Grinds vs Global Steps
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Grinds
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Grinds: Smart Running Record Manager Stop typing, start running! Grinds is the ultimate smart record management app for runners. Just snap a photo of your race certificate, and let our AI handle the rest. No more tedious manual data entryβjust focus on your growth. βΈ AI-Powered Record Extraction - Instant Upload: Simply upload a photo of your race certificate or finisher card. - Smart Recognition: Our AI automatically detects the race name, date, distance, and finish time. - Fast & Accurate: Get precise data extraction in seconds without lifting a finger. βΈ Comprehensive Record Management - Smart Filtering: Organize your achievements by categoryβFull Marathon, Half, 10K, or 5K. - Visual Progress: Track your growth at a glance with intuitive performance charts. - Edit & Refine: Easily view, manage, and edit your record details anytime. βΈ Built for the Community - You Decide the Future: Suggest new features and vote on upcoming updates. - User-Driven Growth: We evolve by listening to your feedback and the running communityβs needs. Manage your running journey smarter with Grinds! Love the grind! Terms of Use & Privacy Policy - Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ - Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/Privacy-Policy-2bca725e0144808a85f4cae7b3565c61?source=copy_link
Global Steps
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Your daily steps have always mattered. Now they determine your rank. Global Steps turns every walk into a live competition where your activity drives real progress on a global leaderboard. Whether you're walking to work, exercising outdoors, exploring your city, or simply staying active throughout the day, every step helps you climb the rankings and compete against walkers from around the world. Unlike a traditional step counter or pedometer, Global Steps transforms fitness into a game. Join a Global leaderboard, compete for your ranking, and prove that your consistency can take you all the way to the top. See how your activity compares on a worldwide scale. Track your position across: * Global rankings * Country leaderboards * 24 Hr rankings * 7 Day rankings * 30 Day rankings Whether your goal is to become the top walker in your country or climb the global leaderboard, there is always a new challenge waiting. Automatic Step Tracking Global Steps works seamlessly with Apple Health and HealthKit to sync your walking data automatically. No manual entry. No complicated setup. No logging workouts by hand. Your iPhone becomes a powerful walking tracker, activity tracker, and fitness companion that works quietly in the background while you focus on moving. Earn Badges and Build Streaks Consistency creates results. Unlock achievement badges, celebrate milestones, and build powerful walk streaks that keep your momentum growing. From your first 10,000-step day to long-term fitness goals, every accomplishment is recognized and rewarded. Built for Motivation Global Steps combines fitness tracking, competition, rankings, rewards, and social motivation into one experience. Perfect for: * Daily walking goals * Fitness motivation * Healthy habits * Activity tracking * Step challenges * Walking competitions The leaderboard is constantly rolling through 24hr, creating a nonstop opportunity to compete, improve, and rise through the ranks. Download Global Steps today and see how far your next step can take you. Global Steps Pro unlocks premium features including country leaderboards, badges, streak tracking, and the complete competitive experience. β Subscription Information Global Steps Pro is an auto-renewing subscription. - Title: Global Steps Pro - Length: 1 month - Price: see in-app paywall for your local price, billed monthly Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://c7pwlih19zxcdhvc5e597-backend.rork.app/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Grinds at 3 against Global Steps's 1. Grinds also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Grinds sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Global Steps sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Grinds ships an update fortnightly, Global Steps every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Grinds | Global Steps |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 2 weeks β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 β better | 18.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 51 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | KyeongRyeol Kim | Ali Tufail |
In-app purchases
Grinds
- Course Premium Monthly$0.991 Month
- Yearly Premium$4.991 Year
Global Steps
- Global Steps Pro$1.991 Month









