A Fun Pedometer for Kids & Teens
Make walking exciting with step goals, streaks, and personal records
Children need at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day, yet screen time often wins the battle for their attention. The answer isn't taking away devices — it's turning movement into its own kind of game. Steps uses personal records, colorful themes, and daily streaks to make hitting a step goal feel like an achievement worth chasing. Kids can see themselves beat yesterday's record, unlock new color themes, and build a streak they don't want to break. Parents love it because there are no ads, no social networks, and no account required — just a safe, simple app that gets the whole family moving.
Sound Familiar?
- ✓Screen time keeps replacing outdoor activity and daily movement
- ✓Fitness apps are designed for adults and feel boring or confusing to kids
- ✓Hard to motivate children to walk when it doesn't feel like a game
- ✓Parents want a safe app with no ads, no social features, and no data collection
Steps gamifies daily walking without requiring internet, social accounts, or in-app purchases that surprise parents. Kids chase personal records, maintain streaks, and choose from colorful themes that make the app feel like theirs. The App Lock feature keeps settings protected so parents stay in control. One family, multiple phones, every person competing to beat their own best — that's what makes Steps stick for younger users.
Everything You Need
Personal Records
Kids can see and beat their own step records — making every walk a chance to set a new high score.
Color Themes
Choose from vibrant color themes to personalize the app — kids love making it look like their own.
Streaks
Daily streaks reward consistency and give kids a streak number they're motivated to protect.
App Lock
Parents can lock app settings so kids can't accidentally change goals or reset their progress.
Widgets
Home screen widgets keep the step count visible and make the daily goal feel front and center.
See It In Action
What People Are Saying
“My 12-year-old asked me to download it for herself after seeing my widget on my phone. She now reminds ME to go for a walk so she doesn't break her streak.”
“I've been using Steps since I was 14. It's the only fitness app that doesn't feel like it was made for my parents. The themes are actually cool.”
“We made it a family competition. Each person has their own phone with Steps and we compare at dinner. Getting the kids off the couch has never been easier.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Steps safe for kids to use?+
Yes. Steps requires no account, collects no personal data, and has no social features or in-app ads. It functions entirely offline, so there are no privacy concerns for younger users.
Does Steps help balance screen time with physical activity?+
Steps encourages kids to put down screens and move by making the step goal feel like a game worth winning. The app itself is simple enough that kids aren't spending much time in it — they're out earning their steps.
How many steps should kids aim for each day?+
Health guidelines recommend children get 60 minutes of moderate activity daily, which typically equals 10,000 to 12,000 steps for most kids. Active children naturally hit these numbers; Steps helps less active kids build toward them gradually.
Can families set up step challenges together?+
Each family member tracks steps on their own device, and comparing numbers at the end of the day creates a natural friendly competition. There's no multiplayer feature, but the personal records system sparks great rivalry.
Is Steps age-appropriate for young children?+
Steps is appropriate for children of all ages. The interface is simple enough for young kids to understand, while the personal records and streak system engages teens who want more competition.
Is the app free for kids?+
Yes, Steps is free to download. The core step tracking, streaks, and personal records features are all available at no cost. A premium subscription unlocks additional themes and chart views.
Get Your Family Moving
Free on the App Store. No subscriptions required to get started.