Comparison

Marathon Kit vs Exercise Timer

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

Head to head
About

Marathon Kit

Features
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Marathon Kit is a simple race‑prep companion built for marathon, half marathon, and 10K runners. Create a clean wristband plan you can print or save as a wallpaper, keep your race checklist in one place, and use a few focused pace toolsβ€”nothing more. Wristband - Build a split plan from your goal time - Add fuel reminders at the exact distance you want (e.g. W-5, G-12.5) - Export a print‑ready A4 PDF (sizes S/M/L with cut guides) or save a wallpaper image to Photos Fuel - Clear targets for carbs, fluids, and electrolytes based on your race and body weight - Simple carb plan for the days before + race morning Checklist - Practical defaults for pre‑race, race day, and post‑race - Quick Add button with smart suggestions and custom items Tools - Pace calculator, time calculator, and race equivalency - Metric or imperial units No account required. Your data stays on your device. Marathon Kit Pro Your first export is free. Marathon Kit Pro is a one‑time purchase ($2.99) that unlocks unlimited exports. (Price may vary by region.) Fuel guidance is general information, not medical advice. Test everything in training and adjust for your needs.

About

Exercise Timer

Features
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Train smarter and faster with your personal HIIT & Gym Timer. Track intervals, rest, and workouts easily. Perfect for HIIT, Tabata, Circuit, and Gym sessions. Features: Custom Interval Timers – Set your work & rest intervals Workout Timer & HIIT – Perfect for Tabata, Crossfit, and Gym sessions Circuit Timer – Manage multiple exercises and rounds Save Favorite Workouts – Reuse your routines easily Background & Voice Alerts – Stay on track without looking at the screen Fitness & Training Ready – HIIT, Tabata, strength, or cardio workouts Take control of your fitness. Whether you’re training at home or at the gym, this timer app keeps you focused, consistent, and motivated. Download now and start your workout journey!

Screenshots

Marathon Kit4 screens
Exercise Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Marathon Kit at Free against Exercise Timer's $4.99. Marathon Kit also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 9 months). Exercise Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Marathon Kit is free to download; Exercise Timer costs $4.99 up front. Marathon Kit sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Exercise Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Marathon Kit ships an update every 10 days, Exercise Timer every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Marathon Kit versus Exercise Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMarathon KitExercise Timer
PriceFree β€” better$4.99
Update frequencyEvery 10 days β€” betterEvery 9 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS17.617.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size3 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNicolo CampagnoliFenuku Kekeli

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Marathon Kit

One-time1
  • Marathon Kit Pro$2.99
None

Exercise Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Marathon Kit free?
Marathon Kit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Exercise Timer free?
Exercise Timer costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Marathon Kit or Exercise Timer have ads?
Neither Marathon Kit nor Exercise Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Marathon Kit or Exercise Timer?
Marathon Kit ships an update every 10 days, and Exercise Timer every 9 months. Most recently, Marathon Kit was updated on September 18, 2026 and Exercise Timer on September 26, 2026.

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