# Xera vs SweatMint

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Xera at none against SweatMint's 4. Xera also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (13 vs 1). On price, rating, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SweatMint sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Xera asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Xera against 5.0 for SweatMint. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Xera has 13 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Xera | SweatMint |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xera/id6755326971/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sweatmint-step-tracker/id6755372999/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 71 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [William Hunt](https://appshunter.io/developer/1848567571) | [Xiamen Wantai Shengke Culture Communication Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1575478693) |

## What reviewers say

### Xera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xera/id6755326971)

This strength training application helps users consistently lift weights, meticulously track each set, manage rest periods, and visualize their fitness progress. Users can select from pre-made workout templates or create personalized routines, logging their performance directly from their mobile device.

**Highlights:** Strength training tracking, Workout template library, Custom routine builder, Set and rep logging, Rest timer management, Progress visualization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### SweatMint

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sweatmint-step-tracker/id6755372999)

This app helps you track your daily steps and distance, setting goals and building streaks to stay motivated. Earn rewards by staying consistent and connect with friends through challenges and leaderboards. An optional Pro Challenge offers extra motivation and benefits.

**Highlights:** Sync steps with Apple Health, Set daily step and distance goals, Track progress and build streaks, Join friends on leaderboards, Redeem points in Reward Store, Optional Pro Challenge for extra motivation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP 1 Access | $29.99 | one-time |
| VIP 2 Upgrade | $119.99 | one-time |
| VIP 3 Upgrade | $239.99 | one-time |
| VIP 4 Upgrade | $599.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Xera free?

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

### Is SweatMint free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Xera or SweatMint?

SweatMint is rated higher. Xera averages 4.9 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while SweatMint averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Xera or SweatMint have ads?

SweatMint shows ads; Xera does not.

### Which is updated more often, Xera or SweatMint?

Xera ships an update every 8 days, and SweatMint every 8 days. Most recently, Xera was updated on October 7, 2026 and SweatMint on October 2, 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.*