# Pacer Pedometer Step Counter vs Pedometer

The clearest difference is rating: Pacer Pedometer Step Counter at 4.9 against Pedometer's 4.0. Pacer Pedometer Step Counter also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (330K vs 7). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases 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 Pedometer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. 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 330K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 98% of Pacer Pedometer Step Counter's written reviews are positive against 100% of Pedometer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter ships an update every 3 weeks, Pedometer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pacer Pedometer Step Counter | Pedometer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (330K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pacer-pedometer-step-counter/id600446812/reviews)** | [4.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-step-counter/id6736351371/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **330K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 98.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#161** | — |
| Size | 495 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pacer Health, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/600446815) | [Yash Baraiya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1701081026) |

## What reviewers say

### Pacer Pedometer Step Counter

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

**Currently charting:** #161 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness, #173 Top Free · 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


### Pedometer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-step-counter/id6736351371)

Track your daily steps, distance, and calories burned with this accurate pedometer. It uses your phone's sensors, requires no wearables, and offers detailed history and goal tracking. Enjoy a private, offline experience with customizable themes.

**Highlights:** Accurate step tracking using phone sensors, Tracks distance, calories burned, and active time, Daily, weekly, and monthly history view, Set and track walking goals, Offline functionality, Light and dark mode UI, Privacy-focused, no login required

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pacer Pedometer Step Counter free?

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

### Is Pedometer free?

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

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

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter is rated higher. Pacer Pedometer Step Counter averages 4.9 out of 5 from 330K ratings, while Pedometer averages 4.0 from 7 ratings.

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

Pedometer shows ads; Pacer Pedometer Step Counter does not.

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

Pacer Pedometer Step Counter ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pedometer fortnightly. Most recently, Pacer Pedometer Step Counter was updated on September 27, 2026 and Pedometer on September 10, 2026.

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