# Start 2 Run vs moonbird (legacy)

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Start 2 Run at 55% against moonbird (legacy)'s 0%. Start 2 Run also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.4) and ratings volume (31 vs 5). moonbird (legacy)'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Start 2 Run sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. moonbird (legacy) asks for nothing beyond the download.

Start 2 Run holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Start 2 Run has 31 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Start 2 Run's written reviews are positive against 0% of moonbird (legacy)'s.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Start 2 Run | moonbird (legacy) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/start-2-run/id698638896/reviews)** | [3.4 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moonbird-legacy/id1521695230/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **31** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **54.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 60 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Energy Lab](https://appshunter.io/developer/698638899) | [Moonbird](https://appshunter.io/developer/1496625489) |

## What reviewers say

### Start 2 Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/start-2-run/id698638896)

Achieve your running goals with personalized training plans and virtual coaching. Track your progress with heart rate monitoring and detailed analysis reports. Enjoy an intuitive interface and Apple Watch integration.

**Highlights:** Customized training plans, Personalized coaching, Heart rate monitoring, Analysis reports, Apple Watch support, Multiple voice options

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Evy monthly (NL) | $1.99 | per month |
| Sylwina monthly (DE-CH) | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Start 2 Run Smart - Month | $2.99 | per month |
| Start 2 Run monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Evy yearly (NL) | $8.99 | per year |
| Premium yearly | $9.49 | per year |
| Sylwina yearly (DE-CH) | $9.99 | per year |
| Start 2 Run yearly | $11.99 | per year |
| Start 2 Run Smart - Year | $25.49 | per year |


### moonbird (legacy)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moonbird-legacy/id1521695230)

This app offers a guided exercise designed to provide immediate stress relief. Consistent daily use can lead to long-lasting effects, with a recommendation of twice daily for at least four weeks.

**Highlights:** Stress relief exercise, Immediate relief, Long-lasting effects, Daily practice, Guided sessions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Start 2 Run free?

Start 2 Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is moonbird (legacy) free?

moonbird (legacy) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Start 2 Run or moonbird (legacy)?

Start 2 Run is rated higher. Start 2 Run averages 5.0 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while moonbird (legacy) averages 3.4 from 5 ratings.

### Do Start 2 Run or moonbird (legacy) have ads?

Start 2 Run shows ads; moonbird (legacy) does not.

### Which is updated more often, Start 2 Run or moonbird (legacy)?

Start 2 Run ships an update every 6 weeks, and moonbird (legacy) every 6 weeks. Most recently, Start 2 Run was updated on September 24, 2026 and moonbird (legacy) on June 4, 2026.

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