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Triathlete confirms the knowledge base explains periodization and the battery; no external references.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "adaptation": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://www.triathlete.com/gear/tech-wearables/ai-triathlon-training-apps/", "evidence_note": "Two-month hands-on test: adding a race re-plans the schedule and intensity is compared after each workout, but no RPE/difficulty input is asked. Vendor documents recovery-battery feedback, pause/illness recalculation and daily time changes; no HRV/sleep inputs.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "workout_feedback": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://www.triathlete.com/gear/tech-wearables/ai-triathlon-training-apps/", "evidence_note": "Sessions are fully specified with zones and HR targets and pushed to Garmin, Wahoo and Zwift; the analysis page compares planned vs actual zone time and detects intervals, but hands-on reviewers found no written feedback on what a session meant.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "coaching_relationship": { "score": 2, "evidence_url": "https://www.2peak.com/pricing", "evidence_note": "No chat; the Unlimited tier includes one written coach question per month and an AI Coach that only describes each workout. 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The AI coach analyses an activity on request and each activity page shows a DFA alpha 1 threshold estimate, but no automatic per-session debrief is documented.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "coaching_relationship": { "score": 4, "evidence_url": "https://forum.intervals.icu/t/ai-endurance-intervals-icu-integration/79042?page=8", "evidence_note": "Chat can analyse workouts, create and reschedule sessions and set zones; intervals.icu users used it to generate swim workouts and set running zones, one noting it 'adds a layer of complexity'. Memory does not persist into plan settings (vendor FAQ). Not reported to initiate check-ins.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "transparency": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://aiendurance.com/faq", "evidence_note": "FAQ documents how readiness, zones and plan suggestions are derived and the app shows predicted gain of the plan up front; the coach explains individual sessions on request. An intervals.icu tester found the model 'closed off and static' and predictions hard to interpret.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "value": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://aiendurance.com/pricing", "evidence_note": "Single plan at EUR 18/mo or EUR 180/yr with all features and a 14-day no-card trial; mid-market with no independent reviewer assessment of value found.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "athlete_sentiment": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://forum.intervals.icu/t/ai-endurance-intervals-icu-integration/79042?page=8", "evidence_note": "Mixed-positive: intervals.icu thread users report training improvements alongside sync bugs and readiness quirks; App Store 4.2/5 from 24 ratings with positive adaptive-plan reviews and one complaint of an unsafe session after a break.", "checked": "2026-10-13" } }, "sources": [ { "url": "https://aiendurance.com/product", "title": "AI Endurance product", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://aiendurance.com/faq", "title": "AI Endurance FAQ", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://aiendurance.com/about", "title": "AI Endurance about", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://aiendurance.com/pricing", "title": "AI Endurance pricing", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id6714485075", "title": "AI Endurance (App Store)", "kind": "appstore", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://forum.intervals.icu/t/ai-endurance-intervals-icu-integration/79042", "title": "intervals.icu forum: AI Endurance / Intervals.icu Integration", "kind": "forum", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://runningmagazine.ca/?p=75616", "title": "Canadian Running: Optimizing your training with artificial intelligence (founder profile, 2020)", "kind": "review", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://aiendurance.com/", "title": "AI Endurance homepage", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" } ], "last_reviewed": "2026-10-13" }, { "slug": "athletica", "name": "Athletica", "website": "https://athletica.ai", "tagline": "Adaptive endurance training plans with a conversational AI coach for running, cycling, triathlon and other sports.", "description": "Athletica builds a plan from a baseline test and training history and recalculates it as fitness, fatigue and schedule change, using a Banister impulse-response model and critical-power-based zones. 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A March 2026 vendor-forum thread (t/4829) is split: some see daily adjustments, one saw none after a missed week.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "workout_feedback": { "score": 4, "evidence_url": "https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/another-ai-training-app-athletica-ai/82882?page=6", "evidence_note": "Workouts push to Garmin by power, HR or pace (a run 'worked perfectly' on a Forerunner; one Z2 bike power target was 'way off'); a user says the generated analysis 'picks up on all sorts of things and makes impressively relevant comments'. 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vendor-stated only, no independent confirmation.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "adaptation": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://trainerroad.com/forum/t/fascat-coaching-coachcat-workout-analysis-ai-coaching/91431?page=2", "evidence_note": "Vendor documents chat-requested revisions and a morning recovery read from sleep/HRV; TrainerRoad forum users (2024) confirm revisions work but report a trial plan that ignored the event date and no taper.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "workout_feedback": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://trainerroad.com/forum/t/fascat-coaching-coachcat-workout-analysis-ai-coaching/91431?page=2", "evidence_note": "Workouts push with power targets to Zwift/Rouvy/head units and every ride gets an AI analysis; TrainerRoad forum users (2024) found the feedback overly positive and 'more entertaining than helpful', and vendor (Dec 2025) says per-interval analysis is still to come.