# Start 2 Run

> The running app for beginners and advanced runners

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/be.energylab.start2run](https://chrome-stats.com/d/be.energylab.start2run)

## Overview

- **ID:** `be.energylab.start2run`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** ENERGY NV
- **Category:** HEALTH\_AND\_FITNESS
- **Downloads:** 491,862
- **Rating:** 4.38 / 5 (5,990 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.25.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-15
- **First published:** 2013-10-01
- **Publisher country:** BE
- **Size:** 52 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-18
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=be.energylab.start2run)
- **Website:** [https://www.start2run.app](https://www.start2run.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.start2run.app/privacy-policy/](https://www.start2run.app/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Start 2 Run is the perfect running app for both beginners and advanced runners aiming to reach their personal fitness goals. With over 25 customized training plans developed by experienced coaches, it ensures gradual and responsible progression to minimize injury risk. Whether preparing for a 5K or a marathon, runners receive personal coaching with motivational tips, posture advice, and nutritional guidance.

The app features heart rate monitoring by syncing with your device to optimize training, provides detailed post-training analysis reports, and boasts user-friendly design for seamless navigation. Additionally, Start 2 Run supports Apple Watch integration, allowing you to track workouts directly from your wrist. Join nearly one million runners worldwide and start your free one-week trial today!

## Rankings

- #101,186 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `be.energylab.start2run.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Start 2 Run is praised for its motivating and clear beginner running programs with a helpful voice coach. However, many users report app crashes causing session restarts, GPS accuracy problems, and unexpected changes to subscription access for previously purchased programs. Some also note premature audio prompts and miss in-app music features. The app works well mainly for outdoor use but has usability and functionality issues that affect the overall experience.

### Pros

- The training programs are motivating and well-structured for beginners to restart running.
- The app offers clear and interactive coaching with a good voice coach.
- Easy to use and helps users maintain a running routine after breaks.
- The app is especially good for outdoor running sessions.

### Cons

- Frequent app crashes during sessions, causing loss of progress and frustration.
- GPS tracking issues leading to inaccurate distance measurement and session failures.
- Subscription model changes have led to loss of access to previously purchased programs, upsetting existing users.
- Audio prompts sometimes announce session completions prematurely, causing confusion.
- Lack of music integration within the app, which was present in previous versions, disappointing some users.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/be.energylab.start2run)