Comparison

StrideLog vs Step Gazelle

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

Head to head
About

StrideLog

Features
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StrideLog is your complete training companion for going from walking to running your first 5K — and beyond. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced runner, our app provides the structure and insights you need to reach your goals. WALK TO RUN TRAINING • 9-week structured program designed for beginners • Progressive training with run/walk intervals • Audio coaching with voice feedback during workouts • Background workout tracking - stays active even when locked • Mark workouts complete as you progress • Resume training from where you left off INSIGHTS & ANALYTICS • Track your weekly distance, workouts, and pace trends • View your personal bests across multiple distances • Extended trends: 4 weeks free, up to all-time with Pro • Beautiful visualizations to see your progress • Monitor your improvement over time WORKOUT FEATURES • Simple workout logging with automatic pace calculation • Track distance, duration, and pace • Add notes to remember key details • Works fully offline • Optional iCloud sync to keep your data backed up across devices RACE TRACKING • Log races from 5K to marathon (5 races free, unlimited with Pro) • Set goal times and track achievements • Add photos from race day • Record race locations with weather data • Track personal records by distance • Historical weather data for past races (Pro) SHOE TRACKING • Monitor mileage on your running shoes (3 shoes free, unlimited with Pro) • Get retirement reminders based on mileage • Track multiple pairs simultaneously • See which shoes you wore for each workout ICLOUD SYNC • Automatic sync across all your devices • Delete and reinstall anytime - your data is safe • Two-way sync keeps everything up to date • Built-in and completely free • Your data stays private in your iCloud account PRO FEATURES (One-Time Purchase) • Unlimited races and shoes • Extended trends: 12 weeks, 6 months, 1 year, all-time • Historical weather data for past races • Export your data to CSV or JSON • Future Pro features included at no extra cost DESIGNED FOR YOU • Clean, modern interface • Dark mode support • Works offline - no internet required • Privacy-focused - your data stays on your device • Optional iCloud sync for peace of mind Whether you're training for your first 5K or tracking your marathon progress, StrideLog provides the structure, insights, and motivation you need to succeed. Start your running journey today with StrideLog!

About

Step Gazelle

This app encourages you to walk more by setting adaptive daily step goals based on your recent activity. Progress is visualized through a savanna art scene where your gazelle moves towards a watering hole as you reach your targets. Track your step history and plan your journey to a higher fitness goal.

Highlights
  • Adaptive daily step goals
  • Gamified progress visualization
  • Step history tracking
  • Customizable target goals
  • Home screen widgets
  • Privacy-focused, local data storage
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Step Gazelle sets your daily step goal from your own recent step history. Beat your 3rd-lowest day from the last 30 days, and your gazelle crosses the savanna to the watering hole. As you build your streak, your goal rises, moving you toward the target you set. How it works Your daily goal is your 3rd-lowest step count from the past 30 days. When you've been walking less, it's easier. As you build consistency, your daily goal rises. Hit your goal, and today counts toward your streak right away. Miss a day? Spend a pass to save your streak. Your gazelle A savanna scene tracks your day. Your gazelle walks toward the watering hole as you walk and reaches it when you hit your goal. Give your gazelle a name, and tap it to say hello. Trends See your step history by week, month, or six months. Track your average and distance, see how they compare with the previous period, and watch your steps rise over time. Plan Choose the target you're working toward and how quickly your goal climbs to get there. A projection chart shows when you'll reach it at your current pace. Nudges on your schedule An afternoon nudge if you're behind and an evening nudge when you're close. You choose when each one can arrive. Home screen widgets Small and medium widgets show your steps and your gazelle on the savanna, without opening the app. Your steps, from every device Step Gazelle reads from Apple Health, so steps from your iPhone, Apple Watch, or another tracker all count. No manual logging. Built for privacy All data stays on your device. No account, no cloud sync, no tracking. Free to use. Premium unlocks widgets, the difficulty dial, and full Trends history with a one-time purchase. No subscription.

Screenshots

StrideLog4 screens
Step Gazelle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Step Gazelle at 13 against StrideLog's 1. On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. StrideLog sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Step Gazelle sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for StrideLog against 5.0 for Step Gazelle. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Step Gazelle has 13 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StrideLog ships an update every 4 weeks, Step Gazelle fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
StrideLog versus Step Gazelle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrideLogStep Gazelle
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (13 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings113 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.216.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYANCY SHEPHERDMATTHEW MICHAEL YOUNG

In-app purchases

1 purchases

StrideLog

One-time1
  • StrideLog Pro Upgrade$4.99
1 purchases

Step Gazelle

One-time1
  • Step Gazelle Premium$9.99

Questions

Is StrideLog free?
StrideLog is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Step Gazelle free?
Step Gazelle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, StrideLog or Step Gazelle?
StrideLog and Step Gazelle are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 13 ratings respectively.
Do StrideLog or Step Gazelle have ads?
Neither StrideLog nor Step Gazelle shows ads.
Which is updated more often, StrideLog or Step Gazelle?
StrideLog ships an update every 4 weeks, and Step Gazelle fortnightly. Most recently, StrideLog was updated on October 24, 2026 and Step Gazelle on October 24, 2026.

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