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "coaching_relationship": { "score": 4, "evidence_url": "https://trainerroad.com/forum/t/fascat-coaching-coachcat-workout-analysis-ai-coaching/91431", "evidence_note": "Chat knows ride data and revises the plan on request, a daily recovery read is produced each morning, and unlimited messaging with FasCat human coaches is included; 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COROS does not offer an in-house adaptive plan; a 2023 'Personalized Marathon Plan' is generated once from training history, and since September 2026 the COROS MCP connector lets a third-party AI (ChatGPT, Claude) read training, sleep and HRV data and create or edit running and cycling plans that sync to the COROS library. Activities sync to Strava, TrainingPeaks, Wahoo, Final Surge and other apps; TrainingPeaks and Final Surge plans can be pulled into the COROS calendar.", "classification": { "sports": { "value": [ "running", "trail", "cycling", "swimming" ], "source": "https://support.coros.com/hc/en-us/articles/4412176269844-COROS-Training-Hub-Manual", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "platforms": { "value": [ "web", "ios", "android" ], "source": "https://www.coros.com/getapp", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "ai_level": { "value": "static", "source": "https://coros.com/us/stories/latest-news/c/november-2023", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "plan_type": { "value": "static", "source": "https://coros.com/us/stories/latest-news/c/november-2023", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "coaching": { "plan_building": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://coros.com/us/stories/latest-news/c/november-2023", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "workout_prescription": { "value": "full", "source": "https://support.coros.com/hc/en-us/articles/360048955151-Creating-and-Using-Training-Plans", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "race_preparation": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://coros.com/us/stories/latest-news/c/november-2023", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "life_adaptation": { "value": "none", "source": "https://support.coros.com/hc/en-us/articles/360048955151-Creating-and-Using-Training-Plans", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "fatigue_adaptation": { "value": "none", "source": "https://support.coros.com/hc/en-us/articles/4412802807444-EvoLab", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "injury_illness": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "post_workout_feedback": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://support.coros.com/hc/en-us/articles/4412802807444-EvoLab", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "conversation": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://support.coros.com/hc/en-us/articles/50841795180948-Connect-Your-COROS-to-AI", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "accountability": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "human_coach": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://www.coros.com/traininghub", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "strength_mobility": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://coros.com/us/stories/latest-news/c/november-2023", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "nutrition_fueling": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "multisport": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null } }, "pricing": { "model": { "value": "bundled", "source": "https://www.coros.com/traininghub", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "monthly": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "annual": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "currency": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "free_tier": { "value": "full", "source": "https://www.coros.com/traininghub", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "trial_days": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "tiers": [] }, "languages": { "value": [ "en", "cs", "fr", "de", "id", "it", "ja", "ko", "pl", "pt", "ru", "zh", "es", "th", "vi" ], "source": "https://apps.apple.com/app/id1277625343", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "company": { "value": "COROS Wearables, Inc.", "source": "https://www.coros.com/contact", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "country": { "value": "US", "source": "https://www.coros.com/contact", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "founded": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null } }, "partners": [ { "partner": "coros", "direction": "both", "wellness": true, "source": "https://support.coros.com/hc/en-us/articles/50841795180948-Connect-Your-COROS-to-AI", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": "Own watch: workouts and plans sync to the watch; workouts, sleep and HRV are read (also exposed via the MCP connector)." }, { "partner": "strava", "direction": "reads_activities", "wellness": null, "source": "https://support.coros.com/hc/en-us/articles/30913889113492-Connecting-Strava-with-COROS", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": "Direction is COROS-to-Strava for activities (plus training load notes); starred Strava routes and segments sync into COROS." }, { "partner": "trainingpeaks", "direction": "both", "wellness": null, "source": "https://support.coros.com/hc/en-us/articles/360052332691", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": "TrainingPeaks structured workouts (next 7 days) load into the COROS calendar and watch; activities, RHR, HRV and sleep upload to TrainingPeaks." }, { "partner": "wahoo_elemnt", "direction": "both", "wellness": null, "source": "https://support.coros.com/hc/en-us/articles/360040256531-Supported-3rd-Party-Apps", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": "Named only as 'Wahoo' (two-way data sync); ELEMNT not named." } ], "scores": { "plan_quality": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://the5krunner.com/2021/12/07/coros-training-hub-update", "evidence_note": "Threshold-based HR/pace zones, VO2 max, training load, base fitness, training status and recovery timer are documented (EvoLab) and plans carry base/peak/race phases; 2021 reviewer found the hub competent but not innovative. No independent check of plan quality.