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Running Trainer vs adidas Running

Running Trainer 4.9★ · Free + IAP · ⚠ stale 70
Winner Running Trainer
adidas Running 4.8★ · Free to download 65

Running Trainer is better for users who prioritize a simple, free tracking experience and manual activity logging, while adidas Running is better for those who value integration with wearables, community challenges, and brand rewards.

Full reviews: Running Trainer · adidas Running

Running Trainer offers a straightforward, free experience for basic run tracking and manual activity entry, though it faces significant criticism regarding its premium subscription practices and GPS accuracy. adidas Running provides a more integrated experience with wearables and a rewards program, but users report issues with GPS, heart rate monitoring, and app stability.

Head to head

Features tieR1R5R9R14
Running Trainer Running Trainer is praised for its simplicity, tracking distance and time, and offering badges for goals and streaks R5R14. Users appreciate the ability to manually add runs, including treadmill workouts and long walks R5. However, some users desire more advanced features like custom interval settings R1, Apple Watch integration R9R25, and better pace display . Recent updates have also moved features like mile splits behind a paywall .
adidas Running adidas Running offers run tracking, club points for activities, and community challenges . Users like the audio cues for miles and the ability to earn rewards . However, some users report missing features like displaying active time , the inability to plan routes , and a lack of challenges for bikers . There are also requests for dark mode and AirPods Pro 3 HR monitor support .
Ease of Use edge: Running TrainerR7R28R29R41
Running Trainer Many users find Running Trainer very easy to use, simple, and efficient, especially for beginners R29R41. It allows users to start a run with minimal interaction R29R41. However, some find the constant requests for reviews annoying R7 and recent updates have made the app less user-controlled R28.
adidas Running adidas Running is generally considered easy to use for all ages . However, some users find the interface problematic, with issues like the slide-to-pause function being too easy to engage and a new 'start' button making the process redundant . The app also has issues with freezing during countdowns and crashing when adding notes .
Reliability tieR3R6R11R15
Running Trainer Running Trainer's reliability is a major concern for many users. Common issues include the app stopping tracking mid-run R3R6, inaccurate GPS R22R31R39R44, and failure to load or open R15. Some users also report losing all their progress after updates or missing achievement badges . Despite these issues, some long-term users praise its reliability R11.
adidas Running adidas Running also faces significant reliability issues. Users report GPS inaccuracies , heart rate monitoring failures , and problems with calorie tracking . The app is also cited for not logging miles in challenges , not syncing activities promptly , and crashing . Some users have experienced data loss .
Price/Value edge: adidas RunningR5R10R11R12
Running Trainer Running Trainer is free for basic features, which many users appreciate R5R11. However, there are widespread complaints about deceptive free trial offers that lead to immediate charges of $89.99 or £90 for an annual subscription R10R13. Some users find the premium cost unjustified for the features offered R12.
adidas Running adidas Running is free to download and offers a rewards program where users can earn points for activities, which can be redeemed for discounts or gifts . This adds significant value for users. However, some users report issues with points not accumulating correctly or challenges not registering . There are also complaints about being asked to use points to access Premium features .
Support tieR46R48R64R115
Running Trainer Running Trainer users report a lack of customer service and no way to get money back after being charged for subscriptions R46R48.
adidas Running adidas Running users report issues with support and feedback pages being missing R64, and a lack of resolution for technical issues R115. Some users also mention having to email customer service to fix issues with runs not registering for community events .
Pick Running Trainer if

you need a simple, free app for basic run tracking and are comfortable manually logging activities, and you want to avoid creating an account.

Pick adidas Running if

you are an Adidas fan, want to earn rewards for your activities, value integration with Apple Watch (despite current issues), and participate in community challenges.

Evidence note: Running Trainer's free tier is well-received for basic functionality, but the high volume of complaints about deceptive premium charges significantly impacts its perceived value and trustworthiness. adidas Running's free tier is also appreciated, with the added benefit of a rewards program, but it suffers from numerous technical issues across various features.

Frequently asked

Is Running Trainer truly free?
Running Trainer offers a free version with basic run tracking features, which many users appreciate R5R11; however, there are numerous reports of users being deceptively charged $89.99 or £90 for an annual subscription after signing up for a 'free trial' R10R13.
Do these apps work with Apple Watch?
Running Trainer users frequently request Apple Watch integration, noting that the app currently requires running with a phone and does not sync well with the watch for distance or calorie burn R9R21R25. adidas Running users also report issues with Apple Watch integration, specifically regarding heart rate monitoring not working and the need to carry the iPhone while using the watch to track runs R66.
How accurate is the GPS tracking?
Running Trainer users frequently report inaccurate GPS tracking, with runs being off by significant distances, especially on tracks, and issues with weak GPS signals R22R31R39R44. adidas Running also has complaints about its GPS being 'trash' and not recording entire miles or being inaccurate for walking speed .

