Best Marathon Trainer Apps & Games

246+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated November 2026

With an average user rating of 4.5★, the marathon trainer category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 246+ apps and games we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Marathon Trainer Apps & Games (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Runna: Running Plans & CoachRunna: Running Plans & CoachFree4.8★ (36K)NoYesNov 2026
2Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25K®Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25K®Free4.7★ (1.7K)YesYesNov 2026
3Half Marathon 13.1 TrainerHalf Marathon 13.1 TrainerFree4.7★ (5.6K)YesYesNov 2026
4Longrun: Marathon TrainingLongrun: Marathon TrainingFree—NoYesSep 2026
5Nike Run Club: Running CoachNike Run Club: Running CoachFree4.8★ (421K)YesNoNov 2026
6DuoSmartDuoSmartFree4.2★ (19)NoNoOct 2026
7Marathon Training: 42K RunnerMarathon Training: 42K RunnerFree4.8★ (242)NoYesOct 2026
8PaceMaster: Marathon TrainerPaceMaster: Marathon TrainerFree5.0★ (1)NoYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Marathon Trainer

Runna: Running Plans & Coach#1

Runna: Running Plans & Coach by Strava, Inc.

5k to Marathon Training
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😊(36K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#17in Health & Fitness
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This app offers personalized running training plans from beginner 5k to marathon distances, built by expert coaches. It includes strength training, nutrition advice, and community features to support your running journey.

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
Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25K®#2

Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25K® by Zen Labs

42K Run Walk Training
Strong Contender
💪 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
Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer#3

Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer by Zen Labs

21K Run Walk Training by C25K®
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.7😊(5.6K 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

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 👍 Helpful for beginners
  • 👍 Great for training and motivation
  • 👍 Integrates well with Apple Watch and Fitness
  • 👍 Customizable music playback

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional syncing and tracking issues
  • 🔋 Drains battery life
  • 💰 Subscription model change frustrates some users
  • 💰 Paid app now requires subscription for full access

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FAQ about Marathon Trainer

What are the best marathon trainer apps & games for iPhone?
Runna: Running Plans & Coach tops our marathon trainer apps & games ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 36K 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 Runna: Running Plans & Coach and Marathon 26.2 Trainer by C25K®.
Runna: Running Plans & Coach has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 246+ marathon trainer apps & games on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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