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "adaptation": { "score": 2, "evidence_url": "https://www.active.com/running/articles/coros-ai-training-data-analysis", "evidence_note": "Sep 2026 report: COROS has no adaptive or AI-generated plans yet; library plans are fixed, with sessions scaled by EvoLab zones. Since Sep 21 2026 an external AI can edit the plan on request via MCP (vendor), not automatically.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "workout_feedback": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://support.coros.com/hc/en-us/articles/4412802807444-EvoLab", "evidence_note": "Vendor: structured workouts with threshold-zone targets guide each step on the watch; every activity gets a training load score, aerobic/anaerobic training effect and a training-focus label. Nothing relates a session to the plan's intent; vendor evidence only.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "coaching_relationship": { "score": 2, "evidence_url": "https://the5krunner.com/2026/05/13/coros-mcp-ai-data/", "evidence_note": "No in-product coach or chat. An external AI (ChatGPT, Claude) can read COROS data and, since Sep 2026, create or edit plans through the official MCP connector, confirmed in an independent write-up; it needs a separate paid AI subscription and nothing is initiated by COROS.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "transparency": { "score": 2, "evidence_url": "https://support.coros.com/hc/en-us/articles/4412176269844-COROS-Training-Hub-Manual", "evidence_note": "EvoLab metrics and zone systems are documented, but library plans are not explained per session and the5krunner notes raw data behind the metrics is withheld.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "value": { "score": 4, "evidence_url": "https://trailrunningspain.com/2021/12/09/coros-training-hub-review/", "evidence_note": "Free for every COROS watch owner with no subscription; independent reviewers note this. 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a per-session summary or debrief is not documented by the vendor.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "coaching_relationship": { "score": 2, "evidence_url": "https://the5krunner.com/2026/09/28/is-runna-ai/", "evidence_note": "No AI coach chat; the vendor offers in-app messaging to its coaching/support team and app-initiated prompts (realignment, adjustment-ending reminders), which is more than an FAQ bot but not a coach that changes the plan on request.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "transparency": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://support.runna.com/en/articles/10026375-how-to-use-the-plan-realignment-feature", "evidence_note": "Help centre documents how pace targets, realignment options and heat adaptation work and explains the purpose of each option, but the adjustment algorithm is unpublished and individual changes carry no trigger explanation.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "value": { "score": 4, "evidence_url": "https://brightsidesunday.substack.com/p/runna-review-from-serial-quitter", "evidence_note": "USD 119.99/year for the full plan; 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(TechRadar)", "kind": "review", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://www.trustpilot.com/review/runna.com", "title": "Runna on Trustpilot", "kind": "review", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://tech.eu/2025/04/17/strava-boosts-api-developer-community-with-acquisition-of-uk-running-app-runna/", "title": "Strava acquires Runna (tech.eu, Apr 2025)", "kind": "other", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://apps.apple.com/us/app/runna-running-training-plans/id1594204443", "title": "Runna on the App Store", "kind": "appstore", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://www.runna.com/integrations/garmin", "title": "Runna Garmin integration", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://support.runna.com/en/articles/8699553-how-to-use-your-suunto-watch-with-runna", "title": "How to use your Suunto watch with Runna (support)", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://support.runna.com/en/articles/10026375-how-to-use-the-plan-realignment-feature", "title": "How to use the plan realignment feature (support)", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://support.runna.com/en/articles/13531498-how-to-use-not-feeling-100", "title": "How to use Not Feeling 100% (support)", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://support.runna.com/en/articles/15624879-adding-strength-training-to-your-runna-plan", "title": "Adding strength training to your Runna plan (support)", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://the5krunner.com/2026/09/28/is-runna-ai/", "title": "Is Runna AI? How its training plans actually adapt (the5krunner)", "kind": "review", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://the5krunner.com/runna/", "title": "Runna: how Strava's running coach app works (the5krunner)", "kind": "review", "checked": "2026-10-13" } ], "last_reviewed": "2026-10-13" }, { "slug": "spoked", "name": "Spoked", "website": "https://spoked.ai", "tagline": "Android cycling training plans that adjust daily from time in zone, perceived effort, sleep and freshness.", "description": "Spoked generates a cycling training plan around a goal and adjusts it daily from five inputs: actual versus planned time in each zone, perceived difficulty, sleep quality, and mental and physical freshness. Sessions can be moved and the plan re-flows. A free Starter tier exists, with paid Pro and Base tiers and a 30-day Pro trial. At the time of checking, the vendor website did not respond and the App Store listing (id1567418935) returned 404; classification facts are taken from the Google Play listing, which was last updated in June 2026 and names no device integrations.", "classification": { "sports": { "value": [ "cycling" ], "source": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "platforms": { "value": [ "android" ], "source": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "ai_level": { "value": "rule_based", "source": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "plan_type": { "value": "adaptive", "source": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "coaching": { "plan_building": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "workout_prescription": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "race_preparation": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "life_adaptation": { "value": "full", "source": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "fatigue_adaptation": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "injury_illness": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "post_workout_feedback": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "conversation": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "accountability": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "human_coach": { "value": "none", "source": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "strength_mobility": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "nutrition_fueling": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "multisport": { "value": "none", "source": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "checked": "2026-10-13" } }, "pricing": { "model": { "value": "freemium", "source": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "monthly": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "annual": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "currency": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "free_tier": { "value": "limited", "source": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "trial_days": { "value": 30, "source": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "tiers": [] }, "languages": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "company": { "value": "Coaching Intelligence Systems Ltd", "source": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "country": { "value": "GB", "source": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "founded": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null } }, "partners": [], "scores": { "plan_quality": { "score": 2, "evidence_url": "https://road.cc/content/review/spoked-training-app-298951", "evidence_note": "Individual zones (time-in-zone targets) and a published science explainer, but no stated periodization model and the reviewer found no way to analyse training.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "adaptation": { "score": 4, "evidence_url": "https://road.cc/content/review/spoked-training-app-298951", "evidence_note": "road.cc hands-on review confirms the plan adjusts from RPE and daily self-reported readiness stats and can change upcoming sessions after a ride; Play listing adds sleep and freshness inputs. No HRV or device wellness data.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "workout_feedback": { "score": 2, "evidence_url": "https://road.cc/content/review/spoked-training-app-298951", "evidence_note": "road.cc hands-on: rides are structured with time-in-zone targets, but post-ride analysis is 'insufficient'; the only after-session output is a training rating of how closely the plan was followed.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "coaching_relationship": { "score": 1, "evidence_url": "https://road.cc/content/review/spoked-training-app-298951", "evidence_note": "Reviewer reports no conversational coaching; the only feedback channel is a 1-10 RPE input after each session.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "transparency": { "score": 2, "evidence_url": "https://road.cc/content/review/spoked-training-app-298951", "evidence_note": "Vendor publishes a science explainer the reviewer found informative, but there is no per-ride analysis and no documented per-change reasoning.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "value": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://road.cc/content/review/spoked-training-app-298951", "evidence_note": "Pro tier tested at GBP 9.99/month with a free Starter tier; reviewer scored value 5/10, 'a fraction of the cost of a coach' but 'you are getting less'.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "athlete_sentiment": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "evidence_note": "Google Play 3.4/5 from 35 ratings, polarised (20 five-star, 13 one-star); road.cc review 6/10. Praise for founder support and Discord community; complaints about goals and trial activation.", "checked": "2026-10-13" } }, "sources": [ { "url": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.spoked.spokedapp&hl=en", "title": "Spoked: AI Cycling Coach - Google Play", "kind": "appstore", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://road.cc/content/review/spoked-training-app-298951", "title": "road.cc: Spoked training app review (Jan 2023)", "kind": "review", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://insider.fitt.co/startup-qa-spoked-founder-richard-lang/", "title": "Fitt Insider: Startup Q&A with Spoked founder Richard Lang (Jan 2022)", "kind": "other", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://www.endurancesportswire.com/spoked-makes-it-simple-for-every-cyclist-to-train-smarter/", "title": "Endurance Sportswire press release: Spoked (2022)", "kind": "other", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://forum.slowtwitch.com/t/ai-cycling-apps-e-g-humango-vs-spoked/1290051", "title": "Slowtwitch: AI cycling apps (HumanGO vs Spoked), Jun 2025 - no Spoked user reports", "kind": "forum", "checked": "2026-10-13" } ], "last_reviewed": "2026-10-13" }, { "slug": "trainasone", "name": "TrainAsONE", "website": "https://trainasone.com", "tagline": "Running plans from a machine-learning model that recalculates the whole plan after each run, with a free tier and Garmin sync.", "description": "TrainAsONE builds running plans from 5K to ultramarathon and recalculates the full plan after each synced run, missed session or illness, using per-second heart-rate and pace data; it does not use HRV. It reads activities from Garmin, Apple Watch, Coros, Suunto, Polar, Stryd and Strava and pushes workouts to the Garmin training calendar. A free tier includes a 7-day detailed plan; Premium costs GBP 9.99/month or 99/year after a 