# Endorphins Running vs RunPal

The clearest difference is monetization model: RunPal at free against Endorphins Running's freemium. RunPal also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). Endorphins Running's advantage is ratings volume (914 vs 26) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 26.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Endorphins Running sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and RunPal sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Endorphins Running against 5.0 for RunPal. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Endorphins Running has 914 ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 99% of Endorphins Running's written reviews are positive against 100% of RunPal's.

Endorphins Running ships an update every 2 weeks, RunPal every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Endorphins Running | RunPal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (914 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/endorphins-running/id6736627957/reviews) | **[5.0 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runpal-live-run-tracker/id6758916771/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **914** | 26 |
| Positive reviews | 98.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 177 MB | 74 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Endorphins Running LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1772731195) | [Abraham Mangona](https://appshunter.io/developer/1384806877) |

## What reviewers say

### Endorphins Running

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/endorphins-running/id6736627957)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $119.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Seamless Strava integration
- 👍 Personalized training plans
- 🌟 Excellent community features
- 💪 Helped improve running performance
- 🤝 Great for meeting like-minded runners


### RunPal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runpal-live-run-tracker/id6758916771)

This app uses AI coaching and friend accountability to help you build a consistent running habit. Receive real-time voice messages and haptic feedback from friends during your runs, and track your progress with GPS.

**Highlights:** AI-powered coaching and nudges, Friend accountability and peer support, Real-time run tracking with GPS, Haptic cheers and voice message encouragement, Community feed for inspiration, Goal setting and progress tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Endorphins Running free?

Endorphins Running is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is RunPal free?

RunPal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Endorphins Running or RunPal?

RunPal is rated higher. Endorphins Running averages 4.9 out of 5 from 914 ratings, while RunPal averages 5.0 from 26 ratings.

### Do Endorphins Running or RunPal have ads?

Neither Endorphins Running nor RunPal shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Endorphins Running or RunPal?

Endorphins Running ships an update every 2 weeks, and RunPal every 4 days. Most recently, Endorphins Running was updated on October 24, 2026 and RunPal on October 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*