# 10,000 Steps vs Walking Game

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Walking Game at 74% against 10,000 Steps's 29%. Walking Game also leads on rating (4.6 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (176 vs 1). 10,000 Steps's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 17) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Walking Game sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. 10,000 Steps asks for nothing beyond the download.

Walking Game holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Walking Game has 176 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of 10,000 Steps's written reviews are positive against 74% of Walking Game's.

10,000 Steps ships an update every 2 months, Walking Game every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 10,000 Steps | Walking Game |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/10000-steps/id1230221426/reviews) | **[4.6 (176 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/walking-game-explora/id6471017303/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **176** |
| Positive reviews | 29.0% of reviews | **73.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 35 MB | 173 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Central Queensland University](https://appshunter.io/developer/332045719) | [Explora (Apps)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1700887963) |

## What reviewers say

### 10,000 Steps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/10000-steps/id1230221426)

This physical activity program helps you increase daily movement with evidence-based tools and resources. Track your progress, join challenges, and connect with others to achieve your fitness goals. It does not count steps directly but allows manual entry and syncing from other health apps.

**Highlights:** Add steps and activity minutes, Sync steps from Apple Health, View progress graphs and statistics, Access annual Public Leaderboard, Create personalized reminders, Connect with friends and family, Join Monthly Challenges

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Walking Game

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/walking-game-explora/id6471017303)

Transform your daily steps into an engaging walking game. Earn rewards, level up, and complete quests to stay motivated. Compete with friends and players worldwide in monthly challenges to boost your fitness journey.

**Highlights:** Convert steps into XP, Loot & Levels, Complete quests and level up, Compete weekly with global players, Monthly walking challenges with exclusive rewards, Collect unique characters, Build walking streaks, Advanced step tracking & charts

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Explora VIP Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Explora VIP Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Explora VIP Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Weekly Explora Pass Special | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Explora VIP Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Explora VIP Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Explora Game Pass \| Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Rexy Starter Pack - Limited Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10 Boosters - Limited Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| 2,600 Gems | $2.99 | one-time |
| 7,700 Gems - Limited Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| 7,700 Gems | $6.99 | one-time |
| 30,000 Gems - Limited Offer | $12.99 | one-time |
| 30,000 Gems | $22.99 | one-time |
| Explora VIP Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |
| 100,000 Gems Pack | $49.99 | one-time |
| 250,000 Gems Pack | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 10,000 Steps free?

10,000 Steps is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Walking Game free?

Walking Game is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 10,000 Steps or Walking Game?

Walking Game is rated higher. 10,000 Steps averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Walking Game averages 4.6 from 176 ratings.

### Do 10,000 Steps or Walking Game have ads?

Walking Game shows ads; 10,000 Steps does not.

### Which is updated more often, 10,000 Steps or Walking Game?

10,000 Steps ships an update every 2 months, and Walking Game every 2 weeks. Most recently, 10,000 Steps was updated on October 16, 2026 and Walking Game on October 6, 2026.

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