# Wahoo vs XWalk

The clearest difference is rating: Wahoo at 4.7 against XWalk's 2.2. Wahoo also leads on ratings volume (43K vs 6) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). XWalk's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Wahoo sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and XWalk sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Wahoo holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wahoo has 43K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Wahoo's written reviews are positive against 25% of XWalk's.

Wahoo ships an update fortnightly, XWalk every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Wahoo | XWalk |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (43K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wahoo/id391599899/reviews)** | [2.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xwalk-nordic-walking-tracker/id1531591856/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **43K** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | **42.5% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 383 MB | 111 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Wahoo Fitness](https://appshunter.io/developer/359225354) | [Brian Kayfitz Development Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/6803143226) |

## What reviewers say

### Wahoo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wahoo/id391599899)

This app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a powerful fitness tool for tracking workouts across various activities like running, cycling, and strength training. It offers detailed analysis of your training zones, activity history, and allows seamless integration with Bluetooth sensors and Wahoo hardware for a comprehensive training experience.

**Highlights:** Record indoor and outdoor workouts, Visualize training zones (power, heart rate), Analyze activity history with GPS routes, Pair Bluetooth sensors (heart rate, power, speed), Connect and update Wahoo devices, Control KICKR smart bikes and trainers, Share workouts to training platforms

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Wahoo Core | $4.99 | per month |
| Wahoo | $17.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Tracks more than just pace and heart rate
- 🚀 GPS tracking is sound
- 👍 Audio announcements have good options
- 👍 Works well with Zwift
- 👍 Provides a consistent training experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently, especially for long workouts
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly even in battery saving mode
- 🔒 Requires mandatory account creation and data sharing
- 🐛 Unreliable GPS and cadence tracking
- 🐛 Inconsistent distance and calorie measurements

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when connecting to trainer
- Fails to record GPS, heart rate, and other sensor data
- Syncing issues with Strava and other platforms
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between workout types

**Requested features**

- Allow customization of data screens
- Add ability to create and load pre-set workouts
- Improve Strava and Apple Health integration
- Bring back offline workout editing
- Add an Apple Watch app for better integration


### XWalk

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xwalk-nordic-walking-tracker/id1531591856)

Track your walking distance, calories burned, and progress with customized reminders and virtual challenges. Simulate famous trails and set clear goals to stay inspired and active on your fitness journey.

**Highlights:** Track walking distance and calories burned, Set customized reminders, Map and track progress, Simulate famous trails, Set clear fitness goals, Virtual challenges

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| XWalk Unlimited | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Wahoo free?

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

### Is XWalk free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Wahoo or XWalk?

Wahoo is rated higher. Wahoo averages 4.7 out of 5 from 43K ratings, while XWalk averages 2.2 from 6 ratings.

### Do Wahoo or XWalk have ads?

Neither Wahoo nor XWalk shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Wahoo or XWalk?

Wahoo ships an update fortnightly, and XWalk every 2 months. Most recently, Wahoo was updated on November 12, 2026 and XWalk on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*