Canter vs Run/Walk Interval Training
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Canter
This app provides guided interval training for runners and walkers, offering customizable run/walk sessions with audio cues. It includes structured training plans for beginners aiming for a 5K and options for creating personal workouts. The app supports Apple Watch for standalone use and integrates with the Health app.
- Customizable run/walk intervals
- Guided 5K training plans
- Audio and haptic cues
- Apple Watch standalone support
- Home Screen widget
- Walking mode for recovery
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Canter. Run-Walk Interval Timer Build endurance the way coaches recommend: alternate running and walking, with audible cues at every transition. Whether you're going from zero to your first 5K, training for a marathon, or coming back after a long break, Canter keeps the rhythm so you can keep your phone in your pocket. THE ESSENTIALS - 6 time-based presets (20 sec to 5 min) and custom intervals from 10 seconds to 30 minutes - 6 distance presets, with custom values up to 5 km / 3 miles - Voice announcements ("Run!", "Walk!"), bell sounds, and haptic feedback - Works with the screen locked - Home Screen widget for one-tap starts, plus a Control Center button on iOS 18 or newer - Optional daily training reminder - Dark theme that's easy on outdoor eyes - Pay once, yours forever. No subscription, no account, no ads, no tracking ZERO TO 5K TRAINING PLANS - Two guided plans: the standard 10 weeks, or a gentler 13-week progression - Three sessions a week, each one scripted for you: warm-up, run/walk intervals, cool-down - A week-by-week ladder that tracks every completed session - The finale is a real 5K, measured by distance, not time - A short questionnaire helps you pick the plan that fits - Start sessions from iPhone or Apple Watch; progress stays in sync WALKING MODE - The "Walking Mode" switch in Settings turns the timer into brisk and easy walk intervals, with no running. Training plans keep their run and walk sessions - Made for building walking time back up after illness or a long break - Walking Mode workouts save to the Health app as walking workouts, and the switch syncs between iPhone and Apple Watch YOUR OWN WORKOUTS - Build ladders, pyramids and repeats from run and walk steps, by time or distance, up to 40 steps - Start them on iPhone or straight from Apple Watch; history shows the real pattern - Three starter workouts included, so the first run needs no building PAY ONCE. YOURS FOREVER. Most running apps charge $40 to $80 per year. Canter is a single purchase. Every feature included, forever. Less than one month of a typical subscription. METRIC OR IMPERIAL, YOUR CALL Pick the units you train in, or follow your iPhone's locale. Distances, pace, and milestones update automatically. - Metric: 100 m, 200 m, 400 m, 500 m, 800 m, 1 km - Imperial: 300 ft, 600 ft, 0.25 mi, 0.50 mi, 0.75 mi, 1 mile - Custom up to 5 km / 3 miles - Voice countdowns and bell + haptic at every interval boundary APPLE WATCH, STANDALONE Run from your wrist alone, no iPhone required. Same warm voice coaching as the iPhone app. Distinct haptics for run vs. walk transitions. Live heart rate display with five intensity zones. Workouts count toward your Activity Rings automatically, and finished watch workouts sync to the iPhone app on their own. MILE MARKERS Cross a mile and know it: a voice cue for the distance and a card on screen with your split, plus a haptic tap on Apple Watch. Works on iPhone and Apple Watch, in miles or kilometers. GPS & ROUTE TRACKING - Live map shows your route as you run - Pace calculated from distance and time - "GPS signal lost" / "GPS signal found" voice cues at the Full voice coaching level, so you know your route is being tracked - Route maps saved with workout history STATISTICS & PROGRESS - Workout streaks - Weekly chart - All-time totals - Progress over time SIRI & SHORTCUTS - "Hey Siri, start a run walk workout with Canter" - Custom Shortcuts automations supported DESIGNED FOR RUNNERS Large, easy-to-read display. Works with screen locked. Dark theme reduces glare outdoors. Haptic feedback for silent alerts. No account required. No ads, no tracking.
Run/Walk Interval Training
This app provides a customizable timer for interval training, guiding users through custom run and walk durations with visual and audio cues. Track your progress with workout history and enjoy a clean, intuitive interface designed for focused fitness sessions.
- Customizable run/walk durations
- Adjustable number of intervals
- Visual and audio feedback
- Pause and resume functionality
- Workout history tracking
- Color-coded phases
- Dark mode support
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Perfect Your Interval Training Run/Walk Interval Training is a simple, intuitive app designed for runners and walkers who want to customize their interval training sessions. Whether you're training for a race, improving your fitness, or just want a structured workout, this app guides you through every step. Key Features: Customizable Intervals - Set your run and walk durations from 0.5 to 10 minutes each - Choose the number of intervals (1-20) to match your fitness level - Automatic time estimation so you know exactly how long your workout will take Smart Timer - Visual and audio feedback for every phase transition - Clear countdown timer showing time remaining - Progress bar tracking your completed intervals - Pause and resume functionality - perfect for unexpected stops Audio & Haptic Feedback - Voice announcements tell you when to run and walk - Haptic vibrations ensure you never miss a transition, even when your phone is in your pocket - System sounds provide additional audio cues Workout History - Track all your past workouts with dates and settings - Quickly reload previous workout configurations - See your progress over time Beautiful Design - Clean, modern interface that's easy to use - Color-coded phases: Red for run, Blue for walk - Dark mode support - Smooth animations and transitions Perfect For: - Couch to 5K runners - Interval training enthusiasts - Walkers looking to add running intervals - Anyone who wants structured workout guidance Why Choose Run/Walk Interval Training? Unlike complex fitness apps with overwhelming features, Run/Walk Interval Training focuses on one thing: helping you complete your interval training sessions. The app works seamlessly in the background, so you can lock your phone and still receive audio and haptic feedback. No complicated setup, no unnecessary features - just a reliable timer that helps you achieve your fitness goals. Start your interval training journey today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Run/Walk Interval Training at Free against Canter's $4.99. Run/Walk Interval Training also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). Canter's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 2.8). On review sentiment, ratings volume, 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
Run/Walk Interval Training is free to download; Canter costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Canter holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 4 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
Canter ships an update weekly, Run/Walk Interval Training every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.
| Parameter | Canter | Run/Walk Interval Training |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | 2.8 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 91 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Vishut Dhar | Jordan George |
Customer experience
Canter
Run/Walk Interval Training
In-app purchases
Canter
No in-app purchases
Run/Walk Interval Training
No in-app purchases
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