# Steps vs Step Tracker

The clearest difference is rating: Step Tracker at 4.8 against Steps's 4.0. Step Tracker also leads on ratings volume (366 vs 1) and review sentiment (92% vs 83%). Steps's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Steps sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Step Tracker sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $0.79 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Step Tracker holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Step Tracker has 366 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Steps's written reviews are positive against 92% of Step Tracker's.

Steps ships an update every 5 days, Step Tracker every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Steps | Step Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-minimalist-tracker/id6636482345/reviews) | **[4.8 (366 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-tracker-steps-and-beasts/id6670788226/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **366** |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | **91.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 15 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ali Dinc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1585994832) | [Malte Peters](https://appshunter.io/developer/1565746429) |

## What reviewers say

### Steps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-minimalist-tracker/id6636482345)

This app helps you track your daily movement and stay active with effortless step counting, distance measurement, and progress visualization. Gain insights into your habits and customize the app's appearance to match your style. It's designed to be user-friendly and motivating for your fitness journey.

**Highlights:** Effortless step tracking, Distance measurement (km/miles), Progress visualization (charts), Customizable appearance (icons, colors), Activity insights and trends

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $5.99 | per year |
| Buy me an espresso | $1.99 | one-time |
| Buy me a flat white | $2.99 | one-time |
| Treat me to a lunch | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Purchase | $24.99 | one-time |


### Step Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-tracker-steps-and-beasts/id6670788226)

This app transforms your daily steps into a fun, collectible adventure. Walk to hatch eggs and discover over 200 unique creatures, with rarer beasts unlocked through consistent activity. Track your progress with detailed statistics and motivating home screen widgets.

**Highlights:** Collect 200 unique beasts, Daily streak rewards for rare creatures, Detailed step, distance, and calorie statistics, Motivating home screen widgets, Apple Health and wearable support

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly Subscription | $0.79 | per 7 days |
| Pro Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Weekly Subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Annual Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly Subscription | $17.90 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Cute and adorable beasts
- 🚀 Highly motivating for walking
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Gamified step tracking
- 💖 Makes fitness fun

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid membership/subscription
- 🐛 Step count accuracy issues
- 🔁 Repetitive creature rewards
- 💸 Lifetime subscription expensive
- 🖼️ AI-generated art, repetitive

**Reported bugs**

- Step count is off
- Widgets not updating
- App not starting
- Streak broken due to app update
- Incorrect step/distance tracking

**Requested features**

- Integration with iWatch Home Screen
- More diverse creature rewards
- Bios for creatures
- Ability to compete with friends
- Step count displayed on watch


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Steps free?

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

### Is Step Tracker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Steps or Step Tracker?

Step Tracker is rated higher. Steps averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Step Tracker averages 4.8 from 366 ratings.

### Do Steps or Step Tracker have ads?

Neither Steps nor Step Tracker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Steps or Step Tracker?

Steps ships an update every 5 days, and Step Tracker every 2 weeks. Most recently, Steps was updated on September 23, 2026 and Step Tracker on September 23, 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.*