Comparison

Walkabout vs Pedometer & Step Counter

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

Head to head
About

Walkabout

This app tracks your daily steps using your device's motion processor. It helps you understand your activity levels and encourages you to walk more for improved health and reduced risk of chronic diseases.

Highlights
  • Daily step tracking
  • M7 Motion processor integration
  • Health benefits of walking
  • Activity level insights
  • Encourages more walking
Features
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"A walkabout is a rite of passage where young male Aborigines would go on a journey for six months in search of their ancestors path." In todays society most people work behind desks, which is not healthy at all. I could count myself to that category. This is why i made this App. With the help of the new M7 Motion processor you will now realize how many steps you make a day. In my case it helped me realize that I have to go for a walk more often in order to stay healthy. The usual desk job guy only makes about 1500 steps a day! People walking 10000 steps a day, burn between 2000 and 3500 calories. Sport medics and scientists confirmed that walking 10000 steps a day will help you lower your blood pressure, and decreases the risk of diabetes, stroke and heart attack significantly! So go ahead and check your steps daily! Or even better go on a walkabout :-)

About

Pedometer & Step Counter

This app tracks your daily steps, burned calories, and walking distance using your phone's built-in sensor. It offers clear graphs of your progress and syncs with Apple Health. Enjoy a private and battery-efficient step-counting experience with customizable themes.

Highlights
  • Step counting using built-in sensor
  • Calorie and distance tracking
  • Clear progress graphs
  • Syncs with Apple Health
  • Battery saving design
  • No sign-in required
  • Customizable themes
Features
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This pedometer uses the built-in sensor to count your steps. No GPS tracking, so it can greatly save battery. It also tracks your burned calories, walking distance and time, etc. All this information will be clearly displayed in graphs. Just tap the start button, and it starts counting your steps. Whether your phone is in your hand, bag, pocket or armband, it can auto-record your steps even your screen is locked. Save Power This step counter uses the built-in sensor to count your steps. No GPS tracking, so it barely consumes battery power. No locked Features No surprise and hidden charges. You can use all features without having to pay for them. 100% Private No sign-in required. We never collect your personal data or share your information with third parties. Report Graphs The report graphs are the most innovative ever, they are specially designed for mobile devices to help you track your walking data. You can check your last 24 hours’, weekly and monthly statistics in graphs. Sync data to Apple Health. Colorful Themes Multi colorful themes are under development. You can choose your favorite one to enjoy your step counting experience with this step tracker. IMPORTANT NOTE ● To ensure the accuracy of step counting, please input your correct information in settings, because it will be used to calculate your walking distance and calories. ● You are welcome to adjust sensitivity to make pedometer count steps more accurately. ● Because of the device power saving processing, some devices stop counting steps when the screen is locked. ● Step counting is not available for devices with older versions when their screen is locked. It's not a bug. We are sorry to say that we are not able to solve this problem. Best Pedometer Looking for an accurate step counter? Does your pedometer use too much power? Our step counter is the most accurate one you can find and is also a battery saving pedometer. Get our step counter now! Weight Loss Apps Looking for lose weight app? No satisfied weight loss apps? Don't worry, here is the best lose weight app you can find to help you lose weight. Try it now, this lose weight app not only can count steps but also a good weight loss apps. Subscription Terms and Details - Get unlimited access to all features: ① USD $1.99/week without trial ② USD $29.99/year with 7-day trial - The payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. - The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Subscription may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to Account Settings after purchase. - The account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication. Privacy Policy: https://pedometer.leaphealth.fitness/privacypolicy.html Terms of Use: https://pedometer.leaphealth.fitness/terms.html

Screenshots

Walkabout3 screens
Pedometer & Step Counter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Pedometer & Step Counter at 4.9 against Walkabout's 4.4. Pedometer & Step Counter also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 28 months) and ratings volume (13K vs 21). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Walkabout sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Pedometer & Step Counter sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pedometer & Step Counter holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pedometer & Step Counter has 13K ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Walkabout's written reviews are positive against 74% of Pedometer & Step Counter's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Walkabout ships an update every 28 months, Pedometer & Step Counter every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Walkabout versus Pedometer & Step Counter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWalkaboutPedometer & Step Counter
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (21 ratings)4.9 (13K ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews74.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2113K — better
Update frequencyEvery 28 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB114 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaniel KieferLeap Health

Customer experience

Walkabout

All ratings21 ratings
Positive81.0%
Neutral14.3%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Pedometer & Step Counter

All ratings12,930 ratings
Positive98.5%
Neutral0.4%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews906 reviews
Positive74.4%
Neutral7.7%
Negative17.9%

Bugs and requests

Walkabout

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Pedometer & Step Counter

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes or freezes
  • Incorrect calorie/distance calculations
  • Syncing issues between phone and app

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to manually add steps
  • Sync with Apple Watch or other wearables
  • Option to switch between metric and imperial units
  • More customization options for goals and tracking

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Walkabout

One-time1
  • Remove the ADs$0.99
5 purchases

Pedometer & Step Counter

Subscriptions4
  • Premium Weekly7 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Weekly subscription$1.997 Days
  • Annual Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • Annual Premium1 Year trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove ads forever$4.99

Questions

Is Walkabout free?
Walkabout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pedometer & Step Counter free?
Pedometer & Step Counter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Walkabout or Pedometer & Step Counter?
Pedometer & Step Counter is rated higher. Walkabout averages 4.4 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Pedometer & Step Counter averages 4.9 from 13K ratings.
Do Walkabout or Pedometer & Step Counter have ads?
Both Walkabout and Pedometer & Step Counter show ads.
Which is updated more often, Walkabout or Pedometer & Step Counter?
Walkabout ships an update every 28 months, and Pedometer & Step Counter every 2 months. Most recently, Walkabout was updated on October 23, 2026 and Pedometer & Step Counter on October 31, 2026.

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