# Steps Unlock vs WalkBlock

The clearest difference is rating: WalkBlock at 4.8 against Steps Unlock's 3.7. WalkBlock also leads on ratings volume (36 vs 3). Steps Unlock's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.5). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Steps Unlock sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and WalkBlock sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

WalkBlock holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WalkBlock has 36 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Steps Unlock ships an update every 5 days, WalkBlock every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Steps Unlock | WalkBlock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-unlock-focus-app-block/id6738957228/reviews) | **[4.8 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/walkblock-screen-time-control/id6756827348/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **36** |
| Positive reviews | — | 82.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 44 MB | 164 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vividplay studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1783129996) | [Esnap Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1827811872) |

## What reviewers say

### Steps Unlock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-unlock-focus-app-block/id6738957228)

This app locks distracting applications until you meet a daily step goal. Earn unlock time by walking, promoting discipline and reducing screen time without guilt. It's designed for users seeking to break phone addiction and improve focus.

**Highlights:** App Blocker & App Lock, Screen Time Control with Step Goals, Step Tracker & Pedometer, Timed Unlock Sessions, Emergency Access, Custom Daily Limits

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly with free trial | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Steps Unlock – Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Steps Unlock – Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Steps Unlock – Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Steps Unlock – Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Steps Unlock – Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |


### WalkBlock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/walkblock-screen-time-control/id6756827348)

This app encourages physical activity by linking your steps to unlocking your phone's apps. Earn your screen time by walking, block distractions until you meet your daily step goal, and enjoy your apps guilt-free while improving your health.

**Highlights:** Step-based app blocker, Integrates with Apple HealthKit, Customizable daily step goals, Achievement and streak tracking, App and category blocking, Detailed statistics and progress tracking

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Walkblock Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Walkblock Pro Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Walkblock Pro Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Walkblock Pro Yearly | $11.99 | per year |
| Walkblock Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Walkblock Pro Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |
| Walkblock Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Steps Unlock free?

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

### Is WalkBlock free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Steps Unlock or WalkBlock?

WalkBlock is rated higher. Steps Unlock averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while WalkBlock averages 4.8 from 36 ratings.

### Do Steps Unlock or WalkBlock have ads?

Neither Steps Unlock nor WalkBlock shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Steps Unlock or WalkBlock?

Steps Unlock ships an update every 5 days, and WalkBlock every 9 days. Most recently, Steps Unlock was updated on October 24, 2026 and WalkBlock on October 24, 2026.

---

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