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Head-to-head · Running Apps for Apple Watch

Apple Workout vs ASICS Runkeeper

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score Apple Workout #2 in Running Apps for Apple Watch 9.1/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 5 features Visit Apple
ASICS Runkeeper #4 in Running Apps for Apple Watch 8.8/10 Free plan · paid from $11.99/mo Free plan✓ 0 of 5 features Visit Runkeeper

Apple Workout leads on 3 checks, ASICS Runkeeper on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreApple Workout · 9.1/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresApple Workout · 3 of 5

Apple Workout scores higher on our rubric for running apps for apple watch: 9.1 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #4.

Apple Workout offers gps run tracking; ASICS Runkeeper doesn't publish it. Apple Workout offers offline run support; ASICS Runkeeper doesn't publish it. Apple Workout offers phone-free tracking; ASICS Runkeeper doesn't publish it.

Apple Workout is the better fit for apple Watch runners who want detailed workout metrics. ASICS Runkeeper is the better fit for runners seeking plans, audio coaching, and device sync.

  • Apple Workout fits best

    Apple Watch runners who want detailed workout metrics

  • ASICS Runkeeper fits best

    Runners seeking plans, audio coaching, and device sync

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Side by side

Feature Apple Workout 9.1/10 Visit ↗ ASICS Runkeeper 8.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 8.8
Ranking #2 in Running Apps for Apple Watch #4 in Running Apps for Apple Watch
Best for Apple Watch runners who want detailed workout metrics Runners seeking plans, audio coaching, and device sync
Pricing model Free Free plan + paid
Starting price Not published $11.99/mo
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms iOS Web, iOS, Android
Support Docs Email, Docs
Built for Solo Solo, Small business
Features Apple Workout 3/5 · ASICS Runkeeper 0/5
GPS run tracking ✓ (best) Not published
Guided workouts — Not published
Training plans — Not published
Offline run support ✓ (best) Not published
Phone-free tracking ✓ (best) Not published
Specs
Other platforms iPhone (Fitness app companion) Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Shows heart rate, pace, running power, distance, and other metrics
  • Supports custom intervals, warmups, cooldowns, and workout views
  • Includes track features, lap alerts, and race-route comparisons
  • GPS activity tracking covers running, walking, cycling, and other activities
  • Personalized plans and coach-led audio workouts support structured training
  • Syncs with Apple Watch, Apple Health, Garmin, Fitbit, and music services
Cons
  • Does not provide training plans
  • Does not include guided workouts
  • Workout review is split between Apple Watch Activity and iPhone Fitness
  • Runkeeper Go costs $11.99 monthly or $39.99 annually
  • The listed plans do not clarify which features require Runkeeper Go
  • Not designed for coach tools or large-team workflows
Our verdict

Apple Workout is the built-in Apple Watch app for recording indoor and outdoor runs. It is aimed at runners who want to track sessions from their watch and review detailed workout metrics, including heart rate, average pace, running power,…

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ASICS Runkeeper combines GPS activity tracking with training and progress tools for runners and other active users. It records activities such as running, walking, cycling, and hiking, while users can set goals, follow personalized race or…

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  1. Apple WorkoutRunning Apps for Apple Watch 9.1Free plan
  2. ASICS RunkeeperRunning Apps for Apple Watch 8.8Free plan · paid from $11.99/mo

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Apple Workout — where it wins

    • Shows heart rate, pace, running power, distance, and other metrics
    • Supports custom intervals, warmups, cooldowns, and workout views
    • Includes track features, lap alerts, and race-route comparisons

    Where it doesn't

    • Does not provide training plans
    • Does not include guided workouts
    • Workout review is split between Apple Watch Activity and iPhone Fitness

  • ASICS Runkeeper — where it wins

    • GPS activity tracking covers running, walking, cycling, and other activities
    • Personalized plans and coach-led audio workouts support structured training
    • Syncs with Apple Watch, Apple Health, Garmin, Fitbit, and music services

    Where it doesn't

    • Runkeeper Go costs $11.99 monthly or $39.99 annually
    • The listed plans do not clarify which features require Runkeeper Go
    • Not designed for coach tools or large-team workflows
  • Apple Workout9.1/10 · Free plan

    A free Apple Watch running app with detailed metrics and customizable workouts.

    Visit AppleFull verdict →
  • ASICS Runkeeper8.8/10 · Free plan · paid from $11.99/mo

    A flexible running tracker with guided workouts, training plans, and wearable sync.

    Visit RunkeeperFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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