Comparison

RunTheDeck vs Training with Cards

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

Head to head
About

RunTheDeck

This app generates randomized exercise routines based on a deck of cards concept. Users can select their preferred exercises and let the app create a workout. Share your workout history with friends for bragging rights.

Highlights
  • Randomized exercise routines
  • Customizable exercise selection
  • Workout history sharing
  • Card deck concept
  • Bragging rights feature
Features
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This app is based upon an old method of randomizing exercises using a deck of cards. Instead of using a deck of cards, just select the various exercises you want to randomize and let the play begin. You can share the history with your friends for the ultimate bragging rights!

About

Training with Cards

Features
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“Training with Cards” makes your workout fun and unpredictable! Just flip a card and let the deck decide your next move. ・Default exercises: Squats, Push-ups, Sit-ups, and Burpees – fully customizable to fit your style. ・Workout with randomness Every session is different, keeping your training fresh and exciting. ・Track your progress Check your training history on the built-in calendar and stay motivated. ・Multilingual support Available in Japanese and English. Perfect for martial arts fans, fitness enthusiasts, or anyone who wants to enjoy exercising like a game. Start your “Training with Cards” today!

Screenshots

RunTheDeck2 screens
Training with Cards4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: RunTheDeck at none against Training with Cards's shown. Training with Cards's advantage is update cadence (every 7 months vs every 18 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RunTheDeck ships an update every 18 months, Training with Cards every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on July 6, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
RunTheDeck versus Training with Cards: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRunTheDeckTraining with Cards
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 18 monthsEvery 7 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnthony AdamsTomoaki Okubo

In-app purchases

None

RunTheDeck

No in-app purchases

None

Training with Cards

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RunTheDeck free?
RunTheDeck is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Training with Cards free?
Training with Cards is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do RunTheDeck or Training with Cards have ads?
Training with Cards shows ads; RunTheDeck does not.
Which is updated more often, RunTheDeck or Training with Cards?
RunTheDeck ships an update every 18 months, and Training with Cards every 7 months. Most recently, RunTheDeck was updated on July 6, 2026 and Training with Cards on September 10, 2026.

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