# Argus vs Step Counter ⓒ

The clearest difference is rating: Argus at 4.9 against Step Counter ⓒ's 4.5. Argus also leads on ratings volume (36K vs 4.2K) and review sentiment (82% vs 73%). Step Counter ⓒ's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Argus sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Step Counter ⓒ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Argus holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Argus has 36K ratings behind it against 4.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of Argus's written reviews are positive against 73% of Step Counter ⓒ's.

Argus ships an update monthly, Step Counter ⓒ fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Argus | Step Counter ⓒ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (36K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/argus-pedometer-step-tracker/id624329444/reviews)** | [4.5 (4.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter/id1455121270/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **36K** | 4.2K |
| Positive reviews | **81.7% of reviews** | 72.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 189 MB | 116 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Azumio Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/439290207) | [Pretty View LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1258567367) |

## What reviewers say

### Argus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/argus-pedometer-step-tracker/id624329444)

Track your steps, calories, sleep, and workouts all in one place. Compete with friends in fitness challenges to stay motivated and achieve your health goals. Log meals easily with photo recognition and barcode scanning.

**Highlights:** Automatic step tracking, Photo calorie counter, Sleep tracking with smart alarm, GPS activity tracking, Friend step challenges, Weight loss goal setting

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Azumio Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Azumio Premium | $8.99 | per month |
| Azumio Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Azumio Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Azumio Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Covers the basics
- 🚀 Efficient and easy to use
- 💡 Helpful challenges and social features
- 👍 Good for tracking exercise, sleep, and intake

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
- 🔍 Limited food database and inaccurate nutritional info
- 💰 Premium features are overpriced
- 🔒 Privacy concerns around data sharing

**Reported bugs**

- Steps not tracking properly
- Syncing issues with Fitbit and other devices
- Frequent app crashes, especially on newer devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to manually enter micronutrients
- Better integration with wearables and other apps
- More customization options for tiles and dashboard
- Improved reporting and historical data tracking


### Step Counter ⓒ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter/id1455121270)

This app helps you monitor daily activity, including steps, distance, and calories burned. It also tracks water intake and allows you to set fitness goals. Health Kit integration provides accurate data, and a premium version offers advanced features and an ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Step counting, Walking/running distance tracking, Calorie burn monitoring, Water intake tracking with reminders, Fitness goal setting, Health Kit integration, Dark mode support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $8.99 | per month |
| Yearly subscription | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💪 Helps stay motivated
- 🤝 Tracks progress well
- 🤩 Great app overall

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent step tracking
- 🤷‍♀️ Confusing setup process
- 💰 Paid features required
- 🚫 Doesn't work on iPad

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Weight/height input issues
- Inaccurate calorie tracking

**Requested features**

- Customizable step goals
- Real-time step tracking
- Better water intake tracking
- Workout duration tracking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Argus free?

Argus 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, Argus or Step Counter ⓒ?

Argus is rated higher. Argus averages 4.9 out of 5 from 36K ratings, while Step Counter ⓒ averages 4.5 from 4.2K ratings.

### Do Argus or Step Counter ⓒ have ads?

Both Argus and Step Counter ⓒ show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Argus or Step Counter ⓒ?

Argus ships an update monthly, and Step Counter ⓒ fortnightly. Most recently, Argus was updated on October 4, 2026 and Step Counter ⓒ on October 3, 2026.

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