Comparison

Track & XC Pacing vs Split IQ

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

Head to head
About

Track & XC Pacing

Features
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Run Smarter. Every Rep, Every Mile. Every runner has stood on a track wondering if that first 200 meters was too fast or finished a long run with no real sense of whether they held the pace they wanted. The Track & XC Pacing app takes that guesswork out of training. Whether you're running quarters on the track or a 5K through the woods, the app gives you live, audible feedback — right on your watch or on your phone, The app enables runners to set accurate pacing targets, promoting consistency and preventing pacing mistakes. With real-time feedback, the app allows athletes to make immediate adjustments, helping them maintain their ideal speed to achieve personal bests or gain a competitive edge. By enhancing pacing awareness and confidence, this app is an essential tool for any runner interested in reaching their full potential. For interval work, Track mode covers every distance from a 400 to a 3200: set your target time, choose how often you want a check-in — every 50 or 100 meters — and go. Once you pick your distance, the app divides your race into evenly timed segments and signals you at every interval. If you hear the signal before hitting your mark, you are behind your chosen pace; if you hit the mark first, you are ahead of your chosen pace. No mental arithmetic required—just focus on the run. For longer efforts, XC mode uses real GPS tracking across 3K to 10K, with a live readout showing exactly how far ahead or behind your target pace you are, updated every 100 meters, plus an alert at every kilometer. Stop at a light or stumble, and Auto-Pause notices — picking the run back up the moment you're moving again, no fumbling with buttons mid-stride. And if you've got an Apple Watch, you don't even need your phone with you: GPS, alerts, and pacing all work right from your wrist. The app doesn't just track you to the finish line. Every run is saved to your personal history, broken down every 100 meters, so you can watch your consistency improve over a season. Watch runs go even further, capturing heart rate, calories, and VO₂ max — real fitness data, not just splits. Sync with your coach's device after practice, and your run — along with any feedback they leave you — flows automatically between your phone and theirs. The best pacing plan only works if you run it — this app makes sure you do. Open it before every workout, trust the alerts, and let your coach's feedback close the loop. Whether you’re a high school athlete learning to race, a coach managing a workout group, or an adult chasing a new PR, the Track & XC Pacing app is your simple, reliable pacing partner. No accounts, no subscriptions, and no learning curve. Just set the time, press Start, and run your race.

About

Split IQ

This app helps track athletes and coaches create precise race-day pacing plans for various events. It offers real-time timing cues and customizable pacing models, with Apple Watch support for on-wrist assistance. Unlock full premium features with a subscription.

Highlights
  • Create athlete profiles
  • Generate precise split plans
  • Customizable pacing models
  • Apple Watch support
  • Bluetooth audio cues
  • Hands-free timing support
Features
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Split IQ is a race-day pacing and training app for track athletes and coaches. Create athlete profiles, set target times, and generate precise split plans for multiple events like; 400m, 400m hurdles, and 800m. There is even a custom event mode! Split IQ helps athletes stay on pace with clear timing cues, and customizable pacing models. The app includes Apple Watch support for on-wrist pacing assistance, haptic cues, and quick access during workouts and races. Coaches and athletes can fine-tune pacing strategies, save profiles for multiple athletes, and use Bluetooth audio cues for hands-free timing support. Split IQ is designed to make pacing simple, repeatable, and actionable to produce perfect race execution. Experience the core features for free, tap 'Try Demo' to explore with no commitment. A Split IQ Season Pass subscription is available to unlock full premium pacing intelligence. Privacy Focused. Zero Ads. Just pure performance. Powered by: PerformanceFunnel Analytics. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Track & XC Pacing4 screens
Split IQ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Split IQ at Free against Track & XC Pacing's $0.99. Split IQ also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 7 months). Track & XC Pacing's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On 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

Split IQ is free to download; Track & XC Pacing costs $0.99 up front. Split IQ sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per year. Track & XC Pacing asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Track & XC Pacing ships an update every 7 months, Split IQ every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Track & XC Pacing versus Split IQ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrack & XC PacingSplit IQ
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSydney WhiteKevin Ankrom

In-app purchases

None

Track & XC Pacing

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Split IQ

Subscriptions1
  • Split IQ Season Pass$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Track & XC Pacing free?
Track & XC Pacing costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Split IQ free?
Split IQ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Track & XC Pacing or Split IQ have ads?
Neither Track & XC Pacing nor Split IQ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Track & XC Pacing or Split IQ?
Track & XC Pacing ships an update every 7 months, and Split IQ every 3 days. Most recently, Track & XC Pacing was updated on November 9, 2026 and Split IQ on November 5, 2026.

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