Comparison

Step Tracker vs HaloStep

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

Head to head
About

Step Tracker

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
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Turn your daily steps into a real adventure! Steps & Beasts motivates you to walk more by turning every step into progress on your very own Journey — hatching eggs, collecting Beasts, and unlocking a whole world along the way. WHY STEPS & BEASTS? Every morning starts with a new egg. Walk toward your step goal and watch it hatch into a unique Beast. At the same time, your character moves forward on the Journey — a real path that grows with your steps, taking you through new biomes, landmarks, and levels. FEATURES YOU'LL LOVE: • YOUR OWN JOURNEY Every step carries your character down a living path. Explore distinct biomes, reach landmarks, open treasure chests, and level up as your total steps add up. • COLLECT 250+ UNIQUE BEASTS Hatch a new Beast every time you reach your goal. Hatch the same Beast again and again to unlock shiny Gold and Glitter looks. • QUESTS, XP & FEATHERS Complete quests along the Journey to earn XP and Feathers, then spend Feathers in the Shop on new looks for your character. • DAILY STREAK REWARDS Keep your streak alive to unlock rarer and more legendary Beasts. • DETAILED STATISTICS Track your daily steps, distance, calories, and 7-day averages — plus motivating charts and comparisons. • WIDGETS THAT MOTIVATE Watch your egg evolve as you move — right from your iPhone home screen or Lock Screen. • APPLE WATCH & APPLE HEALTH Steps are tracked automatically from your iPhone, Apple Watch, or any Apple Health‑compatible wearable. • NEVER LOSE PROGRESS Your steps, Beasts, and Journey are safely backed up to iCloud, so switching to a new iPhone is effortless. Start your Journey today and make walking the highlight of your day! Support: malte@stepsandbeasts.app Privacy: https://stepsandbeasts.app/privacy Terms: https://stepsandbeasts.app/terms EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

HaloStep

Features
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Key Features Daily Step Tracking: Easily track your steps throughout the day. Running & Workout Timer: Dedicated activity modes to record the duration of your runs and workouts. Comprehensive Activity Data: Automatically calculate total distance, activity duration, and estimated calorie burn. Weekly & Monthly Analysis: Track your progress with intuitive charts that clearly visualize long-term trends. Beautiful, Minimalist Interface: Designed specifically for iOS with a modern, distraction-free style that puts your health data front and center. Why Choose HaloStep? Simplicity First: No tedious setups, complex menus, or steep learning curves. Just open the app and start moving. Stay Motivated: Clear daily statistics and weekly trends keep you informed of your progress and motivated to reach your goals. Perfect for Any Scenario Daily Commute: Turn your daily walk into a trackable health milestone. Fitness & Running: Record workout duration and monitor running distance. Monitor daily calorie burn to help achieve your fitness goals. Build a Healthy Lifestyle: Stay active—even on busy workdays—by hitting your step goals. Disclaimer: HaloStep is designed for fitness and general wellness tracking purposes and is not intended for medical use. Step counts, distances, and calorie calculations are estimates based on device sensors and algorithmic predictions; accuracy may vary depending on usage conditions. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any new exercise program or making significant health decisions. Privacy Policy: https://ihalostep.neoprismup.com/static/halostep_ios/privacy-policy.html Terms of Service: https://ihalostep.neoprismup.com/static/halostep_ios/terms_of_service.html Contact Us: admin@neoprismup.com Ready to transform your daily routine? Download HaloStep today and take the first step toward a healthier lifestyle!

Screenshots

Step Tracker4 screens
HaloStep4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HaloStep at none against Step Tracker's 13. HaloStep also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Step Tracker's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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

Both are free to download. Step Tracker sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $0.79 per 7 days. HaloStep asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Step Tracker versus HaloStep: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStep TrackerHaloStep
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (416 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews91.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings416 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB36 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMalte PetersNEOPRISM TECHNOLOGY CO., LIMITED

Bugs and requests

Step Tracker

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Step count is off
  • Widgets not updating
  • App not starting
  • Streak broken due to app update
  • Incorrect step/distance tracking
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  • Charged for subscription unexpectedly

Requested features

8 requests
  • Integration with iWatch Home Screen
  • More diverse creature rewards
  • Bios for creatures
  • Ability to compete with friends
  • Step count displayed on watch
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  • Widgets for home screen
  • More beasts to collect
  • Option to hide potential animals until earned

HaloStep

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

Step Tracker

Subscriptions8
  • Pro Weekly Subscription$0.797 Days
  • Pro Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Weekly Subscription$1.997 Days
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  • Pro Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Pro Annual Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$17.901 Year
  • Annual Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time5
  • Pro Lifetime$24.99
  • Pro Lifetime$39.99
  • Pro Lifetime$49.99
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  • Pro Lifetime$59.99
  • Pro Lifetime$99.99
None

HaloStep

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Step Tracker free?
Step Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HaloStep free?
HaloStep is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Step Tracker or HaloStep have ads?
HaloStep shows ads; Step Tracker does not.

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