Comparison

RunHUD vs Muscle Memory

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

Head to head
About

RunHUD

Features
Read full description

RunHUD is a simple, no-setup running companion for treadmill workouts. Just open the app, connect your watch, and start running. While you run on a treadmill, RunHUD shows your heart rate, pace, and elapsed time clearly on your phone โ€” just like a heads-up display (HUD). No accounts. No settings. No distractions. Perfect for runners who want to focus on their run without constantly checking their watch.

About

Muscle Memory

Features
Read full description

Muscle Memory helps you keep workout, nutrition, and body-weight records together so you can review your progress over time. LOG YOUR TRAINING Record weights, reps, and sets. Add notes to each set, review previous records, and create your own exercises. Check estimated 1RM and training-volume trends. SEE YOUR TRAINING BALANCE Use the calendar and body-part chart to review when you trained and which muscle groups you worked. TRACK MEALS AND MACROS Log meals, calories, protein, carbs, and fat. Set your own daily targets and review your nutrition records. REVIEW YOUR WEIGHT See your weight history, browse previous weeks, and compare weekly averages. Apple Health integration lets you view supported activity and body measurements after you grant permission. KEEP REST TIME SIMPLE Use the interval timer between sets without leaving the app. START FREE, UPGRADE WHEN YOU NEED MORE Core workout and meal recording is available on the free plan with ads. An optional Premium subscription removes ads and unlocks additional analysis and reports. Compare the plans in the app before purchasing. The price and subscription terms are shown on the purchase screen. Muscle Memory is a recording tool, not medical advice. Estimated 1RM values and nutrition summaries are estimates, not guarantees of results. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

RunHUD3 screens
Muscle Memory4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: RunHUD at none against Muscle Memory's shown. Muscle Memory's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. RunHUD sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Muscle Memory sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RunHUD ships an update every 5 months, Muscle Memory every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
RunHUD versus Muscle Memory: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRunHUDMuscle Memory
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 4 days โ€” better
AdsNo โ€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.215.5 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size41 MB123 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJekal Ikhiroto hashimoto

In-app purchases

1 purchases

RunHUD

One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime Access$2.99
1 purchases

Muscle Memory

Subscriptions1
  • ใƒ—ใƒฌใƒŸใ‚ขใƒ ใƒ—ใƒฉใƒณ$2.991 Month

Questions

Is RunHUD free?
RunHUD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Muscle Memory free?
Muscle Memory is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RunHUD or Muscle Memory have ads?
Muscle Memory shows ads; RunHUD does not.
Which is updated more often, RunHUD or Muscle Memory?
RunHUD ships an update every 5 months, and Muscle Memory every 4 days. Most recently, RunHUD was updated on October 14, 2026 and Muscle Memory on October 17, 2026.

Other comparisons