21-day trial. The vendor is Anticipatory Health Limited, trading as TrainAsONE.", "classification": { "sports": { "value": [ "running" ], "source": "https://trainasone.com", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "platforms": { "value": [ "ios", "android", "web" ], "source": "https://trainasone.com", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "ai_level": { "value": "model_based", "source": "https://trainasone.com/how-it-works", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "plan_type": { "value": "adaptive", "source": "https://trainasone.com/how-it-works", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "coaching": { "plan_building": { "value": "full", "source": "https://trainasone.com/features", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "workout_prescription": { "value": "full", "source": "https://trainasone.com/features", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "race_preparation": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://trainasone.com/faqs/2022/do-trainasone-plans-incorporate-a-taper", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "life_adaptation": { "value": "full", "source": "https://trainasone.com/faqs/2023/i-cannot-run-my-workout-today-what-do-i-do", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "fatigue_adaptation": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://trainasone.com/how-it-works", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "injury_illness": { "value": "full", "source": "https://trainasone.com/features", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "post_workout_feedback": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://trainasone.com/faqs/2023/what-analysis-does-trainasone-perform-on-my-runs", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "conversation": { "value": "none", "source": "https://trainasone.com/faqs/2022/i-have-a-training-related-question-how-do-i-get-help", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "accountability": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "human_coach": { "value": "none", "source": "https://trainasone.com/how-it-works", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "strength_mobility": { "value": "none", "source": "https://trainasone.com/features", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "nutrition_fueling": { "value": "none", "source": "https://trainasone.com/features", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "multisport": { "value": "none", "source": "https://trainasone.com/faqs/2023/can-i-use-trainasone-to-train-for-a-triathlon", "checked": "2026-10-13" } }, "pricing": { "model": { "value": "freemium", "source": "https://trainasone.com/pricing", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "monthly": { "value": 9.99, "source": "https://trainasone.com/pricing", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "annual": { "value": 99, "source": "https://trainasone.com/pricing", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "currency": { "value": "GBP", "source": "https://trainasone.com/pricing", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "free_tier": { "value": "limited", "source": "https://trainasone.com/pricing", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "trial_days": { "value": 21, "source": "https://trainasone.com/pricing", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "tiers": [ { "name": "Free", "price": "GBP 0", "includes": "Activity import (Garmin, Strava), 7-day full-detail and 14-day summary plan, single goal, pace-based workouts, basic run analysis, Garmin USB upload.", "source": "https://trainasone.com/pricing", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "name": "Premium", "price": "GBP 9.99/month or 99/year", "includes": "21-day full-detail and 42-day summary plan, multiple goals, heart-rate-based workouts, elevation and weather adjustments, Garmin CIQ app, Fit Scores, advanced analysis, plan customisation, early access to new AI models.", "source": "https://trainasone.com/pricing", "checked": "2026-10-13" } ] }, "languages": { "value": [ "en" ], "source": "https://trainasone.com/faqs/2025/is-trainasone-available-in-other-languages", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "company": { "value": "Anticipatory Health Limited t/a TrainAsONE", "source": "https://trainasone.com/about-us", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "country": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "founded": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null } }, "partners": [ { "partner": "garmin", "direction": "both", "wellness": false, "source": "https://trainasone.com/faqs/2023/starting-a-trainasone-workout-on-a-garmin-watch", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": "Workouts push to the watch (training calendar / CIQ app); HRV is not used by the planner (FAQ)" }, { "partner": "apple_watch", "direction": "reads_activities", "wellness": null, "source": "https://trainasone.com/faqs/2022/apple-watch", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": "No watch app; runs are imported via third-party sync services" }, { "partner": "coros", "direction": "reads_activities", "wellness": null, "source": "https://trainasone.com", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": null }, { "partner": "suunto", "direction": "reads_activities", "wellness": null, "source": "https://trainasone.com", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": null }, { "partner": "polar", "direction": "reads_activities", "wellness": null, "source": "https://trainasone.com", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": null }, { "partner": "strava", "direction": "reads_activities", "wellness": null, "source": "https://trainasone.com", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": null } ], "scores": { "plan_quality": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://trainasone.com/faqs/2022/how-is-trainasone-different-to-the-other-adaptive-training-programmes-on-the-market", "evidence_note": "Vendor describes a machine-learning model on per-second HR response, individualised polarisation and Riegel-based predictions, and critiques the TSB model; no stated periodization model and no independent confirmation.