# StepClean vs Cull

The clearest difference is rating: Cull at 4.8 against StepClean's 3.8. Cull also leads on ratings volume (37 vs 4). StepClean's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StepClean sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 7 days and Cull sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cull holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cull has 37 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

StepClean ships an update weekly, Cull every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | StepClean | Cull |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepclean/id6748302963/reviews) | **[4.8 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cull-phone-cleaner-and-privacy/id6757142001/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **37** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 46 MB | 103 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Olymp Group LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1825076502) | [TrafficABC Technology LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1853186473) |

## What reviewers say

### StepClean

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepclean/id6748302963)

This app combines a precise step tracker with subtle phone optimization tools. Monitor your daily activity, from casual walks to structured workouts, while it quietly works to keep your device organized and responsive. Enjoy a smoother mobile experience with dual functionality for an active, clutter-free lifestyle.

**Highlights:** Real-time step counting, Distance, time, and calorie tracking, Automatic pedometer activation, Personalized step goals, File organization, Phone performance optimization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| 12 Weeks | $69.99 | per 3 months |


### Cull

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cull-phone-cleaner-and-privacy/id6757142001)

This app helps you free up iPhone storage by deleting duplicate photos, compressing videos, and cleaning contacts. It also protects your privacy by removing hidden metadata like GPS location from photos before you share them.

**Highlights:** Duplicate photo remover, Video compressor, Contact cleaner, Metadata remover, Location remover, Batch metadata cleaner, Private photo sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Week | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Cull Pro Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Cull Pro Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Cull Weekly Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Year | $12.99 | per year |
| Cull Yearly Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Cull Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Cull Pro | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StepClean free?

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

### Is Cull free?

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

### Which has better reviews, StepClean or Cull?

Cull is rated higher. StepClean averages 3.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Cull averages 4.8 from 37 ratings.

### Do StepClean or Cull have ads?

Neither StepClean nor Cull shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, StepClean or Cull?

StepClean ships an update weekly, and Cull every 10 days. Most recently, StepClean was updated on November 10, 2026 and Cull on November 9, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*