Best Running Challenge Apps & Games

249+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated August 2026

Whether you're new to running challenge or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 249+ iOS apps and games has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Running Challenge Apps & Games (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1The Conqueror ChallengesThe Conqueror ChallengesFree4.8★ (11K)NoYesAug 2026
2Nike Run Club: Running CoachNike Run Club: Running CoachFree4.8★ (417K)YesNoAug 2026
3Strava: Run, Bike, WalkStrava: Run, Bike, WalkFree4.8★ (368K)YesYesAug 2026
4Running Slimkit - Lose WeightRunning Slimkit - Lose WeightFree4.6★ (87K)YesYesAug 2026
5Runna: Running Plans & CoachRunna: Running Plans & CoachFree4.9★ (33K)NoYesAug 2026
6Run Across AmericaRun Across AmericaFree4.8★ (4.7K)YesNoAug 2026
7Walk the DistanceWalk the DistanceFree4.8★ (1.3K)NoYesAug 2026
8Run An EmpireRun An EmpireFree4.5★ (3.5K)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Running Challenge

The Conqueror Challenges#1

The Conqueror Challenges by Actionary Limited

Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😊(11K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Complete virtual fitness challenges and earn real medals. Track your progress by running, walking, or cycling, and sync data from popular fitness apps. Explore challenges based on famous global routes.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great motivator
  • 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly app
  • 🌳 Environmentally-friendly with tree planting
  • 🏅 Beautiful and high-quality medals

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Sync issues with Apple Health/Watch
  • 💰 Challenges can be expensive
  • 🤔 Confusing navigation in some areas
Nike Run Club: Running Coach#2

Nike Run Club: Running Coach by Nike, Inc

Workout App & Distance Tracker
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😊(417K ratings)
FreeAds
#42in 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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Sync and connectivity issues
  • 🤔 Confusing or unintuitive features
  • 🔍 Inaccurate distance and pace tracking
Strava: Run, Bike, Walk#3

Strava: Run, Bike, Walk by Strava, Inc.

Track & share with friends
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😐(368K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#1in Health & Fitness
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Track all your activities, from runs to yoga, and share your progress with friends. Discover new routes, get AI-powered insights, and join challenges. Stay motivated and safe with real-time location sharing.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great platform
  • 👍 Excellent for tracking fitness activities
  • 👍 Motivating and engaging community
  • 👍 Comprehensive data and analytics

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate GPS tracking and distance recording
  • 🔒 Poor customer support and unresponsive to user issues
  • 💰 Aggressive monetization with features locked behind paywall

More Running Challenge apps to explore

4
Running Slimkit - Lose Weight
Running Slimkit - Lose Weight
Running Slimkit - Lose Weight
Distance Tracker and Fitness
Free

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.

Weight loss running plansInterval training workoutsHealthy meal plans
💪 Health & Fitness
(87K)
freemium
5
Runna: Running Plans & Coach
Runna: Running Plans & Coach
Runna: Running Plans & Coach
5k to Marathon Training
Free

This app provides tailored running training plans designed by world-class coaches for all levels, from beginners to marathoners. It offers personalized programs, run tracking, strength training, and a supportive community.

Customized training plansSeamless run syncingHolistic running support
💪 Health & Fitness
(33K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Run Across America
Run Across America
Run Across America
by Cockpit Mobile, Inc.
Free

Track your daily walks, jogs, and runs to stay active. Earn badges for accomplishments and connect with a community. See your race day results and leaderboard rankings.

Activity trackingBadge achievementsCommunity connection
💪 Health & Fitness
(4.7K)
ad-supported
7
Walk the Distance
Walk the Distance
Walk the Distance
Step Challenge Walking Tracker
Free

Turn your daily steps into an adventure by walking iconic trails virtually. Track your progress on real maps, unlock checkpoints, and compete with friends. Ideal for fitness goals, weight loss, or building a walking habit.

Walk iconic virtual trailsSyncs with Apple Health, Fitbit, GarminUnlock real waypoints and landmarks
💪 Health & Fitness
(1.3K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Run An Empire
Run An Empire
Run An Empire
Explore, Build, Conquer
Free

Turn your real-world movements into a game of conquest. Capture locations, collect resources, and build an empire from ancient times to the Space Age. Compete with others, track your progress, and customize your empire.

