# Step Counter vs Step Tracker · Step Counter

The clearest difference is rating: Step Tracker · Step Counter at 4.9 against Step Counter's 4.4. Step Tracker · Step Counter also leads on ratings volume (1.5K vs 32) and review sentiment (77% vs 62%). Step Counter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Step Tracker · Step Counter sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Step Counter asks for nothing beyond the download.

Step Tracker · Step Counter holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Step Tracker · Step Counter has 1.5K ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Step Counter's written reviews are positive against 77% of Step Tracker · Step Counter's.

Step Counter ships an update every 4 days, Step Tracker · Step Counter every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Step Counter | Step Tracker · Step Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-sdg/id1349335506/reviews) | **[4.9 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-tracker-step-counter/id1483193691/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 32 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 62.1% of reviews | **77.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 13 MB | 136 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SDG CODE DOO NIS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1343251532) | [Leap Health](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687598595) |

## What reviewers say

### Step Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-sdg/id1349335506)

Track your daily walking activity, including steps taken, calories burned, distance covered, and time spent. This app uses your phone's accelerometer to conserve battery life and provides clear visual graphs of your progress. It's designed for anyone looking to monitor their fitness journey.

**Highlights:** Step tracking, Calorie counting, Distance monitoring, Time spent walking, Battery-efficient accelerometer use, Progress graphs

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Step Tracker · Step Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-tracker-step-counter/id1483193691)

This app accurately tracks your daily steps, calories burned, distance, and duration. It offers real-time GPS tracking for activities and displays your progress in clear, intuitive graphs. Set personal goals and achieve them to stay motivated.

**Highlights:** Auto step tracking, Calorie and distance tracking, Real-time GPS map tracking, Daily, weekly, monthly reports, Goal setting and achievements, Apple Watch and Apple Health sync

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Subscription weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium - Yearly | $18.90 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium - Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium - Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads Forever | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate step tracking
- 💪 Helpful for fitness goals
- 🤩 Great app overall

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent step/distance tracking
- 🙄 Lack of customization options
- 💸 Unwanted charges/subscription issues

**Reported bugs**

- App not working on certain devices
- Frequent crashes or freezes
- Incorrect distance/step reporting

**Requested features**

- More workout/exercise tracking features
- Ability to delete/edit recorded workouts
- Integration with other health apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Step Counter free?

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

### Is Step Tracker · Step Counter free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Step Counter or Step Tracker · Step Counter?

Step Tracker · Step Counter is rated higher. Step Counter averages 4.4 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while Step Tracker · Step Counter averages 4.9 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do Step Counter or Step Tracker · Step Counter have ads?

Both Step Counter and Step Tracker · Step Counter show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Step Counter or Step Tracker · Step Counter?

Step Counter ships an update every 4 days, and Step Tracker · Step Counter every 3 months. Most recently, Step Counter was updated on October 16, 2026 and Step Tracker · Step Counter on October 18, 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.*