Parcode vs parkrunner tourist
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Parcode
This app displays your parkrun barcode directly on your Apple Watch for easy check-ins after your run. Choose from QR code or traditional barcode formats, manage multiple family members' barcodes, and personalize them with color themes. A watch face complication and weekly notification help you find it quickly.
- Display parkrun barcode on Apple Watch
- QR code and traditional barcode options
- Manage multiple family barcodes
- Customizable color themes
- Weekly notification reminder
- Watch face complication
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Elevate your 'weekly timed run' experience with Parcode, exclusively on Apple Watch! • Effortlessly display your unique barcode post-run for quick check-in. • Choose between the easily readable QR Code, the traditional barcode, or rotated barcode. • Manage multiple family barcodes with ease. • Personalize each barcode with a delightful array of vibrant colour themes. • Set a convenient weekly notification simplify locating the app after the run. • Simplify barcode display with the Parcode complication on your watch face. Revamp your weekly run routine with both style and convenience – download now! ———————————————————————————————————————————— This third party app is in no way associated with the parkrun Group. parkrun is a registered trademark of parkrun Limited.
parkrunner tourist
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Love parkrun? Take your experience to the next level with parkrunner tourist – the ultimate companion for discovering new events, planning your parkrun tourism and exploring every course with confidence. Whether you’re chasing challenges like the Alphabeteer, Compass Club or simply running for fun, this app helps you find and enjoy new parkrun events with ease. Explore global parkrun events Navigate a user-friendly map interface to find parkrun events across the globe. Find nearby accommodations Plan your stay effortlessly by discovering hotels, B&Bs and campsites near your chosen parkrun events. Perfect for weekend getaways or spontaneous trips. Get seamless directions Integrated navigation ensures you arrive at your parkrun destination without hassle. Check local weather forecasts Stay prepared by viewing up-to-date weather conditions for upcoming events. Discover local cafés Looking for a post-run coffee or breakfast spot? Easily find all cafés near each parkrun event right from the map. Whether you want to grab a quick espresso or settle in for a full meal, you’ll see the best local options nearby – perfect for post-parkrun socialising or refuelling. Event cancellations Easily spot any cancelled events – marked clearly on the map along with details explaining why. No push notifications – just check the app to stay up to date.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: parkrunner tourist at Free against Parcode's $2.99. parkrunner tourist also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). On update cadence, ads, 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
parkrunner tourist is free to download; Parcode costs $2.99 up front. Parcode sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. parkrunner tourist asks for nothing beyond the download.
Parcode ships an update every 3 months, parkrunner tourist every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Parcode | parkrunner tourist |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Whisk Mobile Development Pty Ltd | Alistair Lofthouse |
In-app purchases
Parcode
- Multi-Runner$0.99
parkrunner tourist
No in-app purchases
Questions
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