VA vs The Murph
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VA
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The overall goal of the Virginia Firefighters for Lifelong Health Registry (VA-FLH) is to generate data that can inform state-wide strategic planning, allocation of resources, and strategies for cancer prevention among current and former firefighters in Virginia. The specific objectives include: 1) characterize the demographics, lifestyles, risk factors, and health status of firefighters who enroll in the VA-FLH; 2) develop ways to improve health and promote cancer prevention among current and former firefighters in Virginia; 3) support long-term health promotion and cancer prevention among Virginia firefighters and their families through interactive communication, networking and data collection from registry participants. WHY SHOULD I JOIN? There are several benefits for participating in the registry: Contributing information will help us better understand the reasons for higher cancer risk among firefighters. The information will generate new knowledge to inform ways to prevent cancer among current and former firefighters. The findings could help inform state and regional legislators to implement policies and devote resources to benefit firefighters across Virginia. WHO CAN JOIN? Firefighters in Virginia who are: • Full time, paid • Part time, paid • Volunteer (full or part time) • Seasonal • Paid on call or paid per call • Retired • No longer working in the fire service • Academy student • Out on long-term disability Those who have never been in the fire service or been in the fire service, but never in the state of Virginia are NOT eligible to participate. WHAT IF I HAVE ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS: If you have additional questions, you can reach the study team by emailing us at vaflh@vcuhealth.org or calling us at (804) 628-4649 You will also have the opportunity to share your electronic health records (with optional selections for Apple's HealthKit and Clinical Health Records)
The Murph
This app is a dedicated timer and rep counter designed for the iconic Murph workout. It offers customizable partitioning, tracking for runs and reps, and historical data logging to monitor progress. Built for athletes, it features a clean interface and offline functionality.
- Murph Timer for run, reps, and rest
- Customizable partitioning (20-round Cindy or custom)
- Full, Half, and Mini Murph options
- Weighted vest toggle
- Workout history and progress tracking
- Offline functionality
- Dark mode
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Honor Lt. Michael P. Murphy every rep of the way. The Murph is purpose-built for the CrossFit community's most iconic Hero WOD. Whether you're training for Memorial Day or chasing a new PR, this is the only timer and tracker you need. BUILT FOR THE MURPH • Murph Timer — track your run, reps, and rest with precision • Classic 20-round Cindy partitioning (5/10/15) or customize your own split • Full Murph, Half Murph, and Mini Murph options for every fitness level • Weighted vest toggle for Rx tracking TRACK YOUR PROGRESS • Log your times and see improvement over time • Save workout history across years • Compare your Memorial Day performances side by side DESIGNED WITH PURPOSE • Clean, distraction-free interface built for the box • Works offline — no Wi-Fi needed mid-workout • Dark mode for early morning sessions This app was made by athletes, for athletes — to honor a hero and push your limits. See you on Memorial Day. 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: VA at none against The Murph's 2. 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
Both are free to download. The Murph sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. VA asks for nothing beyond the download.
VA ships an update fortnightly, The Murph every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.
| Parameter | VA | The Murph |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 82 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Vibrent Health, Inc. | MuckStack, LLC |
In-app purchases
VA
No in-app purchases
The Murph
- Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
- Pro Yearly$9.991 Year









