# Walkabout vs Steps

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Steps at none against Walkabout's 1. Steps also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (80% vs 50%). Walkabout's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Walkabout sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Steps asks for nothing beyond the download.

Steps holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Steps has 5.5K 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 80% of Steps's.

Walkabout ships an update every 28 months, Steps weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Walkabout | Steps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/walkabout-pedometer-m7/id780319037/reviews) | **[4.7 (5.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-simple-pedometer/id1602546738/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 21 | **5.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **80.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 28 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 6 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Daniel Kiefer](https://appshunter.io/developer/386426588) | [Dasmer Singh](https://appshunter.io/developer/686614183) |

## What reviewers say

### Walkabout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/walkabout-pedometer-m7/id780319037)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove the ADs | $0.99 | one-time |


### Steps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-simple-pedometer/id1602546738)

Track your daily step count and stay motivated to reach your fitness goals. This app offers a simple way to monitor progress with customizable goals and visual celebrations upon achievement. Enjoy a lightweight and user-friendly experience with customizable display options.

**Highlights:** Daily step counting, Home and Lock Screen widgets, Customizable step goal, Visual goal achievement celebration, Light and Dark modes, Small app size

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate step counting
- 🔒 No data collection or ads
- 💡 Useful widget for quick access

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent step counting
- 🔋 Sensitive to phone movement
- 🚫 Lacks integration with Apple Watch

**Reported bugs**

- Steps not syncing correctly
- App changes step totals retrospectively

**Requested features**

- Add distance and pace tracking
- Allow customization of step goal
- Extend historical data view beyond one week


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Walkabout free?

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

### Is Steps free?

Steps is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Walkabout or Steps?

Steps is rated higher. Walkabout averages 4.4 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Steps averages 4.7 from 5.5K ratings.

### Do Walkabout or Steps have ads?

Walkabout shows ads; Steps does not.

### Which is updated more often, Walkabout or Steps?

Walkabout ships an update every 28 months, and Steps weekly. Most recently, Walkabout was updated on October 6, 2026 and Steps on October 14, 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.*