What is the best alternative to Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer on iPhone?

10K Runner, Couch to 10K Run, S tier, #1 in run-walk training.

Is there a free alternative to Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer?

Yes: 10K Runner, Couch to 10K Run (S tier, #1) is free to download, with in-app purchases.

Does anything rank above Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer?

Yes. 2 apps rank above it in run-walk training: 10K Runner, Couch to 10K Run (#1), None to Run: Beginner, 5K, 10K (#2).

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Best Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer Alternatives for iPhone (2026)

Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer is A tier, #3 of 9 in run-walk training. Here is everything that competes with it on iPhone, in tier order.

1
10K Runner, Couch to 10K RunShigher tier
Free + IAP · ★ 4.9 · 38,814 ratings · score 95
Running training app that moves beginners from Couch to 5K, then 5K to 10K, using walk and run intervals, a coach voice
2
None to Run: Beginner, 5K, 10KShigher tier
Free + IAP · ★ 4.8 · 5,168 ratings · score 90
Guided running and walking plans for beginners, with later plans for 5K, 10K and half marathon training.
4
iRun. Couch to Runner : Run 5kA
Free download · ★ 4.8 · 5,274 ratings · score 84
Free Health & Fitness app that builds a personalized walk-run plan to help beginners work up to a 5K in about eight.
5
RUN - Running Club & TrackerA
Free + IAP · ★ 4.8 · 4,799 ratings · score 80
Running tracker that records workouts without GPS signal, with a beginner walk/run plan, streaks, badges and Apple.
6
Couch to 5K® - Run trainingB
$4.99 · ★ 4.6 · 4,725 ratings · score 77
Guided nine-week training app that helps new runners build up to finishing a 5K (3.1-mile) race.
7
5K Run: Beginner Training planC
Free download · ★ 4.7 · 2,169 ratings · score 61
Beginner running plan that builds toward a 5K with flexible workout windows, voice cues for run and walk, and HealthKit.
8
Zombies, Run! 5k TrainingD
Free download · ★ 4.8 · 3,000 ratings · score 58
An 8-week audio running program for beginners that builds up to running 5km, with a story delivered through headphones.
9
Get RunningF
$2.99 · ★ 4.9 · 2,176 ratings · score 44
Couch to 5K running plan with a human voice coach, three workouts a week over nine weeks, and a Run Clock.

Questions people ask

What is the best alternative to Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer on iPhone?: 10K Runner, Couch to 10K Run, S tier, #1 in run-walk training.
Is there a free alternative to Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer?: Yes: 10K Runner, Couch to 10K Run (S tier, #1) is free to download, with in-app purchases.
Does anything rank above Half Marathon 13.1 Trainer?: Yes. 2 apps rank above it in run-walk training: 10K Runner, Couch to 10K Run (#1), None to Run: Beginner, 5K, 10K (#2).

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