# Step vs StepTracker

The clearest difference is review sentiment: StepTracker at 100% against Step's 25%. StepTracker also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Step's advantage is ratings volume (35 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads 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. StepTracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

StepTracker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Step has 35 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of Step's written reviews are positive against 100% of StepTracker's.

Step ships an update monthly, StepTracker every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Step | StepTracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-health-walking-tracker/id1508599615/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steptracker-step-counter/id1663569893/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **35** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 16 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Marcus Carlsson](https://appshunter.io/developer/905479758) | [Brittany Rima](https://appshunter.io/developer/1602436739) |

## 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 |


### 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 free?

Step 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 or StepTracker?

StepTracker is rated higher. Step averages 4.6 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while StepTracker averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Step or StepTracker have ads?

Neither Step nor StepTracker shows ads.

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

Step ships an update monthly, and StepTracker every 8 days. Most recently, Step was updated on October 7, 2026 and StepTracker on October 18, 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.*