Running Trainer 5K Running App Reviews

I used RunningTrainer5KRunningApp a few years ago for running training and I really like how it would give instructions while I was running. I came back to it to get back into running and train for a race and the newest update has lost the coaching voice. I’ve checked all of the settings on my phone and headphones and it streams my selected playlist, but the only indicator for walk vs. run is that the screen changes colors. I don’t carry my phone in my hand while I run, that sort of defeats the purpose and makes running outside super dangerous when I need to keep my eyes on the terrain and watch for cars. I tried to contact via the website, but there is no option for troubleshooting provided, so I’m leaving the whole story here. Please fix this as soon as possible.

I use to run cross country in high school. During college and my first job after that I tried getting back into running but I always pushed myself too hard. I was trying to do the same things I did in high school. I would always just burn myself out. With RunningTrainer5KRunningApp I have been able to get myself back into running and love it. I do what it tells me do and have seen myself progress so much. This is the second time I have used RunningTrainer5KRunningApp to get back into running. 1st time before kids and now after I have had them. I have recommend it to friends and will continue to do so. I really can’t say enough good things about it.

I bought RunningTrainer5KRunningApp to help me train for a 10k I'm doing in September. It's a great trainer and helps me to increase my pace and run longer. What I don't like is that I don't have the option to shuffle my music on my playlist! All of my other apps I have had that option and I really think it helps. Especially when you're struggling and that certain song comes on. Also, sharing my run to Facebook is a NIGHTMARE!!! I have yet to successfully do it! When I select share, it takes me to a browser??? Normally, when I share other runs, a pop up comes up giving me an option to take a picture and then type a small message and then I hit post. This needs to be updated ASAP!

I enjoy the program. I am training for a half marathon and trying to adhere to the program is forcing me to work harder than I would without the plan.

Aside from the content, which is great so far, RunningTrainer5KRunningApp appears to have all the features you might expect from an app like this.

That said, there is an error that pops up after selecting the training program and also when I finish a session. “Error - Permission denied”. I bought the full app and I am logged in. Not sure why I am getting an error.

Trainer is fantastic. Great pace. Love the music in the background.

Only reason I'm giving 4 stars is because I paid $3.99 for the 5k trainer, but it wasn't registering that I paid. I tried to re-purchase several times, but it keeps telling me I already purchased. I tried deleting and reinstalling, I tried clicking 'restore purchases', nothing was working.

However, tech support resolved the issue. It took about a week - but they solved the issue

After not really running for a few years, I like that the training programs help ease back into running in a manageable way, while also providing programs for any level of runner. The stats during the run and history are nice for tracking progress and providing motivation. At one point, my audio wasn't working, and the customer service was timely in working to address my issues.

The audio coaching in the 10K program is excellent, motivating and particularly nice for beginners or those that are motivated by coaching/ trainers. It’s a shame there are SO MANY bugs and flaws, including:

- Apple Watch app won’t track distance or pace (you have to bring your phone)
- Apple Watch “History” lists past workouts, but won’t allow you to open, review them or even see the date the workout was done
- Apple Watch and iPhone apps often don’t sync, leaving workout details on the watch that can’t be reviewed or accessed in any form
- iPhone App glitches and doesn’t reflect purchased programs, forcing the use of the Restore Purchases feature often
- iPhone App “Support” link is broken. I’m writing this review instead of contacting the company, because I have been unable to find a Support or Contact Us link that does work on the Watch, iOS App or website.

I used to have an iPhone 6 and RunningTrainer5KRunningApp worked perfect. The best part was the voiceover coach that tells you when to run and when to walk. The voiceover doesn’t seem to work on the iPhone X. If anyone on the product team sees this please fix this bug. If this gets fixed RunningTrainer5KRunningApp will be back to 5 stars in my eyes. Oh and it would also be awesome to be able to control the volume of the voiceover independent from my music.

I appreciate the difficulty y’all are having in finding the balance here. That being said anyone with a smart watch can download RunningTrainer5KRunningApp for said watch and do exactly what your Just Run part does. I was really excited when I downloaded RunningTrainer5KRunningApp but deleted it pretty quick after. I would honestly prefer ads. If the actual training can be free then you guys will open yourselves up to a group of people that honestly can’t afford 9.99. College is expensive and we can’t buy an app when that money should probably go towards not starving. Or maybe some gas. Thanks for reading and I hope you guys find a happy balance!

