Comparison

Lift vs RUNA

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

Head to head
About

Lift

A streamlined workout tracker for weightlifters focused on speed and simplicity. Log your lifts quickly, track progress over time, and build custom routines without distractions or ads.

Highlights
  • Minimalist interface
  • Quick logging of sets, reps, and weight
  • Progress tracking for strength gains
  • Customizable workout routines
  • Offline support for logging
  • Lightweight and fast performance
Features
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Lift is a clean, distraction-free workout tracker designed for weightlifters who want speed, simplicity, and results. No endless menus. No ads. No fluff. Just open the app, log your lifts, and get back to training. Features: • Minimal interface – Focus on your workout, not your phone. • Quick logging – Add sets, reps, and weight in seconds. • Progress tracking – See your strength gains over time. • Custom routines – Build your own workout plan. • Offline support – Log anytime, anywhere. • Lightweight & fast – Zero bloat, instant load times. Whether you’re training for strength, muscle, or performance, Lift keeps you consistent. Track your progress, stay motivated, and hit your goals without the noise. Subscription Details Lift Pro – Monthly is an auto-renewing subscription that gives you full access to the app with unlimited workouts, unlimited history, and powerful stats. • Subscription Length: 1 month, auto-renewing • Price: $1.99 per month (or equivalent in your local currency) • Free Trial: New subscribers receive a 2-week free trial. At the end of the trial, your subscription will automatically begin unless canceled at least 24 hours before the trial ends. • Auto-Renew: Your subscription will renew automatically unless turned off in your Apple ID account settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Cancellation: You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple ID account settings at any time after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://stevenmiller888.github.io/lift-site/privacy

About

RUNA

Features
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No watch. No chest strap. Just your iPhone camera. RUNA turns your iPhone into a smart treadmill companion. Simply prop your phone up, point the camera at yourself, and let our AI do the rest — measuring your heart rate in real time without any wearable device. How It Works Place your iPhone on the treadmill or nearby. RUNA's camera-based AI detects your heart rate while you run — completely hands-free, completely device-free. Set Goals, Crush Them Set your target distance, time, or pace. RUNA tracks your progress and keeps you on course every session. Know Your Zone See exactly which pace and heart rate zone you're in during your run. Push harder or pull back — train smarter with real-time zone insights. Look Back, Level Up Every run is saved automatically. Review your history, spot trends, and watch yourself improve over time. Your Data Stays Yours All data is processed and stored entirely on your device. Nothing leaves your phone — ever. No cloud uploads, no third-party sharing, no exceptions. Stop strapping on extra gear. Start running with just your iPhone.

Screenshots

Lift4 screens
RUNA3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RUNA at none against Lift's 1. 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. Lift sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. RUNA asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Lift versus RUNA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLiftRUNA
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.0 — better26.1
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSteven MillerUrgent Inc.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Lift

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Monthly14 Days trial$1.991 Month
None

RUNA

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Lift free?
Lift is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RUNA free?
RUNA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Lift or RUNA have ads?
Neither Lift nor RUNA shows ads.

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