# Zeno vs Waddle

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Zeno at none against Waddle's 4. Zeno also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Waddle sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Zeno asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Zeno against 5.0 for Waddle. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 6 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | Zeno | Waddle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zeno-steps-for-screen-time/id6757132863/reviews) | [5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waddle-walk-more-scroll-less/id6792769616/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Karthik Sivacharan Loganathan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1864785159) | [Corentin Martins](https://appshunter.io/developer/6792769618) |

## What reviewers say

### Zeno

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zeno-steps-for-screen-time/id6757132863)

This app links physical activity to phone usage, allowing users to earn app time by walking. It helps reduce screen time by creating a positive feedback loop where movement unlocks access to chosen applications.

**Highlights:** Steps-to-Minutes Conversion, App Selection, Morning Block Window, Credit Dashboard, Apple Health Integration, Privacy First

**In-app purchases:** none


### Waddle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waddle-walk-more-scroll-less/id6792769616)

This app encourages physical activity by locking down chosen applications until a daily step goal is met. Users can track their progress on a personal map, compete with friends in leagues, and unlock virtual rewards. It aims to help users reduce excessive screen time by making them earn their digital access through walking.

**Highlights:** Lock chosen apps until step goal is met, Earn extra minutes by exceeding step goals, Explore a walking map of your city, Find and connect with friends, Maintain daily step streaks with freezes, Compete in weekly leagues, Unlock virtual ducks and trophies

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Waddle Premium — Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly — Final Offer | $10.49 | per year |
| Premium Yearly — Gift Offer | $17.49 | per year |
| Waddle Premium — Yearly | $34.90 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Zeno free?

Zeno is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Waddle free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Zeno or Waddle?

Zeno and Waddle are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 8 and 6 ratings respectively.

### Do Zeno or Waddle have ads?

Waddle shows ads; Zeno does not.

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