14 Days trial$12.991 Month
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  • Valere Annual$79.991 Year
  • Valere Annual$99.991 Year

Questions

Is Pace Calculator free?
Pace Calculator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VALĒRE free?
VALĒRE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pace Calculator or VALĒRE?
Pace Calculator is rated higher. Pace Calculator averages 4.3 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while VALĒRE averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Pace Calculator or VALĒRE have ads?
Pace Calculator shows ads; VALĒRE does not.
Which is updated more often, Pace Calculator or VALĒRE?
Pace Calculator ships an update every 5 days, and VALĒRE monthly. Most recently, Pace Calculator was updated on October 17, 2026 and VALĒRE on September 29, 2026.

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