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] Running Trainer 1/5 · US You did not even inquire what interval i want. I hate you: Disgusting
  2. [R5] Running Trainer 5/5 · US Love it: This app is amazing. It tracks my distance and my time. The app also gives you badges when you accomplish a goal or a new streak. The app also allows you to add runs that you may have not done using the app. When I run on the treadmill I’m able to add those to the app or when I do long walks I’ll add my distance. I’ve been using the app and the free version of the app for years and it’s
  3. [R9] Running Trainer 3/5 · US Could be great: Needs to work with Apple Watch. Only reason I won’t use this app. Otherwise the UI is great. Lots of great information
  4. [R14] Running Trainer 5/5 · US Great: This game gave me how my pace was and how I was improving so if I was u I would go check it out now !!!!!!!!!
  5. [R7] Running Trainer 1/5 · US Leave a review on my review: Always asking for reviews. Good running app though, if not for the incessant asking for reviews.
  6. [R28] Running Trainer 1/5 · US Updates made it worse: I found this more useful in the past. Updates took away too much user control
  7. [R29] Running Trainer 5/5 · US Very good and gets to the point: I love this app. It’s very easy to use and very efficient. I recommend it for beginners even advanced runners I go into the app give me 10 second warm-up and I’m off. I love this app a lot no time wasting just click on one button and you’re good five stars.!!
  8. [R41] Running Trainer 5/5 · US Simple: I need a program I can just push the button and go. Makes my running g days so much simpler and easier to get done.
  9. [R3] Running Trainer 3/5 · US Stops tracking during run: I have not been using this app for a very long time, U currently have around 20 miles on it. While this app worked perfect for me during my long runs without me stopping, it has been stoping mid run and not tracking. I’ll be running and within the first 10 ish minutes it will stop tracking. I’m not sure if I’m doing something wrong or something happening but this has bee
  10. [R6] Running Trainer 3/5 · US X: Shuts down
  11. [R11] Running Trainer 5/5 · US Top Ten App: Been using this for years because it’s reliable and simple and doesn’t interrupt me with ads or cash grabs. Couldn’t recommend this for enough.
  12. [R15] Running Trainer 3/5 · US Great app butttt: I have used this app for many years but lately it will not load on my Apple X. Maybe my phone is dated but I can’t even get my running logs from the past. Would be nice if it loaded up right away but sadly, I have had to move to another run app.
  13. [R10] Running Trainer 1/5 · US Watch Out, They’ll Charge You: I clicked the 7 day free trial to look inside the app. They charged me $98! Trying to get the charge removed from my card…be careful.
  14. [R12] Running Trainer 3/5 · US Cost: Good app, provides a decent plan and the functionality of the timer is good but nothing special so the cost isnt justifiable. Nothing new is added, i would say for a monthly rate, $7 is what its worth.
  15. [R46] Running Trainer 1/5 · US Basic Algorithm Not a real program.: The programs are extremely basic and are the same programs for everyone. The programs purposefully hinder your progress so you take longer and spend more money. I honestly wish I had spent the money elsewhere. There is no customer service and no way to get my money back
  16. [R48] Running Trainer 1/5 · GB Worsted app ever: I have downloaded this app to try it up I have cancelled the subscription and still go charged £90 for a year. Emailed them twice and nothing back. Massive waste of money !!!!
  17. [R64] adidas Running 2/5 · US The July 2026 30K goal is MIA: The July 2026 30K goal is MIA, and as luck would have it, so is the support and feedback page so this is the only place to report bugs.
  18. [R115] adidas Running 1/5 · US Technical Issues: I’ve been having technical issues with my log in and premium features for about 5 months. And have yet to get any type of resolution from support.
  19. [R13] Running Trainer 1/5 · US Scam: Says free trial but I was immediately charged for 1 year
  20. [R21] Running Trainer 3/5 · US Seems ok: Does not seem to sync well with Apple Watch for distance and cal burn
  21. [R25] Running Trainer 2/5 · US Amazing app (BUT): The fact that I have to run with my phone is annoying and unpleasant. I’m not sure why I can’t just connect it to my Apple Watch and go on my run then come back and look at the results is beyond me. “Plz incorporate”
  22. [R66] adidas Running 3/5 · US New user experience: I’ve only logged a few runs. The app works well and I like the idea of getting club points for runs. I don’t like that the phone app has to run while using the Apple Watch to track runs. Can this be fixed so I can run without having to use my phone?
  23. [R22] Running Trainer 1/5 · US Worst app ever: GPS is almost always off. My last 4 mile run was off over a quarter mile. This was on the track, so I know that it was absolutely wrong. Usually it’s around .07 mile off. There are some days it does not even load. I have had to manually go in and enter my distance and time, so that I can keep up with my mileage. I really like what the app does when it actually does what it’s suppos
  24. [R31] Running Trainer 1/5 · US GPS tracker not accurate!: I’ve been using this app for a while and I loved it at first, but when I moved to college, it says the “gps” is weak no matter where I run and it does not track my runs accurately. I will be deleting this app and using a different one or my watch.
  25. [R39] Running Trainer 3/5 · GB Free with no registration but poor GPS: Great as no need to register/create an account unlike most famous big apps/brands! However GPS does not work very well and you end up with an incomplete representation of your trip (lower distance than completed, wrong mapping of the run and wrong pace obviously). Please fix this and it will be 5 stars for me!
  26. [R44] Running Trainer 2/5 · US Run data is inaccurate.: Current pace data is not correct. After 1.5 miles, at a pace of 17 minutes per mile, the current pace states that the pace is 59:59 minutes per mile. The App needs to be updated.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store