Comparison

Simple Step Counter (SSC) vs Stepping Stone Pedometer

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

Head to head
About

Simple Step Counter (SSC)

Features
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Your steps. Nothing more. Nothing less. Simple Step Counter is the minimalist step tracking app you've been looking for. No clutter, no complications, no subscriptions - just a beautiful, bold display of your daily steps. WHY SIMPLE STEP COUNTER? SEE YOUR STEPS INSTANTLY Open the app to see your step count displayed in large, easy-to-read numbers. No hunting through menus, no tapping through multiple screens - your steps are front and center where they belong. The count updates automatically in real-time as you move throughout your day. BEAUTIFUL HOME SCREEN WIDGETS Track your progress without opening the app. Simple Step Counter includes three elegant widget sizes that seamlessly integrate with your home screen: - Small Widget: Quick glance at your step count with a clean, minimal design - Medium Widget: Step count plus a circular progress ring showing your journey to 10,000 steps - Large Widget: Full dashboard with detailed progress bar and goal percentage All widgets automatically adapt to iOS light and dark mode, ensuring they look perfect no matter your preference. Widgets update every 15 minutes to keep you informed throughout the day. YOUR WEEK AT A GLANCE Tap "View History" to see your step counts from the past 7 days. Track your progress over time and celebrate your most active days. The simple list view makes it easy to spot trends and stay motivated. PRIVACY YOU CAN TRUST Your step data stays on your device. Period. Simple Step Counter only reads step count information from Apple Health - no data is collected, stored on external servers, or shared with third parties. Ever. We don't use: - Analytics or tracking services - Advertising networks - Cloud storage for your data - Any third-party data processors Your health data is yours alone. NATIVE iOS DESIGN Built exclusively for iOS 18+ using SwiftUI, Simple Step Counter feels right at home on your iPhone. Enjoy smooth animations, a clean modern interface, and a design that respects your system preferences. The app automatically adapts to your device's appearance settings, looking beautiful in both light and dark mode. EASY SETUP Getting started takes seconds: 1. Open the app and tap "Get Started" 2. Grant permission to read step data from Apple Health 3. That's it - your steps appear instantly WHAT YOU GET - Large, bold step count display - Real-time automatic updates - 7-day history view - Three widget size options - Light and dark mode support - HealthKit integration - Clean, minimal interface - In-app widget installation guide - No ads, no tracking, no subscriptions - One-time purchase, yours forever PERFECT FOR - Anyone who wants simple step tracking without complexity - People who appreciate minimalist, well-designed apps - Users who value privacy-focused solutions - Those seeking a clean alternative to cluttered fitness apps - Anyone who prefers apps that do one thing exceptionally well REQUIREMENTS - iPhone running iOS 18.0 or later - Apple Health with step tracking enabled (built into all iPhones) A DIFFERENT APPROACH In a world of complicated fitness apps loaded with features you'll never use, Simple Step Counter takes a different approach. We believe your step counter should be simple, beautiful, and respectful of your privacy. No social features, no gamification, no pressure - just your steps, displayed clearly when you want to see them. Sometimes less really is more. Download Simple Step Counter today and rediscover the simplicity of just counting steps. Eula: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Stepping Stone Pedometer

This application tracks your daily steps, offering estimates for distance, calories, and walking time. It features customizable skins and a progress ring for daily goals, all while prioritizing user privacy by keeping data on your device. The app is completely free with no ads or subscriptions.

Highlights
  • Responsive step counting
  • Daily goal progress ring
  • Distance and calorie estimates
  • Offline functionality
  • Customizable app skins
  • No ads or subscriptions
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Stepping Stone is a step counter, designed to help you as much as it possibly can on your journey of improvement: FREE, WITH NO CATCH Every feature in this app is free. There are no subscriptions, no paywalls, and no ads anywhere. The only things for sale are optional cosmetic skins, a way to support the app if you ever want to, never a requirement. YOUR DATA STAYS YOURS Steps are counted on your device, using your phone's built-in motion sensor. No account, no sign-in, no analytics, no tracking. We never see, sell, or share your data. We couldn't even if we wanted to, because nothing leaves your phone. MAKE IT YOURS Skins re-theme the entire app to match your personality. You can preview any skin for free before deciding to buy it. JOIN THE COMMUNITY Stepping Stone is solely made by me, and I think health should be free and honest. Join the Discord server (in Settings) to shape what comes next, including community-designed skins. WHAT IT DOES • Responsive step count that ticks with every step • Daily goal with a progress ring you can set to any target • Distance, calories, and walking-time estimates • Recent-day history at a glance • Four full app skins (one free, three optional) • Light and dark modes for every skin • Works entirely offline WHAT IT DOESN'T DO • No ads • No subscriptions • No account required • No data collection Good luck out there. Remember to take things one day at a time :)

Screenshots

Simple Step Counter (SSC)3 screens
Stepping Stone Pedometer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Stepping Stone Pedometer at 15.1 against Simple Step Counter (SSC)'s 18.6. On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Simple Step Counter (SSC) sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Stepping Stone Pedometer sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Simple Step Counter (SSC) versus Stepping Stone Pedometer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple Step Counter (SSC)Stepping Stone Pedometer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIvar Alex NycolaasLUIS ENRIQUE GONZALEZ VAZQUEZ

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Simple Step Counter (SSC)

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Annual Premium7 Days trial$2.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$9.99
3 purchases

Stepping Stone Pedometer

One-time3
  • Sunrise$1.99
  • Neon$1.99
  • Trail$1.99

Questions

Is Simple Step Counter (SSC) free?
Simple Step Counter (SSC) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stepping Stone Pedometer free?
Stepping Stone Pedometer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Simple Step Counter (SSC) or Stepping Stone Pedometer have ads?
Neither Simple Step Counter (SSC) nor Stepping Stone Pedometer shows ads.

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