# V.O2 vs True Pace

The clearest difference is rating: V.O2 at 4.9 against True Pace's 4.3. V.O2 also leads on ratings volume (6.3K vs 3) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). True Pace's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 71%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. V.O2 sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and True Pace sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

V.O2 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: V.O2 has 6.3K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 71% of V.O2's written reviews are positive against 100% of True Pace's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

V.O2 ships an update weekly, True Pace every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | V.O2 | True Pace |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (6.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vo2-running-coach/id977666802/reviews)** | [4.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/true-pace-running-calculator/id1624587343/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.3K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 71.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 143 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [The Run SMART Project, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/973571013) | [Josh Adams](https://appshunter.io/developer/521577613) |

## What reviewers say

### V.O2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vo2-running-coach/id977666802)

This app provides personalized adaptive training plans for runners of all levels. It assesses your fitness, syncs with popular GPS devices and wearables, and allows communication with coaches for real-time adjustments. Achieve measurable improvement with intelligent, scientifically-validated training.

**Highlights:** Adaptive training plans, VDOT fitness assessment, Personalized training paces, Sync with Apple Health, Garmin, Strava, Real-time guidance on wearables, Coach communication and adjustments

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Adaptive Training Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| Adaptive Training - Annual | $99.99 | per year |
| Base/Fitness - 8 weeks | $44.99 | one-time |
| Half Marathon - 12 weeks | $54.99 | one-time |
| 10 Km - 12 weeks | $54.99 | one-time |
| 5 Km - 12 weeks | $54.99 | one-time |
| Marathon - 15 weeks | $69.99 | one-time |
| Half Marathon - 15 weeks | $69.99 | one-time |
| Marathon - 18 weeks | $79.99 | one-time |
| Marathon - 24 weeks | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Great integration with Garmin watches
- 💡 Excellent for coaching and athlete communication
- 👍 Fantastic adaptive programming and training plans
- 👍 Seamless sync with Garmin and other platforms

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with syncing to Garmin and other platforms
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance and bugs
- 🐛 Difficulty editing or moving workouts
- 🐛 Inaccurate elevation and GPS tracking
- 🔍 Limited customization and preset workout options

**Reported bugs**

- Apple Watch app issues and lack of functionality
- Problems with syncing Garmin runs to the correct workouts
- Inconsistent elevation and GPS data
- Bugs and crashes when using the app

**Requested features**

- Ability to duplicate and edit workouts
- Improved Apple Watch and Health app integration
- More advanced adaptive training and automation
- Expanded cross-training and workout modalities
- Better user interface and workflow for coaches


### True Pace

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/true-pace-running-calculator/id1624587343)

Calculate your race finishing time with dynamic pacing strategies. Visualize your pace changes and plan your race with mile-by-mile notes. Share your race plans with friends or coaches.

**Highlights:** Calculate finishing times with variable paces, Compare different pacing strategies, Graphically visualize pace changes, Add mile-by-mile race notes, Share race plans via PDF or app-to-app, Supports 5K to marathon distances

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock the full app | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is V.O2 free?

V.O2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is True Pace free?

True Pace is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, V.O2 or True Pace?

V.O2 is rated higher. V.O2 averages 4.9 out of 5 from 6.3K ratings, while True Pace averages 4.3 from 3 ratings.

### Do V.O2 or True Pace have ads?

Neither V.O2 nor True Pace shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, V.O2 or True Pace?

V.O2 ships an update weekly, and True Pace every 3 weeks. Most recently, V.O2 was updated on November 6, 2026 and True Pace on November 3, 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.*