# Pedometer vs Steps Counter

The clearest difference is monetization model: Steps Counter at free against Pedometer's free with in-app purchases. Steps Counter also leads on ratings volume (285 vs 44). Pedometer's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pedometer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Steps Counter sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Pedometer against 4.6 for Steps Counter. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Steps Counter has 285 ratings behind it against 44, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 64% and 64% positive.

Pedometer ships an update fortnightly, Steps Counter monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pedometer | Steps Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (44 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-easy-track-steps/id1564055889/reviews) | **[4.6 (285 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-counter-pedometer-app/id6449964827/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 44 | **285** |
| Positive reviews | 63.6% of reviews | 63.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 60 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RAMAN KHVASHCHEUSKI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1437493298) | [Deebex Tech Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/734250368) |

## What reviewers say

### Pedometer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-easy-track-steps/id1564055889)

Track your daily steps, analyze your physical activity, and monitor calorie consumption. Set and adjust your step goals to support weight loss and view your progress over time with integrated health data.

**Highlights:** Daily step counting, Activity analysis (climbing, running), Calorie consumption calculation, Adjustable step goals, Progress tracking graphs, Apple Health integration

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Membership | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium Membership | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual Membership -75% OFF | $4.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership -50% OFF | $9.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership -50% OFF | $9.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium Membership | $19.99 | per year |


### Steps Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-counter-pedometer-app/id6449964827)

Track your daily steps, distance, time, and calories burned using your phone's built-in sensor. Set personal step goals, view progress with beautiful charts, and enjoy customizable themes. No registration is needed to access all features.

**Highlights:** Steps counter using built-in sensor, Records fitness activity, distance, time, calories, Daily and monthly statistics, Set daily step goals, View achievements, Home screen widgets support, Multi colorful themes

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Annual | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pedometer free?

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

### Is Steps Counter free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pedometer or Steps Counter?

Steps Counter is rated higher. Pedometer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 44 ratings, while Steps Counter averages 4.6 from 285 ratings.

### Do Pedometer or Steps Counter have ads?

Both Pedometer and Steps Counter show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pedometer or Steps Counter?

Pedometer ships an update fortnightly, and Steps Counter monthly. Most recently, Pedometer was updated on October 12, 2026 and Steps Counter 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.*