# StepsApp Pedometer vs Google Fit

The clearest difference is review sentiment: StepsApp Pedometer at 93% against Google Fit's 22%. StepsApp Pedometer also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.2) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 weeks). Google Fit's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 17) and ads (none vs shown). On price and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StepsApp Pedometer sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Google Fit asks for nothing beyond the download.

StepsApp Pedometer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StepsApp Pedometer has 297K ratings behind it against 2.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of StepsApp Pedometer's written reviews are positive against 22% of Google Fit's.

StepsApp Pedometer ships an update every 6 days, Google Fit every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | StepsApp Pedometer | Google Fit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (297K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepsapp-pedometer/id1037595083/reviews)** | [4.2 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-fit-activity-tracker/id1433864494/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **297K** | 2.2K |
| Positive reviews | **93.1% of reviews** | 22.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#23** | — |
| Size | 405 MB | 300 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [StepsApp GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1018640589) | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) |

## What reviewers say

### StepsApp Pedometer

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

**Currently charting:** #23 Top Free · Health & Fitness, #52 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


### Google Fit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-fit-activity-tracker/id1433864494)

This app helps you achieve a healthier, more active lifestyle by tracking your physical activity and providing personalized goals. It awards points for moderate and intense exercise, aligning with recommendations from health organizations to improve heart health, sleep, and mental wellbeing.

**Highlights:** Track workouts (runs, walks, bike rides), Monitor Heart Points and steps goals, Manually add missed activities, Connect with favorite fitness apps and devices, View activity history and journal, Get insights on heart rate, speed, pace, and route

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fitness tracking
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Syncs with other apps
- 👍 Motivating features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate step/heart rate tracking
- 🐛 Inconsistent data sync
- 🐛 Disappearing/decreasing data
- 🐛 Lacks key features (e.g. workout tracking)

**Reported bugs**

- Steps and heart points not accurately recorded
- Syncing issues between app, watch, and Apple Health
- Workout data disappearing or decreasing over time

**Requested features**

- Add ability to edit workouts
- Integrate with Fitbit and other devices
- Improve sleep tracking and analysis
- Add more exercise types and customization
- Provide widget and Apple Watch support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StepsApp Pedometer free?

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

### Is Google Fit free?

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

### Which has better reviews, StepsApp Pedometer or Google Fit?

StepsApp Pedometer is rated higher. StepsApp Pedometer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 297K ratings, while Google Fit averages 4.2 from 2.2K ratings.

### Do StepsApp Pedometer or Google Fit have ads?

StepsApp Pedometer shows ads; Google Fit does not.

### Which is updated more often, StepsApp Pedometer or Google Fit?

StepsApp Pedometer ships an update every 6 days, and Google Fit every 5 weeks. Most recently, StepsApp Pedometer was updated on September 25, 2026 and Google Fit on September 25, 2026.

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