Comparison

Marathon Runner vs Training Plan

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Marathon Runner

This running trainer creates customized plans for marathons, half-marathons, 5Ks, and 10Ks based on Olympic training methods. It offers real-time GPS tracking, automatic pauses, and interval training. Premium features include dynamic plan adjustments and voice coaching.

Highlights
  • Customized race training plans (M, HM, 10K, 5K)
  • Real-time GPS route tracking
  • Automatic pause functionality
  • Interval training with detailed results
  • Switch between miles/km
  • Dynamic training plan updates (Premium)
  • Voice coaching for pace guidance (Premium)
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To be the best, you have to train with the best. The Marathon Runner app is a unique running trainer based on the program of renowned Dr. Nicholas Romanov, two-time Olympic coach and the creator of the revolutionary Pose Method of running. Its primary purpose is to help athletes prepare for long-distance running competitions such as marathons, half-marathons, 5Ks and 10Ks. Just set a race goal (M, HM, 10K, 5K), select the number of training days, and the date of the race. The app asks you to run time trials or enter your most recent 5K result. Based on that, Marathon Runner will provide you with an optimal training plan and pace for your running workouts according to your current ability level. During training, the app tracks your results and adjusts each upcoming workout based on your preceding results. (See Premium Account for details.) Main features: - Customized training plan to prepare for the race (M, HM, 10K, 5K) based on training methods Olympic runners use - Real-time GPS tracking of your running route on a map - Automatic pauses when you walk or stop moving. - Interval training with auto-stop functionality and detailed interval results. - History of your accomplished goals - Switch between miles/km Premium Account You can unlock additional features like pace guidance and voice coaching via the premium subscription option that will optimize your training. A 30-day free trial is available so you can explore all of its advantages. After the trial, the premium subscription costs $9.99 per month. Premium Account benefits - Dynamic marathon training plan: The app analyzes results and updates the training program after each workout. - Personal coach: While running, Marathon Runner gives you voice recommendations on the pace you have to keep to achieve better results. Subscription details - Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews and your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - No refunds are issued once your account has been charged for renewal and the current period has started. - To cancel your subscription, go to your Account Settings and turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Our Terms & Privacy Policy: https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/792195/full-legal http://52.20.87.110

About

Training Plan

This app provides a straightforward training plan for runners aiming to improve their performance in races within their age group. It's initially designed for 5K, 10K, and Half-Marathon distances, with potential for future expansion to other race types. The plan incorporates insights from various sources and personal experience.

Highlights
  • Race-specific training plans
  • Focus on age group improvement
  • Supports 5K, 10K, Half-Marathon
  • Based on expert and personal experience
  • Potential for future race distance additions
Features
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This App was designed for those runners who want a simple plan to help them place higher in their own age group at races. The initial plan is geared towards preparing for a 5K/10K/Half-Marathon race, but other race distances may be added in the future. The plan is based on information gathered from multiple sources as well as personal experience using the plan. For those training in hotter climates, there is an App called Training Pace in the Apple App Store to help in making pace adjustments due to hot and humid conditions.

Screenshots

Marathon Runner4 screens
Training Plan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Training Plan at 100% against Marathon Runner's 45%. Training Plan also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.4) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Marathon Runner's advantage is ratings volume (48 vs 2) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Marathon Runner sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. Training Plan asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Training Plan holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Marathon Runner has 48 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Marathon Runner's written reviews are positive against 100% of Training Plan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Marathon Runner versus Training Plan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMarathon RunnerTraining Plan
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (48 ratings)4.5 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews45.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings48 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS10.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size143 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperADAPTIVE FITNESS TRAINING INCRay Brown

Customer experience

Marathon Runner

All ratings48 ratings
Positive54.2%
Neutral10.4%
Negative35.4%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive45.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative45.0%

Training Plan

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Marathon Runner

Subscriptions1
  • Month subscription1 Month trial$9.991 Month
None

Training Plan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Marathon Runner free?
Marathon Runner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Training Plan free?
Training Plan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Marathon Runner or Training Plan?
Training Plan is rated higher. Marathon Runner averages 3.4 out of 5 from 48 ratings, while Training Plan averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.
Do Marathon Runner or Training Plan have ads?
Neither Marathon Runner nor Training Plan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Marathon Runner or Training Plan?
Marathon Runner ships an update every 2 months, and Training Plan every 2 months. Most recently, Marathon Runner was updated on October 7, 2026 and Training Plan on September 30, 2026.

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