# Trot: Virtual Pet Step Counter — Walk, Level Up, Earn Badges

> Virtual pet companion that motivates walking through real-time step tracking and goal achievement. (iPhone/iPad app by Josh Karnofsky.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trot-virtual-pet-step-counter/id6761860133 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Josh Karnofsky](https://appshunter.io/developer/907335039)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 44 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-07-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-16
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trot-virtual-pet-step-counter/id6761860133/reviews.md

## What is Trot?

Meet your new virtual pet. Trot pairs you with a playful dog that reacts to your steps in real time. The more you walk, the happier your pet gets. Reach your daily goal and your pet lights up. Go a while without moving and your pet gets a little antsy, eager for the next walk.

Every walk also moves your pet forward. Hit your goals and your dog levels up through playful ranks and earns collectible achievements you can look back on.

Trot is a step counter that actually makes you want to move.

KEY FEATURES

• Real-time step tracking - Syncs with Apple Health and your iPhone's motion sensors for accurate, instant step counts.

• A pet that reacts to you - Your pet's mood shifts through the day with your activity: happy, excited, sleepy, or antsy, all based on how much you have moved.

• Daily goals - Set a step goal that fits you and follow it on a friendly dashboard with steps, distance, flights climbed, and active time.

• Streaks - Build a daily walking streak and watch it grow. Trot celebrates every milestone with you.

• Progress and achievements - Level up your pet as you walk and collect achievements for streaks, big days, distance, stairs climbed, sunrise, and weekend walks. Every new badge lands with a celebration.

• Insights and trends - Review recent walks by day and week for free. Trot Pro unlocks your full walking history plus Month and Year Trends.

• Home and lock screen widgets - Keep your pet and your progress one glance away (Trot Pro).

• Gentle reminders - Get a friendly nudge when your pet is antsy for a walk, and a celebration the moment you reach your goal.

TROT PRO

Upgrade to Trot Pro for an ad-free experience, full walking history, Month and Year Trends, Home and Lock Screen widgets, and every challenge pack. The annual plan starts with a free trial.

Real-time step tracking, daily goals, Week Trends, leveling, and the Everyday Habits achievement collection are free. Extra challenge collections are also available as one-time purchases, and anything you unlock stays yours.

PRIVACY FIRST

Your health data stays on your device. Trot reads your steps, distance, flights climbed, and active energy from Apple Health to bring your pet to life, and none of it leaves your iPhone. We never sell your data.

Privacy Policy: https://lambertapps.com/trot/privacy.html
Terms of Use: https://lambertapps.com/trot/terms.html
EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Real-time step tracking
- Interactive virtual pet companion
- Daily step goal setting
- Activity streaks and milestones
- Walking history insights
- Home and lock screen widgets
- Gentle activity reminders

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Trot Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Trot Pro Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trot-virtual-pet-step-counter/id6761860133/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Gets me out and moving!

*2026-07-25*

Ever since I started working from home I’ve been struggling to get my steps in. Now with Trot, my little doggie reminds me when it’s time to go out for a walk. It’s cool to see how my walking activity trends throughout the week and compare it day by day. As long as my little doggie is happy then I’m happy!

### 5/5 — Fun and motivating!

*2026-07-13*

What a great idea! Trot’s dog buddy is a much better way to count steps. Trot has all the tracking features you expect and you just want to make that pup’s tail wag. Giving it a personalized name is a nice touch to make it extra motivating. Five stars!!!

### 5/5 — Best step counter!

*2026-07-11*

I’ve used multiple step counter apps and this is the best one. You can name the dog and it has a lot of cute features. It’s also super easy to track historical steps and goals. The app also has fun surprises when you hit your goal!

## Frequently asked questions about Trot

### Does Trot have ads?

Yes, Trot contains advertisements. As a free application with in-app purchases, it utilizes ads to support its development and features.

### What is Trot Pro?

Trot Pro is a premium subscription that unlocks additional features such as home and lock screen widgets for easier progress monitoring. It offers monthly and yearly plans, with a 7-day free trial for the yearly option.

### How accurate is Trot's step tracking?

Trot syncs with Apple Health and your iPhone's motion sensors for accurate, real-time step counts. This integration ensures reliable data for your virtual pet's reactions and your progress tracking.

### Can I use Trot without an internet connection?

Trot primarily uses your iPhone's motion sensors and Apple Health for step tracking, which can function offline. However, some features or updates might require an internet connection.

### What kind of data does Trot collect?

Trot reads your steps, distance, flights climbed, and active energy from Apple Health to power your virtual pet. The app states that your health data stays on your device and is never sold.

### How does Trot motivate users?

Trot uses a virtual pet dog that reacts to your activity. The pet becomes happier with more steps, and its mood changes based on your movement, encouraging users to reach daily goals and maintain walking streaks.

### What devices is Trot available on?

Trot is currently supported on iPhone. It leverages the iPhone's built-in motion sensors and integrates with Apple Health.

### How often is Trot updated?

Trot was last updated on 2026-07-12 with version 1.0.1. Frequent updates ensure the app remains stable and may introduce new features or improvements.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.1 — 2026-08-11

Say hello to Progress. Every walk now levels up your dog and unlocks collectible achievements to celebrate together.

Level up your pet as you walk, with playful dog ranks to climb.

Earn achievements for streaks, big days, distance, and sunrise walks.

Celebrate every new badge with a card and confetti.

Keep your progress on your Home Screen with a new widget.

The Everyday Habits collection is free. Extra challenge packs come with Trot Pro or a one-time purchase.

### 1.0.1 — 2026-07-12

Trot's first update makes everything a little more dependable, so nothing gets between you and your next walk.

- Steps sync with Apple Health more reliably.
- Celebrations always land at exactly the right moment.
- Fixed reminders that could arrive twice.

Thanks for walking with Trot!

### 1.0 — 2026-07-11

No release notes.

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