#3in Running TrainingC25K® 5K Running Coach & Map
- iPhone
- iPad
- Apple Watch
What is C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map?
C25K is a running training app in the Health & Fitness genre that follows the Couch to 5K program, alternating short bursts of walking and running. The listing describes an audio coach, alerts, a map of the run at the end of a workout, and Health app integration. An optional Zen Unlimited Pass is offered for additional features.
Pricing. C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map is free to download, with in-app purchases on the App Store.
Good for
- Beginners starting to run from a sedentary baseline
- Working toward finishing a first 5K over 8 weeks
- Indoor treadmill runners who want iPad integration
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Why this app is in S tier
C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map scores 97 out of 100: rating 95, rating count 93, App Store search rank 99, update recency 100. The four parts are averaged with no weights, and S tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.
Description
■ The OFFICIAL C25K® (Couch to 5K) program with millions of success stories! ■ Official partners and featured on FITBIT and SAMSUNG smart watches! ■ Featured on The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, The Guardian, The Huffington Post, Men's Fitness, Forbes, Mashable, Glamour Magazine, Popsugar Fitness, CBS News, NBC News, Macworld, Cosmopolitan, The Verge, Lifehacker, WebMD and many more! "C25K is easy to use, as you would hope for a beginner app." - New York Times "Daily programs that alternate between short bursts of walking and running until you're ready to go the distance." - Forbes "One of the highest-rated health and fitness apps... A modest, realistic workout schedule." - Men's Fitness Our community is our priority. Questions? Comments? Suggestions? See why our community has made us the #1 5K training app. contactus@zenlabsfitness.com ≈ Real-Life Inspirational Transformations ≈ ◎ Over 185,000 Likes and 1500 Success Photos at facebook.com/c25kfree ◎ Our community inspires one another (and inspires us!) everyday. Hear their amazing stories. "In this last year I have lost 97 lbs, gotten off insulin and 9 other medications, completed the C25K running a
Compare in Running Training
| Measure | C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map |  Nike Run Club |  Map My Run GPS Running Tracker |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier | S | S | S |
| Score | 97 / 100 | 98 / 100 | 97 / 100 |
| Rating | 4.8 ★ | 4.8 ★ | 4.8 ★ |
| Ratings | 171K | 420K | 756K |
| Latest ratings · 180d | 3.9 ★ · 20 reviews | 4.2 ★ · 20 reviews | 4.3 ★ · 20 reviews |
| Last update | 20d ago | 50d ago | 1d ago |
| Price | Free + IAP | Free | Free + IAP |
Alternatives
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5K RunnerFree + IAP · ★ 4.9S- Nike Run ClubFree · ★ 4.8S
- Map My Run GPS Running TrackerFree + IAP · ★ 4.8S
Where else it ranks
Questions about C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map
Is the program designed for complete beginners?
The program was designed for inexperienced runners who are just beginning. It describes 30 minutes a day, 3 days a week, over 8 weeks, starting with a mix of running and walking.
What features are included?
Features listed include an audio coach and alerts, a run map at the end of a workout, light and dark modes, Health app integration, iPad integration for indoor treadmills, and access to community forums.
What does the Zen Unlimited Pass add?
It unlocks pro features across Zen Labs Fitness apps, including calories, distance, Apple Watch integration, and music from DJs. Pricing for the pass is not stated on the App Store.
Is C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map free?
C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map is free to download, with in-app purchases.
What is C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map good for?
C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map is built for beginners starting to run from a sedentary baseline, working toward finishing a first 5K over 8 weeks, indoor treadmill runners who want iPad integration. It sits in the running training list on AppTierList.
Is C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map worth it?
C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map is S tier, ranked #3 of 18 running training apps with a score of 97 out of 100, from a 4.8 App Store rating across 171,468 ratings. It is in the list's top tiers; 2 apps rank above it.
How does C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map compare to Nike Run Club?
C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map is S tier at 97; Nike Run Club is S tier at 98. Nike Run Club ranks higher. C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map is free to download, with in-app purchases, Nike Run Club is free, with no in-app purchases.
How often is C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map updated?
C25K® 5K Running Coach & Map was updated 20 days ago, which counts in its favour.
All the facts
- Lists
- Running Training (S tier, #3) · Running (S tier, #6)
- Tier
- S (Best in class)
- Score
- 97 / 100
- Rank in list
- #3 of 18
- Ranking certainty
- settled
- Price
- Free + IAP
- App Store rating
- 4.8 out of 5
- Number of ratings
- 171,468
- Recent reviews
- 3.9 from 20 in the last 180 days
- Current version
- (20 days ago)
- App Store data read
- App Store category
- Health & Fitness
- Good for
- Beginners starting to run from a sedentary baseline, Working toward finishing a first 5K over 8 weeks, Indoor treadmill runners who want iPad integration
- Requires
- iOS 15.0 or later
- Size
- 329 MB
- Age rating
- 4+
- Languages
- 1
- Runs on
- iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
- Developer pages
- Website · Support · Privacy policy
- Maker
- unclaimed
- As data
- JSON · why it ranks here
App Store data read · reviews · ranking · how it is computed