Comparison
Most people end up running two subscriptions: one app for training, another for sleep and mindfulness. Here is how the categories actually differ, and what changes when they live in one place.
| Feature | Salus | Typical running app | Typical wellness app |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activity types | Running, walking, cycling, swimming, yoga, strength + anything you name | Strong on cardio, thin on strength and mind | Sessions and streaks, little real training data |
| GPS routes | Live tracking, saved routes, hand-drawn custom routes | Live tracking, routes often paid | None |
| Sleep & body metrics | Manual + imports from Garmin, Fitbit, Apple Health, Whoop, Oura | Only from that brand's own watch | Sleep only |
| Mindfulness & mood | Breathing, meditation, daily mood check-in, weekly mood report | Rarely | Core strength of these apps |
| AI insights | Reads your own pace, cadence, elevation, sleep and mood | Generic scores | Content recommendations |
| Community & groups | Discussions, tips, public and invite-only groups | Large feeds, performance-heavy | Limited |
| Price | Free tier, Plus $6.99/mo, Premium $12.99/mo | $8–$12/mo | $10–$15/mo |
If you only race and already own a watch from a big brand, that brand's app will cover you. If you want the mind and sleep side taken seriously, a dedicated wellness app does it well but knows nothing about your training. Salus exists for the middle: one subscription, one weekly report, and a community built people first rather than around leaderboards.
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