Capture real-world locationsBuild and expand your empireTrack activity with GPS
🎮 Games
(3.5K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Challenges - Compete, Get Fit
Challenges - Compete, Get Fit
Challenges - Compete, Get Fit
Get fit with friends
Free

Compete with friends, family, and coworkers to get fit. Track your progress through stand, move, and exercise rings, earn medals, and send motivational nudges. Stay connected and motivated with real-time updates and team challenges.

Team challengesActivity ring tracking (Stand, Move, Exercise)Medal achievements
💪 Health & Fitness
(5.7K)
ad-supported
10
Runigo Running & Walking Games
Runigo Running & Walking Games
Runigo Running & Walking Games
Run. Walk. Capture. Conquer.
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
11
Do Not Touch (by Nickelodeon)
Do Not Touch (by Nickelodeon)
Do Not Touch (by Nickelodeon)
Funny AR Games
Free

Experience augmented reality with beloved Nickelodeon characters. Interact with games and characters in your real-world space, from your living room to your kitchen. Collect rare items and unlock new content as you play.

Augmented reality gamesInteractive selfie gamesKid-safe content
🎬 Entertainment
(1K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Running challenge -Lose weight
Running challenge -Lose weight
Running challenge -Lose weight
Run, Walk & Jog Mile Distance
Free

Track your runs, walks, and other activities with detailed metrics. Set personal goals, use voice commands to start workouts, and integrate your music. Analyze performance and share achievements to stay motivated.

Detailed activity tracking (distance, time, pace, calories)Personal goal settingMultiple sport selection
💪 Health & Fitness
(1)
freemium
13
Impossible Running Challenge
Impossible Running Challenge
Impossible Running Challenge
by Glen Dizon
Free

Enhance your long-distance runs with a fun, randomized challenge. Spot a generated object during your run to decide whether to stop or continue. This app aims to make exercise more engaging and enjoyable for runners.

Randomly generated object spottingGamified running experienceFlexible stopping points
💪 Health & Fitness
(5)
free
14
RunNavi - Running Routes
RunNavi - Running Routes
RunNavi - Running Routes
Find routes. Run your way.
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
15
Mannequin  Running Challenge
Mannequin  Running Challenge
Mannequin Running Challenge
by 向宁 徐
Free
🎮 Games
(0)
16
Elites : Your Running Journey
Elites : Your Running Journey
Elites : Your Running Journey
Gamify Your Running!
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
17
Ghostr: Running Competition
Ghostr: Running Competition
Ghostr: Running Competition
Run Tracking & Racing
Free

Transform your runs into races against virtual opponents. Compete against your past performances, friends, or global runners in real-time. Track your progress, climb leagues, and improve your Ghostr Score with live feedback.

Race against virtual ghostsCompete with friends and global runnersLeague-based competition
⚽ Sports
(0)
subscription
18
Bikini Body Running Challenge
Bikini Body Running Challenge
Bikini Body Running Challenge
#1 Beach Body Workout
Free

This app provides guided running workouts and diet plans to help users achieve their weight loss and fitness goals. It tracks distance, speed, calories burned, and offers voice guidance and music integration.

Customized running plansVoice guidanceIn-app music player
💪 Health & Fitness
(2)
free with in-app purchases
19
Challenge Run
Challenge Run
Challenge Run
Gamified Running
Free

This app gamifies your running experience with GPS tracking, personalized goals, and competitive challenges. Connect with other runners, join teams, and share your achievements.

GPS run trackingPersonalized goals and achievementsCompetitive challenges with friends and teams
💪 Health & Fitness
(1)
free with in-app purchases
20
Running Goals
Running Goals
Running Goals
Set and track running goals
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)

FAQ about Running Challenge

What are the best running challenge apps & games for iPhone?
The Conqueror Challenges tops our running challenge apps & games ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 11K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top running challenge apps & games we rank are free to download, including The Conqueror Challenges and Nike Run Club: Running Coach.
The Conqueror Challenges has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ running challenge apps & games on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app allows users to participate in virtual fitness challenges. By completing activities like running, walking, or cycling, users progress along a virtual route and can earn real finisher medals upon completion.
Your progress can be automatically sent from other popular fitness apps and devices, including Apple Health, Apple Watch, adidas Running, Fitbit, Garmin, Runkeeper, and Under Armour. Any activity that contributes to distance will advance you along the challenge route.

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