Comparison

Planzy vs Endorphins Running

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

Head to head
About

Planzy

This app creates personalized running plans that adapt to your performance and schedule. It supports distances from 5K to marathons, integrating with fitness trackers to optimize your training.

Highlights
  • Personalized adaptive training plans
  • 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon distances
  • Adjusts based on run performance and effort
  • Integrates with Apple Health, Garmin, Strava
  • Customizable training days and schedule
  • Zone-based training for endurance and speed
Features
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Run your best 5K, 10K, half marathon, or marathon — with a training plan that adapts to you. Whether you’re just starting to run or chasing a new personal best, Planzy builds a fully personalized training plan that adjusts after every run. Start running with a 5K plan, move up to a 10K, or follow a structured half marathon or marathon training plan — optimized for your fitness, schedule, and goals. BUILT FOR REAL GOALS: • Begin running with a custom 5K running plan • Train for your first 10K or break 1 hour with a 10K training plan • Follow a half marathon training plan or chase sub-2h • Prepare for your first full marathon or run a marathon under 4 or 3 hours • Stick to 2–3 runs per week? Planzy adapts the load and pace to fit your time Whether you want to run a marathon or simply get in shape, Planzy gives you a clear and flexible plan, like a real coach would. WHY PLANZY WORKS — BACKED BY SCIENCE: • Adapts After Every Run Your plan adjusts automatically based on your pace, effort, heart rate, and missed workouts — no manual edits needed. • Built From Your Data We analyze your Apple Health, Garmin, or Strava history to estimate your VO₂max and set your pace zones. From this, we define your: – LT1 (aerobic threshold) – LT2 (lactate threshold) – VO₂max pace Each workout hits a specific zone to improve endurance, speed, or recovery. • Zone 2 Running — Smartly Used Your training includes enough low-intensity running to build your aerobic base — but we don’t follow the 80/20 rule blindly. If you run twice a week, we focus on high-impact sessions to help you progress faster while staying fresh. We target VO₂max improvements to boost both performance and long-term health. • Smarter Load Distribution Planzy combines the best of polarized, pyramid, and 80/20 training — then tailors it to your current fitness, life, and goal. • Structured, Specific Training You’ll always know what to run, when, and at what pace or heart rate zone — no guesswork. • Built Around Your Life Pick your training days, set long-run preferences, and update your schedule anytime — Planzy adjusts instantly. • Syncs Automatically Integrates with Apple Watch, Garmin, Strava, and other fitness platforms. All your data stays in sync. • Effort-Based Feedback Loop Rate how each run felt. Planzy uses this to fine-tune future workouts, update training zones, and adjust intensity. — From 5K to marathon, Planzy builds a training plan that works for your life — and changes when life changes. Start with a 1-week free trial. Cancel anytime. — Terms of Use: https://planzy.run/terms Privacy Policy: https://planzy.run/privacy

About

Endorphins Running

This app provides science-backed, personalized training plans for runners of all levels, from beginners to marathoners. It offers expert coaching, real-time progress tracking, and integrates with popular wearables. Users can also join a large community for in-person training events and support.

Highlights
  • Personalized adaptive training plans
  • Real-time progress tracking
  • Expert coaching and support
  • 1500+ community events
  • Wearable device integration
  • Strength and recovery programs
Features
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Reach your next finish line with Endorphins — the top-rated training app powered by science, built by world-class coaches, and backed by the largest run community in the country. Whether you’re running your first 5K or chasing a Boston Qualifier, Endorphins gives you personalized plans, real-time progress tracking, expert coaching, and an in person community of 1500 events to help get you there. WHY THOUSANDS OF RUNNERS RUN & TRAIN WITH ENDORPHINS: 1) Personalized Coaching Plans We build your training plan around you—your pace, your race, your goals. Whether it's a 5K, 10K, half, full, or ultra, your plan adapts as you go. 2) 1500 Community Events A Year Train with other runners who share the same goals as you 3) Train Smarter with Wearables Sync your Garmin, COROS, or Strava to track runs in real time. We use your data to adjust your plan and optimize every workout. 4) Strength + Recovery Built In Our strength programs compliment your running schedule for optimal improvements and gains. 5) Real Coaches. Real Results. Our team has trained thousands of runners—from first-timers to sub-elites. You’re never more than a message away from expert support. JOIN THE LARGEST RUN COMMUNITY IN AMERICA: 1) In-Person Energy We host 1,500+ free group runs a year in 12+ cities. From long runs to shakeouts, connect with others who share the same goals and values as you. 2) Community Benefits Endorphins members get access to drops, exclusive partner benefits, and race-weekend events. 3) Track Progress + Stay Accountable From weekly goals to post-run recaps, we keep you on track and connected to your training—day in, day out. 4) Built to Grow With You As your goals evolve, so does your training. Whether you’re starting from scratch or going sub-3, we’ve got the plan. PLANS FOR EVERY GOAL: First-time 5K to your next marathon PR Strength + mobility for runners Recovery programs post-race or post-injury And more, always evolving COMPATIBLE WITH: Garmin, COROS, Strava, and more. ENDORPHINS PREMIUM: Unlock the full experience with a 7-day free trial. Train smarter with adaptive plans, real-time sync, and exclusive coaching content. $20/month or $120/year — cancel anytime. Subscriptions auto-renew. Manage in your iTunes settings. APPLE HEALTH INTEGRATION: Endorphins uses your health data for accurate heart rate, distance, and pace tracking when using Apple Watch. 18+ ONLY: Endorphins is for adults 18+. Accounts may be removed if underage use is detected. Apple's standard license agreement applies to Endorphins Premium purchases: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Planzy4 screens
Endorphins Running4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Endorphins Running at 4.9 against Planzy's 4.4. Endorphins Running also leads on ratings volume (930 vs 5) and review sentiment (98% vs 86%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Planzy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and Endorphins Running sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Endorphins Running holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Endorphins Running has 930 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of Planzy's written reviews are positive against 98% of Endorphins Running's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Planzy ships an update fortnightly, Endorphins Running every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Planzy versus Endorphins Running: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlanzyEndorphins Running
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (5 ratings)4.9 (930 ratings) — better
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews98.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5930 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.3 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB177 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperArtem PtashnikEndorphins Running LLC

Customer experience

Planzy

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%

Endorphins Running

All ratings879 ratings
Positive98.6%
Neutral0.1%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews440 reviews
Positive98.2%
Neutral0.2%
Negative1.6%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Planzy

Subscriptions2
  • Planzy PRO—Monthly7 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • Planzy PRO—Annual7 Days trial$89.991 Year
4 purchases

Endorphins Running

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Yearly7 Days trial$119.991 Year
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  • Yearly$119.991 Year

Questions

Is Planzy free?
Planzy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Endorphins Running free?
Endorphins Running is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Planzy or Endorphins Running?
Endorphins Running is rated higher. Planzy averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Endorphins Running averages 4.9 from 930 ratings.
Do Planzy or Endorphins Running have ads?
Neither Planzy nor Endorphins Running shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Planzy or Endorphins Running?
Planzy ships an update fortnightly, and Endorphins Running every 2 weeks. Most recently, Planzy was updated on November 4, 2026 and Endorphins Running on November 8, 2026.

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