Comparison

KBMH vs MurphMaster

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

Head to head
About

KBMH

Achieve full-body fitness at home with guided kettlebell workouts. Access over 200 follow-along routines, structured programs for various goals, and expert tips, all requiring just one kettlebell.

Highlights
  • 200+ kettlebell workouts
  • Video demonstrations
  • Structured training programs
  • Smart timers with voice cues
  • Beginner-friendly options
  • Exercise library with form tips
Features
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Transform Your Body with One Kettlebell — No Gym Needed Looking for fast, effective, full-body workouts from home? KBMH – Kettlebell Workouts delivers 200+ follow-along workouts, smart timers, and structured programs—all with just one kettlebell. Train at Home with Zero Fuss • No gym. No machines. • Just a kettlebell, a small space, and a plan that works. Workouts for Every Level & Goal • 3–6 day/week programs for fat loss, muscle building, and conditioning • Beginner-friendly 8-week plan to master the basics • Dynamic weekly plan for advanced athletes • New workouts added regularly! What You’ll Get • 200+ kettlebell workouts with video demos • Smart timers and voice cues • Warm-up + strength + finisher formats • Exercise library with expert form tips • Minimalist routines designed for real life How It Works 1. Choose a goal: strength, fat burn, endurance 2. Pick a plan (or a free daily workout) 3. Follow along with integrated timer and exercise videos—no thinking, just moving Why It Works • Efficient, high-impact training in 10–50 mins • Builds strength, burns fat, and boosts cardio • Designed to keep you consistent, not overwhelmed • Works for busy people with just one kettlebell New to Kettlebells? Toggle “Beginner Mode” for simpler workouts and guidance. Ready to Train? Download KBMH and start your kettlebell fitness journey today. Legal Stuff This app complies with Apple’s standard end-user license agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/.

About

MurphMaster

Features
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MurphMaster is the timer-first workout app built specifically for the Murph workout. Whether you're tackling a full Murph, half Murph, or a custom variation, MurphMaster keeps you on pace with dedicated segment timing, round-by-round tracking, and detailed post-workout analytics. All features require a MurphMaster Pro subscription. A 7-day free trial is available for new subscribers. Monthly and annual plans available. PRECISION SEGMENT TIMER Time every phase of your workout independently — Run 1, pull-ups, push-ups, squats, and Run 2. Tap through segments as you go and see exactly where your time was spent. FLEXIBLE WORKOUT SETUP • Full Murph (1 mi / 100-200-300 / 1 mi) • Half Murph (0.5 mi / 50-100-150 / 0.5 mi) • Custom reps with percentage scaling • Partition options: 20 rounds (5/10/15), 10 rounds (10/20/30), or custom splits • Optional weighted vest tracking (10, 14, 20 lb, or custom) PROGRESS ANALYTICS Track your performance over time with trend charts, personal records, and a complete workout history. See how you stack up against your best. SHARE YOUR RESULTS Generate shareable workout cards for Instagram Stories, Instagram posts, X (Twitter), and more. Show off your time, segments, and PRs. APPLE HEALTH & STRAVA SYNC Automatically save completed workouts to Apple Health and Strava so they appear alongside the rest of your fitness data. No extra steps — just finish and it syncs. DESIGNED FOR MURPH MurphMaster isn't a generic fitness timer. Every feature — from the partition picker to the rep block counter — is purpose-built for the Murph workout and its variations. Start your free trial today and take your Murph to the next level. Terms of Use: https://murphmaster.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://murphmaster.app/privacy

Screenshots

KBMH4 screens
MurphMaster4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: KBMH at none against MurphMaster's shown. KBMH also leads on ratings volume (457 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.2). MurphMaster's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. KBMH sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and MurphMaster sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MurphMaster holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KBMH has 457 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
KBMH versus MurphMaster: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKBMHMurphMaster
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (457 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings457 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size89 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerpalmatech ltdSunny Apps LLC

Bugs and requests

KBMH

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • App won't load/stuck at percentage
  • App not working
  • Internet security prompts
  • Exercise library not showing content
  • Cannot enlarge exercise pictures
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  • App stops downloading at percentage
  • Screen freezes at startup
  • Promotional offer not honored

Requested features

11 requests
  • Add Apple Health and Fitness connectivity
  • Add smartwatch/tracker integration
  • Improve music playback to avoid disruption
  • Allow input of weight for each individual exercise
  • Provide video examples for complex sessions
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  • Add programs targeting specific muscle groups
  • Allow saving workouts to create a weekly planner
  • Improve clarity for beginner users
  • Offer a free trial without upfront payment commitment
  • Add payment options for users in Russia
  • Continue counting rounds after 9

MurphMaster

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

22 purchases

KBMH

Subscriptions15
  • Monthly Access With Trial7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Monthly Full Access$11.991 Month
  • All Programs Access (monthly)$19.991 Month
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  • Monthly$29.991 Month
  • Monthly Full Access$29.991 Month
  • Weekly Advanced Program$49.991 Month
  • Monthly With 1 Week Free Trial7 Days trial$59.991 Month
  • Monthly Programming Access$59.991 Month
  • Yearly$89.991 Year
  • Yearly Full Access With Trial7 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • Full Access, First Year at 50% Off1 Year trial$99.991 Year
  • All Programs Access (annual)7 Days trial$149.001 Year
  • Weekly Advanced Program$199.001 Year
  • Annual PRO Access1 Year trial$249.991 Year
  • Yearly Full Access With Trial7 Days trial2 variants$249.991 Year
One-time7
  • Intro To Kettlebell Fitness$39.99
  • Strength & Muscle Builder$59.99
  • Cardio HIIT Fat Burner$59.99
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  • Cardio HIIT Fat Burner 5d/week$99.99
  • Strength & Muscle Builder 3d/w$99.99
  • Intro To Kettlebell 5d/week$99.99
  • Cardio HIIT Fat Burner 3d/week$99.99
2 purchases

MurphMaster

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is KBMH free?
KBMH is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MurphMaster free?
MurphMaster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, KBMH or MurphMaster?
MurphMaster is rated higher. KBMH averages 4.7 out of 5 from 457 ratings, while MurphMaster averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do KBMH or MurphMaster have ads?
MurphMaster shows ads; KBMH does not.

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