# Step Tracker · Step Counter vs Step Counter

The clearest difference is update cadence: Step Counter at every 9 days against Step Tracker · Step Counter's every 3 months. Step Tracker · Step Counter's advantage is ratings volume (1.5K vs 4) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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 and Step Counter sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Step Tracker · Step Counter against 5.0 for Step Counter. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Step Tracker · Step Counter has 1.5K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Step Tracker · Step Counter ships an update every 3 months, Step Counter every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Step Tracker · Step Counter | Step Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-tracker-step-counter/id1483193691/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-pedometer/id6792619183/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 77.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 136 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Leap Health](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687598595) | [Bhavnaben Rupareliya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1831970601) |

## 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


### Step Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-pedometer/id6792619183)

This app helps you track your daily steps and water intake to build healthy habits. It offers personalized goals, smart reminders, progress reports, and customizable themes. Widgets allow for quick logging and at-a-glance progress viewing.

**Highlights:** Automatic step tracking, Water intake logging, Smart water reminders, Home & Lock Screen widgets, Daily, weekly, monthly analytics, Streak tracking, Customizable themes

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly   1 Week | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly   1 Month | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly   1 Year | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Step Tracker · Step Counter free?

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

### Is Step Counter free?

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

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

Step Counter is rated higher. Step Tracker · Step Counter averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Step Counter averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

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

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

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

Step Tracker · Step Counter ships an update every 3 months, and Step Counter every 9 days. Most recently, Step Tracker · Step Counter was updated on October 16, 2026 and Step Counter on October 7, 2026.

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