# SweatCount vs WalkHero

The clearest difference is rating: SweatCount at 5.0 against WalkHero's 4.4. WalkHero's advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SweatCount sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and WalkHero sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SweatCount holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WalkHero has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

SweatCount ships an update weekly, WalkHero every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SweatCount | WalkHero |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sweatcount-workout-calendar/id6755407742/reviews)** | [4.4 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/walkhero-pedometer-and-steps/id6776888198/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **5** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 21 MB | 96 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Samuli Nivala](https://appshunter.io/developer/1808760399) | [JACOB COX](https://appshunter.io/developer/1785798264) |

## What reviewers say

### SweatCount

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sweatcount-workout-calendar/id6755407742)

This app transforms your workout data into a visual calendar, helping you build consistent fitness habits. Track your progress, set personalized goals, and visualize your streaks to stay motivated. It supports over 30 workout types and syncs with Apple Health.

**Highlights:** Visual workout calendar, Customizable goal setting, Streak tracking, Supports 30+ workout types, Apple Health integration, Smart notifications, Private by design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SweatCount Pro (Monthly) | $5.99 | per month |
| SweatCount Pro Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| SweatCount Pro (Annual) | $34.99 | per year |
| SweatCount Pro Annual | $34.99 | per year |
| SweatCount Pro Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| SweatCount Pro Annual | $49.99 | per year |


### WalkHero

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/walkhero-pedometer-and-steps/id6776888198)

This app helps you achieve your walking goals by tracking your steps, calories, and distance. It offers a simple, visual way to monitor progress and stay motivated with a personalized plan. Optional features include a future progress preview.

**Highlights:** Personalized daily walking goal, Automatic step tracking via Apple Health, Progress tracking (daily, weekly, monthly), Streak building and goal celebration, Active calorie and distance monitoring, Weight-loss walking plan, Optional Future Progress Preview

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Annual 40% Off | $24.99 | per year |
| Premium Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SweatCount free?

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

### Is WalkHero free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SweatCount or WalkHero?

SweatCount is rated higher. SweatCount averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while WalkHero averages 4.4 from 5 ratings.

### Do SweatCount or WalkHero have ads?

Neither SweatCount nor WalkHero shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SweatCount or WalkHero?

SweatCount ships an update weekly, and WalkHero every 8 days. Most recently, SweatCount was updated on October 11, 2026 and WalkHero on October 22, 2026.

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