ANA Pocket vs. JAL Wellness & Travel Face-Off
This special comparison break in the Points & Miles Japan walking app series puts ANA Pocket and JAL Wellness & Travel head-to-head. We highlight their differences in rewards, subscription models, and point-to-mile usability, while also evaluating ease of use for expats with limited Japanese ability. ANA Pocket shines with flexibility and gamified features, while JAL Wellness & Travel offers steady mileage for dedicated walkers. A must-read before we move on to independent walking apps and the next shopping points comparison.
This article marks the first break in the Points & Miles Japan walking app series. Having covered the airline-linked walking apps individually, we now pause to compare ANA Pocket and JAL Wellness & Travel side by side. This comparison highlights their differences in rewards, subscription models, usability, and accessibility—especially for expats or professionals with limited Japanese ability.
The next break will feature a three-app comparison of the shopping points-linked walking apps (Rakuten Healthcare, d-healthcare, and Green Ponta Action). After this, we’ll move on to the third group of walking apps: the independent or third-party walking apps.
✈️ ANA Pocket vs. JAL Wellness & Travel
Summary: ANA Pocket is more flexible, offering both a free tier and a Pro upgrade, with points earned from multiple activities beyond walking. JAL Wellness & Travel, by contrast, is subscription-only but provides direct mileage rewards for consistent walkers. For users with limited Japanese ability, ANA Pocket’s gamified interface may feel more approachable, while JAL Wellness & Travel requires more comfort with Japanese text.
This comparison highlights how each app caters to different lifestyles: ANA Pocket suits multi-modal commuters and expats who want variety, while JAL Wellness & Travel is ideal for dedicated walkers aiming for steady mileage accumulation.