# Move vs Steps Counter

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Move at none against Steps Counter's 1. Move also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (89% vs 64%). Steps Counter's advantage is ratings volume (294 vs 14). On price, rating, update cadence and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Steps Counter sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per year. Move asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Move against 4.6 for Steps Counter. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Steps Counter has 294 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of Move's written reviews are positive against 64% of Steps Counter's.

Move ships an update every 2 weeks, Steps Counter monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Move | Steps Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/move-smart-pacer/id6448405937/reviews)** | [4.6 (294 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-counter-pedometer-app/id6449964827/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **294** |
| Positive reviews | **88.9% of reviews** | 63.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 76 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AP Studio, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1220679577) | [Deebex Tech Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/734250368) |

## What reviewers say

### Move

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/move-smart-pacer/id6448405937)

This app encourages users to increase their daily step count to combat sedentary lifestyles and reduce health risks. It leverages HealthKit data to track progress and motivate users to achieve 8,000 steps daily for improved well-being.

**Highlights:** Step counting via HealthKit, Promotes increased daily activity, Health risk reduction focus, Reverses sedentary lifestyle effects, Social movement encouragement

**In-app purchases:** none


### Steps Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-counter-pedometer-app/id6449964827)

Track your daily steps, distance, time, and calories burned using your phone's built-in sensor. Set personal step goals, view progress with beautiful charts, and enjoy customizable themes. No registration is needed to access all features.

**Highlights:** Steps counter using built-in sensor, Records fitness activity, distance, time, calories, Daily and monthly statistics, Set daily step goals, View achievements, Home screen widgets support, Multi colorful themes

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Annual | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Move free?

Move is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Steps Counter free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Move or Steps Counter?

Move is rated higher. Move averages 4.8 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Steps Counter averages 4.6 from 294 ratings.

### Do Move or Steps Counter have ads?

Steps Counter shows ads; Move does not.

### Which is updated more often, Move or Steps Counter?

Move ships an update every 2 weeks, and Steps Counter monthly. Most recently, Move was updated on October 2, 2026 and Steps Counter on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*