# ASICS Runkeeper vs Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: ASICS Runkeeper at 379K against Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer's 5.6K. ASICS Runkeeper also leads on review sentiment (74% vs 55%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ASICS Runkeeper sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for ASICS Runkeeper against 4.7 for Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ASICS Runkeeper has 379K ratings behind it against 5.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of ASICS Runkeeper's written reviews are positive against 55% of Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer's.

ASICS Runkeeper ships an update every 2 weeks, Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ASICS Runkeeper | Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (379K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/asics-runkeeperrun-tracker/id300235330/reviews)** | [4.7 (5.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/half-marathon-131-trainer/id514647091/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **379K** | 5.6K |
| Positive reviews | **74.0% of reviews** | 55.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#139** | — |
| Size | 124 MB | 319 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ASICS Runner App, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/300226026) | [Zen Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/485971738) |

## 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


### Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/half-marathon-131-trainer/id514647091)

This app guides beginners through a 14-week program to train for a half marathon using a run-walk method. It offers audio coaching, progress tracking, and community support to help users complete their first 13.1-mile race.

**Highlights:** 14-week run-walk training program, Audio coach and alerts, Run mapping, Health app integration, Community forums, Music integration

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Zen Unlimited Pass Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Unlock Your Potential | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Unlock Your Potential | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Zen Unlimited Pass Annual | $74.99 | per year |
| Unlock Workout List | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Helpful for beginners
- 👍 Great for training and motivation
- 👍 Integrates well with Apple Watch and Fitness
- 👍 Customizable music playback

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional syncing and tracking issues
- 🔋 Drains battery life
- 💰 Subscription model change frustrates some users
- 💰 Paid app now requires subscription for full access

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes during workouts
- Inconsistent distance and time tracking
- Syncing issues with Apple Watch

**Requested features**

- Option to view GPS route history
- Ability to customize training days and schedule
- Integration with more fitness tracking devices
- Detailed performance metrics and analytics


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ASICS Runkeeper free?

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

### Is Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer free?

Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ASICS Runkeeper or Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer?

ASICS Runkeeper is rated higher. ASICS Runkeeper averages 4.8 out of 5 from 379K ratings, while Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer averages 4.7 from 5.6K ratings.

### Do ASICS Runkeeper or Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer have ads?

Both ASICS Runkeeper and Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, ASICS Runkeeper or Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer?

ASICS Runkeeper ships an update every 2 weeks, and Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer every 6 weeks. Most recently, ASICS Runkeeper was updated on September 24, 2026 and Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer on September 22, 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.*