Comparison

Interval Running Coach RunMate vs Coach Desk

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

Head to head
About

Interval Running Coach RunMate

Features
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Start Running. Keep Running. RunMate. RunMate is an interval running coach built for people who want a plan, not just a timer. Whether you're starting Couch to 5K or building your own training program, RunMate guides you step by step — telling you exactly when to run, when to walk, and how far you've come. Why RunMate - Structured Programs: Follow the proven Couch to 5K or 5K to 10K plan. Eight weeks, three runs per week, with your progress tracked every step of the way. - Build Your Own Program (Premium): Create a custom training plan from your own interval templates. Set your own pace, your own schedule — RunMate keeps you on track. - Voice Guidance: Clear audio cues tell you when to run and when to walk, so you can focus on your breathing and the road ahead. - Smart Audio Mixing: RunMate adjusts your music volume for coaching prompts, then brings it back up — no interruptions, no fumbling with your phone. - Workout History: Every completed run is saved. See your progress over time and pick up exactly where you left off. RunMate isn't just another running app — it's a structured coach that meets you at week one and walks with you to the finish line. Start Your Journey Today Lace up, press play, and let RunMate guide you — one interval at a time. Life-time-purchase: If you choose to purchase, payment will be applied to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Privacy Policy: https://riveli.io/apps/runmate/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://riveli.io/apps/runmate/terms-and-conditions.html

About

Coach Desk

Features
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Coach Desk— приложение для персональных тренеров. Управляйте клиентами, тренировками и расписанием в одном месте. Отслеживайте прогресс клиентов, планируйте тренировки и ведите базу данных. Используя подписку, вы соглашаетесь с Условиями использования: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/storekit/

Screenshots

Interval Running Coach RunMate4 screens
Coach Desk4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Coach Desk at none against Interval Running Coach RunMate's 4. Coach Desk also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Interval Running Coach RunMate sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Coach Desk asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Interval Running Coach RunMate ships an update every 6 weeks, Coach Desk weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Interval Running Coach RunMate versus Coach Desk: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInterval Running Coach RunMateCoach Desk
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIhsan YalcinkayaKuat Amanzholov

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Interval Running Coach RunMate

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited access7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Unlimited access7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • RunMate Life-Time2 variants$3.99
None

Coach Desk

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Interval Running Coach RunMate free?
Interval Running Coach RunMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Coach Desk free?
Coach Desk is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Interval Running Coach RunMate or Coach Desk have ads?
Neither Interval Running Coach RunMate nor Coach Desk shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Interval Running Coach RunMate or Coach Desk?
Interval Running Coach RunMate ships an update every 6 weeks, and Coach Desk weekly. Most recently, Interval Running Coach RunMate was updated on October 30, 2026 and Coach Desk on November 9, 2026.

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