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "adaptation": { "score": 4, "evidence_url": "https://au.trustpilot.com/review/trainasone.com", "evidence_note": "Trustpilot users confirm the next sessions change based on recent runs; vendor documents whole-plan recalculation after missed runs, illness and fatigue signs in HR data, but states HRV is not used.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "workout_feedback": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://trainasone.com/faqs/2023/what-analysis-does-trainasone-perform-on-my-runs", "evidence_note": "Steps carry pace/HR/power targets and run on Garmin; after each run the app derives a workout-adherence score, run classification and physiological load, but the vendor documents no plan-relative debrief and states per-workout reasons are not shown.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "coaching_relationship": { "score": 1, "evidence_url": "https://trainasone.com/faqs/2022/i-have-a-training-related-question-how-do-i-get-help", "evidence_note": "No coach chat; the vendor's only channel is an 'ask a question' form answered within 3 business days, for Premium and trial users only. Features page lists no conversation feature.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "transparency": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://trainasone.com/faqs", "evidence_note": "Public FAQ and glossary document model behaviour (Artemis, plan volatility, non-determinism, why HRV is not used); per-session change reasons are not documented.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "value": { "score": 4, "evidence_url": "https://au.trustpilot.com/review/trainasone.com", "evidence_note": "Free tier includes an adaptive 7-day plan; Premium GBP 9.99/month or 99/year. 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A Trustpilot reviewer (Jan 2025) calls the plans generic and basic; others credit them with PRs.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "adaptation": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=run.vert.app", "evidence_note": "Play reviewers confirm the plan re-flows when races are added; vendor documents request-driven changes (swap workout, easy week, travel). A Trustpilot reviewer (May 2025) could not change plans. No physiological inputs documented.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "workout_feedback": { "score": null, "evidence_url": null, "evidence_note": null, "checked": null }, "coaching_relationship": { "score": 4, "evidence_url": "https://vert.run/vertpro-vs-vertcoaching/", "evidence_note": "Vendor documents a chat coach (Coach Vert Run) that answers questions and changes the plan, plus a human coach: plan review and five messages on VertPro, a dedicated coach with weekly check-ins on VertCoaching. 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Coaching tier (USD 33-45/month) is far below typical human coaching.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "athlete_sentiment": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://www.trustpilot.com/review/vert.run", "evidence_note": "Mixed: Trustpilot 2.9/5 (67 reviews) with cancellation/billing and unresponsive-coach complaints alongside praise; Google Play ~4.0/5 (288 reviews) and App Store 4.4/5 (73) are mostly positive but cite bugs.", "checked": "2026-10-13" } }, "sources": [ { "url": "https://vert.run/frequently-asked-questions/", "title": "Vert.run FAQ", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://vert.run/our-story/", "title": "Vert.run: Our story", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://vert.run/vertpro-vs-vertcoaching/", "title": "Two ways to train with Vert", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://vert.run/ai-webinar/", "title": "Vert.run AI coaching webinar (Nov 2025)", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://apps.apple.com/us/app/vert-trail-ultra-marathon/id1560376613", "title": "Vert: Trail Running Coach (App Store)", "kind": "appstore", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=run.vert.app", "title": "Vert: Trail Running Coach (Google Play)", "kind": "appstore", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://www.trustpilot.com/review/vert.run", "title": "Trustpilot reviews of vert.run", "kind": "review", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://trailia.run/guides/gear/best-trail-running-apps-2026-comparison", "title": "Trailia: Best trail running apps 2026 (competitor comparison)", "kind": "review", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://vert.run/?p=54222", "title": "Vert.run: how the app and AI coaching system work", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" } ], "last_reviewed": "2026-10-13" }, { "slug": "xert", "name": "Xert", "website": "https://www.baronbiosys.com", "tagline": "Power-based cycling training platform that models fitness from every ride and recommends daily workouts or a forecast plan toward a goal.", "description": "Xert derives a three-parameter Fitness Signature (peak power, high-intensity energy, threshold power) from imported ride data and updates it automatically when a ride exceeds the modelled limit. Its Adaptive Training Advisor recommends daily workouts from training load and freshness, and Forecast AI builds a plan toward a target power or event on a date; there is no chat coach and the platform is built around cycling power. It imports rides from Strava, Garmin, Wahoo, Hammerhead, Zwift and Rouvy, sends workouts to Garmin Connect, Wahoo, Zwift, Rouvy and MyWhoosh, and its EBC app (iOS, Android, Karoo) controls smart trainers, with Connect IQ data fields for Garmin. Pricing is USD 14.99 per month or USD 99.95 per year after a 30-day trial.", "classification": { "sports": { "value": [ "cycling" ], "source": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/features/", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "platforms": { "value": [ "web", "ios", "android" ], "source": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/features/", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "ai_level": { "value": "model_based", "source": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/how-it-works/", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "plan_type": { "value": "adaptive", "source": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/how-it-works/", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "coaching": { "plan_building": { "value": "full", "source": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43916863528461-The-Complete-Guide-to-Getting-Started-with-Xert", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "workout_prescription": { "value": "full", "source": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43871047983629-Xert-Garmin-Integration", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "race_preparation": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43916863528461-The-Complete-Guide-to-Getting-Started-with-Xert", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "life_adaptation": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43916863528461-The-Complete-Guide-to-Getting-Started-with-Xert", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "fatigue_adaptation": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43916863528461-The-Complete-Guide-to-Getting-Started-with-Xert", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "injury_illness": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "post_workout_feedback": { "value": "partial", "source": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43865449912205-Integrations-Overview-Data-Flow", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "conversation": { "value": "none", "source": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/features/", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "accountability": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "human_coach": { "value": "none", "source": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/features/", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "strength_mobility": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "nutrition_fueling": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "multisport": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null } }, "pricing": { "model": { "value": "subscription", "source": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/pricing/", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "monthly": { "value": 14.99, "source": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/pricing/", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "annual": { "value": 99.95, "source": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/pricing/", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "currency": { "value": "USD", "source": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/pricing/", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "free_tier": { "value": "trial", "source": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/pricing/", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "trial_days": { "value": 30, "source": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/pricing/", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "tiers": [] }, "languages": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null }, "company": { "value": "Baron Biosystems Ltd.", "source": "https://baronbiosys.com/", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "country": { "value": "CA", "source": "https://baronbiosys.com/", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "founded": { "value": null, "source": null, "checked": null } }, "partners": [ { "partner": "strava", "direction": "reads_activities", "wellness": null, "source": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43865449912205-Integrations-Overview-Data-Flow", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": "Imports history; Xert can optionally push activities with training summaries back to Strava." }, { "partner": "garmin", "direction": "both", "wellness": null, "source": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43871047983629-Xert-Garmin-Integration", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": "Activities from Garmin Connect; 'Send Scheduled Workouts' delivers the workout of the day to Garmin Connect; Connect IQ data fields." }, { "partner": "garmin_edge", "direction": "both", "wellness": null, "source": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43871047983629-Xert-Garmin-Integration", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": "Guide names Edge devices for recording and for following the synced Xert workout; Connect IQ fields (MPA, Magic Buckets)." }, { "partner": "wahoo_elemnt", "direction": "both", "wellness": null, "source": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/44224865068941-Xert-Wahoo-Integration", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": "Activity sync via the Wahoo app; structured workouts delivered to the Wahoo app/ELEMNT as %FTP intervals." }, { "partner": "wahoo_systm", "direction": "reads_activities", "wellness": null, "source": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/44224865068941-Xert-Wahoo-Integration", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": "Activities completed in SYSTM are forwarded to Xert." }, { "partner": "hammerhead", "direction": "both", "wellness": null, "source": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/44374672577421-Xert-Hammerhead-Integration", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": "Rides sync from Karoo; no direct workout push, SMART workouts run via the Xert EBC Karoo extension." }, { "partner": "zwift", "direction": "both", "wellness": null, "source": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43876218714253-Xert-Zwift-Integration", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": null }, { "partner": "rouvy", "direction": "both", "wellness": null, "source": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/44454664973837-Xert-ROUVY-Integration", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": null }, { "partner": "smart_trainer_erg", "direction": "pushes_workouts", "wellness": null, "source": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/44547752359821-Xert-EBC-iOS-Quick-Start-Guide", "checked": "2026-10-13", "note": "Xert EBC controls smart trainers over Bluetooth (AUTO, FIXED, SLOPE, RES modes) with power match." } ], "scores": { "plan_quality": { "score": 4, "evidence_url": "https://dcrainmaker.com/2017/03/training-platform-review.html", "evidence_note": "DC Rainmaker's hands-on review confirms the mechanism: threshold updated from every ride, Maximal Power Available modelled in real time, XSS load and freshness metrics; a Fast Talk forum user calls the metrics ahead of other platforms. No published references on vendor pages.