Comparison

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter vs Stepiq

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter

This app tracks your daily activity, including steps, distance, and calories burned, to help you reach your fitness goals. It offers GPS mapping for outdoor exploration, personalized fitness plans, and community features for motivation and support.

Highlights
  • Effortless activity tracking (steps, distance, calories)
  • GPS mapping for outdoor routes
  • Personalized fitness plans and weight management
  • Community challenges and groups
  • Syncs with Apple Health and Apple Watch
  • No extra devices needed
Features
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Whether you’re just starting out or chasing big goals, wanting to get active or lose weight, Pacer’s insightful data, outdoor routes, and personalized plans help you move more, feel great, and stay on track—like your 24/7 walking buddy. Join over 12 million happy walkers and find motivation every step of the way. WHY YOU'LL LOVE PACER - Effortless Activity Tracking Tracks steps, flights climbed, calories burned, distance, and active time—whether your phone is in your hand, pocket, or bag. Syncs with Apple Health and Apple Watch for seamless data. - Motivation & Community Support Join walking groups, compete in friendly challenges, and share progress with friends and family in real time—no matter what phone they use. - Explore Outdoors with GPS Mapping Explore local gems—routes, trails, and parks. Record every walk, hike, run, or ride with precision maps. - Personalized Fitness Plans & Weight Management Set daily goals, track your weight and BMI, and use guided workouts designed to help you lose weight and get fit. - Simple Setup, No Extra Devices Needed Just download and start—no wristbands or hardware required. HEAR FROM OUR HAPPY WALKERS: - “Best Walking App. Period. I love this app and use it for every walk.” — James T. - “I'm 73 and I especially like that if I start an activity and want my kids to be able to monitor where I am I can turn live tracking on in Pacer.” — Dr J. - “…Tracks all progress and more! Love the challenges and clubs to join all while sharing and interacting with others all the hard earned work. Definitely recommend.” — Lustine K. - “Cheaper and better than a gym membership and 1000x more effective!” — Covette92 READY TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP? Download Pacer for free today and start your journey to better health with the happiest walking community! Note: - Pacer offers both a free version and a premium subscription with additional features. If you choose to subscribe, payment will be charged to your Apple ID upon confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. - Pacer has an optional feature for more accurate tracking that uses of iOS's location based services. - Terms of Service https://www.mypacer.com/termsofservice/ - Privacy Policy: https://www.mypacer.com/privacy

About

Stepiq

This app is a smart step counter and GPS walk tracker that helps you monitor daily activity, set goals, and build healthier routines. It offers features like live tracking, route mapping, and progress reports, syncing with Apple Health for comprehensive fitness insights.

