# Steps Tracker vs Pedometer & Step Counter

The clearest difference is price: Pedometer & Step Counter at Free against Steps Tracker's $1.99. Pedometer & Step Counter also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (74% vs 50%). Steps Tracker's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On device support there is nothing between them.

Pedometer & Step Counter is free to download; Steps Tracker costs $1.99 up front. Pedometer & Step Counter sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Steps Tracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

Pedometer & Step Counter holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pedometer & Step Counter has 13K ratings behind it against 367, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Steps Tracker's written reviews are positive against 74% of Pedometer & Step Counter's.

Steps Tracker ships an update every 6 months, Pedometer & Step Counter every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Steps Tracker | Pedometer & Step Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.6 (367 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-tracker-watch-pedometer/id1197485766/reviews) | **[4.9 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-and-step-counter/id1286965867/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 367 | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **74.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 24 MB | 114 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Drew Westcott](https://appshunter.io/developer/1197485765) | [Leap Health](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687598595) |

## What reviewers say

### Steps Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-tracker-watch-pedometer/id1197485766)

This app displays your daily step progress directly on your watch face with a graphical representation. It provides automatic updates and optional notifications when you reach key milestones towards your step goal.

**Highlights:** Watch face complication, Graphical step progress, Automatic daily updates, Milestone notifications, Customizable step target

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and functional
- 👍 Works perfectly for complications
- 👍 Accurate step counting
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Cute look

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❓ Steps not always visible
- ❓ No history available
- ❓ Requires tapping for step count
- ❓ No instructions provided
- ❓ App stopped working

**Reported bugs**

- 🐛 Complications not showing up
- 🐛 Dial stays at zero
- 🐛 Force start doesn't work
- 🐛 App stopped working on watch

**Requested features**

- Notifications for goal achievement
- Weekly history view
- Ability to compete with friends
- Clearer instructions or FAQ


### Pedometer & Step Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-and-step-counter/id1286965867)

This app tracks your daily steps, burned calories, and walking distance using your phone's built-in sensor. It offers clear graphs of your progress and syncs with Apple Health. Enjoy a private and battery-efficient step-counting experience with customizable themes.

**Highlights:** Step counting using built-in sensor, Calorie and distance tracking, Clear progress graphs, Syncs with Apple Health, Battery saving design, No sign-in required, Customizable themes

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Remove ads forever | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate step tracking
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💪 Motivates users to stay active
- 📊 Provides detailed statistics
- 🎉 Rewarding goal achievements

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent step counting
- 🔄 Loses or resets historical data
- 🔍 Difficulty finding pause button
- 🤖 Counts non-walking movements as steps
- 💰 Requires subscription for full features

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Incorrect calorie/distance calculations
- Syncing issues between phone and app

**Requested features**

- Ability to manually add steps
- Sync with Apple Watch or other wearables
- Option to switch between metric and imperial units
- More customization options for goals and tracking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Steps Tracker free?

Steps Tracker costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Pedometer & Step Counter free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Steps Tracker or Pedometer & Step Counter?

Pedometer & Step Counter is rated higher. Steps Tracker averages 4.6 out of 5 from 367 ratings, while Pedometer & Step Counter averages 4.9 from 13K ratings.

### Do Steps Tracker or Pedometer & Step Counter have ads?

Pedometer & Step Counter shows ads; Steps Tracker does not.

### Which is updated more often, Steps Tracker or Pedometer & Step Counter?

Steps Tracker ships an update every 6 months, and Pedometer & Step Counter every 2 months. Most recently, Steps Tracker was updated on October 26, 2026 and Pedometer & Step Counter on October 27, 2026.

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