Comparison

Treadmill Assistant vs Pacefit Link

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

Head to head
About

Treadmill Assistant

Control your treadmill's speed and incline directly from your phone via Bluetooth. Track all your workout data with detailed charts and history. Unlock advanced features like custom programs and heart rate zone tracking with an optional premium subscription.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth treadmill control
  • Real-time workout stats
  • Workout history and charts
  • Customizable workout programs
  • Heart rate zone tracking
  • Apple Health sync
  • Equipment maintenance tracking
Features
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Your treadmill, but smarter. Connect via Bluetooth, control speed and incline from your phone, and see every workout as a chart — all for free, no account required. No ads, no videos, no gimmicks — just you and your workout. Go further with Premium: custom programs, heart rate zones, Live Activity, Apple Health sync, and more. CONNECT & CONTROL • Instant Bluetooth pairing — remembers your treadmill for next time • Adjust speed and incline directly from your phone • Export and import workouts and programs — share or back up your data SUPPORTED TREADMILLS • Built for FitShow. • FTMS-compatible treadmills are supported, but FTMS implementations vary by manufacturer. Some allow full control (speed, incline, start, stop) and rich data; some allow data only, with no control over the belt; some restrict third-party apps almost entirely. FTMS itself doesn't relay every metric — steps, for example, aren't part of it. We can't guarantee every FTMS treadmill will work — support depends entirely on what the manufacturer permits over Bluetooth. • Live compatibility list before you buy: https://treadmill-assistant.com/docs/compatibility/ • Treadmill not on the list? Get in touch via email or Discord (links on https://treadmill-assistant.com) for guidance on adding support, where possible. TRACK EVERY WORKOUT • Real-time stats: speed, distance, time, calories, steps, heart rate • Workout charts — see your heart rate, speed, and incline across the whole run, with touch scrubbing in landscape • Automatic workout recording and history • Heart rate monitoring from treadmill grip sensors • Static incline for flat treadmills and walking pads • Metric and imperial units — incl. body weight & height LANGUAGES • English • French • Polish • German (machine-translated) • Spanish (machine-translated) PREMIUM — 14-DAY FREE TRIAL Take your workouts further. Try everything free for two weeks. CUSTOM PROGRAMS • Build multi-segment workouts with speed and incline per phase • Segments by duration or distance — your choice • Automatic transitions — the treadmill adjusts for you • Pause and resume mid-workout without losing progress AD-HOC TARGETS • Set a distance, time, or calorie goal and go • Auto-stop when you hit your target LIVE ACTIVITY & DYNAMIC ISLAND • Track your workout from the lock screen • Real-time speed, distance, and time in the Dynamic Island HEART RATE ZONES • Connect any Bluetooth heart rate monitor (chest strap, armband) • See your current zone in real time during workouts • Review time spent in each zone in your workout summary • 5 zones from Recovery to Maximum, calculated from your age APPLE HEALTH & iCLOUD • Auto-sync workouts to Apple Health • Back up everything to iCloud — workouts, programs, settings EQUIPMENT TRACKING • Track belt lubrication, belt replacement, and shoe mileage • Warnings when maintenance is due COMPANION TOOLS • Web program editor — build, edit, and share programs in your browser, no account required: https://treadmill-assistant.com/editor.html PRIVACY FIRST Your data stays on your device. No accounts, no analytics, no ads. Optional iCloud sync uses your personal iCloud storage — we never see your data. DEVICE SUPPORT • Optimized for iPhone • iPad supported REQUIREMENTS • FitShow or FTMS-compatible treadmill • iPhone or iPad with Bluetooth • iOS/iPadOS 15.0 or later SUBSCRIPTION TERMS Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage and cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use: https://treadmill-assistant.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://treadmill-assistant.com/privacy.html This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by any treadmill brand or manufacturer. Treadmill control is off by default — enable it in settings. Always stop immediately if something seems wrong. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you!

About

Pacefit Link

Features
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Pacefit Link is designed for Pacefit smart walking pads, helping you control your device, track your workouts, and build a walking routine that fits your day. Connect your walking pad via Bluetooth and manage your workout from your phone. Start or stop your session, view workout data, set daily goals, and keep your progress organized in one place. Key Features: Bluetooth Device Control Connect to your Pacefit walking pad and control your workout directly from the app. Workout Tracking View your workout duration, distance, calories, speed, and session history. Daily Goals Set personal goals for calories, distance, or workout time, and track your progress throughout the day. Smart Reminders Set exercise reminders so you can stay consistent with your routine. Voice Guidance Enable voice announcements for key workout updates and reminders. Pet Walking Mode Use pet walking mode to create a more engaging walking experience for you and your pet. Workout Templates Choose from different workout modes and routines to make each session easier to start. Data & Privacy Your workout data and preferences are organized securely for your account and device. Pacefit Link is made for everyday movement. Whether you are walking while working, building a daily routine, or using your walking pad for light indoor exercise, the app helps make each session easier to manage. Note: Pacefit Link requires a compatible Pacefit walking pad with Bluetooth support. Some features may depend on your device model, firmware version, and app permissions.

Screenshots

Treadmill Assistant4 screens
Pacefit Link4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pacefit Link at none against Treadmill Assistant's 2. Treadmill Assistant's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads 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. Treadmill Assistant sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Pacefit Link asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Treadmill Assistant ships an update every 3 weeks, Pacefit Link every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Treadmill Assistant versus Pacefit Link: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTreadmill AssistantPacefit Link
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB53 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperKolto Tech Piotr KoszurHong Kong Juxing Tongchuang Technology CO.,

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Treadmill Assistant

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly14 Days trial$2.491 Month
  • Premium Yearly14 Days trial$14.991 Year
None

Pacefit Link

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Treadmill Assistant free?
Treadmill Assistant is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pacefit Link free?
Pacefit Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Treadmill Assistant or Pacefit Link have ads?
Neither Treadmill Assistant nor Pacefit Link shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Treadmill Assistant or Pacefit Link?
Treadmill Assistant ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pacefit Link every 2 months. Most recently, Treadmill Assistant was updated on October 30, 2026 and Pacefit Link on November 5, 2026.

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