# Steps vs StepMelon

The clearest difference is rating: Steps at 4.6 against StepMelon's 4.0. Steps also leads on ratings volume (51 vs 3). StepMelon's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 10 days) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Steps sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and StepMelon sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Steps holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Steps has 51 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Steps ships an update every 10 days, StepMelon every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Steps | StepMelon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-workout-and-pedometer/id6746096378/reviews)** | [4.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepmelon-pedometer-and-steps/id6758699170/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **51** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 81.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 56 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hieu Dinh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1240418732) | [Matthew Harris](https://appshunter.io/developer/1873222704) |

## What reviewers say

### Steps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-workout-and-pedometer/id6746096378)

This app helps you track your daily steps and workouts with precise counting and goal setting. It offers features to block distracting apps, compete globally, and visualize your progress with detailed charts and insights. Personalize your experience with custom themes and widgets.

**Highlights:** Precise step counting via HealthKit, Customizable daily step goals, App blocking for focus, Global step leaderboard, 23+ workout types with live tracking, Interactive charts and visualizations, Yearly insights and personal records

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly (1 Month) | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly (1 Month) | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly - Family (1 Month) | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly - Family (1 Month) | $5.99 | per month |
| 1-Year Subscription (1 Year) | $19.99 | per year |
| 1-Year Subscription (1 Year) | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly - Family (1 Year) | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly - Family (1 Year) | $39.99 | per year |
| Steps Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| Steps Pro Family - Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |


### StepMelon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepmelon-pedometer-and-steps/id6758699170)

Track your daily steps and fitness goals with a fun watermelon theme. Features customizable watch face complications, iPhone home screen widgets, and detailed analytics. Integrates with Apple Health for seamless data syncing.

**Highlights:** Watch face complications, iPhone home screen widgets, Three-goal tracking, Weekly trend charts, CSV/JSON data export, Streak tracking, Seasonal badges

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| StepMelon Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| StepMelon Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| StepMelon Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| StepMelon Premium | $34.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Steps free?

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

### Is StepMelon free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Steps or StepMelon?

Steps is rated higher. Steps averages 4.6 out of 5 from 51 ratings, while StepMelon averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Steps or StepMelon have ads?

Neither Steps nor StepMelon shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Steps or StepMelon?

Steps ships an update every 10 days, and StepMelon every 5 days. Most recently, Steps was updated on October 19, 2026 and StepMelon on October 12, 2026.

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