ASICS Runkeeper

ASICS Runkeeper is a GPS activity tracker for running, walking, biking and indoor workouts. It suits people who want workout logs and progress tools, with optional race plans, coaching and live sharing. Its free Basic plan covers everyday tracking; Go adds structured training, while Android users miss coaching and target pace.

Overview

Runkeeper records distance, duration, pace or speed, calories and route maps using a phone’s GPS. Users can choose running, walking or biking, or switch to Indoor Mode. Activities sync to Runkeeper.com, where a web history and progress tools make it easier to review workouts beyond the phone.

That combination makes Runkeeper a practical choice for individual activity logging, especially for runners who want a path from basic tracking to guided race preparation. Its focus is narrower than a coaching platform: coach tools are absent, and the Android app lacks two Go features.

Key features

• Tracking and progress: Basic includes activity logging, basic stats, Progress Insights, workout comparisons and prescribed workouts. Those tools offer a useful record without requiring a subscription; Go’s in-depth reports and goal insights are for users who want deeper analysis.
• Training and audio coaching: Go adds personalized race training plans, scheduled Running For Exercise workouts and audio Guided Workouts in English and Japanese. Adaptive programming supports changing training, but Android users cannot access coaching or target pace.
• Live Tracking: Go streams GPS-tracked activities on Runkeeper.com for others to follow in real time. That is a concrete benefit for runners who want to share an outing as it happens; it is not part of Basic.
• Wearables and health data: Supported devices include Apple Watch for iPhone users (Series 3 and above), Garmin, Fitbit, Coros, Suunto, Polar and Amazfit. iPhone users can import activities from Apple Health and separately control whether Runkeeper syncs activities back to it.
• Integrations and privacy: Users can enable or disable access for connected third-party apps; apps absent from Runkeeper’s list must be connected through the third party if supported. Controls cover who can see activities and maps. Runkeeper’s community guidance recommends limiting map visibility to yourself or friends for safety.

Pricing

Runkeeper is freemium, with Basic at free (billed $0 / Month) and Runkeeper Go at $11.99 a month (billed $11.99 USD / Month).

• Basic: Includes tracking and logging, basic stats, Progress Insights, workout comparisons and prescribed workouts. It is the sensible starting point for people who mainly want a free activity history, but it omits Go’s training plans, in-depth insights and Live Tracking.
• Runkeeper Go: Adds training plans, in-depth insights and Live Tracking. It fits runners who want structured preparation or real-time sharing, though Android users should weigh the loss of coaching and target pace before paying.

Platforms

Runkeeper is available on Android, iOS and the web. Activity tracking uses phone GPS, and the web experience provides synced activity history. Wearable support extends tracking options, with Apple Watch compatibility limited to iPhone users and Series 3 or later.

Runkeeper says it uses location to track workouts and has security measures to protect user information. It does not identify a compliance certification. For assistance, its help pages direct users to [email protected].

Who it's for

Choose Runkeeper if you want to log outdoor or indoor activity, review workouts on the web and keep a free plan available for regular tracking. Go is a better fit for runners seeking race plans, guided workouts or live activity sharing. It is less compelling for Android runners who specifically want app-based coaching or target-pace guidance, and for people seeking dedicated coach tools.

Pros and cons

Pros

• Useful free foundation: Basic combines GPS logs, workout comparisons and progress insights at no monthly cost.
• More than outdoor running: Walking, biking and Indoor Mode broaden its use beyond road runs.
• Choice of review and sharing tools: Web history, wearable integrations and Go Live Tracking support different ways to follow activity.
• Privacy controls: Users can manage activity and map visibility and control third-party access.

Cons

• Android feature gap: Coaching and target pace are unavailable, limiting Go for Android users who need those tools.
• Key training features require Go: Personalized plans, in-depth insights and Live Tracking are not included in Basic.
• Third-party setup can vary: Apps outside Runkeeper’s integration list must be connected through the third party if supported.

Alternatives

Browse fitness workout tracking software for more options. Choose TrainingPeaks instead if you want a fitness platform with a free Basic athlete account and a paid Premium athlete plan at $19.95 a month; its listed platform support also includes macOS and Windows.

Garmin Connect is worth considering if you want a free activity platform with a paid option at $6.99 a month. For strength training, Hevy has a free plan capped at four routines, seven custom exercises and three months of graph history, while its PRO Monthly plan is $2.99 a month.

JEFIT offers a free plan with custom routines, exercise logging and a library of over 1,400 exercises with guided instructions. For trainer-focused client management, My PT Hub has no free plan despite a plan named Free at no cost; its Starter option is $22.50 a month, billed annually and paid monthly, for 3 clients, 50 workouts and 50 nutrition plans.

ABC Trainerize provides a free Basic plan with one coaching client and a Grow plan at $9 a month. Alpha Progression suits lifters who want a free plan for workout logging and exercise videos, but its free tier lacks a plan generator, recommendations and charts. FitSW is another option for trainers seeking program creation and client progress tracking, with a Premium for Trainers plan at $16.66 a month and selectable client limits from 5 to 1000.

Verdict

Runkeeper is a strong fit for people who want straightforward GPS logging across several activities, a web-based history and a free starting plan. Go is worth considering for runners who will use its plans, insights or Live Tracking. Look elsewhere if you need Android coaching and target pace, or a platform centered on coach tools rather than personal activity tracking.