I bought the bundle and have really enjoyed it. Recently got an Apple Watch and was so disappointed that RunningTrainer5KRunningApp isn’t available for the watch. Please make one that can be used with the watch- it’s a great app!

I’ve been using RunningTrainer5KRunningApp for about a year and I really love it. I was never a runner but it has helped me train for a 10k. However, if I get a call RunningTrainer5KRunningApp pauses until I go in and manually start it again. It does this even if I ignore the call. I don’t have the same issue when texts come in. It’s pretty frustrating. If someone from RunningTrainer5KRunningApp can reach out to me about this in case there’s a setting I have to change? Thank you.

Disappointed because the free trial is what made me want to purchase all the programs, yet still RunningTrainer5KRunningApp shows none of my purchase, even if I select “restore” purchase.

UPDATE: Heard back from customer service and they solved my problem. Love RunningTrainer5KRunningApp and look forward to using it to achieve my goal of running a marathon.

Love the different programs you can choose from with RunningTrainer5KRunningApp but I wouldn’t recommend it for people that are just getting into running. The only program for beginners is the 4 weeks to a mile option and even that one progressed pretty fast. The 8 weeks to 5k program is good the first week but then expects you to run for 4 minutes 6x with only one minute walking breaks by the end of the second week.

I’ve been struggling to get in a new routine with my running, I used to be an active runner who ran for emotional release, but I’m the last year and a half have gained almost 40 pounds and have given up on my running. RunningTrainer5KRunningApp is helping me get back on track by switching up my runs and motivating me to lace up my shoes and get out there!

I got RunningTrainer5KRunningApp to help me train for an upcoming 5K worked fine the first two runs of the 5K training schedule third day I don’t have the voice coach anymore that is the only main reason I got RunningTrainer5KRunningApp to help me start and stop the runs please help and fix this

I’ve had to stop using it the past few months because it’s not integrated with the Apple Watch! I no longer run with my phone (the 8plus is too big!) and without an Apple Watch app, it’s useless to me. I hope that changes soon, the other running apps just aren’t as good in my opinion. I don’t see the point in having an iPad app available but not for the watch? Who runs with their iPad?

RunningTrainer5KRunningApp is great and I finally am able to run workouts at a manageable pace without losing heart. However, I purchased the 5k program and after two days it still remains locked. I received my receipt for the purchase and have seen the funds leave my account and yet I still only have access to the first workout of the program. Unsure if there were additional steps I needed to take to continue the program

Loved RunningTrainer5KRunningApp until it didn’t work. Trained with it until able to complete a 10k, but had to stop due to surgery and needed to start back at training for one mile with short initial intervals. All the training programs work except for the one mile, which closes almost immediately after opening. This is frustrating after paying for full access and no response from PRT regarding app issues.

It’s a great app when it works, which is about half the time. It always crashes half way through my run and I can’t start it over if I’ve already been running for 35 minutes so I have to carry on without it...which is not a big deal I suppose...but then what’s the whole point of RunningTrainer5KRunningApp ?! Very disappointed in how much it crashes. I would consider other similar apps that have worked through these issues already, this one is definitely not ready

The first exercise, they give you for free. After that, they charge you like 9.99 to unlock the rest of the exercises. I really liked RunningTrainer5KRunningApp , so I paid. I have done 6 workouts so far. 2 of them closed out RunningTrainer5KRunningApp and shut down right in the middle. When training for a half marathon, this is more than frustrating. Don't waste your money.

Edit: Did anyone actually read this? This was not a complaint about charging. I paid for RunningTrainer5KRunningApp . I would like a refund because your app does not work.

I’ve been looking for a coach or somebody who can help me improve my speed and endurance for the long run but just couldn’t find one. Just scrolling through running apps and this one caught my attention. I’ve been using this for a while now and my running does improve dramatically!! The coaching here does require you pay but there is a tree trial so you can try it first. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to run by themselves but get better. The training is really helpful and motivating. It distracts you from thinking too much in the run and moreover shows you how to realize your own pace to reach your goal. 10/10

I love their pricing model, pay for what you want, it makes perfect sense to pay for the full package up to the marathon level. The UI is really nice, with the exception of the illegible map. HOWEVER, if you care about your running data, RunningTrainer5KRunningApp is not good. It loses your history all the time. All. The. Time.