# Run Half Marathon vs Running Trainer

The clearest difference is rating: Running Trainer at 4.9 against Run Half Marathon's 4.2. Running Trainer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 12 months). Run Half Marathon's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Run Half Marathon sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 6 months and Running Trainer sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Running Trainer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Running Trainer has 114K ratings behind it against 119, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Run Half Marathon's written reviews are positive against 79% of Running Trainer's.

Run Half Marathon ships an update every 12 months, Running Trainer monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Run Half Marathon | Running Trainer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (119 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-half-marathon/id779406346/reviews) | **[4.9 (114K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-trainer-tracker-and-coach/id1205237896/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 119 | **114K** |
| Positive reviews | 71.1% of reviews | **79.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 55 MB | 122 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LINKLINKS LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/600375781) | [FITNESS22 LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/383171664) |

## What reviewers say

### Run Half Marathon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-half-marathon/id779406346)

This app provides a structured 18-week training plan to help beginners run a half marathon. It guides users through alternating walking and running intervals, tracks progress with GPS, and offers motivational features. Users can log and share their runs, and receive audio cues for when to run or walk.

**Highlights:** 18-week zero to half marathon training schedule, Alternating walk/run intervals with audio cues, GPS tracking for running routes, Automatic training log saving, Share training logs via social media/email, Motivational cups and reminders

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium - 6 months | $2.99 | per 6 months |
| Map | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5K | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10K | $1.99 | one-time |
| Marathon | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and follow
- 👍 Great for beginners
- 👍 Offers multiple training programs (5K, 10K, Half M, Full M)
- 👍 Motivating and keeps users on track
- 👍 Good for building pace and strength

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🗣️ Voice prompts too quiet
- 🐛 App sometimes cuts off or glitches
- 🐛 App stops running unexpectedly
- 🐛 Inconsistent timer or countdowns
- 🐛 Display is small and hard to read

**Reported bugs**

- App cuts off when taking calls
- App glitches on time
- App sometimes stops running
- App doesn't restart after a call
- App sends notifications late or at wrong times

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app needed
- Link up with Garmin account
- Add distance or time tracking manually
- Dark mode option
- More detailed coaching or pace guidance


### Running Trainer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-trainer-tracker-and-coach/id1205237896)

This app provides accurate running tracking, including pace, distance, calories, and heart rate. It offers voice feedback, music integration, and a history of your running activities to help you improve.

**Highlights:** Accurate distance and time tracking, Pace and calorie tracking, GPS mapping and route tracking, Heart rate and effort zone monitoring, Customizable voice feedback, Integrated music player, Run history and improvement logs

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Upgrade | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium Upgrade | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Upgrade | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Upgrade | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Upgrade | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium Upgrade | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium Upgrade | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Upgrade | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate tracking
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 💡 Customizable settings
- 🚀 Reliable performance
- 👍 Helpful voice prompts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent GPS tracking
- 🐛 Inaccurate pace/distance reporting
- 🔒 Limited customer support
- 🐛 Buggy after recent updates
- 🔒 Paywall for advanced features

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during runs
- GPS disconnects mid-run
- Incorrect calorie/pace calculations

**Requested features**

- Ability to save/share custom routes
- Automatic pause/resume during stops
- Integration with Apple Watch
- More customization options
- Elevation/incline tracking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Run Half Marathon free?

Run Half Marathon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Running Trainer free?

Running Trainer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Run Half Marathon or Running Trainer?

Running Trainer is rated higher. Run Half Marathon averages 4.2 out of 5 from 119 ratings, while Running Trainer averages 4.9 from 114K ratings.

### Do Run Half Marathon or Running Trainer have ads?

Run Half Marathon shows ads; Running Trainer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Run Half Marathon or Running Trainer?

Run Half Marathon ships an update every 12 months, and Running Trainer monthly. Most recently, Run Half Marathon was updated on November 6, 2026 and Running Trainer on November 11, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*