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Runna alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll fitness tracking apps

Top picks

Common reasons people leave Runna: subscription only after a one-week trial, and monthly plan only shows the month you've paid for. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Runna, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Strava currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Strava logoStravaFree plan + paid—NoWeb, iOS, Android5 of 568.8
2Garmin Connect logoGarmin ConnectFree plan + paid—NoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 464.8
3ASICS Runkeeper logoASICS RunkeeperFree plan + paid$11.99 a month or $39.99 a year (Runkeeper Go)NoiOS, Android6 of 661.8
4Peloton App logoPeloton AppPaid—NoiOS, Android, Web5 of 557.5
5adidas Running logoadidas RunningFree plan + paid—NoiOS, Android4 of 457.2
6Nike Run Club logoNike Run ClubFree—NoiOS, Android4 of 455.9
  1. Strava logo

    1. StravaTop pick

    Best for: Runners and cyclists who want a social feed, segment leaderboards and to sync any GPS device

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Runna

    Social tracking and segments for runners who care more about logging and community than a plan.

    Pros

    • Large active community with clubs, challenges and kudos
    • Segments and leaderboards make training competitive
    • Syncs with most GPS watches and bike computers
    • Free tier covers recording and sharing activities

    Cons

    • Leaderboards, route tools and deeper analysis need a subscription
    • Activities can be visible publicly unless privacy settings are changed
    • Training plans need the separate Runna bundle
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Strava a good Runna alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, free to join and use
    Checked Nov 8, 2026strava.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    30 days
    Checked Oct 29, 2026strava.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    iPhone, Android and web
    Checked Nov 8, 2026strava.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Device support
    Works with most GPS devices
    Checked Nov 8, 2026strava.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Subscription features
    Segment leaderboards, advanced training analysis, route tools
    Checked Nov 8, 2026support.strava.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Garmin Connect logo

    2. Garmin Connect

    Best for: Garmin watch owners who want detailed health and training data without paying for an app

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Runna

    Free adaptive training plans if you already own a Garmin watch.

    Pros

    • Free with any Garmin device, with detailed health and training stats
    • Garmin Coach adaptive training plans at no extra cost
    • Customisable dashboard and long-term trend views

    Cons

    • Only really useful if you own Garmin hardware
    • Smaller social community than Strava
    • Some newer insights sit behind the Connect+ subscription
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Garmin Connect a good Runna alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Platforms
    Mobile and web
    Checked Nov 8, 2026connect.garmin.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Training plans
    Garmin Coach adaptive workouts
    Checked Nov 8, 2026connect.garmin.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Challenges
    Step and distance challenges with friends
    Checked Nov 8, 2026connect.garmin.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Device requirement
    Works with Garmin devices
    Checked Nov 8, 2026connect.garmin.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. ASICS Runkeeper logo

    3. ASICS Runkeeper

    Best for: New and casual runners who want guided workouts and a plan towards a first race

    Free plan + paidiOS, Android

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Runna

    Free GPS tracking with basic training plans, at a lower cost.

    Pros

    • Audio-guided workouts from coaches, good for beginners
    • Training plans from 5K to marathon
    • Free basic GPS tracking

    Cons

    • Training plans and live tracking need Runkeeper Go
    • Focused on running; weak for cycling and other sports
    • Much smaller community than Strava
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is ASICS Runkeeper a good Runna alternative?

    Verified facts

    6 of 6 verified
    Owner
    ASICS
    Checked Nov 8, 2026runkeeper.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Training plans
    5K to full marathon
    Checked Nov 8, 2026runkeeper.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Paid membership
    Runkeeper Go
    Checked Nov 8, 2026runkeeper.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Guided workouts
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026runkeeper.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $11.99 a month or $39.99 a year (Runkeeper Go)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026runkeeper.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, Basic tracking and stats
    Checked Nov 8, 2026runkeeper.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Peloton App logo

    4. Peloton App

    Best for: People who want instructor-led classes at home or the gym without buying Peloton hardware

    PaidiOS, Android, Web

    57.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Runna

    Guided runs and classes across running, strength and cycling in one subscription.

