# Run Trainer vs Run Half Marathon

The clearest difference is ads: Run Trainer at none against Run Half Marathon's shown. Run Trainer also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 12 months) and rating (4.4 vs 4.2). Run Half Marathon's advantage is review sentiment (71% vs 53%) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Run Trainer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Run Half Marathon sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 6 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Run Trainer holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 198 and 119 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 53% of Run Trainer's written reviews are positive against 71% of Run Half Marathon's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Run Trainer ships an update monthly, Run Half Marathon every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Run Trainer | Run Half Marathon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (198 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-trainer-running-tracker/id403963861/reviews)** | [4.2 (119 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-half-marathon/id779406346/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **198** | 119 |
| Positive reviews | 52.9% of reviews | **71.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 12 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 125 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Run Trainer B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546716145) | [LINKLINKS LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/600375781) |

## What reviewers say

### Run Trainer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-trainer-running-tracker/id403963861)

This app serves as a personal running coach and GPS tracker, offering guided training plans for various distances from Couch to 5K to half marathons. It provides audio coaching, detailed performance statistics, and seamless integration with Apple devices.

**Highlights:** Personalized training plans (Couch to 5K, 10K, Half Marathon), Customizable training schedules (MyPlan), Audio coaching with voice cues, Integrated music control, Free Run mode for untracked runs, Accurate GPS tracking with Apple Maps, Detailed performance statistics (SpeedMap, pace overview), Apple Watch app for hands-free training

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All features per month | $5.99 | per month |
| All features per 3 months | $15.49 | per 3 months |
| All features per month year | $43.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent for beginner runners
- 🎯 Effective interval training structure
- 🎵 Works with music in background
- 📊 Good progress tracking and statistics
- ⚡ Simple and easy to use interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and glitches
- 🔐 Difficult to cancel subscriptions
- 💰 Misleading free trial/freemium model
- 📱 Login issues and authentication problems
- 🌐 WiFi-only connectivity requirement

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes mid-run and loses recording
- Pausing workout causes progress restart
- Login freezes and authentication failures
- Sign-up form stuck on DOB slider
- App won't open or keeps crashing

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch standalone functionality without phone
- Integration with Fitbit and MyFitnessPal
- Integration with native Fitness app
- Weight loss tracking integration
- Treadmill mode improvements


### Run Half Marathon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-half-marathon/id779406346)

This app provides a structured 18-week training plan to help beginners run a half marathon. It guides users through alternating walking and running intervals, tracks progress with GPS, and offers motivational features. Users can log and share their runs, and receive audio cues for when to run or walk.

**Highlights:** 18-week zero to half marathon training schedule, Alternating walk/run intervals with audio cues, GPS tracking for running routes, Automatic training log saving, Share training logs via social media/email, Motivational cups and reminders

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium - 6 months | $2.99 | per 6 months |
| Map | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5K | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10K | $1.99 | one-time |
| Marathon | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and follow
- 👍 Great for beginners
- 👍 Offers multiple training programs (5K, 10K, Half M, Full M)
- 👍 Motivating and keeps users on track
- 👍 Good for building pace and strength

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🗣️ Voice prompts too quiet
- 🐛 App sometimes cuts off or glitches
- 🐛 App stops running unexpectedly
- 🐛 Inconsistent timer or countdowns
- 🐛 Display is small and hard to read

**Reported bugs**

- App cuts off when taking calls
- App glitches on time
- App sometimes stops running
- App doesn't restart after a call
- App sends notifications late or at wrong times

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app needed
- Link up with Garmin account
- Add distance or time tracking manually
- Dark mode option
- More detailed coaching or pace guidance


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Run Trainer free?

Run Trainer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Run Half Marathon free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Run Trainer or Run Half Marathon?

Run Trainer is rated higher. Run Trainer averages 4.4 out of 5 from 198 ratings, while Run Half Marathon averages 4.2 from 119 ratings.

### Do Run Trainer or Run Half Marathon have ads?

Run Half Marathon shows ads; Run Trainer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Run Trainer or Run Half Marathon?

Run Trainer ships an update monthly, and Run Half Marathon every 12 months. Most recently, Run Trainer was updated on October 7, 2026 and Run Half Marathon on October 13, 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.*