Comparison

RunKit vs PaceGuru

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

Head to head
About

RunKit

Create, schedule, and execute custom workouts for a variety of sports. Plan multi-week training programs and sync them directly to your Apple Watch for seamless execution and real-time metrics. Track progress and get race-time predictions.

Highlights
  • Multi-step workout creation
  • Workout scheduling and calendar view
  • Apple Watch syncing
  • Support for multiple sports
  • Training plan building
  • Workout library management
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Build your running workout on iPhone. Run it on Apple Watch. RunKit is the fastest way to create custom running workouts for the Workout app: intervals, tempo, fartlek, hills, long runs. Set each step once, and your Watch guides you through every rep with pace and heart rate alerts. BUILD ANY WORKOUT • Warm-up, cooldown and as many interval blocks as you need • Reps and recoveries by time or distance • Targets per step: pace, heart rate, heart rate zone or cadence • Alerts with a tolerance (exact, ±5", ±10", ±15") • Presets, duplicate steps or whole workouts, notes on each session • Folders to keep your library tidy RUN IT ON YOUR WATCH • Your workout waits in the Workout app: just press start • Apple's native workout engine, with all its metrics and alerts • Running, walking, cycling, swimming, strength and more activity types SCHEDULE YOUR WEEK • Pick a day for each workout and see your week at a glance • Scheduled workouts sync to your Apple Watch automatically • Optional sync with your iPhone calendar NO PLAN YET? FOLLOW ONE OF OURS • Couch to 30 min in 4 weeks • 30 to 60 min in 6 weeks • 60 min to 10K in 8 weeks • 10K to half marathon in 8 weeks • 10K to marathon in 12 weeks Each plan is scheduled day by day, on the days you choose. NEED IDEAS? A gallery of ready-made workouts (easy runs, long runs, intervals, fartlek, tempo, hills, walk/run), added in a tap. KNOW YOUR RACE TIME Race-time predictions for 5K, 10K, half marathon and marathon, based on your Apple Health history. Apple and Apple Watch are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. ----------- RUNKIT PREMIUM Scheduling workouts to Apple Watch, training plans and the workout gallery are part of RunKit Premium. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in your Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://qeezon.com/runkit/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://qeezon.com/runkit/terms-of-use

About

PaceGuru

This app helps runners improve performance with AI-powered insights and personalized training plans. It syncs with Apple Watch to track runs, analyze data, and provide detailed performance metrics for goals like 5K or marathon training.

Highlights
  • Seamless Apple Watch Sync
  • Advanced Run Tracking
  • Performance Insights
  • Personalized Training Plans
  • Goal Setting and Progress Review
Features
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Plan smarter runs, review every workout, and keep improving over time. Sync training from your watch, track progress clearly, and turn every run into useful insight. From your first 5K to your next marathon, PaceGuru helps you train with more structure and confidence. Key Features: Watch Sync: Instantly import and analyze your running data. Advanced Run Tracking: Monitor weekly, monthly, and 30-day progress with detailed stats and intuitive charts. Performance Insights: Visualize distance, pace, heart rate, and calories burned to spot trends and areas for improvement. Personalized Training Plans: Create custom heart rate and pace zones. Design and sync tailored running plans directly to your watch. Plan, Run, Review: Set your goals, track every run, and review your progress to keep improving. Whether you’re training for your first 5K or chasing a marathon PR, Pace Guru gives you the insights and tools to run smarter, stronger, and further. Download Pace Guru and unlock your full running potential today! Pace Guru Membership Instructions for consecutive months - Order cycle:One Month - Price:USD 0.99/month - Payment:User confirms purchase, then payment will be charged to iTunes account - Cancel renewal:To cancel renewal, please turn off automatic renewal in iTunes/Apple ID settings at least 24 hours before the current subscription expires - Renewal:Apple’s iTunes account will be charged within 24 hours before expiration. After successful payment, the subscription period will be extended Pace Guru Membership Instructions for consecutive years - Order cycle:one year - Price:USD 8.99/ year - Payment:User confirms purchase, then payment will be charged to iTunes account - Cancel renewal:To cancel renewal, please turn off automatic renewal in iTunes/Apple ID settings at least 24 hours before the current subscription expires - Renewal:Apple’s iTunes account will be charged within 24 hours before expiration. After successful payment, the subscription period will be extended Contact us: - Email: hamainter@gmail.com Term of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.laihjx.com/paceguru-privacy

Screenshots

RunKit4 screens
PaceGuru4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: RunKit at 4.8 against PaceGuru's 3.7. RunKit also leads on review sentiment (87% vs 57%) and ratings volume (56 vs 6). PaceGuru's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. RunKit sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and PaceGuru sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RunKit holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RunKit has 56 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of RunKit's written reviews are positive against 57% of PaceGuru's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RunKit ships an update fortnightly, PaceGuru weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
RunKit versus PaceGuru: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRunKitPaceGuru
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (56 ratings) — better3.7 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews86.7% of reviews — better57.1% of reviews
Number of ratings56 — better6
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArnaud Dupuy恒坚 赖

Customer experience

RunKit

All ratings53 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive86.7%
Neutral2.2%
Negative11.1%

PaceGuru

All ratings6 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%

Bugs and requests

RunKit

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • App not working after recent updates
  • Lost all data after reinstalling
  • Cannot share workouts through WhatsApp
  • Subscription error message
  • Sharing feature not working
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  • Cannot install on Apple Watch Series 3
  • No support response for bugs

Requested features

11 requests
  • Smaller pace integers
  • Ability to create workouts for strength training
  • Folders or tags for organizing workouts
  • Ability to connect headphones via Apple Watch for audio feedback
  • Desktop or web version for easier workout creation
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  • More sports options
  • Monthly calendar view for better organization
  • Ability to set up desired heart rate zone/cadence at once within runs
  • Add cycling activity
  • Retrieve default settings from the Exercise app for cycling power zones
  • Default to miles instead of KM

PaceGuru

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

RunKit

Subscriptions2
  • Premium7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Premium7 Days trial$19.991 Year
3 purchases

PaceGuru

Subscriptions2
  • Pace Guru Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Pace Guru Annual$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$17.99

Questions

Is RunKit free?
RunKit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PaceGuru free?
PaceGuru is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RunKit or PaceGuru?
RunKit is rated higher. RunKit averages 4.8 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while PaceGuru averages 3.7 from 6 ratings.
Do RunKit or PaceGuru have ads?
Neither RunKit nor PaceGuru shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RunKit or PaceGuru?
RunKit ships an update fortnightly, and PaceGuru weekly. Most recently, RunKit was updated on November 3, 2026 and PaceGuru on November 7, 2026.

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