# StepsMate Step Counter vs StepCounter

The clearest difference is rating: StepCounter at 5.0 against StepsMate Step Counter's 4.5. StepCounter also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). StepsMate Step Counter's advantage is ratings volume (13 vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StepsMate Step Counter sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and StepCounter sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

StepCounter holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StepsMate Step Counter has 13 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

StepsMate Step Counter ships an update every 2 weeks, StepCounter every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | StepsMate Step Counter | StepCounter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepsmate-step-counter/id6446645892/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepcounter-walkmeter/id6740624901/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [VisualHype GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/545418837) | [LMT Digital Creations](https://appshunter.io/developer/640455461) |

## What reviewers say

### StepsMate Step Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepsmate-step-counter/id6446645892)

Track your daily steps and stay motivated to reach your fitness goals. This app visualizes your activity data with easy-to-understand graphics and statistics, helping you monitor progress and identify patterns in your daily movement.

**Highlights:** Daily step tracking, Set and achieve step goals, Apple Health integration, Progress visualization, Activity statistics, Health data insights

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| StepsMate Premium 1-Month | $1.99 | per month |
| StepsMate Premium 1-Year | $9.99 | per year |


### StepCounter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepcounter-walkmeter/id6740624901)

This app transforms your phone into a comprehensive health tracker, monitoring steps, distance, calories, and elevation. It offers detailed analytics, personalized goals, and motivational achievements, all while prioritizing your data privacy by syncing with Apple Health.

**Highlights:** Automatic step counting, Distance and calorie tracking, Advanced analytics and charts, Personalized goals and achievements, Apple HealthKit integration, Apple Watch support, Smart widgets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $5.99 | per month |
| Annual Plan | $17.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StepsMate Step Counter free?

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

### Is StepCounter free?

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

### Which has better reviews, StepsMate Step Counter or StepCounter?

StepCounter is rated higher. StepsMate Step Counter averages 4.5 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while StepCounter averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do StepsMate Step Counter or StepCounter have ads?

StepsMate Step Counter shows ads; StepCounter does not.

### Which is updated more often, StepsMate Step Counter or StepCounter?

StepsMate Step Counter ships an update every 2 weeks, and StepCounter every 9 days. Most recently, StepsMate Step Counter was updated on September 26, 2026 and StepCounter on September 22, 2026.

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