# StairClimbs

> Tracks daily floor climbs with a progress meter and timer. (iPhone/iPad app by Justin Jemison.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stairclimbs/id1084264756 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Justin Jemison](https://appshunter.io/developer/1084264755)
- Category: Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.90/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 16 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-02-26
- Data updated: 2026-07-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stairclimbs/id1084264756/reviews.md

## What is StairClimbs?

Designed with simplicity in mind, StairClimbs tracks the number of floors you’ve climbed in a day.  The visual progress meter gives a clear representation of how close you are to reaching your daily stair-climbing goal.  Like to climb against time?  Take advantage of the timer feature and race against the clock.


***Compatibility Note***
StairClimbs will only work on devices containing the M7, M8, M9, or M10 motion processor and barometer.  The combination of these features can only be found in iPhone 6 and newer devices.  StairClimbs will not work on iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone SE, or older devices.

## Key features

- Tracks floors climbed
- Visual progress meter
- Daily goal setting
- Timer for challenges
- Motion processor compatibility

## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stairclimbs/id1084264756/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Potential

*2024-09-03, version 1.2*

I get that it’s a free app. It’s just not very accurate. 
I did 6 stories, 6 times today, and it only counted 24 not 36.

### 4/5 — Accurate but simple

*2023-02-19, version 1.2*

The app is accurate with the matrix stair climber at the gym. Unfortunately, though there is no history. Or, there is history that I don’t know how to get to.

### 2/5 — Doesn’t work well

*2021-11-10, version 1.2*

I had hoped this app would be accurate as I live in a two-story house and I’m very happy to go up and down the steps often but wanted to keep track. This is my third attempt at a stair climbing app and I will delete it as it is so inaccurate.
I will rely on my aging memory.

### 2/5 — No history

*2021-09-29, version 1.2*

I’m an older lady living in a 2nd floor walk up apartment, and have to walk my dog several times a day over and above any other time I need to leave the apartment (going to work, shopping, going to the gym, etc.). I walk with a cane as I’m waiting hip replacement surgery. This app rarely captures all my climbs, especially when I’m using the cane or carrying packages, groceries, etc. 

I saw a review that said that I have to carry the phone upright in my hand to get a reading. Well, groceries, cane, dog leash, packages and holding on to the railing take priority over babying my phone to get a reading!

But one of my biggest complaints is there is no history. Why can’t I access yesterday’s numbers? Or last week’s? I should be able to see if my numbers increase over time as well as whether my times improve. There should be lists and graphs that show the history. 

I’m ready to delete.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2020-08-21, version 1.2*

I downloaded this because the activity app isn’t recording all of my flights. I climbed 8 floors; this app recorded 2! Activity app recorded 5 👎🏻

### 2/5 — Only some flights

*2020-07-02*

Trying this on new iPhone se, registers 2 flights then stops, after a while registers 2 more. Why will it not continue to register flights if I go up and down 5 times on 13 step flights?

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2020-04-22, version 1.2*

I just ran up a rowing tower that has 5 stories - 160 steps up and down 6 times and it said that I didn’t go up any flights

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2020-01-03, version 1.2*

I reset the clock and started climbing up and down a flight of 14 steps several times. The app indicated zero climbed. What am I doing wrong?

### 5/5 — It turns out this is a great app.

*2018-08-20, version 1.2*

I left a low rating for this app yesterday. I am updating my rating and review because I have learned how to properly use the app. The developer was kind enough to correspond with me by email, which was helpful.

If I hold my iPhone flat in the palm of my hand facing upward the app will accurately count flights as I climb up and down my stairs. My stairway has 17 steps and exceeds the 10 foot height required for my iPhone altimeter to work properly.  

The app also has a timer which motivates me to train harder. Instead of just working lower body I am now also getting a good cardio workout.

### 1/5 — Just crashes

*2016-11-27*

I have an iphone 5s and it doesn't work. It just crashes

## Frequently asked questions about StairClimbs

### Does StairClimbs have ads?

No, StairClimbs does not contain advertisements.

### What devices is StairClimbs compatible with?

StairClimbs requires an M7, M8, M9, or M10 motion processor and barometer, found in iPhone 6 and newer devices. It will not work on older models like iPhone 5s or SE.

### How accurate is StairClimbs?

The app relies on device motion processors and barometers for tracking. User reviews indicate a rating of 2.9 stars, suggesting potential inconsistencies in accuracy or user experience.

### When was StairClimbs last updated?

The latest version of StairClimbs was released on January 22, 2018. The app has not been updated in several years.

### What are the main features of StairClimbs?

StairClimbs tracks the number of floors climbed daily, displays progress towards a goal with a visual meter, and includes a timer for timed climbing challenges.

### Is StairClimbs free to use?

Yes, StairClimbs is available for free download and use. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with the application.

### What is the age rating for StairClimbs?

StairClimbs has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Can StairClimbs integrate with other health apps?

The provided information does not mention any integrations with other health platforms or apps. StairClimbs functions as a standalone tracker.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2 — 2018-01-22

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Updated for iOS 11

**NOTE** StairClimbs may display incorrectly on iPhone X. Issue will be addressed in next update.

### 1.1 — 2017-01-09

- Timer is now able to be resumed after pausing.  It will no longer start over unless the reset button is pressed.
- Alert message will be displayed indicating "Incompatible Device" if used on iPhone SE, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, or earlier devices due to lack of barometer feature required to count stairs

### 1.0.2 — 2016-09-23

Fixed an issue where app would crash on launch

### 1.0.1 — 2016-03-04

Minor bug fixes

### 1.0 — 2016-02-26

No release notes.

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