# Step vs Step Counter

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Step Counter at 100% against Step's 25%. Step Counter also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6). Step's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.0) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Step sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Step Counter asks for nothing beyond the download.

Step holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Step has 35 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 25% of Step'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.

Step ships an update monthly, Step Counter every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Step | Step Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-health-walking-tracker/id1508599615/reviews)** | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-pedometer/id1543625889/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **35** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 16 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Marcus Carlsson](https://appshunter.io/developer/905479758) | [WALABOK LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/913827467) |

## What reviewers say

### Step

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-health-walking-tracker/id1508599615)

This app challenges you to achieve daily walking goals and maintain streaks. It automatically tracks your steps, workouts, and integrates with Apple Health. Enjoy beautiful visuals and motivational features without needing extra hardware.

**Highlights:** Automatic step counting, Workout tracking (walking, jogging, running, hiking), Streak challenges for distance goals, Apple Health integration, Calendar view of activity, Background operation, No extra hardware required

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Access | $1.99 | per month |
| All Access | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| All Access | $9.99 | per year |
| All Access | $1.99 | one-time |
| All Access | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pro | $34.99 | 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 Step free?

Step 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, Step or Step Counter?

Step is rated higher. Step averages 4.6 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while Step Counter averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Step or Step Counter have ads?

Step Counter shows ads; Step does not.

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

Step ships an update monthly, and Step Counter every 2 months. Most recently, Step was updated on October 24, 2026 and Step Counter on October 12, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*