# Step Counter ⓒ vs Tracker

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tracker at none against Step Counter ⓒ's 3. Tracker also leads on ads (none vs shown). Step Counter ⓒ's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (4.2K vs 16). On price, rating, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Step Counter ⓒ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Tracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Step Counter ⓒ against 4.6 for Tracker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Step Counter ⓒ has 4.2K ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Step Counter ⓒ ships an update fortnightly, Tracker every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and June 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Step Counter ⓒ | Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (4.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter/id1455121270/reviews) | **[4.6 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tracker-running-step-water/id1580507591/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.2K** | 16 |
| Positive reviews | 72.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 116 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pretty View LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1258567367) | [Denisha Vadukia](https://appshunter.io/developer/1457682931) |

## 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


### Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tracker-running-step-water/id1580507591)

This app helps you track your running performance with real-time GPS, detailed analysis, and insight graphs. It also functions as a pedometer to count your steps and a water reminder to ensure you stay hydrated. Set weekly goals for distance and heart health, and monitor your progress over time.

**Highlights:** Real-time GPS route tracking, Detailed running analysis and graphs, Automatic step counting, Daily water intake tracking and reminders, Weekly goal setting for distance and heart health, Progress monitoring with historical data

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Step Counter ⓒ free?

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

### Is Tracker free?

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

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

Tracker is rated higher. Step Counter ⓒ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 4.2K ratings, while Tracker averages 4.6 from 16 ratings.

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

Step Counter ⓒ shows ads; Tracker does not.

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

Step Counter ⓒ ships an update fortnightly, and Tracker every 9 months. Most recently, Step Counter ⓒ was updated on September 28, 2026 and Tracker on June 2, 2026.

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