Best Marathon Trainer Apps & Games

243+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated September 2026

With an average user rating of 4.6★, the marathon trainer category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 243+ apps and games we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Marathon Trainer Apps & Games (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25K®Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25K®Free4.7★ (1.7K)YesYesSep 2026
2Nike Run Club: Running CoachNike Run Club: Running CoachFree4.8★ (418K)YesNoSep 2026
3Runna: Running Plans & CoachRunna: Running Plans & CoachFree4.9★ (34K)NoYesSep 2026
4Marathon Training: 42K RunnerMarathon Training: 42K RunnerFree4.8★ (240)NoYesSep 2026
5Half Marathon 13.1 TrainerHalf Marathon 13.1 TrainerFree4.7★ (5.6K)YesYesSep 2026
6Strava: Run, Bike, WalkStrava: Run, Bike, WalkFree4.8★ (372K)YesYesSep 2026
7PaceMaster: Marathon TrainerPaceMaster: Marathon TrainerFree5.0★ (1)NoYesAug 2026
8Marathon Training - Road RaceMarathon Training - Road RaceFree5.0★ (3)NoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Marathon Trainer

Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25K®#1

Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25K® by Zen Labs

42K Run Walk Training
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
4.7😐(1.7K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great progression & motivation
  • 👍 Easy and fun to use
  • 👍 Helpful for first-time marathoners
  • 👍 Keeps user accountable and motivated

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes, freezes, and malfunctions
  • 💰 Subscription model changes after initial purchase
  • 💰 Requires additional purchases for full functionality
  • 🔋 Drains battery when screen is locked
  • 👎 Run/walk intervals not suitable for all users
Nike Run Club: Running Coach#2

Nike Run Club: Running Coach by Nike, Inc

Workout App & Distance Tracker
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😊(418K ratings)
FreeAds
#47in Health & Fitness
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent coaching and guided runs
  • 👍 Motivating and encouraging
  • 📊 Comprehensive tracking and analytics
  • 🎨 Customizable run colors and levels
  • 🤝 Supportive community and challenges

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Sync and connectivity issues
  • 🤔 Confusing or unintuitive features
  • 🔍 Inaccurate distance and pace tracking
  • 🔧 Buggy updates and crashes
  • 🙄 Repetitive and scripted audio
Runna: Running Plans & Coach#3

Runna: Running Plans & Coach by Strava, Inc.

5k to Marathon Training
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.9😊(34K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#15in 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

  • 🚀 Excellent training plans
  • 👍 Personalized and customizable
  • 👍 Variety of workouts
  • 👍 Seamless integration with fitness trackers
  • 👍 Helpful audio cues during runs
  • 👍 Detailed performance tracking
  • 👍 Structured approach to running and strength training
  • 👍 Responsive and supportive customer service

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional syncing issues with Apple Watch
  • 🐛 Inaccurate pace tracking on treadmill
  • 🔋 Expensive subscription cost
  • 🔒 Lack of flexibility to modify workouts

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FAQ about Marathon Trainer

What are the best marathon trainer apps & games for iPhone?
Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25K® tops our marathon trainer apps & games ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 1.7K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top marathon trainer apps & games we rank are free to download, including Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25K® and Nike Run Club: Running Coach.
Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25K® shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 243+ marathon trainer apps & games on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25K® is an official marathon training app designed for beginners. It provides a 20-week program that uses a blend of running and power walking to help users complete a full 26.2 (42k) marathon.
Key features include a proven 20-week run-walk training program (with a free first week), a convenient audio coach and alerts, the ability to map your run, light and dark modes, health app integration, and access to community forums with other runners.

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