# Pedometer vs Step Counter

The clearest difference is rating: Pedometer at 4.6 against Step Counter's 4.0. Pedometer also leads on ratings volume (939 vs 4). Step Counter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (100% vs 84%). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pedometer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Step Counter asks for nothing beyond the download.

Pedometer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pedometer has 939 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 84% of Pedometer's written reviews are positive against 100% of Step Counter's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Pedometer ships an update every 3 months, Step Counter every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and August 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pedometer | Step Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (939 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-steps-counter-app/id1388197290/reviews)** | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-pedometer/id1543625889/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **939** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 84.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 105 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Komorebi Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/481596469) | [WALABOK LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/913827467) |

## What reviewers say

### Pedometer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-steps-counter-app/id1388197290)

This app automatically tracks your daily steps, distance, calories burned, and active time using your device's built-in pedometer. It offers easy-to-read reports, goal setting, and even a fun walking game. Additional features include weight and body fat tracking with graphs, notes, and customizable themes.

**Highlights:** Automatic step tracking, Calorie and distance monitoring, Weight and body fat logging, Daily step goal setting, Walking game feature, Customizable themes and icons, Notes and diary function

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium (Monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium (Annual) | $29.99 | per year |
| PremiumService | $9.99 | one-time |


### Step Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-pedometer/id1543625889)

Track your daily steps and physical activity with this iPhone-based pedometer. Set daily goals and monitor your progress with a simple interface and icon badge updates. Review your weekly history to stay motivated on your fitness journey.

**Highlights:** Automatic step detection, Daily progress tracking, Icon badge step count, Weekly history review, Customizable interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pedometer free?

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

### Is Step Counter free?

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

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

Pedometer is rated higher. Pedometer averages 4.6 out of 5 from 939 ratings, while Step Counter averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Pedometer or Step Counter have ads?

Both Pedometer and Step Counter show ads.

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

Pedometer ships an update every 3 months, and Step Counter every 2 months. Most recently, Pedometer was updated on September 22, 2026 and Step Counter on August 28, 2026.

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