RunScribe vs My Skyhook
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RunScribe
This app pairs with specialized footpods to capture detailed running mechanics data. Athletes can analyze their stride, configure the device, and sync runs for in-depth performance insights.
- Capture kinematic running metrics
- Analyze running mechanics
- Configure footpod settings
- Sync and upload run data
- View run dashboard and details
- Manage user profile
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RunScribe is the most advanced running wearable, providing powerful kinematic metrics to help athletes understand their running mechanics and train like the pros. To use this app you'll need: • RunScribe footpods (available at www.runscribe.com) • an iPhone 5 or later; iPad (Air, Mini, 3rd & 4th gen); or an iPod Touch (5th gen) Once you've installed the RunScribe app, you can: • Create your RunScribe account • Update RunScribe footpods to the latest firmware • Configure RunScribe for mount (heels or laces) and location (left or right shoe) • Sync and upload your runs • View your RunScribe dashboard and run detail • Create and edit your RunScribe profile Once RunScribe footpods are configured, you just go for a run and upload your data using the RunScribe app when you're done. After the runs are synced, access the full set of kinematic metrics and analysis tools in your RunScribe dashboard (www.runscribe.com). * * * * * * If you have any issues with the app, contact us via our community forum, accessible through your RunScribe account, or send us an email at support@runscribe.com. * * * * * *
My Skyhook
This app connects to a jump mat via Bluetooth to record detailed athlete jump metrics like height, reactive strength index, and time in air. It allows for custom jump protocols and comprehensive athlete management with historical data analysis and export options.
- Track jump height, RSI, time in air/ground
- 7 default and custom jump protocols
- Athlete roster and history management
- Quantitative charts and time-period filtration
- Data export to CSV
- Real-time feedback with custom targets
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TRACK ATHLETE JUMPS: Connect with the Skyhook jump mat via bluetooth to track athlete jump data. Get jump height, reactive strength index, time in air, and time on ground. Includes 7 default jump protocols and custom protocol editor. CUSTOM JUMP PROTOCOLS: Configure jump assessments for athletes including custom jump count, duration, jump type (depth jump, hurdle jump, standard), and advanced jump analysis metrics. ALL-IN-ONE ATHLETE MANAGEMENT: Create rosters and athletes, analyze jump assessment history with quantitative charts, multiple metrics, and time-period filtration. Explore jump height, time in air, time on ground, and reactive-strength-index. Export data in convenient CSV's for compatibility with other athlete management systems. INTERACTIVE JUMP EXPERIENCE: Add custom jump targets for real-time feedback, easy access for deleting jumps, alternating between protocols, and cycling between a large number of athletes. Skyhook is optimized for all jump environments from large athlete combines to personalized training sessions.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: RunScribe at 4 against My Skyhook's 2. RunScribe also leads on ratings volume (6 vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for RunScribe against 5.0 for My Skyhook. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
RunScribe ships an update every 2 months, My Skyhook every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RunScribe | My Skyhook |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (6 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 89 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Scribe Labs Inc | RDM Innovation |
Customer experience
RunScribe
My Skyhook
In-app purchases
RunScribe
No in-app purchases
My Skyhook
No in-app purchases









