Comparison

Walker vs Pedometer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Walker

Track your daily steps, distance, and calories burned with this simple pedometer. View your progress with lists and graphs, and utilize features like goal achievement notifications, a music player, and health data recording for comprehensive self-management.

Highlights
  • Step tracking
  • Distance measurement
  • Calorie calculation
  • Background operation
  • Data visualization (list/graph)
  • Goal achievement notifications
  • Health data recording
Features
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Walker is an application for recording and managing the number of steps. It can carry on running in the background, even if the application is closed. It measures the number of steps taken, the time, the distance, and number of calories burned. You can view the results both as a list and as a graph, so it's suitable for self-management, health management and weight loss. Moreover, the posting on Twitter, the notice function at the time of goal achievement, a music player, a memo and weight, body fat, blood pressure, the recording function of a moving route, etc. Other functions are also rich. Let's walk ! ※ If you use the route tracking and continue use of GPS running will be to decrease battery life. If you using GPS for a long time or you not using an external battery, make sure to keep track of the remaining charge. [Features and Functions] - Compatible with iOS 11. - Health app support. - Post to SNS. - Notifications at the time of target achievement. - Music player. - Record the notes. - Record your weight / body fat. - Record your blood pressure. - Route tracking. [URL scheme] walkerlite: [Difference between paid and free versions] - Paid version is ad-free

About

Pedometer

This app automatically tracks your daily steps, distance, calories burned, and active time using your device's built-in pedometer. It offers easy-to-read reports, goal setting, and even a fun walking game. Additional features include weight and body fat tracking with graphs, notes, and customizable themes.

Highlights
  • Automatic step tracking
  • Calorie and distance monitoring
  • Weight and body fat logging
  • Daily step goal setting
  • Walking game feature
  • Customizable themes and icons
  • Notes and diary function
Features
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Pedometer - Simple Count Steps is a free and easy-to-use step counter app for iPhone. Using your iPhone’s built-in motion sensor, it automatically tracks your daily steps, calories burned, distance, and active time. You can quickly check your progress in clear daily reports, without any complicated setup. The app works in the background, so there’s no need to keep it open all day. It is designed to track your activity simply and reliably while keeping battery usage low. In addition to step tracking, the app also helps with weight management. You can record your weight and body fat percentage, view changes in graphs, and stay motivated as you build healthier habits. There is even a fun challenge mode that lets you see how far you have walked toward circling the globe. [Recommended for] · Anyone who wants a simple, reliable pedometer · Users who prefer large, easy-to-read step counts · People who want to track steps, weight, and body fat in one app · Those who like checking daily progress on a calendar or widget · Anyone looking for a straightforward app for walking or diet habits [Features] · Automatic step tracking using your iPhone · Daily reports for steps, calories, distance, and active time · Calendar view for checking past records · Daily step goals and progress tracking · Weight and body fat logging with graph display · Notes and diary entries for daily records · Custom themes and app icons · Passcode lock for privacy · Weekly step report notifications [FAQ] · Why can I see past step data? → Your iPhone automatically records step data in the background. This app reads that data, so you may be able to view steps from before you installed the app. · Can I use it for free? → Yes. Most features are available for free. Optional premium features, such as ad removal and special themes, are offered through in-app purchases. [Note] This app uses HealthKit and your iPhone’s Motion & Fitness sensor. 【Terms of Service】 https://komorebi-studio.com/tos_en.html 【Privacy Policy】 https://komorebi-studio.com/policyredirect.html

Screenshots

Walker4 screens
Pedometer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Walker at none against Pedometer's 3. Walker also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Pedometer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Walker asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Walker against 4.6 for Pedometer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 425 and 939 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Walker's written reviews are positive against 84% of Pedometer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Walker ships an update every 2 weeks, Pedometer every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Walker versus Pedometer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWalkerPedometer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (425 ratings)4.6 (939 ratings) — better
Positive reviews78.6% of reviews84.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings425939 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS10.3 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB105 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNaoya ArakiKomorebi Inc.

Customer experience

Walker

All ratings425 ratings
Positive89.9%
Neutral5.6%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews103 reviews
Positive78.6%
Neutral6.8%
Negative14.6%

Pedometer

All ratings939 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral3.9%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews171 reviews
Positive84.2%
Neutral5.8%
Negative9.9%

Bugs and requests

Walker

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App stops working after Apple update
  • Stops counting steps when connected to Bluetooth speakers

Requested features

8 requests
  • Calculate average pace
  • Ability to save workouts before resetting data
  • Access music downloaded to iPhone, not just cloud
  • Ability to shut off GPS altogether
  • BMI calculation on weight record
Show 3 more
  • Count distance differently when running
  • Lap feature
  • Sync with other apps like MyFitnessPal

Pedometer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Walker

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Pedometer

Subscriptions2
  • Premium (Monthly)$3.991 Month
  • Premium (Annual)7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • PremiumService$9.99

Questions

Is Walker free?
Walker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pedometer free?
Pedometer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Walker or Pedometer?
Pedometer is rated higher. Walker averages 4.5 out of 5 from 425 ratings, while Pedometer averages 4.6 from 939 ratings.
Do Walker or Pedometer have ads?
Pedometer shows ads; Walker does not.
Which is updated more often, Walker or Pedometer?
Walker ships an update every 2 weeks, and Pedometer every 3 months. Most recently, Walker was updated on October 15, 2026 and Pedometer on October 15, 2026.

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