# Map My Tracks vs Running App

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Map My Tracks at 100% against Running App's 62%. Map My Tracks also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). Running App's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 8). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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 App sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Running App holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Running App has 1.1K 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 62% of Running App'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 5 weeks, Running App every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Map My Tracks | Running App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-my-tracks-running-tracker/id722162268/reviews) | **[4.9 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-app-run-tracker/id1453356724/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 62.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 46 MB | 116 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tinderhouse](https://appshunter.io/developer/347858533) | [Leap Health](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687598595) |

## What reviewers say

### Map My Tracks

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

This app records your runs, tracking distance, pace, and elevation. It stores your running history, allowing you to revisit past routes and view yearly summaries. Advanced features include AI-powered route analysis and integration with external fitness devices.

**Highlights:** GPS run recording, Pace, distance, and elevation tracking, Automatic pause, Heart rate and sensor data (PLUS), Route following, Import/export GPX, TCX, FIT, KML, KMZ, Yearly review and heat maps

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PLUS Monthly: Live Tracking | $4.99 | per month |
| PLUS Yearly: Heat & Topo Maps | $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 App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-app-run-tracker/id1453356724)

Track your runs with GPS, analyze performance with detailed stats and graphs, and follow customized training plans. Improve your heart health and reach your fitness goals with audio feedback and progress tracking.

**Highlights:** Real-time GPS route mapping, Detailed run analysis with graphs, Customized training plans, Audio feedback from voice coach, Sync data to Apple Health, Performance comparison over time

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Membership | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Monthly subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| Yearly Membership | $9.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy for beginners
- 👍 Keeps users on track
- 👍 Great for running/jogging/walking
- 👍 Accurate tracking
- 👍 Motivates users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate distance tracking
- 🐛 Crashes/stops working during runs
- 🐛 Doesn't work in background/when screen is off

**Reported bugs**

- Reporting issue interface not working
- Inconsistent distance tracking (miles vs. km)

**Requested features**

- Pair with Apple Watch
- Review app UI and metrics display


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Map My Tracks free?

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

### Is Running App free?

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

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

Running App is rated higher. Map My Tracks averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Running App averages 4.9 from 1.1K ratings.

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

Running App shows ads; Map My Tracks does not.

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

Map My Tracks ships an update every 5 weeks, and Running App every 3 months. Most recently, Map My Tracks was updated on November 13, 2026 and Running App on November 14, 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.*