Only Steps vs StepKing
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Only Steps
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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
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.
- Smart step goal alerts
- Streak tracking with rest days
- 35+ achievements
- Weekly performance insights
- Home screen widgets
- Apple Watch app
- Customizable notification frequency
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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/
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
| Parameter | Only Steps | StepKing |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Akos Polster | Frank Sloan |
In-app purchases
Only Steps
No in-app purchases
StepKing
- StepKing Pro: Monthly7 Days trial$6.991 Month
- StepKing Pro: Founder Annual7 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year









