Best Half Marathon Training Apps

203+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

Out of 203+ half marathon training apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Top Picks for Half Marathon Training

Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer#1

Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer by Zen Labs

21K Run Walk Training by C25Kยฎ
Editor's Choice
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
4.7๐Ÿ˜Š(5.5K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app guides beginners through a 14-week program to train for a half marathon using a run-walk method. It offers audio coaching, progress tracking, and community support to help users complete their first 13.1-mile race.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿ‘ Easy to use
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Helpful for beginners
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Great for training and motivation
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Integrates well with Apple Watch and Fitness

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Occasional syncing and tracking issues
  • ๐Ÿ”‹ Drains battery life
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Subscription model change frustrates some users
Runna: Running Plans & Coach#2

Runna: Running Plans & Coach by Strava Inc.

5k to Marathon Training
Strong Contender
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
4.9๐Ÿ˜Š(31K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#13in Health & Fitness
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This app provides tailored running training plans designed by world-class coaches for all levels, from beginners to marathoners. It offers personalized programs, run tracking, strength training, and a supportive community.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Excellent training plans
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Personalized and customizable
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Variety of workouts
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Seamless integration with fitness trackers

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Occasional syncing issues with Apple Watch
  • ๐Ÿ› Inaccurate pace tracking on treadmill
  • ๐Ÿ”‹ Expensive subscription cost
Half Marathon Trainer: 21K Run#3

Half Marathon Trainer: 21K Run by FITNESS22 LTD

Half marathon training 13.1 mi
Worth Considering
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
4.8๐Ÿ˜(1.6K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides a structured 12-week training program designed to help users progress from a 10K fitness level to completing a half marathon (21K). It features an audio coach for guidance, motivational elements, and progress tracking with achievements.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Easy to follow training plan
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Effective for building up to half marathon
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Variety of workouts (running, intervals, strength)
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Motivating and keeps user on track

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Inconsistent audio prompts and notifications
  • ๐Ÿ› Frequent issues with saving/tracking runs
  • ๐Ÿ› Glitches and crashes

More Half Marathon Training apps to explore

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Nike Run Club: Running Coach
Nike Run Club: Running Coach
Nike Run Club: Running Coach
Workout App & Distance Tracker
Free

This app offers guided runs, training plans, and community challenges to help users start, continue, and enjoy running. It tracks speed, distance, and GPS routes, providing motivation and expert guidance for various fitness levels and goals.

Guided Runs with audio coachingPersonalized Training PlansGPS tracking for speed, distance, and route
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(413K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Strava: Run, Bike, Walk
Strava: Run, Bike, Walk
Strava: Run, Bike, Walk
Suivez vos activitรฉs sportives
Free

Track all your activities, from runs to yoga, and share your progress with friends. Discover new routes, get AI-powered insights, and join challenges. Stay motivated and safe with real-time location sharing.

Record 50+ sport typesAI-powered workout insightsRoute discovery and creation
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(363K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Run Half Marathon
Run Half Marathon
Run Half Marathon
5K, 10K & Marathon Runner Plan
Free

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.

18-week zero to half marathon training scheduleAlternating walk/run intervals with audio cuesGPS tracking for running routes
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(117)
free with in-app purchases
7
Run With Hal
Run With Hal
Run With Hal
Coach-Led Run Plans
Free

This app provides personalized, adaptive training plans for various running distances, from 5K to 50K. It's guided by legendary coach Hal Higdon and adjusts to your progress, schedule, and goals. Features include GPS tracking, daily tips, and progress summaries to help you achieve your running ambitions.

Adaptive training plansPlans for 5K to 50K racesDaily motivation from Hal Higdon
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(2.8K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Map My Run GPS Running Tracker
Map My Run GPS Running Tracker
Map My Run GPS Running Tracker
5K 10K, Half Marathon Training
Free

Track your runs with GPS, get personalized training plans, and real-time stats. This app offers coaching tips, community motivation, and supports over 600 activities. Improve your performance indoors or outdoors.

GPS tracking for distance, pace, and elevationCustomizable training plans for various distancesReal-time audio feedback during runs
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(744K)
free with in-app purchases
9
10K Runner, Couch to 10K Run
10K Runner, Couch to 10K Run
10K Runner, Couch to 10K Run
10K Trainer: 0 to 5K to 10K
Free

This app guides beginners and 5K runners from zero to 10K in 14 weeks using alternating walk/run intervals. It features a human coach voice, music integration, and GPS tracking. Achieve your running goals with this effective, ad-free program.

