Comparison

RunPace vs Nefes

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

Head to head
About

RunPace

This app helps runners calculate pace, predict finish times, and determine training zones. It offers features like split tables, race plans, and VDOT-based paces, with options to import VO₂max data. It's designed for clarity and speed, with no ads or tracking.

Highlights
  • Pace and speed calculator
  • Finish time predictions
  • Even-paced split tables
  • VDOT-based training paces
  • VO₂max import from Apple Health
  • Customizable units (km/miles)
Features
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RunPace is a clean, fast pace calculator for runners who like clear numbers without the clutter. Whether you're chasing a 5K PR or pacing your first marathon, RunPace gives you the splits, predictions, and training paces you need — in seconds. CALCULATOR (free) • Switch instantly between pace (min/km) and speed (km/h) • See finish times for every common distance, or full split tables RACE PLAN (free) • Set a target finish time and distance, get the exact pace you need • Even-paced split tables so you know your checkpoints RACE TIMES (RunPace Pro) • Enter one race result and predict your times across distances • Based on Riegel's proven formula • Or seed a starting point from your Apple Health VO₂max TRAINING PACES (RunPace Pro) • VDOT-based training paces — Easy, Marathon, Threshold, Interval, Repetition • Import your VO₂max (Cardio Fitness) from Apple Health to set zones automatically • Watch your VO₂max move: a 12-month trend line with the change over the period MADE FOR RUNNERS • Kilometres or miles — switch once and the whole app follows: min/mi and mph wheels, mile splits, and a US race ladder (1 mile, 5K, 10K, 10 miles, half, marathon) • Light, dark, or system appearance • English and Norwegian • No ads, no account, no tracking — your runs and numbers stay on your device RUNPACE PRO Calculator, Race Plan and Settings are free to use, with no ads and no time limit. RunPace Pro unlocks Race Times and Training Paces — one purchase, no subscription, on every device you use with the same Apple Account. Built by a runner, for runners. Lace up and find your pace.

About

Nefes

Features
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Nefes — "breath" in Turkish — turns your iPhone into a calm breathing coach. A softly glowing circle grows as you breathe in and shrinks as you breathe out: follow it and feel the tension melt away. FOUR PROVEN TECHNIQUES • Box Breathing (4-4-4-4) — focus • 4-7-8 — sleep & calming • Relaxed Breath (4-6) — stress relief • Coherent Breathing (5-5) — heart-rhythm balance ALWAYS AT HAND A session fits in the gap before a meeting, or in the minutes before sleep. A gentle tap marks every phase change, so you can close your eyes and just breathe — and the screen never dims mid-session. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account, no ads, no analytics, no internet access. One-time purchase, yours forever.

Screenshots

RunPace4 screens
Nefes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Nefes at none against RunPace's 3. Nefes also leads on device support (3 vs 1). RunPace's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 days). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. RunPace sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Nefes asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RunPace ships an update every 3 days, Nefes every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
RunPace versus Nefes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRunPaceNefes
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 6 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSTIAN GAARE VAAGANASLIHAN AKAR

In-app purchases

3 purchases

RunPace

One-time3
  • RunPace Pro$0.99
  • Supporter$1.99
  • RunPace Pro$1.99
None

Nefes

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RunPace free?
RunPace is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Nefes free?
Nefes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do RunPace or Nefes have ads?
Neither RunPace nor Nefes shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RunPace or Nefes?
RunPace ships an update every 3 days, and Nefes every 6 days. Most recently, RunPace was updated on November 6, 2026 and Nefes on November 2, 2026.

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