Comparison

Only Steps vs StepKing

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Only Steps

Features
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Only Steps shows your daily step count in the app, in Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets, and as a Live Activity. DISCLAIMERS * Only Steps uses location changes in the background to update the step count while you move. This can slightly decrease battery life * Apple Health integration: When enabled, Only Steps reads step count from Apple Health. Only Steps does not modify or share Health data

About

StepKing

This app helps you achieve your daily step goals by sending timely nudges only when you're falling behind. It offers features like streak tracking, achievements, personalized insights, and customizable notifications to build lasting habits without constant interruptions.

Highlights
  • Smart step goal alerts
  • Streak tracking with rest days
  • 35+ achievements
  • Weekly performance insights
  • Home screen widgets
  • Apple Watch app
  • Customizable notification frequency
Features
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StepKing helps you actually hit your daily step goal by pinging you only when you're behind pace. No spam, no guilt trips. Just timely nudges when you need them. BUILD LASTING HABITS • Track your current streak with visual flame indicator • Earn 35+ achievements across 4 categories (streaks, distance, performance, special) • Celebrate milestones at 25%, 50%, 75% progress • Morning motivation to start your day on the right foot • 2 rest days per month to protect your streak during sick days or travel WEEKLY INSIGHTS • Smart algorithm analyzes your 7-day performance • Personalized goal adjustment suggestions • Historical trends with visual progress indicators • Personal records tracking (best day, best week, fastest completion) EVERYWHERE YOU NEED IT - Pro • Home screen widgets for quick check-ins • Full-featured Apple Watch app with complications • Shareable achievement cards to celebrate wins • Dark mode support across all platforms SMART NOTIFICATIONS - Pro • Alerts only when you're behind expected pace • Set your own daily tracking window • Customizable notification frequency • Two styles: "Simple" or "Stats for Nerds" with pace calculations • End-of-day reminders when you still have time FLEXIBLE & CUSTOMIZABLE • Set your own pace and schedule • You set your goal, StepKing helps you increase it • Choose nudge frequency (15 min to 2 hours) • Free 3-day trial of all Pro features Unlike other step trackers that buzz you constantly, StepKing respects your time. It only pings when you've fallen behind. Think of it as a friendly accountability partner who knows when to step in (pun intended). The rest day feature is a game-changer. Take up to 2 per month without breaking your streak. Perfect for sick days, rest days, or travel when hitting your goal isn't realistic. Hit your daily step goal Alerts only when you're behind Set your own pace and schedule Build streaks with rest day protection Earn achievements and track personal records Widgets and watch app for quick check-ins Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Only Steps2 screens
StepKing4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: StepKing at Free against Only Steps's $0.99. StepKing also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks) and device support (3 vs 1). Only Steps's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

StepKing is free to download; Only Steps costs $0.99 up front. StepKing sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Only Steps asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Only Steps ships an update every 6 weeks, StepKing every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Only Steps versus StepKing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOnly StepsStepKing
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAkos PolsterFrank Sloan

In-app purchases

None

Only Steps

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

StepKing

Subscriptions3
  • StepKing Pro: Monthly7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • StepKing Pro: Founder Annual7 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Only Steps free?
Only Steps costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is StepKing free?
StepKing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Only Steps or StepKing have ads?
Neither Only Steps nor StepKing shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Only Steps or StepKing?
Only Steps ships an update every 6 weeks, and StepKing every 2 weeks. Most recently, Only Steps was updated on October 24, 2026 and StepKing on October 16, 2026.

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