Comparison

WalkPace Pro vs DeskWalker

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

WalkPace Pro

This interval walking timer uses science-backed methods to improve fitness, strength, and cardiovascular health. Set your workout duration and interval lengths, then follow audio cues to alternate between brisk and easy paces. It integrates with HealthKit and works on iPhone and Apple Watch.

Highlights
  • Interval walking timer
  • Audio cues for pace changes
  • Works with music/podcasts
  • HealthKit integration
  • Apple Watch support
  • Siri Shortcuts
Features
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Get more from every walk — backed by research from the Mayo Clinic. WalkPace Pro is a simple interval walking timer based on the science of alternating fast and slow walking. Studies show this method — sometimes called Japanese walking — delivers better fitness, strength, and cardiovascular results than walking at a steady pace, even when total exercise time is the same. Just set your time, press start, and follow the audio cues. That's it. HOW IT WORKS • Set your total workout time (5–120 minutes) • Choose your fast and recovery interval lengths (1–10 minutes each) • Press Start and walk Clear audio cues tell you when to speed up and slow down — gently interrupting your music or podcast so you never miss a transition. Lock your phone and keep walking. WHY INTERVAL WALKING? Research published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings found that alternating 3 minutes of brisk walking with 3 minutes of easy walking significantly outperformed continuous moderate walking. Participants saw improvements in aerobic fitness, leg strength, blood pressure, and blood sugar control. A separate study found peak aerobic capacity increased 27% in sedentary adults after just 3 months. The protocol is simple, the science is strong, and you don't need to run. FEATURES • Audio cues that play over your music and podcasts • Works on iPhone and Apple Watch (standalone or synced) • Haptic feedback on Apple Watch • HealthKit integration — workouts saved automatically • Siri Shortcuts support • Background operation — lock your phone and keep walking • No account required, no ads, no tracking PERFECT FOR • Walkers who want better results from the time they already spend walking • Adults over 40 looking for a science-backed fitness routine • Anyone returning to exercise who wants something gentle but effective • People who find steady cardio boring and want more structure • Fans of the Japanese walking method who want a purpose-built timer No subscriptions. No complexity. Pay once, use forever.

About

DeskWalker

Features
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You can use this as the full description body (feel free to tweak tone/claims): DeskWalker helps you accurately track your under‑desk walking pad sessions right on your iPhone, with science‑backed estimates for calories, steps, distance and time. It is built specifically for walking pads and treadmill desks, so your movement while working finally counts toward your daily activity goals. Why DeskWalker? Designed for under‑desk walking pads and treadmill desks, not outdoor runs or generic workouts. Uses iPhone motion sensors and Apple Health integration to capture steps even when your watch or default apps struggle on a treadmill. Simple session‑based tracking: tap to start when you step on your walking pad, tap to stop when you’re done. Key features Track steps, distance, calories and duration for every walking pad session. Automatically save workouts to Apple Health so they appear alongside your other activity data. See daily totals and trends from your desk walking, separate from outdoor walks or runs. Works great with common “walking pad” and under‑desk treadmills used in home offices and remote work setups. Private by design: all health data stays on your device and uses Apple’s HealthKit framework. AI Insights powered by Apple Intelligence Perfect for Remote workers and home‑office users with under‑desk treadmills or folding walking pads. Knowledge workers who want to increase daily steps without leaving their desk. Anyone frustrated that their current apps under‑count steps on a walking pad or treadmill desk. Privacy DeskWalker uses Apple HealthKit to read and write step and workout data with your explicit permission. Your health data is stored securely on your device and is never sold or used for advertising. Download DeskWalker today and turn your time at the desk into meaningful movement Privacy Policy: https://deskwalker.jozefowicz.dev/privacy

Screenshots

WalkPace Pro4 screens
DeskWalker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: DeskWalker at every 5 days against WalkPace Pro's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. WalkPace Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and DeskWalker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WalkPace Pro ships an update every 2 months, DeskWalker every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
WalkPace Pro versus DeskWalker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWalkPace ProDeskWalker
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDavid FishRadoslaw Jozefowicz

In-app purchases

1 purchases

WalkPace Pro

One-time1
  • WalkPace Pro$2.49
3 purchases

DeskWalker

Subscriptions2
  • DeskWalker3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$12.99

Questions

Is WalkPace Pro free?
WalkPace Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DeskWalker free?
DeskWalker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WalkPace Pro or DeskWalker have ads?
Neither WalkPace Pro nor DeskWalker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WalkPace Pro or DeskWalker?
WalkPace Pro ships an update every 2 months, and DeskWalker every 5 days. Most recently, WalkPace Pro was updated on September 22, 2026 and DeskWalker on September 19, 2026.

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