# ChiWalking vs Frequency

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Frequency at 85% against ChiWalking's 22%. Frequency also leads on price (Free vs $2.99) and rating (4.7 vs 2.2). ChiWalking's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Frequency is free to download; ChiWalking costs $2.99 up front. ChiWalking sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Frequency sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Frequency holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Frequency has 2.4K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of ChiWalking's written reviews are positive against 85% of Frequency's.

ChiWalking ships an update every 35 months, Frequency every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ChiWalking | Frequency |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [2.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chiwalking/id682170196/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frequency-healing-sounds/id684672780/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **2.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 22.2% of reviews | **84.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 35 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 311 MB | 218 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ChiLiving, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/633529579) | [BrainPower Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1560966870) |

## What reviewers say

### ChiWalking

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chiwalking/id682170196)

Improve your walking technique and boost your fitness with guided video lessons and audio prompts. Learn to walk farther with less effort, burn fat, and enhance your well-being through mindful movement.

**Highlights:** Video lessons for walking technique, Audio prompts for focus, Guided walks with interval cues, Track distance, pace, and calories, Map walking routes, Log walk notes

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Strengthen your Core | $0.99 | one-time |
| Improve Your Balance | $0.99 | one-time |
| Strengthen Your Heart | $0.99 | one-time |
| Reduce Stress | $0.99 | one-time |
| Increase your Energy | $0.99 | one-time |


### Frequency

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frequency-healing-sounds/id684672780)

Experience research-backed sound therapy designed to promote deep sleep, ease physical discomfort, and foster emotional calm. This app utilizes specific healing frequencies to guide your body into a state of recovery, helping you wake up feeling refreshed and more like yourself.

**Highlights:** Research-backed healing frequencies, Supports deep sleep and natural awakening, Eases physical tension and discomfort, Promotes emotional calm and clarity, Science-informed sound therapy approach, Library of hundreds of sessions

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Daily Monthly Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Auto Renew Special Sale Year | $24.99 | per year |
| New User Yearly Option | $29.99 | per year |
| Trial for new in guide page | $29.99 | per year |
| Frequency Special Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Daily Annual Subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| Trial offer for new | $34.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription Trial | $35.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription with Trial | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlock 2 Years VIP | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Relaxing and soothing sounds
- 🚀 Helps with sleep and relaxation
- 🚀 Variety of healing frequencies
- 👍 Improves mental and physical health
- 👍 Calms the nervous system

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional playback issues
- 🔒 Subscription required for full access
- 🔒 Misleading pricing information
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with some devices

**Reported bugs**

- App crashing or freezing
- Playback stopping when device goes to sleep
- Inconsistent volume and sound quality

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize frequency settings
- Option to purchase individual frequencies
- Improved search and organization of content
- Ability to play in the background while device is locked


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ChiWalking free?

ChiWalking costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Frequency free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ChiWalking or Frequency?

Frequency is rated higher. ChiWalking averages 2.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Frequency averages 4.7 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do ChiWalking or Frequency have ads?

Neither ChiWalking nor Frequency shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ChiWalking or Frequency?

ChiWalking ships an update every 35 months, and Frequency every 2 weeks. Most recently, ChiWalking was updated on November 6, 2026 and Frequency on November 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*