# RunStation vs LAXProtocol

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RunStation at none against LAXProtocol's 1. RunStation also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). LAXProtocol's advantage is ratings volume (8 vs 1) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LAXProtocol sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. RunStation asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for RunStation against 5.0 for LAXProtocol. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LAXProtocol has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

RunStation ships an update every 4 days, LAXProtocol every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 10, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | RunStation | LAXProtocol |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runstation-hyrox-timer/id6790617085/reviews) | [5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/laxprotocol-lacrosse-drills/id6792900908/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **8** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 8 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [益平 林](https://appshunter.io/developer/1622562245) | [Tatzel Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6777750489) |

## What reviewers say

### RunStation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runstation-hyrox-timer/id6790617085)

Track your workout splits and station times with this app. It provides a detailed race-style breakdown of your training sessions, including ROXZONE and total times. Connect compatible equipment for accurate data integration.

**Highlights:** Per-station and per-run split timing, ROXZONE transition tracking, Customizable workout station combinations, Improvised workout tracking, Watch-based workout guidance, Bluetooth equipment integration, Sled meter tracking with iPhone

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none


### LAXProtocol

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/laxprotocol-lacrosse-drills/id6792900908)

This app provides structured lacrosse warm-up, speed, and strength drills designed to prevent common non-contact injuries. It offers detailed instructions and sideline tools for coaches and players, with a free tier and a one-time purchase for full access.

**Highlights:** Seventy-six drills across seven sections, Pre-practice, strength, and recovery routines, Written coaching cues for every drill, Sideline screening tools (sweat rate, hop symmetry), Printable handouts for parents and players, Accessibility features for field use

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LAXProtocol Pro | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RunStation free?

RunStation is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is LAXProtocol free?

LAXProtocol is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, RunStation or LAXProtocol?

RunStation and LAXProtocol are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 8 ratings respectively.

### Do RunStation or LAXProtocol have ads?

Neither RunStation nor LAXProtocol shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RunStation or LAXProtocol?

RunStation ships an update every 4 days, and LAXProtocol every 2 weeks. Most recently, RunStation was updated on November 10, 2026 and LAXProtocol on November 10, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*