Comparison

Watch Workout Log vs Random Run

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

Head to head
About

Watch Workout Log

Features
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This app allows users to quickly log workout weight, reps, and heart rate during strength training using simple tap interactions on Apple Watch. Workout records are organized as clean text, making them easy to copy and paste into note-taking apps or other AI tools for further use. Even when the iPhone is unavailable, users can continue logging directly from Apple Watch, allowing them to leave their phone at home or in a locker during workouts. The app is continuously improved by the developer, who actively uses it as part of a regular strength training routine. The goal is to create an app that helps users stay more focused on their training.

About

Random Run

Generates three unique loop running routes based on your desired distance or duration. Offers turn-by-turn navigation and integrates with HealthKit for personalized pacing. Export routes as GPX files for use with other fitness platforms.

Highlights
  • Generates three loop running routes
  • Customizable by distance or duration
  • Turn-by-turn navigation with Live Activity
  • HealthKit integration for pace personalization
  • GPX file export for other devices
  • Strava connection for run tracking
Features
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Dead simple. Pick your goal. Get three routes. Start running. And brand new in this version: connect to Strava so every run counts. Random Run generates loop running routes that start and end right where you are — on real roads, not straight lines on a map. No account. No planning. No data collection. Just run. How it works Pick your goal — 5 km, 30 minutes, whatever fits your day. Distance or duration, your call. One tap and you get three unique loop routes heading in different directions from your start point. Pick the one that catches your eye, or hit regenerate and keep exploring. Run with turn-by-turn guidance Follow the route with step-by-step navigation. Your next turn shows up on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island via Live Activity — distance to the turn, elapsed time, pace, all without unlocking your phone. Eyes up, feet moving. Personalized for your pace Connect HealthKit and duration mode calculates a route based on how fast you actually run. Totally optional — we never see or store your health data. Take your route anywhere Export any route as a GPX file to load into Garmin, Strava, or whatever else you use. Run complete Time, distance, pace — everything you want to see right after you finish. Details Free. No ads. No subscriptions. Available in English, French, and German. Works without location access — enter an address and use timer mode. Random Run is for the runner who wants to explore, not optimize. Lace up, tap Generate, and find your new fave.

Screenshots

Watch Workout Log4 screens
Random Run4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Watch Workout Log at 4 against Random Run's 2. Random Run's advantage is iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Watch Workout Log ships an update every 6 days, Random Run weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Watch Workout Log versus Random Run: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWatch Workout LogRandom Run
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS26.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShunsuke TakanishiROBERT ALEXANDER SINGLETON

In-app purchases

None

Watch Workout Log

No in-app purchases

None

Random Run

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Watch Workout Log free?
Watch Workout Log is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Random Run free?
Random Run is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Watch Workout Log or Random Run have ads?
Neither Watch Workout Log nor Random Run shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Watch Workout Log or Random Run?
Watch Workout Log ships an update every 6 days, and Random Run weekly. Most recently, Watch Workout Log was updated on October 28, 2026 and Random Run on October 25, 2026.

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