Comparison

The Murph vs MurphMaster

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

Head to head
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/

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

The Murph2 screens
MurphMaster4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: The Murph at none against MurphMaster's shown. The Murph also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.2). 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. The Murph sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 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.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
The Murph versus MurphMaster: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe MurphMurphMaster
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMuckStack, LLCSunny Apps LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

The Murph

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

MurphMaster

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

Questions

Is The Murph free?
The Murph is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MurphMaster free?
MurphMaster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do The Murph or MurphMaster have ads?
MurphMaster shows ads; The Murph does not.

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