# ASICS Runkeeper vs Marathon Training

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ASICS Runkeeper at 74% against Marathon Training's 0%. ASICS Runkeeper also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.0) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 months). Marathon Training's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ASICS Runkeeper sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Marathon Training sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ASICS Runkeeper holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ASICS Runkeeper has 379K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of ASICS Runkeeper's written reviews are positive against 0% of Marathon Training's.

ASICS Runkeeper ships an update every 2 weeks, Marathon Training every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ASICS Runkeeper | Marathon Training |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (379K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/asics-runkeeperrun-tracker/id300235330/reviews)** | [4.0 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marathon-training-42k-runner/id1544238761/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **379K** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | **74.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#139** | — |
| Size | 124 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ASICS Runner App, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/300226026) | [Rumble](https://appshunter.io/developer/1368434055) |

## What reviewers say

### ASICS Runkeeper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/asics-runkeeperrun-tracker/id300235330)

**Currently charting:** #139 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

Track your runs, set personalized goals, and follow guided workouts to improve your fitness. This app offers GPS tracking for various activities, progress monitoring, and motivational features to help you achieve your running ambitions.

**Highlights:** GPS activity tracking, Personalized training plans, Audio-guided workouts, Goal setting and progress monitoring, Integration with wearables and health apps, In-app challenges and rewards

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Runkeeper Go Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Runkeeper Go Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Runkeeper Go Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Runkeeper Go Quarterly | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Runkeeper Go Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Runkeeper Go Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Runkeeper Go Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Runkeeper Go Yearly no trial | $39.99 | per year |
| RK Go Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Motivating and helpful
- 🚀 Accurate tracking
- 👍 Great for beginners
- 👍 Customizable features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 GPS issues and inaccuracies
- 🐛 Syncing problems between devices
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 👎 Subscription model limits free features

**Reported bugs**

- Workouts not recording properly
- Inconsistent distance and pace tracking
- Syncing issues between phone and watch
- Unexpected app crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- Add treadmill/indoor tracking option
- Improve training plan customization
- Enhance Apple Watch app functionality
- Provide more detailed analytics and insights
- Allow pausing/resuming of workouts


### Marathon Training

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marathon-training-42k-runner/id1544238761)

This app provides a comprehensive marathon training plan, including guided workouts and personalized diet recipes. It acts as a virtual coach, tracking your progress with GPS and offering motivation to achieve your running goals.

**Highlights:** Certified coach-designed training plans, Step-by-step voice guidance, GPS run tracking for distance, speed, and calories, 150+ diet recipes, Integrated music player, Progress tracking and social sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Marathon Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Marathon Workout (Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Weekly Subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Marathon Run Training (Life) | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ASICS Runkeeper free?

ASICS Runkeeper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Marathon Training free?

Marathon Training is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ASICS Runkeeper or Marathon Training?

ASICS Runkeeper is rated higher. ASICS Runkeeper averages 4.8 out of 5 from 379K ratings, while Marathon Training averages 4.0 from 10 ratings.

### Do ASICS Runkeeper or Marathon Training have ads?

ASICS Runkeeper shows ads; Marathon Training does not.

### Which is updated more often, ASICS Runkeeper or Marathon Training?

ASICS Runkeeper ships an update every 2 weeks, and Marathon Training every 6 months. Most recently, ASICS Runkeeper was updated on September 25, 2026 and Marathon Training on September 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*