    Pros

    • Huge class library across 15+ workout types
    • Cardio classes work with any bike, treadmill or rower
    • Strong instructors and community features keep people motivated

    Cons

    • No free tier once the trial ends
    • Cheaper tier limits equipment cardio classes to three a month
    • Peloton hardware owners need a separate, pricier membership
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Peloton App a good Runna alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free trial
    30 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026onepeloton.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Workout types
    15+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026onepeloton.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Instructors
    55+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026onepeloton.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Equipment
    Works with any bike, treadmill or rower
    Checked Nov 8, 2026onepeloton.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Plans
    App One and App+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026onepeloton.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. adidas Running logo

    5. adidas Running

    Best for: Casual runners who want a free GPS tracker with challenges and beginner plans

    Free plan + paidiOS, Android

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Runna

    Free GPS tracking with ready-made plans from beginner 5K to marathon.

    Pros

    • Free GPS tracking with voice coach
    • Plans from walk-to-run up to a first marathon
    • Challenges, leaderboards and events add motivation

    Cons

    • Premium can only be bought in the app
    • Less detailed analysis than Strava or Garmin Connect
    • Website offers little beyond pointing to the app
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is adidas Running a good Runna alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Features
    Voice coach, GPS tracking, leaderboard
    Checked Nov 8, 2026runtastic.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Training plans
    Beginner 5K to first marathon
    Checked Nov 8, 2026runtastic.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium purchase
    In-app only
    Checked Nov 8, 2026runtastic.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Challenges
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026runtastic.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. Nike Run Club logo

    6. Nike Run Club

    Best for: Beginner and casual runners who want free coaching through audio-guided runs and training plans

    FreeiOS, Android

    55.9

    score / 100

    Why switch from Runna

    Free guided runs and training plans, without a subscription.

    Pros

    • Large library of free audio-guided runs from Nike coaches
    • Training plans and challenges at no cost
    • Live run location sharing with contacts
    • Apple Watch support

    Cons

    • Focused on running; other sports are not its strength
    • Less detailed training analysis than Strava or Garmin Connect
    • Requires a Nike account
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.357
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Nike Run Club a good Runna alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Tracked metrics
    Pace, distance, elevation, heart rate, splits
    Checked Nov 8, 2026nike.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Audio-guided runs
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026nike.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Live location sharing
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026nike.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Smartwatch
    Apple Watch
    Checked Nov 8, 2026nike.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Runna alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Strava logo

Best Runna alternative for most people

Strava

Social tracking and segments for runners who care more about logging and community than a plan.

Nike Run Club logo

Best Runna alternative for a free option

Nike Run Club

Free guided runs and training plans, without a subscription.

Garmin Connect logo

Best Runna alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Garmin Connect

Free adaptive training plans if you already own a Garmin watch.

ASICS Runkeeper logo

Best Runna alternative for iPhone and Android

ASICS Runkeeper

Free GPS tracking with basic training plans, at a lower cost.

Peloton App logo

Best Runna alternative for working in the browser

Peloton App

Guided runs and classes across running, strength and cycling in one subscription.

Runna alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Runna?

Strava ranks first right now. Social tracking and segments for runners who care more about logging and community than a plan. Garmin Connect and ASICS Runkeeper follow it in our ranking.

Runna vs Strava: what's the difference?

Runna is a paid product; Strava is free with paid plans. Only Strava runs on Web.

Is Runna free?

Runna is a paid product. Starting price: $119.99 a year ($9.99 a month); Free trial: 7 days; Monthly plan: $19.99 a month. Checked on Runna's own site, November 2026.

Is there a free alternative to Runna?

Yes. Strava (free plan + paid), Garmin Connect (free plan + paid), ASICS Runkeeper (free plan + paid) and adidas Running (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Runna?

None of the 6 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Runna?

The complaints we hear most: subscription only after a one-week trial; monthly plan only shows the month you've paid for; focused on running; little use for cycling or gym training.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Runna, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.