# Pacer Pedometer Step Counter vs Step Counter

The clearest difference is rating: Pacer Pedometer Step Counter at 4.9 against Step Counter's 4.0. Pacer Pedometer Step Counter also leads on review sentiment (98% vs 63%) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

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

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 336K ratings behind it against 29, 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 63% of Step Counter's.

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter ships an update every 3 weeks, Step Counter every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pacer Pedometer Step Counter | Step Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (336K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pacer-pedometer-step-counter/id600446812/reviews)** | [4.0 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-walk-and-pedometer/id1085020469/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **336K** | 29 |
| Positive reviews | **98.3% of reviews** | 62.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#161** | — |
| Size | 515 MB | 151 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pacer Health, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/600446815) | [AppAspect Technologies Pvt. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/962656494) |

## What reviewers say

### Pacer Pedometer Step Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pacer-pedometer-step-counter/id600446812)

**Currently charting:** #161 Top Free · Health & Fitness, #170 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

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:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Subscription with Trial | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium with Free Trial | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium with Free Trial | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium with Free Trial | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Access (with Trial) | $49.99 | per year |
| Pacer Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate step tracking
- 💡 Motivating challenges and goals
- 🤝 Supportive community
- 📊 Detailed activity history and reports

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent step/distance tracking
- 💰 Premium features behind paywall
- 🔍 Difficulty finding certain features
- 🤖 Impersonal coaching/guidance
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with sharing activity

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


### Step Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-walk-and-pedometer/id1085020469)

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Remove Advertisement | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pacer Pedometer Step Counter free?

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

### Is Step Counter free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pacer Pedometer Step Counter or Step Counter?

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter is rated higher. Pacer Pedometer Step Counter averages 4.9 out of 5 from 336K ratings, while Step Counter averages 4.0 from 29 ratings.

### Do Pacer Pedometer Step Counter or Step Counter have ads?

Step Counter shows ads; Pacer Pedometer Step Counter does not.

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

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter ships an update every 3 weeks, and Step Counter every 6 weeks. Most recently, Pacer Pedometer Step Counter was updated on October 28, 2026 and Step Counter on October 24, 2026.

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