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "adaptation": { "score": 4, "evidence_url": "https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/xerts-forecast-ai/89234", "evidence_note": "Users report the forecast plan recalculating when commutes and club rides are added, and that daily recommendations update after skipped workouts or unplanned rides (t/57468); adaptation uses training load, freshness and the Fitness Signature from all rides, but no HRV, sleep or wellness input.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "workout_feedback": { "score": 4, "evidence_url": "https://dcrainmaker.com/2017/03/training-platform-review.html", "evidence_note": "DC Rainmaker confirms workouts execute with real-time MPA-based targets that adapt mid-session, and that every ride is analysed for breakthroughs that update the Fitness Signature; vendor guides document structured workouts to Garmin, Wahoo, Zwift and Rouvy. Post-ride analysis is fitness-model-centric, not a plan-relative debrief.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "coaching_relationship": { "score": 1, "evidence_url": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/features/", "evidence_note": "The vendor's full feature list contains no conversational coach; guidance is delivered as daily recommendations and a Freshness Feedback slider. TrainerRoad users describe the steep learning curve of interpreting the data unaided (t/89234).", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "transparency": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/xerts-forecast-ai/89234", "evidence_note": "Users say each plan option is labelled for whether it meets the goal and that help videos exist, but several call the interface 'very confusing' and the data overwhelming; DC Rainmaker (2023) notes the tool flags unrealistic goals but gives little reasoning for plan choices.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "value": { "score": 4, "evidence_url": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/pricing/", "evidence_note": "USD 99.95/yr or 14.99/mo includes adaptive programs, workout library and apps after a 30-day no-card trial; DC Rainmaker (2017) judged pricing in line with or cheaper than comparable platforms. Cycling-only limits what multisport athletes get for the money.", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, "athlete_sentiment": { "score": 3, "evidence_url": "https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/xerts-forecast-ai/89234", "evidence_note": "Mixed: TrainerRoad threads (t/89234, t/57468) and the Fast Talk forum praise the fitness modelling and prediction while repeatedly criticising the confusing interface and workout selection; Google Play rating about 3.5/5, App Store 3.8/5 for the EBC app.", "checked": "2026-10-13" } }, "sources": [ { "url": "https://baronbiosys.com/", "title": "Xert Breakthrough Training homepage", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/pricing/", "title": "Xert pricing", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/features/", "title": "Xert features", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://www.baronbiosys.com/how-it-works/", "title": "Xert how it works", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://apps.apple.com/us/app/xert-ebc/id1294816918", "title": "Xert EBC (App Store)", "kind": "appstore", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.baronbiosys.xertebc.pro", "title": "Xert EBC (Google Play)", "kind": "appstore", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://dcrainmaker.com/2017/03/training-platform-review.html", "title": "DC Rainmaker: Xert training platform review (2017)", "kind": "review", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://dcrainmaker.com/2023/12/xerts-forecast-future.html", "title": "DC Rainmaker: Xert's Forecast AI (2023)", "kind": "review", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/xerts-forecast-ai/89234", "title": "TrainerRoad forum: Xert's Forecast AI?", "kind": "forum", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/is-xert-the-only-app-that-caters-to-riders-wanting-to-do-a-weekly-15-to-20-hour-training-block/57468", "title": "TrainerRoad forum: Is Xert the only app for 15-20 hour weeks?", "kind": "forum", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://forums.fasttalklabs.com/t/ask-revisit-xert/6670", "title": "Fast Talk Labs forum: Revisit Xert", "kind": "forum", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43916863528461-The-Complete-Guide-to-Getting-Started-with-Xert", "title": "Xert knowledgebase: The complete guide to getting started with Xert", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43865449912205-Integrations-Overview-Data-Flow", "title": "Xert knowledgebase: Integrations overview and data flow", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43871047983629-Xert-Garmin-Integration", "title": "Xert knowledgebase: Xert + Garmin integration", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/44224865068941-Xert-Wahoo-Integration", "title": "Xert knowledgebase: Xert + Wahoo integration", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/44374672577421-Xert-Hammerhead-Integration", "title": "Xert knowledgebase: Xert + Hammerhead integration", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43876218714253-Xert-Zwift-Integration", "title": "Xert knowledgebase: Xert + Zwift integration", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/44454664973837-Xert-ROUVY-Integration", "title": "Xert knowledgebase: Xert + ROUVY integration", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" }, { "url": "https://baronbiosys.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/44547752359821-Xert-EBC-iOS-Quick-Start-Guide", "title": "Xert knowledgebase: Xert EBC (iOS) quick start guide", "kind": "vendor", "checked": "2026-10-13" } ], "last_reviewed": "2026-10-13" }, { "slug": "youb", "name": "YOUB", "website": "https://youb.app", "tagline": "Chat-based AI endurance coach for runners, cyclists and triathletes that adjusts a plan from wearable, calendar and feedback data.", "description": "YOUB is a chat-first AI coach for running, cycling and triathlon. 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