# Cando vs PaceBuddy

The clearest difference is rating: PaceBuddy at 5.0 against Cando's 2.0. Cando's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PaceBuddy sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Cando asks for nothing beyond the download.

PaceBuddy holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cando | PaceBuddy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cando-daily-step-challenge/id6738930001/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pacebuddy-smart-pacer/id6789489221/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 73 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0.0** | 16.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LASSE JOHANSEN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1782961244) | [Shahab Karimi](https://appshunter.io/developer/6775176121) |

## What reviewers say

### Cando

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cando-daily-step-challenge/id6738930001)

This app gamifies daily activity by challenging users to reach 10,000 steps. Participants invest a small amount, and those who meet the goal share a prize pool. It aims to build healthier habits through financial motivation and accountability.

**Highlights:** Daily 10,000-step challenge, Financial investment to participate, Share prize pool with other winners, Build healthier habits, Gamified fitness motivation, Global daily challenge

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none


### PaceBuddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pacebuddy-smart-pacer/id6789489221)

This app acts as a personal running coach, allowing you to race against your past performances on familiar routes. It provides real-time feedback on your pace and distance, with advanced features for accurate tracking on varied terrain and integration with smartwatches.

**Highlights:** Race against past runs or personal bests, Live ahead/behind pace feedback, Falling-behind alerts (vibration, beep, spoken), Accurate distance and elevation tracking, Calorie calculation with climbing cost, Apple Watch standalone workouts

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock PaceBuddy | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cando free?

Cando is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is PaceBuddy free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Cando or PaceBuddy?

PaceBuddy is rated higher. Cando averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while PaceBuddy averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Cando or PaceBuddy have ads?

Neither Cando nor PaceBuddy shows ads.

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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.*