Comparison

EmberRun Calc vs Guardian Chart

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

Head to head
About

EmberRun Calc

This app helps runners plan their training, predict race times, and log their progress. It offers quick calculations for pace, distance, and time, with options to save results and customize the interface. Unlock advanced features like race time predictions and iCloud backup with a one-time purchase.

Highlights
  • Pace, time, and distance calculations
  • Automatic unit conversions
  • Save and backup race results
  • Accurate race time predictions
  • Customizable themes and controls
  • Age grading percentages
Features
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EmberRun Calc: Plan, Predict & Improve Your Runs Whether you are training for a first 5K or working toward a marathon PR, EmberRun Calc helps you calculate pace, predict finish times, and track your running progress. No ads. Pace, Time & Distance Calculations - Calculate pace, time, or distance - Use miles, kilometers, mph, or km/h - Convert units for training and races - Share results from the Calculator or Saved Results Save & Track Results Available with an in-app purchase. - Save race results, training runs, and predictions - Filter saved runs to view personal records - View age-grade percentages with results - Back up runs, predictions, and settings to iCloud Drive - Restore your data on another device Race Time Predictions Available with an in-app purchase. - Estimate finish times for any distance - Use Riegel’s formula with a known performance - Adjust predictions for your own running profile - Browse predictions in a dedicated tab Themes & Controls Available with an in-app purchase. - Choose Aurora, Daybreak, Horizon, and other themes - Customize race colors - Set pace, time, and distance increments Plan your next run with EmberRun Calc.

About

Guardian Chart

Features
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Guardian Chart keeps your entire family's health organized - doctors, medications, allergies, vitals, and medical history - all in one private, secure place. YOUR WHOLE FAMILY, ONE APP Manage health records for everyone you care for: yourself, spouse, children, parents, and grandparents. Each family member gets their own profile with medications, allergies, physician contacts, vitals history, and medical events. EMERGENCY ACCESS, ALWAYS READY ICE (In Case of Emergency) profiles put critical info- allergies, medications, blood type, emergency contacts- in front of first responders in one tap. No unlock needed for the ICE card. TRACK MEDICATIONS Log prescriptions and OTC medications for every family member. Dosage, frequency, prescribing physician, pharmacy info, and refill reminders- all in one place. MONITOR VITALS Track blood pressure, heart rate, blood sugar, weight, temperature, and oxygen saturation over time. Visual charts help you spot trends before they become problems. COMPLETE MEDICAL TIMELINE Record surgeries, diagnoses, hospitalizations, and medical events chronologically. A full health history for every family member, always at your fingertips. YOUR CARE TEAM, ORGANIZED Store physician contacts- primary care, specialists, pediatricians- with phone, address, and notes. One tap to call or get directions. PLAN FOR THE FUTURE Store advance directives, living wills, and organ donor designations securely. Your family will know your wishes when it matters most. PRIVATE & SECURE All data is encrypted on your device using SQLCipher (AES-256). Your family's health records never leave your control. Guardian Chart is built for the family health manager- the person coordinating care for kids and aging parents. Stop scrambling for medical information under pressure. Be prepared, always.

Screenshots

EmberRun Calc4 screens
Guardian Chart4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Guardian Chart at none against EmberRun Calc's 8. Guardian Chart also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 7 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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. EmberRun Calc sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Guardian Chart asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EmberRun Calc ships an update every 7 months, Guardian Chart every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
EmberRun Calc versus Guardian Chart: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEmberRun CalcGuardian Chart
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBrian WhiteSSRS Labs LLC

In-app purchases

8 purchases

EmberRun Calc

One-time8
  • Race Predictions$0.99
  • Color Themes$0.99
  • Small Tip$0.99
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  • Save Results$2.99
  • Medium Tip$2.99
  • Product Launch Bundle$3.99
  • Large Tip$4.99
  • Extra Large Tip$9.99
None

Guardian Chart

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EmberRun Calc free?
EmberRun Calc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Guardian Chart free?
Guardian Chart is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EmberRun Calc or Guardian Chart have ads?
Neither EmberRun Calc nor Guardian Chart shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EmberRun Calc or Guardian Chart?
EmberRun Calc ships an update every 7 months, and Guardian Chart every 4 days. Most recently, EmberRun Calc was updated on October 19, 2026 and Guardian Chart on October 6, 2026.

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