HSTL Running vs RunIRL
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HSTL Running
This app helps run clubs track attendance and runner consistency. Runners can check in to build streaks and earn rewards, while clubs gain insights into member engagement. It focuses on showing up rather than running speed.
- GPS-verified check-ins
- Streak and active week tracking
- Consistency-based leaderboards
- Reward Cards for milestones
- Multi-club support
- Club management tools
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HSTL is the attendance and consistency layer for run clubs. For runners: Show up, check in, and watch your streak grow. HSTL tracks your active weeks across every club you run with — no pace pressure, just proof you showed up. Now with Reward Cards — hit a streak or check-in milestone and unlock real rewards from your club. For run clubs: Finally know who's actually coming. GPS-verified check-ins, real attendance data, and leaderboards that reward consistency over speed. Offer your runners real incentives tied to the data you can trust. HOW IT WORKS Find runs near you or join your club's schedule Check in with one tap when you arrive (GPS verified) Build your streak — every week you show up counts Climb the leaderboard based on consistency, not pace Unlock rewards when you hit streak and check-in milestones Track your stats across multiple clubs FEATURES → Reward Cards (NEW) Clubs can offer real rewards tied to your consistency. Hit a 4-week streak? Unlock a discount code. Reach a check-in milestone? Earn a voucher. Progress tracked on your home screen, rewards collected in your career passport. → GPS Check-In One tap at the run location. No screenshots, no honor system. → Streaks & Active Weeks Your consistency, tracked. Miss a week? Your streak resets. Show up? It grows. → Club Leaderboards Ranked by who shows up most, not who runs fastest. Fair recognition for consistent runners. → Multi-Club Support Run with multiple crews? HSTL tracks your stats at each one. → Club Management Tools For organizers: see real attendance, manage multiple chapters, and understand your community. Whether you're a runner building a streak or a club manager tracking engagement, HSTL makes showing up matter.
RunIRL
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Make cardio a daily habit. RunIRL transforms your home into an AI-powered cardio gym. Whether you're running in place, doing high knees, jumping jacks, squats, or bodyweight exercises, RunIRL tracks your movement in real time and helps you stay consistent. AI Workout Tracking Use your camera to count reps, measure workout intensity, estimate calories burned, and receive instant workout feedback without any extra equipment. Indoor Cardio, Anywhere Complete effective cardio workouts at home, in your office, or wherever you have a little space. No treadmill or gym membership required. Stay Motivated Turn exercise into a rewarding experience. Earn XP, level up, complete daily missions, build streaks, and unlock new achievements as you train. Track Your Progress See your workout history, calories burned, total reps, consistency, and performance over time with clear progress insights. Designed for Every Fitness Level Whether you're just getting started or training every day, RunIRL helps you move more, burn calories, and build healthy habits with AI-powered workout tracking. Download RunIRL today and make every workout count. No login or signup is required. All app data is stored locally on the device, and the app does not have any account-based features. *Premium Feature Requires a Subscription Subscription Plans Weekly: $2.99 Yearly: $29.99 Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Your account will be charged for newal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings after purchase. Terms of use: https://runirl.netlify.app/terms Privacy policy: https://runirl.netlify.app/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HSTL Running at none against RunIRL's 2. HSTL Running also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. RunIRL sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. HSTL Running asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | HSTL Running | RunIRL |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 50 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Gareth Alan Forbes | Puranjan Mallik |
In-app purchases
HSTL Running
No in-app purchases
RunIRL
- RunIRL - Weekly$2.997 Days
- RunIRL - Yearly$29.991 Year









