Comparison

Skill vs VO2MAX Running Coach

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

Head to head
About

Skill

Features
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Your roadmap from beginner to advanced calisthenics. Ever wanted to learn a muscle-up, planche, or human flag but had no idea where to start? Skill Flow maps out every step of the journey on a visual, interactive skill tree β€” so you always know what to train next. How it works: Tap any skill to see what it is, what prerequisites you need, and where it leads. Pinch and pan across the full skill graph to explore progressions across pushups, pullups, dips, handstands, core, and back movements β€” from dead hangs all the way to the iron cross and maltese. Track your progress: Mark skills as achieved, set target skills you're working toward, and log personal bests β€” reps for dynamic moves, hold times for statics. Your profile keeps a clear snapshot of where you are and what's next. Train smarter: Not strong enough for a skill yet? Skill Flow tells you when negative training can help β€” work the eccentric portion of a movement to build the strength you need for the full version. Features: -Interactive skill tree with 50+ calisthenics skills -Tap any skill for descriptions, prerequisites, and progressions -Track personal bests (reps and hold times) -Target skills and see the path to get there -Search to jump to any skill instantly -Gear requirements for each skill (bar, rings, parallel bars, etc.) -Covers 6 major categories: pushups, pullups, dips, handstands, core, and back -Free to browse the entire skill tree β€” no account required Whether you're just starting with body weight fitness or chasing elite skills, Skill Flow gives you the map. You bring the work.

About

VO2MAX Running Coach

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VO2MAX turns your fitness, schedule, and goal into a structured running plan you can follow on iPhone and Apple Watch. PLAN AROUND REAL LIFE Create a personalized four-week running plan based on your current level, weekly availability, preferred workout time, training history, and VOβ‚‚max goal. See today’s session at a glance and review every upcoming or completed workout in a list or calendar. GUIDED APPLE WATCH WORKOUTS Start the day’s workout on Apple Watch and follow clear interval guidance, heart-rate zones, progress, haptics, distance, and route recording. Completed workouts are saved to Apple Health and synchronized back to iPhone. PROGRESS YOU CAN UNDERSTAND Review workout duration, distance, route, average and peak heart rate, time in target zone, interval completion, perceived effort, and VOβ‚‚max trends. Set a measurable target and follow progress over time. VO2MAX PRO The free version includes the running plan created during onboarding and core workout tracking. VO2MAX Pro unlocks adaptive recommendations, detailed feedback, plan changes, rescheduling, and customization. Monthly and annual plans include a 14-day free trial for eligible users. VO2MAX uses Apple Health only with your permission. Health and route data remain on your devices and in Apple Health; optional account registration details are stored securely for account functionality. VO2MAX provides fitness guidance, not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Stop exercising and seek qualified medical help if you experience warning symptoms. Privacy Policy: https://vo2-maxxing-legal.vercel.app/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Skill3 screens
VO2MAX Running Coach4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Skill at none against VO2MAX Running Coach's 2. Skill also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, 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. VO2MAX Running Coach sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Skill asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Skill versus VO2MAX Running Coach: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkillVO2MAX Running Coach
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDailyβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.1 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size49 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJonathan MesaVadim Danilov

In-app purchases

None

Skill

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

VO2MAX Running Coach

Subscriptions2
  • VOβ‚‚ Pro Monthly14 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • VOβ‚‚ Pro Annual14 Days trial$44.991 Year

Questions

Is Skill free?
Skill is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VO2MAX Running Coach free?
VO2MAX Running Coach is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Skill or VO2MAX Running Coach have ads?
Neither Skill nor VO2MAX Running Coach shows ads.

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