EZ Start Plus vs Marathon Home
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EZ Start Plus
Control your Noritz water heater remotely from your mobile device. Adjust settings, schedules, and perform maintenance tasks like gas conversion with ease.
- Remote operation control
- Adjust temperature and schedules
- Unit settings configuration
- Gas conversion tool
- Check unit status
- Operate parts
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EZ Start Plus allows you to control your water heater of Noritz or supported by Noritz from your mobile device. EZ Start Plus gives you the ability to change the operation and settings of the water heater from mobile device. ・Easy to use Change operation SW, temperature and recirculation schedule. ・Easy settings for installation Change the unit settings. ・Easy tools for maintenance Gas conversion, check the unit status, or operate parts.
Marathon Home
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Reduce the Cost of Ownership Marathon Home can reduce your HVAC system’s operating costs. It provides precise temperature control, reducing energy usage. This smart thermostat app also ensures you get the services you need when you need them. It incorporates the following innovative features: • Remote monitoring • Predictive maintenance alerts • One-touch appointment booking • Service at the touch of a button A crisp LCD screen ensures all functions are easy to find and use. Is your home not comfortable or are energy costs going up? Use the onscreen service request feature to get prompt assistance from your local HVAC company. Get the Most Out of Your Climate Control System The Marathon Home app lets you control and monitor temperature, fan speed, and other functions via the main control panel or a smartphone. The future of home comfort and on-demand service, it delivers benefits including: • Smart Notifications: Receive instant notifications on changes in system performance so you can be proactive with maintenance. • Real-Time Monitoring: By monitoring the health of your HVAC system, Marathon Home can provide predictive maintenance alerts, which can prevent downtime and increase equipment lifespan. • Service Alerts: Receive notifications of service reminders, membership renewals, and more. Even receive custom messages from your HVAC provider. • Diagnostic Tools: An overview of system health and air quality are available at the touch of a button, at no extra cost. • System Health and Air Quality Alerts: If a problem with your climate control system or an indoor air quality issue is detected, you and your service provider will be automatically notified. Quick and Simple Installation The convenience of a Marathon Home thermostat begins even before you start using it. Swapping out an old unit is simple. A technician removes the old thermostat, mounts the new one, and connects the wiring. They’ll even help you set up the app. The new model’s settings are adjusted to meet your climate control requirements. It provides an instant response so you experience immediate comfort. Settings from the old thermostat instantly transfer over using the serial numbers of both units, so the process is fast, simple, and convenient. Forge an Instant Connection with Your HVAC Provider The Marathon Home thermostat and app display your HVAC company’s logo onscreen. Their help is available at the touch of a button, so you can put your trust and confidence in a local contractor. It’s not just a modern thermostat. Marathon Home is a direct link between you and your AC/heating services provider. Be a Part of the NuveNetwork Nuve has partnered with local HVAC companies so you benefit from new services and smart technologies. Real-time access to your system allows contractors to quickly diagnose and resolve system issues. This can result in fewer emergency calls and in-home visits, so you can save time and money. Get Started Today Getting a Marathon Home thermostat and app is easy. Once you’re ready, a representative will contact you and schedule an appointment. Visit the App Store or contact your HVAC dealer to learn more.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Marathon Home at every 2 months against EZ Start Plus's every 7 months. Marathon Home also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
EZ Start Plus ships an update every 7 months, Marathon Home every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EZ Start Plus | Marathon Home |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.7 (11 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 11 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 61 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NORITZ CORP. | Nuve Home |
In-app purchases
EZ Start Plus
No in-app purchases
Marathon Home
No in-app purchases
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