Comparison

BeatStride vs Spin

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

Head to head
About

BeatStride

Create personalized running playlists by connecting to your Spotify account. The app matches song tempo to your running pace and helps you discover new music. Save generated playlists directly to Spotify.

Highlights
  • Create running playlists
  • Connect to Spotify
  • Match playlist length to pace
  • Discover new music
  • Save playlists to Spotify
  • Trending artist suggestions
Features
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The app to create running playlists. Connect your Spotify, see your trending artists, search for you favourite songs and we'll create your perfect running playlist. - Enter your pace and we'll match the length of your run to your playlist. - Find your perfect music to run to. - Discover new music on your runs. - Automatically save your playlists to Spotify. We'll generate you 3 playlists for free, then if you like what we do; to generate unlimited playlists you'll have to purchase a subscription! Terms of use - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Spin

Features
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Discover and Organise Music with Spin An app that understands your taste and creates playlists for any mood, moment, or occasion. Playlists, Instantly Set your vibe, mood, or activity Get expertly curated songs Discover music that suits you Save to Apple Music one tap Ways to Create Text: Describe your ideal playlist Voice: Hands-free creation Images: Set the mood with a photo Smart suggestions from your listening history Works Seamlessly Compatible with Apple Music Create and save on either platform Switch between services easily Understands Your Taste Recognises context and mood Learns your preferences over time with AI Creates unique playlists Finds hidden gems in your favourite genres Designed for Music Lovers Simple, intuitive interface Fast playlist creation Thoughtful recommendations Cross-platform sharing Regular updates Whether for exercise, hosting, or everyday listening, Spin delivers the perfect playlist. Note: Apple Music required for full functionality. Download Spin now and redefine music discovery.

Screenshots

BeatStride4 screens
Spin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Spin at daily against BeatStride's fortnightly. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. BeatStride sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Spin sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BeatStride ships an update fortnightly, Spin daily. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
BeatStride versus Spin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBeatStrideSpin
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRhys KentishRobin Naghshbandi

In-app purchases

2 purchases

BeatStride

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited Access$3.991 Month
  • Unlimited Access$34.991 Year
2 purchases

Spin

Subscriptions1
  • Spin$3.991 Month
One-time1
  • Spin$3.99

Questions

Is BeatStride free?
BeatStride is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Spin free?
Spin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do BeatStride or Spin have ads?
Neither BeatStride nor Spin shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BeatStride or Spin?
BeatStride ships an update fortnightly, and Spin daily. Most recently, BeatStride was updated on November 8, 2026 and Spin on October 28, 2026.

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