# StepsWatch vs Step Counter ⓒ

The clearest difference is rating: Step Counter ⓒ at 4.5 against StepsWatch's 2.8. Step Counter ⓒ also leads on review sentiment (73% vs 33%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 11 months). StepsWatch's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (8.2 vs 13.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Step Counter ⓒ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. StepsWatch asks for nothing beyond the download.

Step Counter ⓒ holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Step Counter ⓒ has 4.2K ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of StepsWatch's written reviews are positive against 73% of Step Counter ⓒ's.

StepsWatch ships an update every 11 months, Step Counter ⓒ fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | StepsWatch | Step Counter ⓒ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepswatch/id1035221988/reviews) | **[4.5 (4.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter/id1455121270/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 16 | **4.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **72.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Freemium |
| Size | 12 MB | 116 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.2** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Airwire products.](https://appshunter.io/developer/471910489) | [Pretty View LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1258567367) |

## What reviewers say

### StepsWatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepswatch/id1035221988)

This app displays your daily step count directly on your smartwatch. It syncs with your phone's health data to provide real-time activity tracking. View your progress at a glance without needing to open your phone.

**Highlights:** Displays today's step count on watch, Syncs with Health App data, Real-time activity tracking, Glanceable progress view

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none


### Step Counter ⓒ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter/id1455121270)

This app helps you monitor daily activity, including steps, distance, and calories burned. It also tracks water intake and allows you to set fitness goals. Health Kit integration provides accurate data, and a premium version offers advanced features and an ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Step counting, Walking/running distance tracking, Calorie burn monitoring, Water intake tracking with reminders, Fitness goal setting, Health Kit integration, Dark mode support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $8.99 | per month |
| Yearly subscription | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💪 Helps stay motivated
- 🤝 Tracks progress well
- 🤩 Great app overall

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent step tracking
- 🤷‍♀️ Confusing setup process
- 💰 Paid features required
- 🚫 Doesn't work on iPad

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Weight/height input issues
- Inaccurate calorie tracking

**Requested features**

- Customizable step goals
- Real-time step tracking
- Better water intake tracking
- Workout duration tracking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StepsWatch free?

StepsWatch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Step Counter ⓒ free?

Step Counter ⓒ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, StepsWatch or Step Counter ⓒ?

Step Counter ⓒ is rated higher. StepsWatch averages 2.8 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while Step Counter ⓒ averages 4.5 from 4.2K ratings.

### Do StepsWatch or Step Counter ⓒ have ads?

Both StepsWatch and Step Counter ⓒ show ads.

### Which is updated more often, StepsWatch or Step Counter ⓒ?

StepsWatch ships an update every 11 months, and Step Counter ⓒ fortnightly. Most recently, StepsWatch was updated on October 10, 2026 and Step Counter ⓒ on October 14, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*