# V.O2 vs AIM Virtual

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AIM Virtual at none against V.O2's 17. AIM Virtual also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 71%) and device support (4 vs 2). V.O2's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (6.3K vs 23). On price, rating, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. V.O2 sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. AIM Virtual asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for V.O2 against 5.0 for AIM Virtual. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: V.O2 has 6.3K ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of V.O2's written reviews are positive against 100% of AIM Virtual's.

V.O2 ships an update every 6 days, AIM Virtual every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | V.O2 | AIM Virtual |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (6.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vo2-running-coach/id977666802/reviews) | **[5.0 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aim-virtual/id6451152103/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6.3K** | 23 |
| Positive reviews | 71.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 142 MB | 159 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [The Run SMART Project, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/973571013) | [Run with Aim, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1696988220) |

## What reviewers say

### V.O2

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

This app provides adaptive training plans and personalized coaching for runners of all levels. It assesses your fitness, offers custom paces, and syncs with popular devices. Train intelligently to achieve measurable improvements and become your best runner.

**Highlights:** Adaptive training plans, VDOT fitness assessment, Personalized training paces, Sync with Apple Health, Coros, Garmin, Strava, Real-time guidance on Apple Watch, Coros, Garmin, Training adaptation based on improvement, Coach communication and training adjustments

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| 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 |
| 1500m - 12 weeks | $54.99 | one-time |
| 3 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 |
| Half Marathon - 18 weeks | $79.99 | one-time |
| Jack's Elite Marathon - 18wks | $79.99 | one-time |
| Jack's First Marathon - 18wks | $79.99 | one-time |
| Jack's Boston Marathon - 18wks | $94.99 | 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


### AIM Virtual

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aim-virtual/id6451152103)

This app helps users achieve their running, fitness, and life goals with personalized programs. It offers workouts, habit tracking, meal ideas, and community support to keep you motivated.

**Highlights:** Running and strength workouts, Goal setting and habit tracking, Milestone badges, Recipe and meal library, Virtual communities and chats, Wearable device integration

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is V.O2 free?

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

### Is AIM Virtual free?

AIM Virtual is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, V.O2 or AIM Virtual?

AIM Virtual is rated higher. V.O2 averages 4.9 out of 5 from 6.3K ratings, while AIM Virtual averages 5.0 from 23 ratings.

### Do V.O2 or AIM Virtual have ads?

Neither V.O2 nor AIM Virtual shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, V.O2 or AIM Virtual?

V.O2 ships an update every 6 days, and AIM Virtual every 6 weeks. Most recently, V.O2 was updated on October 16, 2026 and AIM Virtual on October 8, 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.*