StepMap vs Stepado
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
StepMap
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StepMap is a location-based fitness game that turns your daily walk into real-world territory. Every step you take grows your footprint on the map; every loop you close becomes a new patch of land you own. WHY STEPMAP ⢠Walking is no longer just step counting ā set goals, draw routes, claim land. ⢠Synced with Apple Watch and the Health app ā no manual counters. ⢠Fitness habits (streaks, pace, calories, daily goal) combined with game mechanics (territory ownership, emojis, teams). ⢠Sign in with Apple or Google in five seconds and start walking. THE CORE LOOP 1. Tap "Start" ā your GPS marks the origin. 2. Walk and a live polyline draws behind you while your step counter ticks up in real time. 3. Return close to your starting point and the loop closes automatically. 4. The closed route becomes a polygon ā your territory, pinned to the map. 5. Drop an emoji (cactus, rock, mountain, tree) onto it. The emoji's HP equals the steps you spent on that walk. FITNESS FIRST ⢠Daily step goal tracking (default 10,000 steps) ⢠Streak counter ā uninterrupted active days ⢠Live pace (min/km) and calorie estimate ⢠Weekly and monthly progress stats ⢠Automatic data from Apple Watch and the Health app GAME LAYER ⢠Sign your territory with an emoji ā other players can see it. ⢠Encirclement (v2): draw a longer loop that fully contains someone's territory to take it over. ⢠Tap-to-destroy (v2): repeatedly tap an enemy emoji to drain its HP and neutralize the territory. TEAMS ⢠Build a team of up to 20 walkers. ⢠Choose before each walk: personal or team-attributed. ⢠Team leaders see member stats and export them as CSV or JSON. PREMIUM (Optional) ⢠Premium unlocks one 48-hour territory shield per month on your newest capture. ⢠Shielded territory can't be encircled or destroyed. ⢠The free tier is fully playable ā premium only adds the protective shield. ⢠StepMap Premium is an auto-renewable monthly subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at purchase confirmation and renews automatically each month unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. ⢠Terms of Use (EULA): https://stepmap-legal.pages.dev/terms ⢠Privacy Policy: https://stepmap-legal.pages.dev/privacy PRIVACY ⢠Location is only read during an active walk. ⢠Health data stays on your device and is never uploaded. ⢠Social sign-in only ā no passwords stored. SUPPORTED DEVICES ⢠iPhone (iOS 17+) ⢠Apple Watch (via HealthKit) CONTACT For feedback and bug reports: stepmap-legal.pages.dev Happy walking.
Stepado
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Walk more. Explore more. Unlock your world. Stepado turns your daily steps into an adventure. Every route you walk is recorded on your own map ā and the more you move, the more of the world you reveal. It's the fun way to hit your step goal: not by staring at a number, but by exploring. EXPLORE & UNLOCK YOUR MAP As you walk, Stepado uncovers the streets and areas you've been. Watch your personal map light up over time and turn your city into a world worth discovering. The fog clears wherever your feet take you. TRACK EVERY STEP Accurate step, distance, and calorie tracking powered by your iPhone's motion sensors. See your daily progress at a glance and stay motivated to reach your goal. PLAN SMART ROUTES Let Stepado suggest walking loops from your location for your exact step goal ā pick one, tweak it, and head out. Or draw your own route by tapping the map. See distance, time, calories, and how much new ground you'll unlock before you go. RECORD YOUR WALKS Start a walk and Stepado follows your path live with GPS, then saves the route, distance, and steps so you can look back on every adventure. SET A GOAL THAT FITS YOU During setup, Stepado uses your body metrics to estimate your stride and calories, so your distance and energy numbers are personalized ā not generic. YOUR STATS, BEAUTIFULLY Review your steps, distance, calories, and explored areas in a clean, motivating dashboard designed to keep you coming back. WHY YOU'LL LOVE STEPADO ⢠A gamified reason to walk more every day ⢠A personal map that grows with every step ⢠Smart, goal-based route suggestions ⢠Accurate step, distance & calorie tracking ⢠Personalized to your body and your goal ⢠Clean, distraction-free design Stepado is built for people who want to move more, see their progress, and rediscover the world right outside their door ā one step at a time. Lace up. Step out. Explore. Subscription required for full access. Pricing shown in the app. Privacy Policy: https://checkered-provelone-ca3.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-Stepado-38e7311cc41380ebbfaae187c96b1094 Terms of use: https://checkered-provelone-ca3.notion.site/Terms-of-Use-Stepado-38e7311cc41380da9bdac7b70e1696ab EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: StepMap at none against Stepado's shown. StepMap also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 4 days). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. StepMap sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and Stepado sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
StepMap ships an update daily, Stepado every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | StepMap | Stepado |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Daily ā better | Every 4 days |
| Ads | No ā better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 ā better | 17.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 63 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Semih Silistre | Martin Lorer |
In-app purchases
StepMap
- Premium Membership (Monthly)$4.991 Month
Stepado
- Weekly$7.997 Days
- Monthly$14.991 Month
- Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year