Highlights
  • GPS walk tracking with live map
  • AI-powered step counting
  • Daily, weekly, and monthly step history
  • Streaks and achievement badges
  • Apple Health integration
  • Calorie burn estimation
  • Activity scores and health insights
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Walk smarter, live healthier with Stepiq - your all-in-one smart step counter, GPS walk tracker, and daily fitness companion. Whether you are aiming for 10,000 steps a day, training for a 5K, or simply building a healthier routine, Stepiq tracks your progress automatically. No wearable required - just your iPhone and the open road. GPS WALK SESSIONS • Live Tracking: Tap Start to begin a GPS-tracked walk and see your real-time route on a live map. • Instant Metrics: Automatically calculate your distance, pace, duration, and calories burned. • Walk History: Save, review, and map out every walk in your personal log. • Route Sharing: Share your favorite walking routes and milestones with friends and family. SMART PEDOMETER • AI-Powered Counting: Works seamlessly whether your phone is in your pocket, bag, or hand. • Indoor & Outdoor: Highly accurate even without GPS - perfect for the treadmill or walking around the house. • Battery Friendly: Optimized background tracking designed to conserve your battery life. • Visual Trends: View your daily, weekly, and monthly step history at a glance. STREAKS & MOTIVATION • Daily Streaks: Build momentum and stay consistent by keeping your daily walk streak alive. • Milestones: Hit personal targets from 1K to 100K steps and beyond. • Achievement Badges: Earn badges to celebrate your fitness journey and stay motivated. • Progress Reports: Receive weekly summaries to hold yourself accountable and stay on track. HEALTH INSIGHTS • Apple Health Sync: Seamlessly integrate with the Apple Health app to keep all your fitness data in one place. • Calorie Burn: Get accurate calorie estimations based on your personal profile. • Activity Scores: Monitor your heart health score based on your daily movement levels. • Smart Summaries: Review weekly insights packed with personalized tips for improvement. STEPIQ PREMIUM • Upgrade your fitness journey with our premium features: • Unlimited GPS walk history logs • Advanced analytics and deeper health insights • Custom step goals and personal challenge creation • A completely ad-free experience with priority customer support Start your free walk today - no equipment, no gym, just you and your goals. TERMS & PRIVACY https://appaspect.com/apps/stepiq/terms-and-condition.html https://appaspect.com/apps/stepiq/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter4 screens
Stepiq4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Pacer Pedometer Step Counter at 4.9 against Stepiq's 4.0. Pacer Pedometer Step Counter also leads on review sentiment (98% vs 57%) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Pacer Pedometer Step Counter sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Stepiq sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pacer Pedometer Step Counter has 330K ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 98% of Pacer Pedometer Step Counter's written reviews are positive against 57% of Stepiq's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter ships an update every 3 weeks, Stepiq every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Pacer Pedometer Step Counter versus Stepiq: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPacer Pedometer Step CounterStepiq
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (330K ratings) — better4.0 (26 ratings)
Positive reviews98.3% of reviews — better57.1% of reviews
Number of ratings330K — better26
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#127 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size495 MB149 MB
Age rating12++4
DeveloperPacer Health, IncAppAspect Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

Customer experience

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter

All ratings329,832 ratings
Positive98.4%
Neutral0.8%
Negative0.8%
Written reviews17,831 reviews
Positive98.3%
Neutral0.6%
Negative1.1%

Stepiq

All ratings26 ratings
Positive73.1%
Neutral7.7%
Negative19.2%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%

Bugs and requests

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Steps/distance disappearing from history
  • GPS issues causing inaccurate location tracking
  • App crashes or freezes on certain devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to edit/delete recorded activities
  • Integration with other fitness trackers
  • Personalized step/calorie goals based on user profile
  • More free access to advanced analytics and insights

Stepiq

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter

Subscriptions9
  • Premium Subscription with Trial7 Days trial3 variants$3.991 Month
  • Premium Subscription$3.991 Month
  • Premium with Free Trial7 Days trial$3.991 Month
Show 6 more
  • Premium with Free Trial7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Premium with Free Trial$9.991 Month
  • Premium Subscription$19.991 Year
  • Premium Subscription7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • 1 Year Access (with Trial)7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Pacer Premium Yearly1 Year trial$49.991 Year
3 purchases

Stepiq

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium Subscription$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove Advertisement$19.99

Questions

Is Pacer Pedometer Step Counter free?
Pacer Pedometer Step Counter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stepiq free?
Stepiq is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pacer Pedometer Step Counter or Stepiq?
Pacer Pedometer Step Counter is rated higher. Pacer Pedometer Step Counter averages 4.9 out of 5 from 330K ratings, while Stepiq averages 4.0 from 26 ratings.
Do Pacer Pedometer Step Counter or Stepiq have ads?
Stepiq shows ads; Pacer Pedometer Step Counter does not.
Which is updated more often, Pacer Pedometer Step Counter or Stepiq?
Pacer Pedometer Step Counter ships an update every 3 weeks, and Stepiq every 6 weeks. Most recently, Pacer Pedometer Step Counter was updated on September 24, 2026 and Stepiq on September 9, 2026.

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