MidLab vs Motionary
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MidLab
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MidLab — Middle-Distance Training, Scientifically Optimized The training management app built exclusively for 800m-5000m middle-distance runners. ■ Measure Your Fitness with the ETP Test Run our unique ETP (Estimated Threshold Pace) test on a 400m track to accurately determine your threshold pace. MidLab also classifies your performance limiter into three types: • Cardio Limiter — your breathing hits the wall first • Muscular Endurance Limiter — your legs give out first • Balanced ■ Personalized Training Plans [Premium] Based on your ETP and limiter type, MidLab auto-generates a multi-week training plan tailored to your goal race. Scientific periodization — Base > Build > Race > Taper — helps you improve efficiently. • Just set your target race distance and date • Supports 800m / 1500m / 3000m / 5000m • Optimized for your age category and training history • Automatic recovery weeks ■ Extensive Workout Library [Premium] Dozens of workout templates organized across six training zones (Recovery through Repetition). Every pace is auto-calculated from your ETP so you always train at the right intensity. ■ Race Predictions Estimate your 800m-5000m race times based on current fitness. Compare against your personal bests to see your progress. ■ Dashboard • View your current ETP, VO2max, and limiter type at a glance • See today's training session • Track weekly progress • Follow your ETP trend graph to visualize growth ■ Premium Plan • Monthly: $7.99 • Yearly: $69.99 (save 2 months) • Includes a 1-week free trial No coach needed — just science. Push your middle-distance PB with MidLab. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Motionary
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Motionary is an app that helps you find the right exercises for your needs from a library of more than 200 movements and follow along with videos as you work out. ■ Who It’s For For anyone who doesn’t have time to go to the gym but still wants to stay active at home; wants to loosen up a stiff body during breaks from desk work; has struggled to get back into a regular exercise routine; wants to start with low-impact movements due to concerns about their knees or lower back; or wants to fit short exercise sessions into a busy day of childcare or standing work. ■ Quickly Find Exercises by Goal or Situation Simply choose from 12 goals, 15 situations, 10 body areas, 8 categories, and 3 difficulty levels. Whether you’re taking a break from desk work, waking up in the morning, or getting ready for bed, you can quickly find exercises that fit the moment. ■ Easy to Follow with Video Guidance Videos are available for 140 of 159 exercise types. Each exercise includes step-by-step instructions, form tips, precautions, and easier alternatives when the movement feels too difficult, helping you exercise safely and maintain proper form. ■ More Than 60 Ready-Made Courses Choose from 64 guided courses ranging from 3 to 15 minutes, with the exercise order and timing already planned for you. From morning wake-up routines and mobility sessions to relaxing stretches and fall-prevention balance exercises, simply press play and follow along from start to finish. ■ Designed to Help You Stay Consistent Block exercises you don’t like so they no longer appear, and save your favorites to My Folder. Over time, you can build a personalized exercise collection that works for you. ■ Anytime, Anywhere No account registration required, and the app can be used even without an internet connection. Your data is stored only on your device. Available in 6 languages, including Japanese.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Motionary at none against MidLab's 2. MidLab's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs every 10 days). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. MidLab sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Motionary asks for nothing beyond the download.
MidLab ships an update daily, Motionary every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MidLab | Motionary |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Daily — better | Every 10 days |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 284 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MASAMI YAJIRI | Yudai Fukuda |
In-app purchases
MidLab
- MidLab Proプラン(月額)1 Month trial$5.991 Month
- MidLab Proプラン(年額)1 Month trial$59.991 Year
Motionary
No in-app purchases





