Comparison

Runner Lock vs CoachSlate

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

Head to head
About

Runner Lock

Features
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Move first. Scroll later. Runner Lock turns app blocking into a reason to move. At the time you choose, it blocks the distracting apps you selected. Complete your workout or reach your saved destination, check it in Runner Lock, and your apps stay unlocked until the next Daily Lock. Runner Lock requires an active Runner Lock Premium subscription after the 3-day free trial to configure and use Daily Lock, including app blocking, scheduling, workout or destination verification, progress history, and workout Stamps. Subscription options and localized prices are shown in the app before purchase. HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose the apps or categories that distract you. 2. Set the days and time for your Daily Lock. 3. Choose Workout or Destination as your unlock rule. 4. Complete your rule and check it in Runner Lock. 5. Use your apps normally until the next Daily Lock. UNLOCK WITH A WORKOUT Runner Lock checks workouts already recorded in Apple Health. A walk, run, bike ride, strength session, or other supported workout can count when it meets the minimum duration you set. Keep using the Apple Watch or workout app you already use. Workouts added manually to Apple Health do not count toward unlocking. UNLOCK AT A DESTINATION Save a place you want to reach, such as your gym, park, or track. When you arrive, tap Check Location. Runner Lock checks your current location once to confirm that you are there. It does not continuously track your route. CREATE AND SHARE WORKOUT STAMPS Turn a recent Apple Health workout into a photo or video Stamp. Add the workout route, distance, duration, and date using Full, Route, or Stats layouts. Choose square or portrait format, and trim videos to a clip of up to 20 seconds with original audio. Route access is optional; workouts without route data can still use the Stats layout. Save the result to Photos or keep photo Stamps in your local gallery. RUNNER LOCK PREMIUM FEATURES β€” SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED β€’ Block selected apps and categories with Apple’s Screen Time controls β€’ Schedule Daily Lock for the days and time that fit your routine β€’ Verify completed workouts through Apple Health β€’ Set your own minimum workout duration β€’ Unlock by reaching a saved destination β€’ View today’s status and recent progress β€’ Use Emergency unlock when you need your apps for the rest of today β€’ Create photo and video workout Stamps with route and stats overlays BUILT WITH PRIVACY IN MIND Workout, workout-route, Screen Time, and location data are processed on your device. Runner Lock checks your current location only when you ask for destination verification. Workout routes are read from Apple Health only for the Stamp feature and remain on your device. Selected media and generated Stamps are not uploaded by Runner Lock. There are no user accounts, third-party ads, or cross-app tracking. Runner Lock is a habit tool and does not provide medical advice or decide whether exercise is safe for you. On days when you need a break, Emergency unlock keeps your apps available until the next Daily Lock. Screen Time permission is required to block selected apps. Workout verification and workout Stamps require Apple Health permission. Destination verification requires Location Services. Saving Stamps requires Photos permission. Runner Lock Premium is an auto-renewable subscription. The trial period, billing period, and localized price are shown before purchase. You can manage or cancel the subscription in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

CoachSlate

Features
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CoachSlate gives independent athletes, personal trainers, and connected clients one focused place to manage training. Trainers can build seven-day programs, create custom exercises, prescribe sets, reps and weight, manage meals, review progress, message clients, and open a simplified In the Gym session view. Trainers also have a separate My Training area for their own workouts. Clients can follow their coach-designed plan, record every set, track body-weight check-ins, review progress, message their trainer, and keep personal workouts separate from the trainer’s program. Independent athletes can build their own seven-day plan, manage custom exercises and meals, use rest timers and In the Gym mode, and keep their progress ready if they later connect with a trainer. On Apple Watch, CoachSlate supports a focused workout companion and optional heart-rate/workout recording through Apple Health. Health access is optional and controlled by the user. CoachSlate is designed for independent trainers and gym teams. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by any gym chain. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Runner Lock4 screens
CoachSlate3 screens

Verdict

The call

Runner Lock and CoachSlate are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Runner Lock sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 3 months and CoachSlate sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Runner Lock versus CoachSlate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRunner LockCoachSlate
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, Apple Watch β€” better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size17 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYOUHEE LEEChlolin Systems, LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Runner Lock

Subscriptions2
  • Runner Lock Premium 3 Months3 Days trial$6.993 Months
  • Runner Lock Premium Annual3 Days trial$14.991 Year
4 purchases

CoachSlate

Subscriptions4
  • Athlete Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Trainer Pro Monthly$24.991 Month
  • Athlete Annual$29.991 Year
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  • Trainer Pro Annual$249.991 Year

Questions

Is Runner Lock free?
Runner Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CoachSlate free?
CoachSlate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Runner Lock or CoachSlate have ads?
Neither Runner Lock nor CoachSlate shows ads.

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