RunKit vs 1 Bit Log
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
1 Bit Log
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1 Bit Log is a minimalist mood tracker with a unique retro terminal aesthetic. Track your emotional journey with a beautiful, distraction-free interface inspired by classic computer terminals. SIMPLE MOOD LOGGING • Log your mood with a single tap (5 levels from Critical to Excellent) • Add notes and thoughts to each entry • Tag your entries for easy organization • Mark important moments as favorites POWERFUL INSIGHTS • View your mood patterns with weekly charts • Yearly heatmap shows your emotional journey at a glance • Calendar view for quick date navigation • Detailed statistics to understand your trends PREMIUM FEATURES • Multiple retro themes (Amber, Blue, Matrix, Arctic, and more) • Full yearly heatmap visualization • Calendar view with mood indicators • PDF and Markdown export • iCloud sync across all your devices • Password protection for privacy • Custom notification reminders • 14 unique achievements to unlock • CRT scanline effects for authentic retro feel PRIVACY FIRST • All data stays on your device • Optional iCloud sync (Premium) • No tracking, no ads, no data collection • Password lock to keep your journal private Built with love for those who appreciate min
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: RunKit at fortnightly against 1 Bit Log's every 6 months. RunKit also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). 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
Both are free to download. RunKit sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and 1 Bit Log sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
RunKit ships an update fortnightly, 1 Bit Log every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RunKit | 1 Bit Log |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (56 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 86.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 56 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 56 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Arnaud Dupuy | Fatih Emir Onder |
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
1 Bit Log
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
RunKit
- Premium7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Premium7 Days trial$19.991 Year
1 Bit Log
- Premium Lifetime$1.99









