Best Distance Runner Apps & Games

246+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated October 2026

With an average user rating of 4.7★, the distance runner category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 246+ apps and games we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Distance Runner Apps & Games (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Nike Run Club: Running CoachNike Run Club: Running CoachFree4.8★ (418K)YesNoOct 2026
2Running Slimkit - Lose WeightRunning Slimkit - Lose WeightFree4.6★ (87K)YesYesOct 2026
3Running Trainer: Tracker&CoachRunning Trainer: Tracker&CoachFree4.9★ (114K)NoYesOct 2026
4adidas Running: Run trackeradidas Running: Run trackerFree4.8★ (108K)YesNoOct 2026
5Running App - Run TrackerRunning App - Run TrackerFree4.9★ (1.1K)YesYesOct 2026
6Map My Run GPS Running TrackerMap My Run GPS Running TrackerFree4.8★ (755K)YesYesOct 2026
7Speedometer: MPH TrackerSpeedometer: MPH TrackerFree4.6★ (681)YesYesOct 2026
8Running Walking Tracker GoalsRunning Walking Tracker GoalsFree4.8★ (108K)NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Distance Runner

Nike Run Club: Running Coach#1

Nike Run Club: Running Coach by Nike, Inc

Workout App & Distance Tracker
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😊(418K ratings)
FreeAds
#55in Health & Fitness
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This app offers guided runs, training plans, and community challenges to help users start, continue, and enjoy running. It tracks speed, distance, and GPS routes, providing motivation and expert guidance for various fitness levels and goals.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent coaching and guided runs
  • 👍 Motivating and encouraging
  • 📊 Comprehensive tracking and analytics
  • 🎨 Customizable run colors and levels
  • 🤝 Supportive community and challenges

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Sync and connectivity issues
  • 🤔 Confusing or unintuitive features
  • 🔍 Inaccurate distance and pace tracking
  • 🔧 Buggy updates and crashes
  • 🙄 Repetitive and scripted audio
Running Slimkit - Lose Weight#2

Running Slimkit - Lose Weight by MONTIBUS LTD

Distance Tracker and Fitness
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.6😊(87K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app offers a comprehensive approach to weight loss through running and nutrition. It provides personalized training plans with interval workouts and balanced meal plans, along with features to track progress and stay motivated.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app for new runners
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 👍 Keeps users motivated
  • 👍 Gradually increases running intensity
  • 👍 Provides training plans for different fitness levels
  • 👍 Helpful coaching and feedback
  • 👍 Good music playlists

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 GPS and distance tracking issues
  • 🐛 Inconsistent voice prompts
  • 🔒 Difficult to unsubscribe from premium
  • 💰 Premium subscription is expensive
  • 💰 No clear free version available
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🤖 Robotic/generic voice coach
Running Trainer: Tracker&Coach#3

Running Trainer: Tracker&Coach by FITNESS22 LTD

Run Coach: 5K & 10K Runner
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.9😊(114K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate tracking
  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 💡 Customizable settings
  • 🚀 Reliable performance
  • 👍 Helpful voice prompts
  • 👍 Intuitive interface
  • 👍 Detailed run history
  • 🚀 Efficient app
  • 👍 Great for beginners

Room to Improve

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

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FAQ about Distance Runner

What are the best distance runner apps & games for iPhone?
Nike Run Club: Running Coach tops our distance runner apps & games ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 418K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top distance runner apps & games we rank are free to download, including Nike Run Club: Running Coach and Running Slimkit - Lose Weight.
Nike Run Club: Running Coach shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 246+ distance runner apps & games on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.