Comparison

Run Smarter vs Tatched

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

Head to head
About

Run Smarter

Features
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Run Smarter is your personal online running coach, offering scientifically proven tips, runner-focused workouts, and motivational support to help runners improve performance and long-term health. The app is built on evidence-based training principles that promote sustainable progress and real results. Through structured workouts, data-driven insights, and community challenges, Run Smarter helps you train smarter, stay consistent, and build a stronger, healthier running habit. Whether you’re running your first 5K or aiming for a marathon, Run Smarter supports long-term improvement without shortcuts. A subscription is required to access in-app content. All subscriptions auto-renew, and can be cancelled anytime. Please note that you will be automatically charged after the free trial. T&Cs apply. https://ListaCoaching.gcph.tv/terms

About

Tatched

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Tatched is built on a simple idea: life gets better when we train together. Tatched helps you find new people to train with, discover clubs nearby, or bring together the friends you already train with. The goal is simple: make it easier to actually train together. Find people near you who like to train the way you do. And if you track your sessions, Tatched can show you who was out training nearby around the same time. Your next training partner might already pass you every Tuesday. Once you've found people you want to train with, the next step is just making it happen. Set up a session, invite someone you know, or open it up to others. You can also see what other people have planned and join in. Once the plan is made, it's a lot easier to go. You can also join clubs nearby or start your own. Share updates, create events, and bring together people who like to train the same way. Tatched+ unlocks more: unlimited connection requests, unlimited profile reveals, advanced filters, session templates, unlimited clubs, and no cap on club memberships. Free to download. Some features require a Tatched+ subscription. Questions or feedback? support@tatched.com Privacy policy: https://tatched.com/privacy Terms of use: https://tatched.com/terms

Screenshots

Run Smarter4 screens
Tatched4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Tatched at weekly against Run Smarter's every 5 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. Run Smarter sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $34.00 per month and Tatched sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Run Smarter ships an update every 5 weeks, Tatched weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Run Smarter versus Tatched: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRun SmarterTatched
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksWeekly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size135 MB19 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperGlobal Fitness Holdings LtdTATCHED AS

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Run Smarter

Subscriptions3
  • Lista Coaching Monthly7 Days trial$34.001 Month
  • Lista Coaching Quarterly7 Days trial$70.003 Months
  • Lista Coaching Annual7 Days trial$259.991 Year
2 purchases

Tatched

Subscriptions2
  • Tatched + monthly$19.991 Month
  • Tatched + yearly$149.991 Year

Questions

Is Run Smarter free?
Run Smarter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tatched free?
Tatched is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Run Smarter or Tatched have ads?
Neither Run Smarter nor Tatched shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Run Smarter or Tatched?
Run Smarter ships an update every 5 weeks, and Tatched weekly. Most recently, Run Smarter was updated on October 10, 2026 and Tatched on October 7, 2026.

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