# StepsApp Pedometer vs Steps

The clearest difference is review sentiment: StepsApp Pedometer at 93% against Steps's 0%. StepsApp Pedometer also leads on ratings volume (297K vs 4) and update cadence (every 6 days vs monthly). Steps's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

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

StepsApp Pedometer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StepsApp Pedometer has 297K ratings behind it against 4, 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 0% of Steps's.

StepsApp Pedometer ships an update every 6 days, Steps monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | StepsApp Pedometer | Steps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (297K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepsapp-pedometer/id1037595083/reviews)** | [4.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-the-step-counter-app/id1596709215/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **297K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **93.1% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#28** | — |
| Size | 405 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [StepsApp GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1018640589) | [Adam Feher](https://appshunter.io/developer/1462164182) |

## What reviewers say

### StepsApp Pedometer

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

**Currently charting:** #28 Top Free · Health & Fitness, #49 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


### Steps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-the-step-counter-app/id1596709215)

This app tracks your daily steps to encourage increased physical activity. It offers a simple interface, works offline, and respects user privacy by not collecting data. View your progress over days, weeks, and months with hourly and daily breakdowns.

**Highlights:** Step tracking, Ad-free experience, Offline functionality, Privacy-focused, Daily goal setting (Pro), Apple Health integration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Step Counter | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StepsApp Pedometer free?

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

### Is Steps free?

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

### Which has better reviews, StepsApp Pedometer or Steps?

StepsApp Pedometer is rated higher. StepsApp Pedometer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 297K ratings, while Steps averages 4.5 from 4 ratings.

### Do StepsApp Pedometer or Steps have ads?

StepsApp Pedometer shows ads; Steps does not.

### Which is updated more often, StepsApp Pedometer or Steps?

StepsApp Pedometer ships an update every 6 days, and Steps monthly. Most recently, StepsApp Pedometer was updated on September 27, 2026 and Steps on September 26, 2026.

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