Comparison

Pace Adjuster vs Pace Coach

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

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About

Pace Adjuster

This app helps runners maintain their target pace during training and races. It provides real-time vibrational feedback to alert users if they are running too fast, too slow, or are on pace. Achieve your running goals with intelligent pace guidance.

Highlights
  • Set goal pace and distance
  • Real-time vibrational feedback
  • Alerts for too fast/slow pace
  • Smart pace guidance
  • Focus on energy conservation
  • Improve running efficiency
Features
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Pace Keeper: Keep Pace, Crush Your Goals Take the guesswork out of running and nail your pace every time! Whether you’re training for your first 5K, chasing a marathon PR, or just looking to run more efficiently, Pace Keeper is like having a personal coach right on your wrist. Simply set your goal pace and target distance, and Pace Keeper does the rest. With real-time feedback, your watch will gently vibrate to let you know when you’re: • Too fast – slow down and save energy for the finish. • Too slow – pick it up and get back on track. • Right on pace – keep cruising and stay confident. No more constantly checking your watch or second-guessing your speed. Smart Pace helps you stay focused, conserve energy, and train like a pro. Whether you’re running for fun, fitness, or competition, Pace Keeper will help you run smarter, improve faster, and cross the finish line feeling strong and accomplished. Your perfect run is just a vibration away!

About

Pace Coach

Features
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Hit your goal pace without staring at your screen. Pace Coach watches your pace and stays quiet in your ears while you are on target, then speaks up the moment you drift too fast or too slow. Keep your eyes up, keep your headphones in, and just run. FREE TO RUN WITH Setting a goal, pace alerts, auto-pause, splits and your five most recent runs cost nothing. No trial, no card, no account. SILENCE MEANS YOU ARE ON PACE Most pacing apps talk every lap whether you need it or not. Pace Coach only speaks when something has changed: - Running too fast: ease up before you burn out - Running too slow: a nudge to pick it up - Back on target: a quick confirmation, then quiet again At every kilometre you hear your split, and nothing else. SET ANY GOAL Pick your race and your target time, and Pace Coach does the pace maths: - 5K, 10K, half or full marathon - Or any distance you enter - Your target pace per kilometre, instantly AUTO-PAUSE Stop at a light or a water break and Pace Coach pauses on its own, then picks up the moment you run again. Clean stats, no buttons. COACHING IN YOUR POCKET Lock the screen or drop the phone in your pocket. Tracking and coaching carry on the whole way. SPLITS AND AI RECAP At the finish you get every split and your average pace. The AI recap names the kilometre that decided the run, compares it to your recent runs, and gives you one thing to change next time. Your first three recaps are free. PERFECT FOR - Training for a 5K, 10K, half or marathon - Beginners building from walk to run - Tempo and goal-pace workouts - Anyone chasing a personal best HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick a distance and set your goal time 2. Pop in your headphones 3. Run, and listen only when you drift 4. Let auto-pause handle the stops 5. Read your splits and recap at the finish PACE COACH PRO Pro is optional. It unlocks the AI recap after your first three, and your full run history beyond your five most recent runs. Everything else stays free. Pro is available as a monthly or annual subscription, with a 7-day free trial for new subscribers. Lace up, press start, and run your own pace. Requires location access for distance and pace tracking. Best experienced with headphones. GPS accuracy can vary with route, weather and phone placement. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://pacecoachapp.com/privacy/

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pace Adjuster at none against Pace Coach's 2. Pace Coach's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Pace Coach sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Pace Adjuster asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Pace Adjuster versus Pace Coach: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPace AdjusterPace Coach
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS26.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndrew LapinDenny Sunaryo Wijaya

In-app purchases

None

Pace Adjuster

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Pace Coach

Subscriptions2
  • Pace Coach Pro - Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Pace Coach Pro - Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

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

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