# Map My Tracks vs Running Trainer

The clearest difference is monetization model: Map My Tracks at free with in-app purchases against Running Trainer's subscription. Map My Tracks also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 79%). Running Trainer's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (114K vs 8). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Map My Tracks sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Running Trainer sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Running Trainer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Running Trainer has 114K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of Map My Tracks's written reviews are positive against 79% of Running Trainer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Map My Tracks ships an update every 2 months, Running Trainer monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Map My Tracks | Running Trainer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-my-tracks-run-tracker/id722162268/reviews) | **[4.9 (114K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-trainer-tracker-and-coach/id1205237896/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **114K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 79.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 56 MB | 122 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tinderhouse](https://appshunter.io/developer/347858533) | [FITNESS22 LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/383171664) |

## What reviewers say

### Map My Tracks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-my-tracks-run-tracker/id722162268)

This app helps runners track their progress, analyze performance, and set goals. It provides personalized feedback, route insights, and motivational features. Connect with friends and share your running journey.

**Highlights:** GPS run tracking, Performance analysis, Personalized feedback, Goal setting, Route insights, Live tracking, Social sharing

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PLUS subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| PLUS subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Enable sensors | $0.99 | one-time |
| Graphs | $0.99 | one-time |
| No ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pro upgrade | $3.99 | one-time |


### Running Trainer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-trainer-tracker-and-coach/id1205237896)

This app provides accurate running tracking, including pace, distance, calories, and heart rate. It offers voice feedback, music integration, and a history of your running activities to help you improve.

**Highlights:** Accurate distance and time tracking, Pace and calorie tracking, GPS mapping and route tracking, Heart rate and effort zone monitoring, Customizable voice feedback, Integrated music player, Run history and improvement logs

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Upgrade | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium Upgrade | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Upgrade | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Upgrade | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Upgrade | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium Upgrade | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium Upgrade | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Upgrade | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate tracking
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 💡 Customizable settings
- 🚀 Reliable performance
- 👍 Helpful voice prompts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent GPS tracking
- 🐛 Inaccurate pace/distance reporting
- 🔒 Limited customer support
- 🐛 Buggy after recent updates
- 🔒 Paywall for advanced features

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during runs
- GPS disconnects mid-run
- Incorrect calorie/pace calculations

**Requested features**

- Ability to save/share custom routes
- Automatic pause/resume during stops
- Integration with Apple Watch
- More customization options
- Elevation/incline tracking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Map My Tracks free?

Map My Tracks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Running Trainer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Map My Tracks or Running Trainer?

Running Trainer is rated higher. Map My Tracks averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Running Trainer averages 4.9 from 114K ratings.

### Do Map My Tracks or Running Trainer have ads?

Neither Map My Tracks nor Running Trainer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Map My Tracks or Running Trainer?

Map My Tracks ships an update every 2 months, and Running Trainer monthly. Most recently, Map My Tracks was updated on November 1, 2026 and Running Trainer on November 5, 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.*