# Riptide GP2 vs Marathon Training

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Riptide GP2 at 91% against Marathon Training's 0%. Riptide GP2 also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 20 months) and ratings volume (7K vs 3). Marathon Training's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Riptide GP2 sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Marathon Training asks for nothing beyond the download.

Marathon Training holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Riptide GP2 has 7K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 91% of Riptide GP2's written reviews are positive against 0% of Marathon Training's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Riptide GP2 ships an update every 2 months, Marathon Training every 20 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Riptide GP2 | Marathon Training |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riptide-gp2/id662569685/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marathon-training-road-race/id1451925933/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **90.8% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 20 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#184** | — |
| Size | 83 MB | 190 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vector Unit](https://appshunter.io/developer/469610085) | [Meta Dort](https://appshunter.io/developer/1195638342) |

## What reviewers say

### Riptide GP2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riptide-gp2/id662569685)

**Currently charting:** #184 Top Free · Racing (US App Store)

Experience intense console-quality water racing with rocket-powered hydro jets. Compete in online multiplayer, master a new stunt system, and progress through a career mode with upgrades and unlocks.

**Highlights:** Online multiplayer races, Upgradeable hydro jets and riders, New career mode, Stunt system with new tricks, VR Challenge mode, Total control support (gamepad, tilt, touch)

**Features:** Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bit of Money | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium Mode | $2.99 | one-time |
| Stack of Money | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Money | $9.99 | one-time |
| Serious Money | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mountain of Money | $49.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Money | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent graphics
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Nostalgic and fun
- 👍 Great customization options
- 👍 No ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent stunt registration
- 🐛 Difficulty spikes in later levels
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for new vehicles

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Requested features**

- Add ghost mode to race against personal best times
- Improve online multiplayer connectivity
- Add difficulty settings


### Marathon Training

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marathon-training-road-race/id1451925933)

Experience the thrill of long-distance running in a realistic 3D environment. Strategize your pace, jump over hurdles, and compete against other athletes to become the ultimate champion. Upgrade your runner and equipment to achieve new records and win gold medals.

**Highlights:** Realistic 3D running environment, Hurdling and jumping mechanics, Strategic pacing to avoid exhaustion, Athlete and equipment upgrades, Multiple race distances, Unlock new treks and tournaments

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Riptide GP2 free?

Riptide GP2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Marathon Training free?

Marathon Training is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Riptide GP2 or Marathon Training?

Marathon Training is rated higher. Riptide GP2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 7K ratings, while Marathon Training averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Riptide GP2 or Marathon Training have ads?

Riptide GP2 shows ads; Marathon Training does not.

### Which is updated more often, Riptide GP2 or Marathon Training?

Riptide GP2 ships an update every 2 months, and Marathon Training every 20 months. Most recently, Riptide GP2 was updated on October 17, 2026 and Marathon Training on October 12, 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.*