# Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker vs Steps

Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker and Steps both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 65% of Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker's written reviews are positive against 49% of Steps's. Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Steps sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker against 4.6 for Steps. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14K and 19K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 65% of Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker's written reviews are positive against 49% of Steps's.

Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker ships an update every 10 days, Steps every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker | Steps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/walkmeter-walking-gps-tracker/id330594424/reviews)** | [4.6 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-step-counter-pedometer/id719208154/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 14K | **19K** |
| Positive reviews | **64.6% of reviews** | 48.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 112 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **16.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Abvio Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/326498707) | [Pumpkin Computer Co., LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1626005358) |

## What reviewers say

### Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/walkmeter-walking-gps-tracker/id330594424)

This app transforms your iPhone into a powerful fitness computer for tracking various outdoor activities. It offers detailed statistics, maps, and training plans, with optional advanced features available through an upgrade. Enjoy private and secure data storage, with options to share your progress.

**Highlights:** GPS tracking for multiple activities, Detailed stats, maps, and graphs, Configurable announcements and intervals, Heart rate and sensor tracking, Automatic stop detection, Live tracking and messaging, Training plans and workout analysis

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Elite Upgrade | $4.99 | per month |
| Elite Upgrade | $9.99 | per year |
| Elite Upgrade | $14.99 | per year |
| Elite Upgrade | $14.99 | per year |
| Elite Upgrade | $14.99 | per year |
| Elite Upgrade | $29.99 | per year |
| Elite Upgrade | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate tracking
- 💡 Detailed statistics and history
- 👍 Customizable features
- 👍 Seamless integration with Apple Watch

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent GPS tracking
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💰 Paid subscription required for full features
- 📢 Intrusive ads in free version
- 🤔 Confusing interface and settings

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Recorded distance/time inaccuracies
- Syncing issues with Apple Health

**Requested features**

- Offline map support
- Interval training mode
- Improved Apple Watch integration
- More accurate elevation and pace tracking


### Steps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-step-counter-pedometer/id719208154)

This app automatically tracks your daily steps, distance, calories burned, and stairs climbed in the background. Set personalized daily goals for activity and monitor your progress over time with clear historical data. It's designed for effortless use and battery efficiency.

**Highlights:** Automatic step tracking, Distance and calorie monitoring, Flights of stairs climbed, Daily goal setting, Daily, weekly, monthly totals, Background operation, Apple Health data import

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Steps Pro Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Steps Pro Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Steps Pro Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Pro | $3.99 | per month |
| Steps Pro Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Steps Pro Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Steps Pro Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Steps Pro Annual | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple to use
- 🚀 Practical and efficient
- 👍 Good design
- 👍 Helps with weight control and health
- 👍 Accurate step counting

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate step/distance tracking
- 🔍 Lacks options to customize settings
- 💸 Too many ads, disruptive to use
- 🔋 Steps not recorded when phone not carried
- 🐛 Inconsistent step/distance reporting

**Reported bugs**

- Steps not accurately counted
- App freezes or lags when opening
- Steps/distance data resets or disappears

**Requested features**

- Add option to track calories burned
- Provide weekly/monthly step history
- Allow conversion between steps and distance (miles/km)
- Implement a premium version to remove ads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker free?

Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Steps free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker or Steps?

Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker is rated higher. Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker averages 4.7 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Steps averages 4.6 from 19K ratings.

### Do Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker or Steps have ads?

Both Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker and Steps show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker or Steps?

Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker ships an update every 10 days, and Steps every 9 days. Most recently, Walkmeter Walking GPS Tracker was updated on October 28, 2026 and Steps on October 28, 2026.

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