# Steps vs Simple Lifts

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simple Lifts at none against Steps's 10. Steps's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Steps sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Simple Lifts asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Steps | Simple Lifts |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (54 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-workout-and-pedometer/id6746096378/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **54** | — |
| Positive reviews | 81.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Size | 56 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hieu Dinh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1240418732) | [Tom Terado](https://appshunter.io/developer/1798028879) |

## 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 (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly (1 Month) | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly (1 Month) | $2.99 | 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) | $39.99 | per year |
| Steps Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| Steps Pro Family - Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |


### Simple Lifts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-lifts/id6759508159)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Steps free?

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

### Is Simple Lifts free?

Simple Lifts is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Steps or Simple Lifts have ads?

Neither Steps nor Simple Lifts shows ads.

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