Comparison

VA vs The Murph

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

VA

Features
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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)

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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/

Screenshots

VA4 screens
The Murph2 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VA ships an update fortnightly, The Murph every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
VA versus The Murph: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVAThe Murph
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB36 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperVibrent Health, Inc.MuckStack, LLC

In-app purchases

None

VA

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

The Murph

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly$9.991 Year

Questions

Is VA free?
VA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Murph free?
The Murph is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do VA or The Murph have ads?
Neither VA nor The Murph shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VA or The Murph?
VA ships an update fortnightly, and The Murph every 10 days. Most recently, VA was updated on October 25, 2026 and The Murph on October 25, 2026.

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