Comparison

StepTeddy vs WalkWars

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

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About

StepTeddy

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Happy Bear, Happy You. StepTeddy turns your daily steps into a game you'll actually want to win. Meet your very own teddy bear who reacts to every step you take - the closer you get to your daily goal, the happier he becomes. Fall behind, and he'll be waiting patiently for you to get moving again. No complicated setup, no accounts, no clutter. Just open the app and start walking. WHY YOU'LL LOVE STEPTEDDY • A bear that reflects your day — Watch your teddy change moods as you move. Hit 100% and see him celebrate. • Automatic step tracking — StepTeddy reads your steps straight from Apple Health. Nothing to press, nothing to remember. • Set your own goal — Aim for 5,000, 10,000, or push for more. Your goal, your pace. • Build a streak — Keep hitting your goal day after day and grow your streak. Don't break the chain! • Freeze protection — Life happens. Use a streak freeze to protect your progress on a rest day. • Collect badges — Earn milestone badges for streaks and big step days. Pin your favorites to show them off. • Home Screen widget — See today's steps and your bear right on your Home Screen, always up to date. • Beautiful & simple — A warm, cozy design in light and dark mode, built to be a joy to open every day. MADE TO KEEP YOU MOVING StepTeddy isn't about pressure or guilt. It's about a little friend who's genuinely happy when you move — and that tiny bit of joy is often all it takes to get off the couch and hit your goal. Whether you're building a healthier habit, staying active, or just want a cute companion for your daily walks, StepTeddy makes every step feel rewarding. PRIVACY FIRST Your health data stays yours. StepTeddy reads your step count from Apple Health and keeps it on your device. No accounts, no tracking, no selling your data. Download StepTeddy today and give your steps a purpose — a happy little bear who can't wait to see you move. SUBSCRIPTION StepTeddy is free to download and unlocks full access with an auto-renewing monthly or yearly subscription. A one-time Lifetime purchase is also available for unlimited access with no recurring charge. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your 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 or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple Account settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://appsbydeniz.github.io/stepteddy/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://appsbydeniz.github.io/stepteddy/terms.html

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WalkWars

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Every step you take builds your creature's strength — and when you challenge your friends to battle, the player who walked more that day hits harder. No grind. No pay-to-win. Just walk. How it works When you start, you choose your creature's element — Fire, Water, Air, Land, or Ether. Each has its own identity, strengths, and moves. Your creature levels up as your step count grows, evolving from a Hatchling all the way to a Mythic warrior. But here's the twist: 80% of your battle power comes from today's steps. A new player who walked 10,000 steps can beat a high-level veteran who spent the day on the couch. History gives you a foundation — the present gives you the edge. Battles Challenge any friend to a battle from their profile. Before it starts, you each secretly assign your three moves — a light attack, a heavy strike, or a block — to three rounds. Neither player sees the other's choices. Once your opponent accepts, the battle resolves instantly: three rounds, winner takes XP. Battles are asynchronous — no need to be online at the same time. Challenge someone on your lunch break and see the result when they accept. A 4-hour cooldown keeps rematches from getting spammy. Elements matter too. Fire beats Land, Land beats Ether, Ether beats Air, Air beats Water, Water beats Fire. If your element has the advantage and the levels are close, your attacks hit 25% harder. The leaderboard See how your creature stacks up against your friends — ranked by level, updated in real time. The leaderboard is a daily reminder that the person who walks most wins most. Built for real life WalkWars is designed to be a reason to walk, not an obligation. No streaks to break, no punishment for rest days. Walk when you can, battle when you want, and watch your creature grow alongside you.

Screenshots

StepTeddy4 screens
WalkWars4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WalkWars at none against StepTeddy's 3. WalkWars also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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. StepTeddy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. WalkWars asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StepTeddy ships an update every 2 months, WalkWars daily. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 4 level
StepTeddy versus WalkWars: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStepTeddyWalkWars
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB44 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperDeniz IlkayaVishu Shukla

In-app purchases

3 purchases

StepTeddy

Subscriptions2
  • StepTeddy Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • StepTeddy Pro Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • StepTeddy Pro Lifetime$19.99
None

WalkWars

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is StepTeddy free?
StepTeddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WalkWars free?
WalkWars is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do StepTeddy or WalkWars have ads?
Neither StepTeddy nor WalkWars shows ads.
Which is updated more often, StepTeddy or WalkWars?
StepTeddy ships an update every 2 months, and WalkWars daily. Most recently, StepTeddy was updated on November 5, 2026 and WalkWars on November 5, 2026.

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