Comparison

RUNNING CHART vs RUNA

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

Head to head
About

RUNNING CHART

Features
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RUN CHART – The Chart-Based Running Log for Data-Driven Runners Analyze Your Run. Visualize Your Progress. RUN CHART is a data-focused running log app that turns every run into a visual story. Through line charts, distance-time graphs, and goal-line analytics, you can clearly see your pace, distance trends, and performance over time. Perfect for advanced runners and data enthusiasts who love to measure, compare, and improve through numbers—not just feelings. Core Features •Time-Series Line Charts: Visualize your running history across days, weeks, or months. •Distance-Time Graphs: Track your endurance and pacing trends with precision. •Goal-Line Analytics: Set custom goals and instantly see your progress toward them. •Performance Insights: Identify long-run stamina, speed changes, and consistency levels. •Minimal, Graph-First Design: Clean charts, easy data entry, and immediate feedback. For Analytical Runners RUN CHART is not a gamified tracker—it’s a tool for serious runners who want to understand their performance in depth. Every session becomes a dataset you can explore: distance × time × frequency × intensity. You don’t just “run and record.” You run, analyze, and optimize. Perfect for •Marathon training and long-distance practice •Weekly progress tracking for serious runners •Comparing performance before and after rest periods •Data-driven fitness enthusiasts who love charts Why RUN CHART? Most running apps focus on GPS and social sharing. RUN CHART focuses on your data, your improvement, your line. It’s about building a personal performance archive—one chart at a time. Additional Features •Dark & Light Mode for better focus •Local data storage (no account required) •Easy export for further analysis •Optimized for iPhone / iPad Your Run, Visualized. RUN CHART transforms your raw data into clear, actionable insights. Track your goals, analyze your patterns, and watch your progress take shape—one chart line at a time.

About

RUNA

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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

RUNNING CHART4 screens
RUNA3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: RUNNING CHART at 16.0 against RUNA's 26.1. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
RUNNING CHART versus RUNA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRUNNING CHARTRUNA
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.1
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTatsuki KatoUrgent Inc.

In-app purchases

None

RUNNING CHART

No in-app purchases

None

RUNA

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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