Map My Run review

Map My Run, now published by Outside, is a full-featured GPS tracker with a long history. It records distance, pace, elevation and calories outdoors, uses step counting and cadence for treadmill runs, and gives real-time audio feedback on pace and heart rate. You can save routes and discover new places to run nearby or while traveling, and it tracks 600+ activities beyond running. Training plans cover 5K, 10K, half and full marathon, and Garmin users get Form Coaching tips. It syncs with Garmin, Apple Watch and Apple Health. The MVP upgrade adds Live Tracking and premium tools. The US App Store lists several MVP prices, from $6.99 a month and annual options from $29.99, so check the offer shown in the app before you pay. It covers a lot, but Strava has the larger community and Nike Run Club gives plans away free.

Who it is for

runners who want route mapping and treadmill tracking in one app

Price

Free app; MVP from $6.99 a month on the US App Store, with annual MVP options listed from $29.99.

MVP Monthly Subscription $6.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 11, 2026.

Key features

• GPS tracking of distance, pace, elevation and calories
• Tracks 600+ activities and treadmill runs with cadence
• Real-time audio feedback on distance, duration, pace and heart rate
• Adaptive training plans for 5K, 10K, half and full marathon
• Live Tracking so friends can follow a run

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Saves routes and finds new places to run nearby or while traveling
• Strength: Form Coaching tips for Garmin users
• Strength: Syncs with Garmin, Apple Watch and Apple Health
• Weakness: The App Store lists many MVP price points, so the price you see may vary
• Weakness: Live Tracking and premium tools need MVP
• Weakness: Community is smaller than Strava's

Key facts

• Free plan: Yes
• MVP: From $6.99/mo (US App Store)
• Activities: 600+
• Publisher: Outside

Where it ranks

Map My Run is No. 10 in our Best Running Apps verdict.