Comparison

RunMap2GPX vs RunArt

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

Head to head
About

RunMap2GPX

Features
Read full description

Plan running and walking routes the simple way. RunMap2GPX lets you draw a route on Apple Maps by tapping waypoints. Each segment snaps to real roads, paths, and sidewalks automatically. You see the total distance update in real time as you build your route, so it's easy to plan a 5K, 10K, or any distance you want. When you're happy with your route, export it as a standard GPX file and send it to any sports tracker β€” WorkOutdoors, Strava, Komoot, Garmin Connect, or any app that supports GPX import. Use AirDrop to send it straight to your Apple Watch. WHY RUNMAP2GPX? β€’ No account needed β€” just open and start tapping β€’ No subscription β€” completely free, no ads, no in-app purchases β€’ No data collected β€” your location is never stored or shared β€’ One screen, zero clutter β€” the map is the entire app FEATURES β€’ Tap waypoints on Apple Maps to build your route β€’ Automatic road-snapping follows real streets and paths β€’ Live distance display updates as you add and adjust points β€’ Drag waypoints to fine-tune your route β€’ Close the loop β€” tap the start point to route back home β€’ Search any location to quickly find your starting area β€’ Switch between standard, satellite, and hybrid map views β€’ Export GPX 1.1 files via share sheet (AirDrop, Files, email, or open directly in your tracker app) β€’ Name your route before exporting β€’ Undo and redo your last waypoints β€’ Works in metric or imperial β€” follows your device locale PERFECT FOR β€’ Runners planning training routes of a specific distance β€’ Walkers exploring new neighbourhoods β€’ Hikers scouting trails on satellite view β€’ Anyone who uses GPX files with sport tracker apps COMPATIBLE WITH WorkOutdoors, Strava, Komoot, Garmin Connect, Ride with GPS, and any app that imports GPX files. PRIVACY RunMap2GPX does not collect, store, or transmit any personal data. Location access is optional and used only to centre the map on your position. See our privacy policy for details.

About

RunArt

Features
Read full description

Every run you take draws a line on the map. RunArt turns that line into something worth keeping. DRAW WITH YOUR RUN Pick a shape β€” a heart, a cat, a rocket, a letter β€” and RunArt lays it over the streets around you, then talks you through every turn while you run it. Cross the finish and your route is a drawing you can post. A PLAN THAT FITS YOU TODAY Answer a few questions and RunArt sets a starting distance for the runner you are right now, not the one you wish you were. Finish a run and the next one unlocks, 300 metres longer. Thirty levels, eight runs each β€” you never have to guess what to do tomorrow. RUN WITH PEOPLE NEARBY Join a room for your city, your park or your club. See where the group meets, which days they run and at what pace. Say you're coming and get a reminder before the start. Share a finished run or a new medal straight into the chat β€” your route art arrives as a card, not a blurry screenshot. MEDALS WORTH CHASING Bronze to platinum for every goal you hit, weekly challenges tuned to your level, and a seasonal event every month. EVERYTHING A TRACKER SHOULD DO Live pace, distance and cadence while you run. Heart rate from Apple Watch. Per-kilometre splits, elevation and calories afterwards. Runs save to Apple Health as workouts with their routes. A Live Activity keeps the run on your Lock Screen, and a widget shows today's goal on your Home Screen. YOUR ROUTE STAYS YOURS We never publish your coordinates. What you share is the shape your run made, with no location attached β€” and your profile stays private until you decide otherwise. RUNART PRO Unlocks Draw Mode, the full shape library, medals, pro challenges and share cards with no watermark. $2.99 per month or $19.99 per year, after a 7-day free trial. Prices may vary by region. Payment is charged to your Apple Account when you confirm the purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless you turn it off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel it in Settings β†’ Apple Account β†’ Subscriptions. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://evgeniybruchkovskiy.github.io/runart-legal/privacy.html

Screenshots

RunMap2GPX4 screens
RunArt4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RunMap2GPX at none against RunArt's 2. RunArt's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.2). On price, update cadence, ads 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. RunArt sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. RunMap2GPX asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RunMap2GPX ships an update every 3 days, RunArt every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
RunMap2GPX versus RunArt: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRunMap2GPXRunArt
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 daysEvery 2 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS26.217.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size1 MB22 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperSebas VisserYevhenii Bruchkovskyi

In-app purchases

None

RunMap2GPX

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

RunArt

Subscriptions2
  • RunArt Pro Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • RunArt Pro Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is RunMap2GPX free?
RunMap2GPX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RunArt free?
RunArt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RunMap2GPX or RunArt have ads?
Neither RunMap2GPX nor RunArt shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RunMap2GPX or RunArt?
RunMap2GPX ships an update every 3 days, and RunArt every 2 days. Most recently, RunMap2GPX was updated on October 8, 2026 and RunArt on October 25, 2026.

Other comparisons