Comparison

runo vs Tempomat

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

Head to head
About

runo

This app helps runners improve their cadence and maintain consistent pacing through rhythmic audio cues. It supports background operation, allowing users to listen to other audio content without interruption, and offers features for injury prevention and improved running efficiency.

Highlights
  • Customizable steps per minute (SPM)
  • Cadence training for improved form
  • Injury prevention through optimal stride
  • Distraction-free interface
  • Supports interval, tempo, and long runs
  • Apple Watch integration
Features
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Improve your running cadence, maintain consistent pacing, and reduce the risk of injury with Runo. Whether you’re a beginner or marathon runner, Runo helps you run smarter with rhythmic audio tailored to your pace. Listen to your favorite podcasts, or audiobooks while keeping perfect cadence: Runo runs in the background and blends into your workout, no interruptions, just better performance. WHY YOU’LL BE THRILLED WITH RUNO: 1) Customize your steps per minute (SPM), find your rythm! 2) Improve form and efficiency with cadence training 3) Prevent overstriding and reduce fatigue 4) Minimal, distraction free interface 5) Perfect for interval training, tempo runs, and long distance workouts 6) Apple Watch Support WHY CADENCE MATTERS FOR RUNNERS: Studies show that an optimal cadence can improve your running economy, help prevent injuries, and make you a more efficient runner. Runo makes it simple. Download Runo — your go to cadence trainer — and experience the rhythm of better running. Privacy Policy: https://runoapp.com/privacy-policy.html Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Lovingly created by two runners, for runners everywhere.

About

Tempomat

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Tempomat App helps runners achieve their goals. The runner sets 2 indicators: distance, time, pace, speed and split-times (intervals), and the app provides the remaining parameters to achieve.

Screenshots

runo4 screens
Tempomat2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: runo at Free against Tempomat's $0.99. runo also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 months) and device support. Tempomat's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10).

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

runo is free to download; Tempomat costs $0.99 up front. runo sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Tempomat asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

runo ships an update every 2 days, Tempomat every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
runo versus Tempomat: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterrunoTempomat
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.5 (154 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews64.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings154 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better—
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size129 MB39 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperKaseguAovalgus OU

In-app purchases

10 purchases

runo

Subscriptions10
  • Unlimited Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Unlimited Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Unlimited Monthly$3.991 Month
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  • Unlimited Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Unlimited Annual3 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • Unlimited Annual3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Unlimited Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Unlimited Annual3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Unlimited Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Unlimited Annual7 Days trial$49.991 Year
None

Tempomat

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is runo free?
runo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tempomat free?
Tempomat costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which is updated more often, runo or Tempomat?
runo ships an update every 2 days, and Tempomat every 5 months. Most recently, runo was updated on November 4, 2026 and Tempomat on October 30, 2026.

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