Take a Walk 2.5

Take a Walk 2.5

Softex Data  ❘ Commercial
iOS
Latest Version
2.5
Safe to install
EXCELLENT User Rating

This walking application offers notable privacy and functionality benefits, making it suitable for users seeking a discreet and effective fitness aid. It operates independently of social media platforms, ensuring no data is transmitted outside the device, which is an important consideration for privacy-conscious users.

The app is specifically designed to facilitate daily walking routines, which can significantly contribute to overall health when consistent activity is maintained. One common challenge in physical activity adherence—motivational decline or absence of triggering cues—is addressed effectively through this application.

If you require an additional prompt to initiate or maintain your walking regimen, this app presents a valuable solution. It encourages daily activity by awarding virtual "Gold Stars" for meeting set distance goals, thereby providing motivation without invasive notifications.

Meet Bobby, the app's virtual personal trainer, who aims to assist you in establishing a daily walking habit. If a day is missed, Bobby will send you an encouraging reminder message and display a red badge on the app icon to alert you. Reminders are scheduled at a configurable time and will activate even if the app is not actively running, supporting consistent engagement.

Users can minimize reminders and red badge notifications by adhering to daily walking targets. The default goal is set at 1 kilometer or mile per day, configurable in either metric or imperial units. Achieving the target rewards you with a Gold Star; exceeding it by walking 2 kilometers or miles grants a second star and allows you to omit the following day's walk if desired. The app prevents recording trips at speeds typical of motor vehicles to maintain data integrity.

For those interested in alternative activities such as jogging or cycling, the daily distance can be customized accordingly. The user interface is designed to be intuitive and straightforward, accommodating various preferences for weekly start days and setting specific parameters like start date and daily distance.

The app features a weekly calendar view displaying detailed records of daily exercises and allows for the designation of excused absences. Users can view their walking paths on a map within the app for visual motivation. During walks, the app runs in the background, enabling users to listen to music or make calls without interruption.

The application relies on iPhone’s location services, which may affect battery consumption; users are advised to verify positioning accuracy via the standard Maps application before purchase. Notifications are provided for unpressed stop buttons to ensure location tracking remains accurate.

It is important to note that no data is transmitted outside the iPhone, emphasizing privacy and local data security. Continued GPS usage may significantly drain battery life, so users should consider this aspect when using the app extensively.

Overview

Take a Walk is a Commercial software in the category Home & Hobby developed by Softex Data.

The users of our client application UpdateStar have checked Take a Walk for updates 63 times during the last month.

The latest version of Take a Walk is 2.5, released on 06/19/2025. It was initially added to our database on 06/19/2025.

Take a Walk runs on the following operating systems: iOS.

Users of Take a Walk gave it a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Pros

  • Simple and user-friendly interface.
  • Good for tracking basic daily steps.
  • Lightweight and doesn't consume many resources.
  • Accurate step counting using phone sensors.

Cons

  • Limited features compared to more comprehensive fitness apps.
  • No advanced health metrics like heart rate monitoring.
  • Lacks social sharing or community features.
  • May lack regular updates and support.

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