# Step Tracker · Step Counter vs StepTracker

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: StepTracker at none against Step Tracker · Step Counter's 7. StepTracker also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 months). Step Tracker · Step Counter's advantage is ratings volume (1.5K vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating 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. StepTracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Step Tracker · Step Counter against 5.0 for StepTracker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Step Tracker · Step Counter has 1.5K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 77% of Step Tracker · Step Counter's written reviews are positive against 100% of StepTracker's.

Step Tracker · Step Counter ships an update every 3 months, StepTracker every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Step Tracker · Step Counter | StepTracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-tracker-step-counter/id1483193691/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steptracker-step-counter/id1663569893/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 77.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 136 MB | 76 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Leap Health](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687598595) | [Brittany Rima](https://appshunter.io/developer/1602436739) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### StepTracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steptracker-step-counter/id1663569893)

This application helps you increase your daily steps and motivation to reach your fitness goals. It automatically tracks your steps, even when the app is closed, and offers a home screen widget for easy progress monitoring. Set custom goals, earn awards, and view your weekly progress with insightful charts.

**Highlights:** Automatic step counting, Apple Health integration, Customizable step goals, Home screen widget, Weekly step charts, Awards for progress

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Step Tracker · Step Counter free?

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

### Is StepTracker free?

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

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

StepTracker is rated higher. Step Tracker · Step Counter averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while StepTracker averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

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

Step Tracker · Step Counter shows ads; StepTracker does not.

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

Step Tracker · Step Counter ships an update every 3 months, and StepTracker every 8 days. Most recently, Step Tracker · Step Counter was updated on September 30, 2026 and StepTracker on September 14, 2026.

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