Comparison

Split Second vs MarathonOS

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

Head to head
About

Split Second

This timing app helps cross country coaches track runner splits during races with millisecond precision. It allows for configurable splits, management of multiple rosters, and offline functionality for efficient race day use. Results can be exported as PDF reports.

Highlights
  • Single stopwatch for all runners
  • Millisecond precision split recording
  • Configurable splits per runner
  • Multiple roster management
  • Quick roster loading
  • Export results as PDF
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Split Second is a powerful timing app designed for cross country coaches to track runner splits during races. KEY FEATURES: • Single stopwatch controls timing for all runners • Record individual split times with millisecond precision • Configurable splits (1-8 per runner) for any race distance • Manage multiple rosters (Varsity Boys, Girls, JV, etc.) • Quick roster loading for race day efficiency • Export race results as PDF reports • Compact, mobile-friendly interface optimized for outdoor use • Works completely offline - no internet required • Delete individual runners for

About

MarathonOS

This app serves as a comprehensive hub for marathon runners, managing race day logistics, training plans, and post-race reflections. It helps organize everything from pre-race preparation to storing race memories and analyzing performance data.

Highlights
  • Race day countdown and logistics
  • Customizable smart checklists
  • Post-race reflection and memory logging
  • Proven training plan methodologies
  • Advanced training analytics
  • Wearable device integration
Features
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YOUR RACE DAY, WORKED OUT IN ADVANCE Training is hard enough. MarathonOS keeps the countdown, travel details, checklists, pacing, fueling, weather, race-day updates, and post-race notes in one place. TODAY'S BRIEF Open the app and see what needs attention now: days to go, key dates, preparation progress, race-day weather, your next checklist item, fuel plan, and goal verdict. KNOW WHERE YOU STAND Import runs automatically from Strava, Garmin, or Apple Health. MarathonOS turns them into a clear readiness score, training-load trends, heart-rate zones, a training heatmap, route history, and race predictions. Set a goal time to see an honest range, your late-run fade, and what could move the verdict. PLAN YOUR PACE AND FUEL Build a mile-by-mile or kilometer-by-kilometer pace band from your goal, distance, and strategy. Add a fueling timeline so every gel, drink, and timing cue is decided before the start. KEEP EVERY DETAIL TOGETHER Track flights, hotels, parking, bib pickup, expo hours, start-line directions, and other key dates. Build reusable checklists for gear, nutrition, travel, and race morning, with due dates that keep preparation moving. RACE DAY ON YOUR HOME AND LOCK SCREEN See your next race in a Home Screen widget. Follow the final countdown from the Lock Screen, Live Activity, and Dynamic Island, with weather, checklist progress, and a start-line wearable reminder visible when you need them. REMEMBER THE WHOLE RACE Save your result, splits, route, race-day conditions, notes, and what you would change next time. Race history keeps every finish and reflection together across seasons. YOUR FIRST RACE, FULLY UNLOCKED Creating races and connecting wearables are free. For the first race you add, unlimited checklists, travel and logistics, and that race's report are all included at no cost. Premium adds fueling, pace bands, goal analysis, advanced readiness analytics, and unlimited checklists, logistics and race reports across every race. Choose $5.99 monthly or $39.99 annually, each with a 7-day free trial. Prefer one race cycle? Race Block provides 20 weeks of premium access for $24.99. Readiness scores, predictions, and goal analysis are informational and are not medical advice or a substitute for a coach. Terms of Use: https://www.42cal.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.42cal.com/privacy-marathonos

Screenshots

Split Second4 screens
MarathonOS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Split Second at none against MarathonOS's 3. Split Second also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. MarathonOS sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Split Second asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Split Second against 5.0 for MarathonOS. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Split Second versus MarathonOS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSplit SecondMarathonOS
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJackson DawsonEsteban De la Vega

Customer experience

Split Second

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

MarathonOS

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Split Second

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

MarathonOS

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Premium Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Race Block Pass$24.99

Questions

Is Split Second free?
Split Second is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MarathonOS free?
MarathonOS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Split Second or MarathonOS?
Split Second and MarathonOS are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Split Second or MarathonOS have ads?
Neither Split Second nor MarathonOS shows ads.

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