# Walk the Distance vs The Conqueror Challenges

The clearest difference is ratings volume: The Conqueror Challenges at 12K against Walk the Distance's 1.3K. On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Walk the Distance sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and The Conqueror Challenges sells 65 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Walk the Distance against 4.8 for The Conqueror Challenges. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Conqueror Challenges has 12K ratings behind it against 1.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of Walk the Distance's written reviews are positive against 80% of The Conqueror Challenges's.

Walk the Distance ships an update every 10 days, The Conqueror Challenges fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Walk the Distance | The Conqueror Challenges |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/walk-the-distance/id634548793/reviews)** | [4.8 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-conqueror-challenges/id1539543704/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1.3K | **12K** |
| Positive reviews | **86.2% of reviews** | 80.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 83 MB | 155 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Virtual Walk LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/634548796) | [Actionary Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577865113) |

## What reviewers say

### Walk the Distance

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/walk-the-distance/id634548793)

Turn your daily steps into an adventure by walking iconic trails virtually. Track your progress on real maps, unlock checkpoints, and compete with friends. Ideal for fitness goals, weight loss, or building a walking habit.

**Highlights:** Walk iconic virtual trails, Syncs with Apple Health, Fitbit, Garmin, Unlock real waypoints and landmarks, Compete with friends on leaderboards, Group step challenges, Corporate wellness programs

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Membership | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Membership (yearly) | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Motivating and engaging
- 🌳 Informative about trail landmarks
- 👥 Ability to track friends' progress
- 💪 Keeps users active and walking
- 🌐 Virtual hiking experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Data loss when upgrading devices
- 💰 Paid content required for full experience
- 🧭 Lacking satellite map view
- 📱 Compatibility issues with some devices
- 🔄 Difficulty resuming previous walks

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after recent iOS update
- Unable to create custom password

**Requested features**

- More trail options (e.g. PCT, Ireland, Australia)
- Ability to send messages to friends on the trail
- Elevation and weather information for trails
- Panoramic views of trail landmarks
- One-time purchase option for all trails


### The Conqueror Challenges

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-conqueror-challenges/id1539543704)

Complete virtual fitness challenges and earn real medals. Track your progress by running, walking, or cycling, and sync data from popular fitness apps. Explore challenges based on famous global routes.

**Highlights:** Virtual fitness challenges, Earn real finisher medals, Track progress via activity, Sync with Apple Health, Sync with other fitness apps, Explore global routes

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

**In-app purchases (65)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dublin | $19.99 | one-time |
| Paris | $19.99 | one-time |
| Marathon to Athens | $19.99 | one-time |
| Rome | $19.99 | one-time |
| Dia de Los Muertos | $19.99 | one-time |
| Jesus | $19.99 | one-time |
| Thanksgiving 2026 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Transylvania | $19.99 | one-time |
| Fiji | $19.99 | one-time |
| London | $19.99 | one-time |
| Grand Canyon | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pandas of China | $19.99 | one-time |
| Tokyo | $19.99 | one-time |
| Amazon | $19.99 | one-time |
| Route 66 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Barcelona | $19.99 | one-time |
| Salem Witch Trials | $19.99 | one-time |
| Vikings | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mississippi River | $19.99 | one-time |
| Conqueror 2026 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Thanksgiving 2025 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Animal Conservation | $19.99 | one-time |
| Appalachian Trail | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pacific Crest Trail | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mother's Day | $19.99 | one-time |
| Nakasendo Trail | $19.99 | one-time |
| Vietnam Coast | $19.99 | one-time |
| Silk Road | $19.99 | one-time |
| Great Wall | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lake District | $19.99 | one-time |
| Conquer 2025 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Great Barrier Reef | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mt Everest | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lands End to John O'Groats | $19.99 | one-time |
| Camino de Santiago | $19.99 | one-time |
| Fjords of Norway | $19.99 | one-time |
| Inca Trail | $19.99 | one-time |
| Amalfi Coast | $19.99 | one-time |
| Flower Route | $19.99 | one-time |
| Washington DC | $19.99 | one-time |
| Rocky Mountains | $19.99 | one-time |
| Florida Keys | $19.99 | one-time |
| Giza Pyramids | $19.99 | one-time |
| Singapore | $19.99 | one-time |
| Ring of Kerry | $19.99 | one-time |
| Road to Hana | $19.99 | one-time |
| New York City | $19.99 | one-time |
| North Coast | $19.99 | one-time |
| Berlin Wall | $19.99 | one-time |
| Banff | $19.99 | one-time |
| Yellowstone | $19.99 | one-time |
| Wales Coast Path | $19.99 | one-time |
| Nightmare before Christmas | $29.99 | one-time |
| Avengers | $29.99 | one-time |
| Toy Story | $29.99 | one-time |
| Star Wars | $29.99 | one-time |
| Jujutsu Kaisen | $29.99 | one-time |
| The Mandalorian | $29.99 | one-time |
| The Hobbit | $29.99 | one-time |
| Star Wars: Luke | $29.99 | one-time |
| Harry Potter | $29.99 | one-time |
| Game of Thrones | $29.99 | one-time |
| Return of the King | $29.99 | one-time |
| Scooby-Doo! | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lord of the Rings | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great motivator
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly app
- 🌳 Environmentally-friendly with tree planting
- 🏅 Beautiful and high-quality medals
- 🌍 Interesting virtual journeys and street views

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sync issues with Apple Health/Watch
- 💰 Challenges can be expensive
- 🤔 Confusing navigation in some areas
- 🕰️ Slow data sync and updates

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen issues
- Inconsistent distance tracking and recording
- Referral program not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Leaderboard feature
- More city-based challenges with virtual tours
- Ability to store challenge codes for future use
- Improved data sync with fitness trackers
- Separate total distance tracking for each challenge


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Walk the Distance free?

Walk the Distance is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is The Conqueror Challenges free?

The Conqueror Challenges is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Walk the Distance or The Conqueror Challenges?

Walk the Distance is rated higher. Walk the Distance averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while The Conqueror Challenges averages 4.8 from 12K ratings.

### Do Walk the Distance or The Conqueror Challenges have ads?

Neither Walk the Distance nor The Conqueror Challenges shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Walk the Distance or The Conqueror Challenges?

Walk the Distance ships an update every 10 days, and The Conqueror Challenges fortnightly. Most recently, Walk the Distance was updated on November 1, 2026 and The Conqueror Challenges on November 2, 2026.

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