Step2Scroll vs Walk Lock
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Step2Scroll
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Every step you take earns screen time. When the balance runs out, your chosen app(s) lock(s). Walk more to unlock them. Step2Scroll is the app blocker that makes your daily steps the currency for app access. No willpower. No timers to set. Just walk. How it works: - Walk -> earn seconds. Earn from 0.1s/step up to 1s/step (adjustable in settings). - Choose which apps to block (currently max one app in free version). Block for example social media to avoid doomscrolling. - When your balance hits zero, blocked apps are locked by iOS Screen Time automatically. - Spend your balance to unlock them for 5, 15 or 30 minutes. - When your unlock session expires, the app(s) are locked again. Tap "Lock Now" any time to lock early. - Track spending in activity tab. Step2Scroll never sends your data anywhere. Step counts come from Apple HealthKit and stay on your device. App blocking runs through Apple's own Screen Time API (Family Controls) - we never see which apps you choose or how you use them. Erase your device-stored data in settings. The app uses iCloud Key-Value Store to sync your daily unlock-time balance across your own devices. This data is stored in your personal iCloud account and is never accessed by us. Stop doomscrolling. Start walking. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Walk Lock
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Stop letting your phone control your time. Earn every minute instead. Walk Lock helps you spend less time scrolling by turning your daily steps into screen time. Instead of relying on willpower, every walk earns you more time to use the apps you choose. Set your daily free screen time, choose which apps require earned time, and decide exactly how many steps unlock one minute. Your progress is automatically tracked with Apple Health, so all you have to do is move. How It Works ⢠Set your daily free screen time allowance ⢠Choose how many steps earn one minute ⢠Select the apps you want to limit ⢠Walk, exercise, or stay active throughout the day ⢠Earn additional screen time automatically ⢠Track everything with the Home Screen widget Move more. Earn more. Scroll with intention. Earn Screen Time, Don't Just Limit It Most screen time apps tell you how much time you've spent on your phone. Walk Lock helps you change how you use it. Instead of blocking your favorite apps completely, every step brings you closer to more screen time. Your movement becomes the reward, making it easier to reduce mindless scrolling and build lasting habits. Features Turn Steps Into Screen Time Every walk, workout, or everyday activity earns additional screen time. The more you move, the more time you unlock. Reduce Mindless Scrolling Break the habit of opening distracting apps automatically. By earning your screen time, every minute feels more intentional. Automatic Apple Health Sync Your daily steps are automatically converted into available screen time using Apple Health. No manual tracking or extra effort required. Make It Your Own Customize Walk Lock to fit your routine: ⢠Daily free screen time ⢠Steps required to earn one minute ⢠App restrictions ⢠Daily activity goals Home Screen Widget See your remaining screen time, earned minutes, daily steps, and progress instantly. Watch your available screen time grow throughout the day without opening the app. Designed for Real Life Whether you're walking the dog, taking the stairs, going for a run, or heading out for a quick errand, every step helps you earn more screen time. Small choices add up. A little more movement today can mean less mindless scrolling tomorrow. Perfect For ⢠Anyone trying to reduce screen time ⢠People who lose hours to endless scrolling ⢠Students who want fewer distractions ⢠Professionals looking to stay focused ⢠Anyone who wants extra motivation to stay active ⢠Families building healthier digital habits together Your phone doesn't have to control your day. Take back your time, stay active, and make every minute count. Walk more. Scroll less. Earn your time. Walk Lock includes a free trial. A subscription is required to continue using it. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Step2Scroll at none against Walk Lock's shown. Step2Scroll also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 9 days). Walk Lock's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Step2Scroll sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Walk Lock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Step2Scroll ships an update every 2 days, Walk Lock every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Step2Scroll | Walk Lock |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days ā better | Every 9 days |
| Ads | No ā better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad ā better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 16.0 ā better |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 79 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Jona Elias Fengler | Yevhenii Ksenych |
In-app purchases
Step2Scroll
- Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
- Pro Yearly$12.991 Year
Walk Lock
- Monthly subscription14 Days trial$5.991 Month
- Annual Subscription$49.991 Year
- Premium Lifetime$79.99









