# Pacer Pedometer Step Counter vs Pedometer2

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pacer Pedometer Step Counter at 98% against Pedometer2's 50%. Pacer Pedometer Step Counter also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.9 vs 4.4). Pedometer2's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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 Pedometer2 sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. 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 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pacer Pedometer Step Counter has 335K ratings behind it against 54, 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 50% of Pedometer2's.

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter ships an update every 3 weeks, Pedometer2 every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pacer Pedometer Step Counter | Pedometer2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (335K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pacer-pedometer-step-counter/id600446812/reviews)** | [4.4 (54 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer2-step-counter/id1535605917/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **335K** | 54 |
| Positive reviews | **98.3% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#137** | — |
| Size | 515 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.5** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pacer Health, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/600446815) | [Bogdan Dovgopol](https://appshunter.io/developer/1439732062) |

## What reviewers say

### Pacer Pedometer Step Counter

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

**Currently charting:** #137 Top Free · Health & Fitness, #177 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


### Pedometer2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer2-step-counter/id1535605917)

This app accurately tracks your daily steps, walking distance, and speed. It offers comprehensive health metrics, including heart rate and blood oxygen levels, with detailed activity reports. Designed for ease of use, it integrates with Apple HealthKit and features battery-efficient tracking.

**Highlights:** Accurate step counting, Walking distance and speed tracking, Heart rate and blood oxygen monitoring, Home screen widget support, Battery efficient tracking, Daily, weekly, monthly, yearly reports

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coffee Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Burger Tip | $6.99 | one-time |
| Pizza Tip | $12.99 | one-time |
| Gym Tip | $49.99 | 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 Pedometer2 free?

Pedometer2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pacer Pedometer Step Counter or Pedometer2?

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter is rated higher. Pacer Pedometer Step Counter averages 4.9 out of 5 from 335K ratings, while Pedometer2 averages 4.4 from 54 ratings.

### Do Pacer Pedometer Step Counter or Pedometer2 have ads?

Pedometer2 shows ads; Pacer Pedometer Step Counter does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pacer Pedometer Step Counter or Pedometer2?

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pedometer2 every 4 days. Most recently, Pacer Pedometer Step Counter was updated on October 30, 2026 and Pedometer2 on October 24, 2026.

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