NHS Couch to 5K

Name: NHS Couch to 5K
Rating: 4.909091 (68845 reviews)
Author: Department of Health and Social Care (Digital)

By: Department of Health and Social Care (Digital) App

Start running in collaboration with the BBC

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

3,006,422 ▲ 5.48K

Data as of 2026-07-17

Rating:

4.91 +78

(68,845)

Version:

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Last updated: 2026-05-15

Ranking

#34,008 ▼ 68

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Start on your NHS Couch to 5K journey with the Official NHS App, in Partnership with the BBC. This beginner-friendly program guides you through a flexible 9-week plan, with a countdown timer, music integration, and motivational cues to support your growth and wellbeing.

Join millions who have started their running journey with expert guidance and a supportive community, celebrating milestones with graduation features and access to Beyond Couch to 5K as you build healthier habits and confidence.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Sports Education

By:

Department of Health and Social Care (Digital)

Downloads:

3,006,422 5.48K

Rating:

4.91

(68,845) 78 new ratings

Version:

0 Last updated: 2026-05-15

Publisher country:

Email:

di*****@dhsc.gov.uk

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-17

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 34,008 ▼ 68

Other platforms

NHS Couch to 5K (v10.2.0)

4.80

(398,438)

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Developed by:

Department of Health and Social Care (Digital)

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.phe.couchto5K

Email:

di*****@dhsc.gov.uk

Website:

https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/get-active/

User Reviews

Users praise NHS Couch to 5K for effectively helping beginners build running fitness with motivational coaching and no ads. The app supports listening to music and offers multiple coach voices. However, several users face issues like timer pauses due to battery optimizations, occasional freezing, and device security errors on specific phones. Some desire a distance tracker and better control over coach voiceovers. Despite minor usability and customization complaints, the app is highly recommended for newcomers aiming to improve running ability gradually.

Pros

Effective for beginners to gradually build running ability from no fitness to running 5K non-stop.
Motivational and well-structured program with professional coaching voices.
No ads and free to use, providing a distraction-free environment.
Allows users to listen to their own music or podcasts alongside the coaching voice with audio ducking.
Includes optional features like warm-up exercises and choice of coaches to personalize experience.

Cons

Issues with app timer resetting or pausing unexpectedly during runs, often related to battery optimization settings on devices.
Occasional app freezing or long loading times, particularly on older devices or specific run days.
Some users report device security or rooted device detection errors, blocking app use on certain phones or custom firmware.
Limited customizability for workout adjustments and inability to disable or reduce coach voiceover chatter.
No built-in distance tracking feature requested by users to monitor run length in miles/kilometers.

Recent reviews

On week 3, I started my weight loss journey January 8th 2024, lost 5.5stone by January 2025, then started this on the eve of 1 year.. I'm doing it to shift the next 2.5 stone, and on week 3 I can feel the want in me to keep going, and this app has really really helped me. I think if you've gone from nothing to doing this, repeat the first 2 weeks a few times. by week 3 you'll be ready for the 3min run. it's tough going also get some good trainers, spend some money on them. IMHO. good luck!

Ma*****, 2025-02-02

This app was priceless in improving my fitness. From not being able to run for more than a minute to running 5k non stop, losing weight and feeling great. I am so grateful. Yasmin was my coach and she did a great job. This has changed my life for the better. Thank you