Running Voice vs PaceTalk
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Running Voice
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Running Voice is your reliable running companion that keeps you informed with voice announcements while you run. KEY FEATURES • Voice Announcements - Get audio updates on your distance, pace, and time while listening to your favorite music. No need to look at your phone! • Works Without GPS - Track your runs using step counting even when GPS is unavailable or unreliable. Perfect for indoor tracks, dense urban areas, or anywhere GPS struggles. • Smart Distance Tracking - Intelligently combines GPS and step data for the most accurate distance measurements possible. • Background Tracking - Lock your phone and save battery while the app continues tracking in the background. • Real-Time Stats - Monitor your distance, speed, pace, time, and steps all in one beautiful interface. • Motivational Content - Enjoy motivational quotes and encouragement during your run to keep you energized. • Customizable Settings - Choose between kilometers/miles and 12/24-hour time format to match your preferences. • Run History - Review your recent runs with detailed statistics including GPS distance, step-based distance, duration, and more. The last 5 runs are free; the full history is part of Pro. • Privacy-Focused - Your data stays on your device. No account required, no tracking, just pure running. PERFECT FOR • Runners in areas with poor GPS signal • Indoor track running • Trail running in dense forests • Urban running between tall buildings • Anyone who wants reliable tracking in all conditions HOW IT WORKS Running Voice uses both GPS and your iPhone's pedometer to track your runs. When GPS signal is strong, it uses that for maximum accuracy. When GPS is weak or unavailable, it seamlessly switches to step counting so you never miss tracking a run. Voice announcements automatically lower your music volume, give you updates, then restore your music - all without you touching your phone. ANNOUNCEMENTS SCHEDULE • First milestone: 10 meters (or 30 feet) • Regular updates: Every 500 meters (or 0.5 miles) • Final summary when you finish Each announcement includes your current distance, speed, and pace, plus a motivational message to keep you going! REQUIREMENTS • Location permission (for GPS tracking) • Motion & Fitness permission (for step counting) • iOS 17.0 or later WHY RUNNING VOICE? Unlike other running apps that fail when GPS signal drops, Running Voice adapts. Whether you're running through tunnels, between skyscrapers, in dense forests, or on indoor tracks, your run keeps tracking. The combination of GPS and step counting means you get the best of both worlds: GPS accuracy when available, and reliable step counting as a backup. The voice announcement system is designed for runners who want to stay focused on their run, not their phone. Keep your screen locked, save battery, and let Running Voice tell you everything you need to know. Start your next run with Running Voice and experience the freedom of hands-free run tracking! FREE FOREVER • Voice announcements every 0.5 km (speed, pace, distance) • Start and finish announcements • Built-in jokes and motivational messages • Your last 5 runs in History RUNNING VOICE PRO - ONE-TIME PURCHASE, NO SUBSCRIPTION • Full run history • Export your run history to PDF • Your own jokes and motivational phrases • Current time in voice announcements • Headphones-only mode Pro is a one-time in-app purchase. Restore it any time with Restore Purchases in Settings. If you used Running Voice before Pro appeared, Pro is yours for free.
PaceTalk
This app provides real-time audio coaching for your runs, alerting you when your pace strays from your target zone. Choose from various coach personalities to motivate you and improve your running strategy.
- Real-time pace zone alerts
- Multiple coach voice packs
- Auto-pause functionality
- Pace plan mode for mile splits
- Background operation with screen locked
- Audio alerts over music
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Most running apps track your pace. PaceTalk coaches it. Set a min and max pace zone before your run. If you slow down too much or speed up too fast, PaceTalk fires an audio alert instantly so you can correct without checking your phone. HOW IT WORKS Define your target pace range. For example, set 8:00 as your fastest and 10:00 as your slowest. Start your run. PaceTalk uses GPS to track your pace in real time. The moment you drift outside your zone, your chosen coach speaks up. Too slow? "Stop being lazy, pick it up." Too fast? "You're doing too much, dial it back." Back in the zone? "You're back in it." CHOOSE YOUR COACH Pick from six voice packs, each with a unique personality: - Drill Sergeant: Tough love when you need it. - Goggins Mode: Stay hard. No excuses. - Hype Man: All energy, all the time. - Savage: Trash talk to push harder. - Calm Coach: Steady guidance, no pressure. - Bestie: Your best friend cheering you on. Each voice pack comes in male and female variants. SMART FEATURES - Auto-Pause: Stops the clock automatically when you pause at a red light or water stop. Resumes when you start moving. - Pace Plan Mode: Set different pace zones for each mile of your run. Perfect for negative splits and race-day strategies. - Mile Splits: Hear your split time announced at every mile marker. - 3-2-1 Countdown: A countdown timer before every run so you are ready when tracking begins. BUILT FOR RUNNERS No account required. No login. No subscription. No internet needed during your run. Everything runs locally on your device. PaceTalk works in the background with your screen locked and plays alerts right over your music. Download PaceTalk and stop guessing your pace. Start running with a coach in your ear.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PaceTalk at none against Running Voice's 1. PaceTalk also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price 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
Both are free to download. Running Voice sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PaceTalk asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Running Voice | PaceTalk |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Ads | No | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone — better | — |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Maksim Efremov | Akeem McKenzie |
In-app purchases
Running Voice
- Running Voice Pro$2.99
PaceTalk
No in-app purchases









