Apps That Reward You for Walking in 2025

Do you want to get back into walking but feel like there’s never enough time? Would it help if you could make money just for getting your steps in?

Well, these five apps can actually pay you for walking. And some of them have other cool features that can help keep you motivated.

Why Fitness Apps Are So Popular

Fitness apps are popular because most of us have our phones on us all the time anyway. So if you’ve got an app that tracks your steps and gives you rewards, why not use it?

A lot of people are trying to fit in more exercise, and these apps make it super easy. You won’t make a full-time income with them, but the rewards can be a fun bonus for doing something healthy.

5 Apps That Pay You to Walk

These are all free to download, but you’ll need to be at least 18 to sign up. Some of them also let you track other types of exercise, not just walking.

Evidation

Evidation is an app that rewards you with points for doing healthy stuff you’re probably already doing—like walking, sleeping, logging meals, and answering quick health questions.

You can connect it with Apple Health, Fitbit, Garmin, Google Fit, and other apps or devices to automatically track your activity. The app gives you small tasks, like surveys or reading articles, and you earn points for each one you complete.

Once you hit 10,000 points, you can cash out for $10 through PayPal or donate it to charity. Most people make around $20 a year with it, but it’s totally passive once it’s all set up. Plus, it gives you insights into your health and can even let you take part in real medical research studies.

It’s free to use, easy to set up, and a fun way to stay motivated.

It’s one of many apps you can download that pays you for meeting your health goals.

StepBet

With StepBet, you bet money on yourself to hit your step goals. If you meet them, you split the pot with other winners and earn cash. If you don’t hit your goals, you lose your bet.

The app sets your personal step goals based on your past activity, and there’s a warm-up week before the challenge really starts. You can connect apps like Google Fit, Apple Health, and Samsung Health.

Payouts happen fast through PayPal once the game ends, and you get fun reminders and tips to keep you moving.

Sweatcoin

Sweatcoin is a popular app that rewards you for walking. You earn 0.95 Sweatcoins for every 1,000 steps, which are collected in an in-app wallet.

You can trade your Sweatcoins for items, subscriptions, or gift cards through their marketplace. There’s also an option to donate your coins to charity projects.

Some users say the app tracks fewer steps than other apps because it filters out steps that don’t seem like actual walking. It may also use more battery life over time.

You won’t earn real cash unless you join their influencer program, which pays based on referrals—not on how much you walk.

Reviews are mixed. Many people like the extra motivation to stay active, but others feel the rewards are limited or not worth the effort. Some also mention added fees or fewer reward options than expected.

Higi

Higi lets you earn points by tracking your health with their machines, which are found at some pharmacies like Rite Aid and CVS. The machines check your weight, blood pressure, and more. You can also connect your step tracker to earn points.

Points can be used for discounts and deals. You won’t get actual cash, but you can save money on health products and services, which is still helpful.

Charity Miles

Charity Miles is an app that lets you turn your exercise into donations for a charity of your choice. You earn a few cents per mile walked, run, or biked, sponsored by companies like Humana and Cottonelle.

You’ll need to carry your phone with you while exercising, and the app tracks your distance. Visitors can see how much money has been raised for each charity, and you get the satisfaction of doing good just by staying active.

There’s no payout to you (that’s not the point with this one) but it’s still a powerful motivator if you love giving back while getting in your steps.

In Conclusion

If you want a little extra motivation to stay active, these apps can make walking more rewarding. You won’t get rich, but you might earn a few bucks, or at least some discounts and rewards.

And if you like the idea of working from home while staying active, keep reading…

Anna Thurman is a work at home blogger and mom of two. She has been researching and reviewing remote jobs for over 14 years. Her findings are published weekly here at Real Ways to Earn.