Comparison

MidLab vs Run Picker

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

Head to head
About

MidLab

Features
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MidLab β€” Middle-Distance Training, Scientifically Optimized The training management app built exclusively for 800m-5000m middle-distance runners. β–  Measure Your Fitness with the ETP Test Run our unique ETP (Estimated Threshold Pace) test on a 400m track to accurately determine your threshold pace. MidLab also classifies your performance limiter into three types: β€’ Cardio Limiter β€” your breathing hits the wall first β€’ Muscular Endurance Limiter β€” your legs give out first β€’ Balanced β–  Personalized Training Plans [Premium] Based on your ETP and limiter type, MidLab auto-generates a multi-week training plan tailored to your goal race. Scientific periodization β€” Base > Build > Race > Taper β€” helps you improve efficiently. β€’ Just set your target race distance and date β€’ Supports 800m / 1500m / 3000m / 5000m β€’ Optimized for your age category and training history β€’ Automatic recovery weeks β–  Extensive Workout Library [Premium] Dozens of workout templates organized across six training zones (Recovery through Repetition). Every pace is auto-calculated from your ETP so you always train at the right intensity. β–  Race Predictions Estimate your 800m-5000m race times based on current fitness. Compare against your personal bests to see your progress. β–  Dashboard β€’ View your current ETP, VO2max, and limiter type at a glance β€’ See today's training session β€’ Track weekly progress β€’ Follow your ETP trend graph to visualize growth β–  Premium Plan β€’ Monthly: $7.99 β€’ Yearly: $69.99 (save 2 months) β€’ Includes a 1-week free trial No coach needed β€” just science. Push your middle-distance PB with MidLab. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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Run Picker

Features
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Run better β€” with an AI coach in your ear and a form lab in your pocket. RunPicker is a real-time AI running coach. Start a run and get live voice coaching over your music: pace, distance, cadence and heart-rate zones β€” plus honest, on-device video form analysis after your run. No account, no server, everything stays on your phone. LIVE AI RUN COACH β€’ Real-time voice coaching: pace, cadence, distance, splits and warm encouragement β€” never nagging β€’ GPS route map with your live track, and a pace-colored route map after the run β€’ Heart-rate zones (Z1–Z5) with zone-change guidance β€” connect any BLE heart-rate sensor (chest strap or watch broadcast, e.g. Garmin) β€’ Max heart-rate alert: set your limit and get warned the moment you push past it β€’ AI Running Mate: a virtual training partner running at the pace you choose, cheering you on like a friend β€’ Indoor treadmill mode, adaptive cadence metronome, interval workouts and beginner training plans β€’ Running courses across Korea, challenge badges, shoe mileage tracking, and post-run AI commentary RUNNING FORM ANALYSIS Film 5–10 seconds from the side and RunPicker tracks your joints frame by frame β€” entirely on your device. β€’ A 0–100 form score with an honest reliability rating β€’ Cadence, ground contact, vertical oscillation, foot strike, overstride, knee drive and more β€’ Your single biggest fault highlighted, with targeted drills to fix it β€’ A synced skeleton overlay so you can see exactly what your body is doing PRIVATE BY DESIGN Runs, routes and footage are processed and stored on your phone only. Nothing is uploaded to a server. HONEST, NOT FLATTERING RunPicker only scores what it can actually measure. If a clip is too short, too far, or not a clean side view, it tells you β€” instead of inventing a number. RUNPICKER PRO Unlock every form metric and the full Pro coach. Pro coach features (training plans, AI Running Buddy, adaptive cadence metronome, post-run AI coach feedback and Run Energy) are free to try on your first run. β€’ Plans: Weekly, Monthly, or Yearly (yearly starts with a 3-day free trial) β€’ Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation β€’ Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period β€’ Manage or cancel anytime in your account settings Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.pickersoft.com/terms_runpicker.html Privacy Policy: https://www.pickersoft.com/privacy_runpicker.html

Screenshots

MidLab4 screens
Run Picker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: MidLab at daily against Run Picker's every 3 months. MidLab also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. MidLab sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Run Picker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MidLab ships an update daily, Run Picker every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
MidLab versus Run Picker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMidLabRun Picker
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDaily β€” betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.1 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size28 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMASAMI YAJIRIYEONGMI KIM

In-app purchases

2 purchases

MidLab

Subscriptions2
  • MidLab Proγƒ—γƒ©γƒ³οΌˆζœˆι‘οΌ‰1 Month trial$5.991 Month
  • MidLab Proγƒ—γƒ©γƒ³οΌˆεΉ΄ι‘οΌ‰1 Month trial$59.991 Year
3 purchases

Run Picker

Subscriptions3
  • RunPicker Pro$0.997 Days
  • RunPicker Pro$1.991 Month
  • RunPicker Pro3 Days trial$12.991 Year

Questions

Is MidLab free?
MidLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Run Picker free?
Run Picker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MidLab or Run Picker have ads?
Neither MidLab nor Run Picker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MidLab or Run Picker?
MidLab ships an update daily, and Run Picker every 3 months. Most recently, MidLab was updated on November 5, 2026 and Run Picker on October 31, 2026.

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