# Step vs Steps

The clearest difference is rating: Steps at 5.0 against Step's 4.6. Steps also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Step's advantage is ratings volume (35 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Step sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Steps sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Steps 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 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Step ships an update monthly, Steps every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Step | Steps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-health-walking-tracker/id1508599615/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-pedometer-step-counter/id6503658882/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **35** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 16 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Marcus Carlsson](https://appshunter.io/developer/905479758) | [Hieu Dinh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1470195666) |

## 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 |


### Steps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-pedometer-step-counter/id6503658882)

Effortlessly track your daily walking progress, distance, and calories burned. Set personalized step goals, build streaks, and earn achievement badges to stay motivated on your fitness journey. Integrates with Apple Health for private, on-device tracking.

**Highlights:** Live step, distance, and calorie tracking, Customizable daily step goals, Achievement badges and streaks, 7-day trend and monthly calendar views, Home screen widgets, Apple Health integration

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $11.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Step free?

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

### Is Steps free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Step or Steps?

Steps is rated higher. Step averages 4.6 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while Steps averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Step or Steps have ads?

Neither Step nor Steps shows ads.

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

Step ships an update monthly, and Steps every 3 weeks. Most recently, Step was updated on October 24, 2026 and Steps on October 10, 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.*