Walk/run interval trainingGradually increasing run segmentsHuman coach voice guidance
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(38K)
subscription
10
ASICS Runkeeperโ€”Run Tracker
ASICS Runkeeperโ€”Run Tracker
ASICS Runkeeperโ€”Run Tracker
Running App and Training Plans
Free

Track your runs, set personalized goals, and follow guided workouts to improve your fitness. This app offers GPS tracking for various activities, progress monitoring, and motivational features to help you achieve your running ambitions.

GPS activity trackingPersonalized training plansAudio-guided workouts
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(376K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Running Walking Tracker Goals
Running Walking Tracker Goals
Running Walking Tracker Goals
Run, Walk & Jog Mile Distance
Free

Track your running, walking, and biking activities to achieve fitness goals like weight loss or calorie counting. Monitor distance, speed, elevation, and calories burned with voice control and Apple Watch integration. Offers various activity types and customizable goals.

Track distance, time, speed, elevation, caloriesVoice control with SiriApple Watch integration
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(104K)
freemium
12
TrainingPeaks: Plan Train Lift
TrainingPeaks: Plan Train Lift
TrainingPeaks: Plan Train Lift
Triathlon, Cycling, Running
Free

This app offers a comprehensive platform for athletes and coaches to plan, track, and analyze training for endurance sports and strength building. It provides flexible scheduling, actionable insights, and integrated strength training to optimize performance and durability.

Flexible training planningActionable data insightsIntegrated strength training
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Jeff Galloway Run Walk Run
Jeff Galloway Run Walk Run
Jeff Galloway Run Walk Run
Couch to 5K to Marathon
Free

This app offers guided running programs for all levels, from beginners to advanced athletes. It uses a unique run-walk-run method to improve speed and endurance, with customizable workouts and a meal planner.

Run-walk-run timerTraining programs for 5K to marathonCustomizable workouts
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(194)
freemium
14
adidas Running: Run tracker
adidas Running: Run tracker
adidas Running: Run tracker
From Walk to Marathon training
Free

Track your runs and fitness activities with personalized training plans for all levels. Connect with a global community, join challenges, and monitor your progress with detailed stats and expert guidance.

Activity tracking for running, walking, cycling, and morePersonalized training plans for various distancesSyncs with Health Connect and popular devices
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(18K)
ad-supported
15
Marathon training - RunRight
Marathon training - RunRight
Marathon training - RunRight
Half, 10k trainer
Free

This AI-powered running coach offers personalized and adaptive workout suggestions for any distance. It learns your abilities to predict your pace and endurance, syncing directly to your Apple Watch.

AI-powered personalized training plansAdaptive workout suggestionsPredicts pace and endurance
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(5)
freemium
16
Half Marathon- 21K Run App
Half Marathon- 21K Run App
Half Marathon- 21K Run App
Couch to half marathon- 21K
Free

Train for your first 21K run with a comprehensive 12-week program. This app offers audio coaching, interval planning, and motivational tips to build strength and endurance. Track your progress, earn badges, and share achievements with friends.

12-week running programAudio coach guidanceRun/walk strategy
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(254)
free with in-app purchases
17
Half Marathon Training - 21k / 13.1 Mile
Half Marathon Training - 21k / 13.1 Mile
Half Marathon Training - 21k / 13.1 Mile
Train for your half marathon!
Free

This app guides users through a 20-week training program to build stamina and endurance for running a half marathon. It features interval training with audio prompts for running and walking, allowing users to track progress and sync data with Apple Health.

20-week half marathon training planInterval training with audio promptsMusic integration with coach prompts
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(17)
free with in-app purchases
18
Coopah: The Run Coaching App
Coopah: The Run Coaching App
Coopah: The Run Coaching App
5K, 10K, Half & Marathon Coach
Free

This app provides personalized running coaching with adaptive plans that adjust to your fitness and life. It offers daily direction, race readiness scores, and 24/7 expert support to help you achieve your running goals and prevent injuries.

Adaptive coaching plansRace Day Confidence Score24/7 Expert Coaching (AI & human)
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(90)
free with in-app purchases
19
MOTTIV: Run & Triathlon Plans
MOTTIV: Run & Triathlon Plans
MOTTIV: Run & Triathlon Plans
Half, Marathon, 70.3, Ironman
Free

This app provides customized training plans for running and triathlon events, from beginner to advanced levels. It offers personalized workout guidance, nutrition advice, and connects users with a community of endurance athletes.

Personalized training plansRunning and triathlon programsWorkout nutrition advice
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(68)
free with in-app purchases
20
Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25Kยฎ
Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25Kยฎ
Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25Kยฎ
42K Run Walk Training
Free

This app offers a 20-week training program designed for beginners aiming to complete a marathon. It utilizes a run-walk method to reduce impact and injury risk, guided by an audio coach. Features include run mapping, health app integration, and community forums.

20-week run-walk marathon training programAudio coach and alertsMap your run
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases

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