Comparison

triathlon vs Lactate Express

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

Head to head
About

triathlon

This app offers comprehensive content for triathletes and endurance athletes, covering training, nutrition, and equipment. It features race reports, interviews, and training plans for all levels, from beginners to Ironman competitors.

Highlights
  • Training advice
  • Nutrition tips
  • Equipment reviews
  • Race reports
  • Athlete interviews
  • Training plans
Features
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In der Zeitschrift triathlon lesen Sie Monat für Monat alles Wissenswerte über das Training, die Ernährung, das Equipment und vieles mehr für Triathleten und Ausdauersportler. Wir berichten von den wichtigsten Rennen, führen spannende Interviews und begleiten Sie – vom Jedermann bis zum Ironman – mit vielen Tipps und Trainingsplänen durch das Jahr. Preise: Einzelexemplar: 4,99 EUR 12 Monate: 44,99 EUR Bitte beachten Sie: Sobald Sie das Abo bestätigt haben, wird Ihr iTunes-Konto mit dem entsprechenden Betrag belastet. Das Abo verlängert sich automatisch um die entsprechende Laufzeit, wenn Sie die Verlängerung nicht bis 24 Stunden vor Ende der Laufzeit in Ihren iTunes-Benutzereinstellungen deaktivieren. Ihre Abos können Sie direkt nach dem Kauf in den Einstellungen Ihres Gerätes einsehen, bearbeiten und die Funktion der automatischen Verlängerung deaktivieren. Wenn Sie Ihr Abo nicht deaktivieren, wird Ihr iTunes-Konto innerhalb der 24 Stunden vor Ablauf des Abonnements mit dem entsprechenden Betrag belastet. Eine Rückvergütung ist nicht möglich, sollten Sie das Abonnement während der Laufzeit kündigen wollen. Sie erhalten in jedem Fall alle Ausgaben bis zum Ende der abgeschlossenen Laufzeit. Nähere Informationen zu den Datenschutzrichtlinien (https://tri-mag.de/datenschutzbelehrung/) und Nutzungsbestimmungen (https://tri-mag.de/agb/)

About

Lactate Express

This app provides precise lactate step-test data capture and analysis for endurance athletes and performance diagnosticians. It computes thresholds using scientifically recognized models and generates clear training zones, eliminating the need for manual spreadsheets. Professional reports can be generated and shared easily.

Highlights
  • Lactate step-test data capture
  • Bluetooth sensor integration
  • Multiple threshold analysis models
  • Automatic training zone calculation
  • Branded PDF report generation
  • Test comparison and trend tracking
  • Athlete roster management
Features
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Lactate Express brings the lactate step-test to iPad, Mac, and iPhone — built for performance diagnosticians and serious endurance athletes. Capture every step-test precisely, compute thresholds with scientifically recognized models, and turn them into training zones you can actually apply. No more error-prone spreadsheets and manual entry. CAPTURE — fast and error-free • Step-test one step at a time: load (watts or km/h), lactate, heart rate, and Borg per step • Automatic readings over Bluetooth: SensCore lactate meters and Polar heart-rate sensors • Clear phases: rest, examination, recovery — with the current step clearly marked • Large input fields and one-tap entry, even under time pressure during a test ANALYZE — scientifically grounded • Six threshold models: Mader (4.0 mmol/l), Dickhuth, LT1, dMax, dMaxMod, and user-defined fixed values • Automatic curve fitting with coefficients and R² — the math stays transparent • Training zones such as GA1, GA2, and EB at a glance • Publication-grade charts REPORT — professional • Branded PDF reports with header and footer, charts, tables, and zones • Share via the native iOS and macOS share sheet COMPARE & TRACK — over time • Compare Tests: put any two step-tests side by side (Mac and iPad) to see exactly what changed • Home dashboard with threshold trends and deltas — an athlete's form at a glance • Roster overview to manage many athletes from one place (Team/Pro) • Cohort percentiles: see where an athlete ranks within the group WHO IT'S FOR • Diagnosticians: fast capture, athlete management, professional reports • Athletes: clear zones instead of jargon, an honest performance snapshot PLATFORMS Native SwiftUI — optimized for iPad and Mac, compact on iPhone. SUBSCRIPTIONS Lactate Express offers auto-renewable subscriptions with monthly and yearly terms. The subscription title, duration and price are shown in the app before purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. A subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; your Apple Account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://www.lactate-express.de/lactate-express-policy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Lactate Express — train smarter, not harder.

Screenshots

triathlon4 screens
Lactate Express4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: triathlon at free with in-app purchases against Lactate Express's subscription. triathlon also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.5). Lactate Express's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months) and review sentiment (38% vs 29%). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. triathlon sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Lactate Express sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

triathlon ships an update every 7 months, Lactate Express every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
triathlon versus Lactate Express: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametertriathlonLactate Express
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews37.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size162 MB133 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerspomedis GmbHCOPAtec GmbH

Customer experience

triathlon

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral9.5%
Negative61.9%

Lactate Express

Written reviews8 reviews
Positive37.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative62.5%

In-app purchases

11 purchases

triathlon

One-time11
  • triathlon 133$3.99
  • triathlon 138$3.99
  • triathlon special 1/2016$3.99
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  • triathlon 165$3.99
  • triathlon 177$3.99
  • triathlon special 2/2018$3.99
  • triathlon 181$3.99
  • triathlon 190$4.99
  • triathlon 229$5.99
  • Praxishandbuch Bikefitting (Kay Dobat)$14.99
  • Kraulschwimmen wie die Profis$17.99
4 purchases

Lactate Express

Subscriptions4
  • Teams (Monthly)$24.991 Month
  • Professionals (1 Month)$44.991 Month
  • Teams (Yearly)$250.001 Year
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  • Professionals (Yearly)$399.001 Year

Questions

Is triathlon free?
triathlon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lactate Express free?
Lactate Express is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do triathlon or Lactate Express have ads?
Neither triathlon nor Lactate Express shows ads.
Which is updated more often, triathlon or Lactate Express?
triathlon ships an update every 7 months, and Lactate Express every 3 weeks. Most recently, triathlon was updated on September 21, 2026 and Lactate Express on October 12, 2026.

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