# StepsApp Pedometer vs Step Counter Maipo

The clearest difference is update cadence: StepsApp Pedometer at every 6 days against Step Counter Maipo's every 2 months. StepsApp Pedometer also leads on ratings volume (297K vs 2K) and chart position (#29 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StepsApp Pedometer sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Step Counter Maipo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for StepsApp Pedometer against 4.8 for Step Counter Maipo. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StepsApp Pedometer has 297K ratings behind it against 2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 93% of StepsApp Pedometer's written reviews are positive against 95% of Step Counter Maipo's.

StepsApp Pedometer ships an update every 6 days, Step Counter Maipo every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | StepsApp Pedometer | Step Counter Maipo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (297K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepsapp-pedometer/id1037595083/reviews) | [4.8 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-maipo-pedometer/id1053295462/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **297K** | 2K |
| Positive reviews | 93.1% of reviews | **94.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#29** | — |
| Size | 405 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [StepsApp GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1018640589) | [urecy](https://appshunter.io/developer/457837665) |

## What reviewers say

### StepsApp Pedometer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepsapp-pedometer/id1037595083)

**Currently charting:** #29 Top Free · Health & Fitness, #53 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app transforms your phone into a powerful step counter and activity tracker. Monitor steps, distance, calories burned, and set daily goals. It integrates with Apple Health and Apple Watch for comprehensive activity monitoring.

**Highlights:** Automatic step counting, Workout tracking with GPS and heart rate, Apple Health and Apple Watch integration, Customizable charts and animations, Goal setting and notifications, Widgets for home screen, Wheelchair push tracking

**Features:** Family Sharing, Siri integration, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| PRO Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| StepsApp Pedometer Pro | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| StepsApp Pedometer Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| PRO Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $23.90 | per year |
| StepsApp Pedometer Pro | $24.99 | per year |
| StepsApp Pedometer Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $32.99 | per year |
| StepsApp Freeze - 1day | $0.99 | one-time |
| StepsApp Pedometer Pro | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate step counting
- 💪 Motivates users to be active
- 📊 Detailed statistics and tracking
- 🎨 Customizable colors and themes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent step/floor counting
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🔍 Difficulty finding certain features
- 🤖 Inaccurate 'inactivity' alerts

**Reported bugs**

- Steps disappearing throughout the day
- Syncing issues between phone and watch
- Incorrect distance/calorie calculations

**Requested features**

- Add manual step/distance entry
- Improved Apple Watch integration
- More customization options
- Ability to compete with friends


### Step Counter Maipo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-maipo-pedometer/id1053295462)

This app automatically tracks your daily steps, distance, calories burned, and walking time without any setup. View your progress in a calendar, sync with HealthKit, and add daily notes. It offers home and lock screen widgets for quick access to your stats.

**Highlights:** Automatic step tracking, Calendar view for daily/monthly trends, HealthKit integration, Home & Lock Screen widgets, Daily notes and personal records, Battery efficient design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Paid version | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Motivator to set goals and monitor progress
- 👍 Accurate step counting
- 👍 Helpful for tracking exercises and calories burned
- 👍 User-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with tracking accuracy
- 🐛 Inconsistent step recording at times

**Reported bugs**

- Inaccurate step counting when sitting or driving
- Occasional freezing or crashes

**Requested features**

- Add support for cryptocurrency payments
- Improve reliability and consistency of step tracking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StepsApp Pedometer free?

StepsApp Pedometer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Step Counter Maipo free?

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

### Which has better reviews, StepsApp Pedometer or Step Counter Maipo?

StepsApp Pedometer and Step Counter Maipo are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 297K and 2K ratings respectively.

### Do StepsApp Pedometer or Step Counter Maipo have ads?

Both StepsApp Pedometer and Step Counter Maipo show ads.

### Which is updated more often, StepsApp Pedometer or Step Counter Maipo?

StepsApp Pedometer ships an update every 6 days, and Step Counter Maipo every 2 months. Most recently, StepsApp Pedometer was updated on September 25, 2026 and Step Counter Maipo on September 24, 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.*