Planit for runner vs Lap Counter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Planit for runner
This app helps runners plan and pace their races and training sessions. It features a unique two-dial interface for one-handed control, allowing easy adjustment of distance, time, and pace. Calculate split times, lap times, and arrival times for various running scenarios.
- Running pace, time, and distance calculation
- One-handed dial interface
- Split time and lap time calculation
- Bookmark saved settings
- Calculator keypad for input
- Graph visualization of interval pace
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Improve your running with Planit. Focus on running your race at your pace and leave the planning to Planit. Designed by runners for runners, Planit is easy to use and stress free, whether you are waiting at the starting line or off and running. Pace your marathons, races, and training sessions with Planitβs unique two-dial interface that gives you one-handed control over the display mode and settings. Control every aspect of your run by quickly setting distance, time, pace or speed with an innovative interface and bookmark your settings to retrieve them quickly later on. In combination with the built-in calculator keypad (great for complicated calculations), the dials will help you fine-tune your desired values with a flick in either direction. With another flick, switch the mode to split times and you can pace yourself segment by segment throughout your run to ensure that you run your race. Read on to find out more about the features of Planit. γCalculatorγ Pace Calculator Calculates running pace when you enter distance and time. This calculator can be used, for example, to check what the optimal pace is when running a full marathon in 4 hours. (5 min and 41 sec per km) The display can be toggled between pace (min/km) and speed (km/h). For those on a track (e.g. 400m), you can also calculate the number of laps and lap time required to hit your pace. Time Calculator Calculates running time when you enter distance and pace. This can be used to find out, for example, how long it takes to run a half-marathon with a pace of 4 min 45 sec / 1 km. (1 hr 40 min 12 sec) Distance Calculator Calculates distance when you enter pace and time. This can be used, for example, to calculate a distance when running for 1 hr at 4 min 30 sec / km. (13.334km) γPlannerγ Displays the automatically calculated split times for a fixed distance according to the distance, time and pace you set. Fine tune the pace of each segment with a flick of the dials. Interval pace can also be displayed in a graph form, so you can visually grasp the progress of your overall pace. Split time can be changed to an interval lap time and arrival time for each checkpoint. Key features: - Easily calculate running distance, time and pace - One-handed operation for changing modes and settings - Innovative keypad for easy distance and time input - Bookmarks to allow users to save and retrieve frequently used values - For tracks, calculate laps and lap times for a set pace - Calculate split times and lap times for fixed distances - Input start time and see arrival time at checkpoints - Adjust an intervalβs pace with the dial and see changes to your projected pace and finish time. Notes: - Distance units are available in both kilometers and miles. - Pace units can be shown either in time per kilometer or distance per hour. - 8 colors to choose from!
Lap Counter
Easily track your laps during indoor workouts without relying on GPS. This app offers a simple tap-and-hold interface to record laps, set distance goals, and review your progress with detailed history and visual charts. Customize units and enjoy a dark mode option for comfortable use.
- Single tap lap recording
- Flexible distance goal setting
- Circular progress bar visualization
- Detailed history and insights
- Metric and imperial unit support
- Dark mode option
- Weight tracking and charts
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Introducing Lap Tracker: Your Essential Fitness Companion Tired of unreliable GPS signals interfering with your indoor workouts? Lap Tracker is the perfect solution! Designed for runners, swimmers, cyclists, and anyone tracking laps, our app provides a simple yet powerful way to monitor your progress, even in challenging environments like indoor tracks or pools. Anyone doing laps has said "was that lap 12 or lap 13".... and then we get discouraged... just click the screen and done... you do the laps, we'll do the rest. Key Features: Effortless Lap Tracking: Accurately record your laps with a single tap and hold. Flexible Goal Setting: Calculate the number of laps needed to reach your distance goals. Stunning Visuals: Track your progress with a dynamic, visually engaging circular progress bar. Powerful History & Insights: Review past sessions with detailed history views, filterable by date range. Works with Apple Watch so you can leave your iPhone at home. Sync your laps to your iPhone when you return from your workout. Customize Your Experience: Switch between metric (meters/kilometers) and imperial (feet/miles) units. Enable dark mode for comfortable use in low-light conditions. Enhanced Accuracy: Minimize accidental lap recordings with our tap-and-hold feature. Lap Tracker is the ideal companion for your indoor workouts. Download today and start tracking your progress with confidence! Search Search history view so you can choose between pool, track, or any other track name you provided Search stats view so you can narrow down your specific stats for each track name you provided Track your weight changes and track by week, month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, and all time. Review your weight chart to view your weight changes. https://www.leindesign.ca/policy/eula.php
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Planit for runner at 100% against Lap Counter's 0%. Planit for runner also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). Lap Counter's advantage is price (Free vs $2.99) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 18 months). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Lap Counter is free to download; Planit for runner costs $2.99 up front. Lap Counter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Planit for runner asks for nothing beyond the download.
Planit for runner ships an update every 18 months, Lap Counter every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Planit for runner | Lap Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free β better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews β better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | Every 2 months β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch β better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 β better | 26.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | DreamGarage Inc. | John Lein |
Customer experience
Planit for runner
Lap Counter
In-app purchases
Planit for runner
No in-app purchases
Lap Counter
- Premium Access$1.99







