# Steps vs Step Counter

The clearest difference is update cadence: Steps at every 5 days against Step Counter's monthly. Step Counter's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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 Counter sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Steps against 4.0 for Step Counter. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively.

Steps ships an update every 5 days, Step Counter monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Steps | Step Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-minimalist-tracker/id6636482345/reviews) | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-stepperly/id6744011702/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **4** |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 15 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **17.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ali Dinc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1585994832) | [Havard Tryman](https://appshunter.io/developer/1662964293) |

## 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 Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-stepperly/id6744011702)

This pedometer app tracks your daily steps and walking activity. Set personal goals, maintain streaks, and receive helpful reminders. It also offers a widget and watch complications for easy access to your progress.

**Highlights:** Step tracking, Daily goals, Streaks, Reminders, Widget support, Watch complications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly - Free Trial | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Step Counter Pro (Weekly) | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro (Weekly) | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro (Yearly) | $24.99 | per year |
| Yearly - Free Trial | $49.99 | per year |
| Step Counter Pro (Yearly) | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Steps free?

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

### Is Step Counter free?

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

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

Steps and Step Counter are both rated 4.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 4 ratings respectively.

### Do Steps or Step Counter have ads?

Neither Steps nor Step Counter shows ads.

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

Steps ships an update every 5 days, and Step Counter monthly. Most recently, Steps was updated on November 4, 2026 and Step Counter on November 6, 2026.

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