TMM vs MidLab
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TMM
Create and manage training menus for swimmers and track athletes. This app allows you to build training schedules similar to spreadsheets and save them as images or PDFs. It requires access permissions for saving menus.
- Create training menus
- Manage athlete training schedules
- Spreadsheet-like menu creation
- Save menus as images
- Save menus as PDFs
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水泳選手や陸上選手向けの練習メニュー作成・管理アプリです。 このアプリでは表計算ソフト(Excel, Numbers等)で作成したようなメニュー表を作成することができます。 また、作成したメニューは画像として保存や、PDFとして保存が可能です。 ※メニューの保存機能を使用する際にはアクセスの権限が必要です。
MidLab
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MidLab — Middle-Distance Training, Scientifically Optimized The training management app built exclusively for 800m-5000m middle-distance runners. ■ Measure Your Fitness with the ETP Test Run our unique ETP (Estimated Threshold Pace) test on a 400m track to accurately determine your threshold pace. MidLab also classifies your performance limiter into three types: • Cardio Limiter — your breathing hits the wall first • Muscular Endurance Limiter — your legs give out first • Balanced ■ Personalized Training Plans [Premium] Based on your ETP and limiter type, MidLab auto-generates a multi-week training plan tailored to your goal race. Scientific periodization — Base > Build > Race > Taper — helps you improve efficiently. • Just set your target race distance and date • Supports 800m / 1500m / 3000m / 5000m • Optimized for your age category and training history • Automatic recovery weeks ■ Extensive Workout Library [Premium] Dozens of workout templates organized across six training zones (Recovery through Repetition). Every pace is auto-calculated from your ETP so you always train at the right intensity. ■ Race Predictions Estimate your 800m-5000m race times based on current fitness. Compare against your personal bests to see your progress. ■ Dashboard • View your current ETP, VO2max, and limiter type at a glance • See today's training session • Track weekly progress • Follow your ETP trend graph to visualize growth ■ Premium Plan • Monthly: $7.99 • Yearly: $69.99 (save 2 months) • Includes a 1-week free trial No coach needed — just science. Push your middle-distance PB with MidLab. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TMM at none against MidLab's 2. TMM also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). MidLab's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks). On price, 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
Both are free to download. MidLab sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. TMM asks for nothing beyond the download.
TMM ships an update every 3 weeks, MidLab daily. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TMM | MidLab |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Takumi Saito | MASAMI YAJIRI |
In-app purchases
TMM
No in-app purchases
MidLab
- MidLab Proプラン(月額)1 Month trial$5.991 Month
- MidLab Proプラン(年額)1 Month trial$59.991 Year









