# Step Counter ⓒ vs Steps Widgets (Pedometer)

The clearest difference is ads: Steps Widgets (Pedometer) at none against Step Counter ⓒ's shown. Steps Widgets (Pedometer) also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 73%). Step Counter ⓒ's advantage is ratings volume (4.2K vs 129) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Step Counter ⓒ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Steps Widgets (Pedometer) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Step Counter ⓒ against 4.5 for Steps Widgets (Pedometer). That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Step Counter ⓒ has 4.2K ratings behind it against 129, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 73% of Step Counter ⓒ's written reviews are positive against 84% of Steps Widgets (Pedometer)'s.

Step Counter ⓒ ships an update fortnightly, Steps Widgets (Pedometer) every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Step Counter ⓒ | Steps Widgets (Pedometer) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (4.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter/id1455121270/reviews) | [4.5 (129 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-widgets-pedometer/id1564980878/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4.2K** | 129 |
| Positive reviews | 72.6% of reviews | **83.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 116 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pretty View LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1258567367) | [Khashayar Abryoghani](https://appshunter.io/developer/1564234803) |

## What reviewers say

### Step Counter ⓒ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter/id1455121270)

This app helps you monitor daily activity, including steps, distance, and calories burned. It also tracks water intake and allows you to set fitness goals. Health Kit integration provides accurate data, and a premium version offers advanced features and an ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Step counting, Walking/running distance tracking, Calorie burn monitoring, Water intake tracking with reminders, Fitness goal setting, Health Kit integration, Dark mode support

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $8.99 | per month |
| Yearly subscription | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💪 Helps stay motivated
- 🤝 Tracks progress well
- 🤩 Great app overall

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent step tracking
- 🤷‍♀️ Confusing setup process
- 💰 Paid features required
- 🚫 Doesn't work on iPad

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Weight/height input issues
- Inaccurate calorie tracking

**Requested features**

- Customizable step goals
- Real-time step tracking
- Better water intake tracking
- Workout duration tracking


### Steps Widgets (Pedometer)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-widgets-pedometer/id1564980878)

Visualize your daily activity directly on your home screen with customizable widgets. This app uses your iPhone's built-in sensors to display steps, distance, and personal bests. Track your progress across various time periods and personalize your experience with different themes.

**Highlights:** Home screen widgets, Steps and distance tracking, Personal best tracking, Multiple measurement units, Daily, weekly, monthly, yearly tracking, Customizable themes

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version | $1.99 | one-time |
| Full Version | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Step Counter ⓒ free?

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

### Is Steps Widgets (Pedometer) free?

Steps Widgets (Pedometer) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Step Counter ⓒ or Steps Widgets (Pedometer)?

Step Counter ⓒ and Steps Widgets (Pedometer) are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4.2K and 129 ratings respectively.

### Do Step Counter ⓒ or Steps Widgets (Pedometer) have ads?

Step Counter ⓒ shows ads; Steps Widgets (Pedometer) does not.

### Which is updated more often, Step Counter ⓒ or Steps Widgets (Pedometer)?

Step Counter ⓒ ships an update fortnightly, and Steps Widgets (Pedometer) every 5 weeks. Most recently, Step Counter ⓒ was updated on September 22, 2026 and Steps Widgets (Pedometer) on September 24, 2026.

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