Simple Stepper vs Stark
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Simple Stepper
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Stay active without overcomplicated fitness apps. Simple Stepper combines step tracking, GPS workouts and powerful performance insights — all in a clean, distraction-free design. No clutter. No confusion. Just your progress. KEY FEATURES: • Track your daily activity Follow your steps, distance, calories and active time in real time. • Visual progress rings See your daily progress instantly and stay motivated throughout the day. • 24-day history overview Understand your consistency with a clear visual activity timeline. • GPS workout tracking Record walks, runs and workouts with detailed route maps and live stats. • Detailed workout insights Analyze every session with pace, speed, distance and full performance metrics. • Elevation profile analysis View altitude changes using GPS and barometer data with a clear elevation graph. • Split analysis per kilometer Break down your performance by kilometer including pace, speed and elevation changes. • Smart goals & personal stats Set your own daily goals and track your improvement over time. • Clean & simple design Focus on what matters — your movement and progress. • Flexible tracking Works automatically in the background, no setup needed. EXTRAS & SUPPORT: • Backup & restore your data anytime • Available in English, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and Ukrainian AD-FREE OPTION: Use Simple Stepper for free or enjoy an uninterrupted experience with an optional subscription. Start your journey today and turn every step into meaningful progress. --- Legal Information: • Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ • Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/wargrids/privacypolicy
Stark
This app tracks your daily steps, distance, and calories burned by connecting to Apple Health. Set custom goals, monitor your progress with streaks, and visualize your consistency. Unlock advanced analytics and personalized records with a Pro subscription.
- Real-time step count tracking
- Daily step goal setting
- Streak tracking for consistency
- Home and Lock Screen widgets
- Efficiency analytics
- Personal best records
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STARK is the definitive step goal tracker for high-performance living. Built for people who move with intention, Stark cuts through the noise and keeps you focused on one thing: hitting your daily step goal. TRACK YOUR STEPS Stark connects directly to Apple Health to deliver your real-time step count, estimated distance, and calories burned on a clean, no-fuss dashboard that loads instantly every time you open the app. SET YOUR GOAL Choose from pre-set daily goals (3,000, 5,000, 8,000, or 10,000 steps), or go Pro and set your own custom target. Your goal, your standard. STAY CONSISTENT Stark tracks your daily streak so you can build and protect your momentum. See your current week at a glance, visualize consistency, and get a haptic reward when you crush the day. HOME SCREEN WIDGET Keep your step count visible without opening the app. Add the Stark widget to your Home Screen or Lock Screen for a live view of your progress against your daily goal. UNLOCK STARK PRO Upgrade to Stark Pro for unlimited access to: • Custom step goal • Efficiency Analytics (today vs. average) • Weekly summary (total steps, distance, active time) • Daily breakdown chart with goal visualization • Personal records (best day, best week, best month, longest streak) PRIVACY-FIRST Stark reads step data from Apple Health and does not sell your data. Stark is designed for simplicity, speed, and daily use. No bloat. No distractions. Just you and your steps. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/tofu-stark/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://sites.google.com/view/tofu-stark/terms Subscription terms: • Subscription: Stark Pro (Auto-renewable) • Length: 1 year • Price: $29.99/year (USD; may vary by region) Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your App Store account settings.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Stark at none against Simple Stepper's shown. Simple Stepper's advantage is iOS requirement (18.2 vs 26.2). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Simple Stepper sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Stark sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Simple Stepper ships an update weekly, Stark every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Simple Stepper | Stark |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nikolas Brock | Ralph Olazo |
In-app purchases
Simple Stepper
- Simple Stepper Ad-free Monthly3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Simple Stepper Ad-Free Annual3 Days trial$8.991 Year
Stark
- Stark Pro Weekly$4.997 Days
- Stark Pro Annual3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Stark Pro Lifetime$59.99









