Comparison

Pacer for Running vs YOJO(養生)

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

Head to head
About

Pacer for Running

This app guides users through a Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) using a connected device for precise cardio performance data. It provides detailed reports and personalized training plans to enhance running progress and reduce injury risk.

Highlights
  • Guided Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET)
  • Connects with PACER device
  • Accurate cardio performance data
  • Detailed test reports
  • Personalized training plans
  • Injury risk minimization
Features
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Connect with our PACER device to take a guided Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) using precise protocols. Our app supports you through each step, ensuring accurate data collection and reliable results on your cardio performance. After the test, receive a detailed report and personalized training plans based on your results, designed to maximize your running progress and minimize injury risk. Users can also download their test data for flexible use according to their individual needs. Disclaimer: This app is intended for fitness purposes only. Always consult a medical professional for advice before using this app or making any medical decisions.

About

YOJO(養生)

Features
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Rediscover the rhythm of living with the sun, guided by Edo-period timekeeping. YOJO weaves together three ancient wellness traditions — Japanese, Chinese, and Indian — with modern health technology into a new kind of wellness companion. ◆ Three Wisdoms, One Natural Rhythm YŌJŌKUN — Edo Preventive Medicine From Japan's oldest health book (1713) by Ekiken Kaibara. Eat to 80% fullness, choose seasonal foods, rise with the sun. Timeless principles for daily well-being. TEMPORAL HOURS — Time by the Sun The Edo-era "fudō jikihō" divides day and night into twelve periods based on sunrise and sunset. Each period is symbolized by a zodiac animal (Rat, Ox, Tiger…) and shifts naturally with the seasons. MERIDIAN CLOCK — Organ Vitality Cycles Traditional Chinese Medicine maps twelve organ meridians to two-hour windows throughout the day. Know which organ is most active right now and optimize your meals, movement, and rest. AYURVEDA — Constitution-Based Wellness 5,000 years of Indian wisdom. Discover your Dosha type — Vata, Pitta, or Kapha — and receive personalized food, spice, and lifestyle recommendations. ◆ Key Features FREE: • Real-time Temporal Hour Clock — See the current "koku" and countdown to the next • 12-Period Daily Schedule — Full day view with wellness advice for each period • Dosha Quiz — Discover your Ayurvedic body type • Period Change Notifications — Stay aware of natural rhythm shifts PREMIUM ($6.99 one-time purchase, early price): • Wellness Checklists — Track hydration, eye breaks, nighttime routines, and Ayurvedic practices daily • Meal Log — Record meals aligned with meridian peak hours • Alignment Score — Daily score (0-100) across sleep, meals, exercise, hydration, and HRV • Apple Health Integration — Auto-import steps, HRV, and sleep data • Data Export — CSV/JSON export for personal analysis ◆ Who YOJO Is For • Anyone concerned about sleep quality or circadian rhythm disruption • Those curious about traditional Eastern medicine and Ayurveda • People seeking a more natural, sun-aligned daily rhythm • Anyone wanting to build small, meaningful daily wellness habits Yield to the rhythm of the sun. Listen to your body's wisdom. 300-year-old knowledge, guiding your modern path to harmony. Terms of Use (EULA): https://yojo-wellness.web.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://yojo-wellness.web.app/privacy

Screenshots

Pacer for Running4 screens
YOJO(養生)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pacer for Running at none against YOJO(養生)'s 2. Pacer for Running also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. YOJO(養生) sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Pacer for Running asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pacer for Running ships an update every 5 days, YOJO(養生) every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Pacer for Running versus YOJO(養生): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPacer for RunningYOJO(養生)
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB39 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperNeumaFIT Co.,ltdTakashi Higashi

In-app purchases

None

Pacer for Running

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

YOJO(養生)

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$6.99

Questions

Is Pacer for Running free?
Pacer for Running is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is YOJO(養生) free?
YOJO(養生) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pacer for Running or YOJO(養生) have ads?
Neither Pacer for Running nor YOJO(養生) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pacer for Running or YOJO(養生)?
Pacer for Running ships an update every 5 days, and YOJO(養生) every 3 days. Most recently, Pacer for Running was updated on October 6, 2026 and YOJO(養生) on October 24, 2026.

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