Total Potential Daily Earnings
From a 10,000 step walk, combining all major apps.
This interactive chart shows each app's contribution to the total daily potential earnings. Hover over any segment to see the specific amount. This highlights how earnings are spread across different platforms, with some contributing significantly more than others.
Get Paid to Walk: App Reviews & Comparison
Each app offers a different balance of earning potential, user experience, and privacy. Use the filters to find apps that match your preferences, or expand each card for detailed considerations.
The Multi-App Strategy
While technically possible to use multiple apps at once, the reality comes with practical challenges. This is what you need to consider before loading up your phone.
✅ The Upside: Technical Feasibility
- ✔Centralized Data: Many apps sync with Google Fit, allowing them to pull the same step count from one source, preventing conflicts.
- ✔Independent Tracking: Apps that don't use Google Fit (like Cashwalk) can run their own trackers alongside it, allowing for concurrent use.
- ✔No Double Counting: Apps are designed to credit your steps only once per day, so you're not cheating the system, just maximizing your platforms.
❌ The Downside: Practical Challenges
- ✖"Effort Creep": Most apps require daily manual check-ins to claim earnings. This turns passive income into an active daily chore list.
- ✖Resource Drain: Running multiple apps, especially those with GPS, can significantly drain your battery and consume mobile data.
- ✖Ad Overload: Juggling apps means navigating a constant stream of notifications, pop-ups, and advertisements.
The Long Walk to a £10 Reward
Earning a meaningful reward takes time. This chart shows the estimated number of days required to earn a £10 gift card from each app, assuming you walk 10,000 steps every single day. This visualization clearly demonstrates the long-term commitment needed.
Is It Worth Your While?
The real value might not be monetary, but in the motivation to stay active. For those considering these apps, the decision hinges on a personal time vs. reward equation. Here's how to decide.
If you walk anyway...
Experimenting with one or two apps might provide a small, occasional reward with minimal extra effort. The key is that it shouldn't feel like a chore.
Monitor Your Resources
Keep an eye on battery drain and data usage. If an app consumes more resources than the reward is worth to you, it's okay to uninstall it.
Set Realistic Expectations
View these apps as a minor bonus, not a side hustle. The health benefits of walking should always be the primary motivation and reward.