# Walker vs Pedometer

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.

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

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | Walker | Pedometer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (425 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/walker-pedometer-lite/id538115985/reviews) | **[4.6 (939 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-steps-counter-app/id1388197290/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 425 | **939** |
| Positive reviews | 78.6% of reviews | **84.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 17 MB | 105 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.3** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Naoya Araki](https://appshunter.io/developer/435849505) | [Komorebi Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/481596469) |

## What reviewers say

### Walker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/walker-pedometer-lite/id538115985)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Very helpful application
- 👍 Useful and free
- 👍 Great, simple app for walking
- 👍 Ease of use
- 👍 Simple and works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Mileage and calorie count inconsistent
- 🐛 App has to be on stop to work
- 🐛 Does not detect or count steps
- 🐛 Poor accuracy
- 🐛 Notes loss

**Reported bugs**

- App stops working after Apple update
- Stops counting steps when connected to Bluetooth speakers

**Requested features**

- 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


### Pedometer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-steps-counter-app/id1388197290)

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:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium (Monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium (Annual) | $29.99 | per year |
| PremiumService | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked 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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