Comparison

RunnerBeam vs DashPoint

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

Head to head
About

RunnerBeam

Features
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Have you been invited by your race organiser to download RunnerBeam? If yes, welcome. You’re ready to race. If not, your race may not be powered by RunnerBeam yet, but you can still browse upcoming events and discover races near you. Why not let your organiser know about us? ELEVATE YOUR RACE DAY RunnerBeam delivers real-time athlete tracking for modern running events. Built for runners, spectators and organisers, our platform provides real-time athlete tracking on stunning 3D maps, alongside broadcast-quality insights, to transform your race experience and make you feel like a pro. FEATURES For Athletes: β€’ View Your Race Details: See all event information and timings in one place. β€’ Seamless Tracking: Simply check in to your race, put your phone away, and we’ll automatically track your progress using your phone's location. No need for bulky traditional trackers – we’ve got the technology built right into your device. β€’ Easy Sharing: Share your race tracking link with friends and family, so they can follow you live on immersive 3D maps. Athlete locations are updated every few seconds, so they won’t miss a moment. β€’ Instant Results: Access your finishing position, pace and distance as soon as you cross the line. For Race Organisers & Volunteers β€’ The No-Fuss Athlete Tracking Solution: Elevate your event with our professional live tracking solution. Powered by RunnerBeam, you’ll offer real-time athlete tracking with minimal setup – no bulky hardware needed. β€’ Timing & Checkpoints: Race marshals can easily record athlete checkpoint and finish times right from the app, without the need for cumbersome timing solutions. RunnerBeam is redefining race-day tracking - making every event feel professionally produced and easy to follow. Want to help us create the best race tracking experience? We’d love to hear your feedback at support@runnerbeam.com

About

DashPoint

Discover local running events and clubs, plan group runs with friends, and explore curated routes. Earn rewards for participation and track your running stats and history.

Highlights
  • Local event and club discovery
  • Group run planning
  • Route planner and exploration
  • DashPoints rewards system
  • Secure event ticketing
  • Friend connection and invitations
  • Run history and stats
Features
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Find your next run. Build your crew. Earn rewards. DashPoint connects you to the running community around you. Discover local events, join clubs, plan routes, and run with friends, all in one app. DISCOVER EVENTS & CLUBS Browse featured running events in your city. Find local running clubs and join with a tap. Filter by location, date, and distance to find the perfect run for you. PLAN GROUP RUNS Invite friends to run together. Set the route, pick the intensity, and share your run invite with a link. Track who's joining and check in when you arrive. EXPLORE ROUTES & VENUES Discover running routes. Build your own routes or explore routes shared by clubs and other runners. EARN DASHPOINTS Check in at events and runs to earn DashPoints. Track your stats, see your run history, and watch your rewards grow with every step. SEAMLESS TICKETING Register for events and purchase tickets securely with Apple Pay, Google Pay, or card. Get QR code tickets for fast check-in on race day. CONNECT WITH FRIENDS Add friends, see mutual connections, send run invitations, and build your running network. Running is better together. KEY FEATURES: - Local event and club discovery - Interactive map with routes, venues, and run invites - Route planner with road-snapped directions - Route analytics: safety, lighting, paving, scenic scores - Group run planning and friend invitations - DashPoints rewards for attendance and check-ins - Secure ticketing with Apple Pay and Google Pay - QR code event check-in - Run history and personal stats - Push notifications for events and invites - GPX export and Garmin Connect integration Whether you're training for a marathon or looking for a casual weekend jog, DashPoint helps you find the right run, the right people, and the right route. Download DashPoint and start running with your community today.

Screenshots

RunnerBeam4 screens
DashPoint4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: DashPoint at weekly against RunnerBeam's every 6 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RunnerBeam ships an update every 6 weeks, DashPoint weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 7 level
RunnerBeam versus DashPoint: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRunnerBeamDashPoint
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsβ€”100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetizationβ€”Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details β€” not scored
Size100 MB116 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperRunner BeamJames Fergus

In-app purchases

None

RunnerBeam

No in-app purchases

None

DashPoint

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RunnerBeam free?
RunnerBeam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DashPoint free?
DashPoint is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do RunnerBeam or DashPoint have ads?
Neither RunnerBeam nor DashPoint shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RunnerBeam or DashPoint?
RunnerBeam ships an update every 6 weeks, and DashPoint weekly. Most recently, RunnerBeam was updated on November 4, 2026 and DashPoint on November 12, 2026.

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