PaceBeat vs Pace2BPM
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PaceBeat
This app provides a running metronome to help maintain a steady stride rhythm with audio cues. It also features GPS tracking for runs, workout building with custom cadence targets, and strength training plans for runners. Your running data is used for progress visualization and is not sold.
- Running cadence metronome with audio cues
- GPS tracking for pace, distance, and duration
- Customizable workout builder with cadence targets
- Strength training plans for runners
- Run history and performance insights
- GPS route mapping
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PaceBeat is the audio-first running coach: a background metronome that coaches your cadence in real time — while your own music or podcast keeps playing. COACHING THAT RUNS UNDER YOUR MUSIC Most apps make you choose between coaching and your playlist. PaceBeat's metronome runs continuously in the background, so it keeps coaching even while Spotify, Apple Music, or a podcast plays on top. Glanceable "On Beat" and "Drifting" cues tell you where your cadence stands — no need to look at your screen mid-run. ONE COACH FOR RUNNING AND STRENGTH Strength Training runs through the same metronome-driven coaching engine that paces your runs. It's not a second app with its own log — it's one connected training system. STRUCTURED TRAINING, NO SPREADSHEET Run Builder turns your goals into ready-to-run sessions — Interval Training, Tempo Run, Long Run, and more — organized by race distance: 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, and Recovery & easy. Or build your own session from scratch. TRAINING PLANS THAT ADAPT WITHOUT THE GUILT Miss a session and Training Plans quietly move on — no guilt attached, no red flag to stare at. Your race goal becomes a full periodized program — 5K, 10K, or half marathon — prescribed in cadence, the same metric PaceBeat already coaches on every run. Fall further behind, and PaceBeat can ease your week with lighter, easy-paced sessions or offer to realign the rest of your plan — realigning is always your call, and your training history is never lost. Evening-before reminders, on by default, keep race day in view. STRENGTH BUILT FOR RUNNERS Five named strength templates — Speed/5K Focus, Strength/10K–Half, Marathon Durability, Technique Tune-Up, and Knee Control Builder — target the movement categories that keep runners running, with Beginner, Intermediate, and Expert levels for every move. YOUR NEXT RUN, MAPPED OUT Your training calendar tracks splits, charts, a recovery estimate, and a cadence trend — so every run gives you a clear next step, not just a record. PaceBeat: one coach, for every run, every rep, and every race. Subscription: PaceBeat Premium unlocks Training Plans and all premium coaching features. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://eggcookietx.github.io/pacebeat-privacy-policy/
Pace2BPM
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Pace 2 BPM helps runners maintain a steady cadence by converting your target pace into beats per minute. Whether you're training for a race or just trying to stay consistent, the built-in metronome gives you an audible and tactile beat to match your footsteps. How it works: Set your target running pace using the scroll wheels, and the app calculates the ideal cadence for you. Start the metronome to hear and feel the beat as you run. You can also tap along to match your current rhythm or the tempo of your music. Features: - Scroll wheels for pace (min/mile) and BPM with fine-tune controls - Built-in metronome with sound and haptic feedback - Downbeat-only mode for a less intrusive beat - Lock controls to prevent accidental changes mid-run - Tap tempo to match your current rhythm - Five color themes to personalize your experience - English and Spanish language support - Motivational quotes on startup to get you moving Find the rhythm that works for you and run with confidence.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pace2BPM at none against PaceBeat's 2. Pace2BPM also leads on ads (none vs shown). PaceBeat's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price 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
Both are free to download. PaceBeat sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Pace2BPM asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | PaceBeat | Pace2BPM |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 98 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Digital Twins LLC | Johnny London |
In-app purchases
PaceBeat
- Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
Pace2BPM
No in-app purchases









