Stark vs StepCounter.com
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Stark
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STARK is the definitive step goal tracker for high-performance living. Built for people who move with intention, Stark cuts through the noise and keeps you focused on one thing: hitting your daily step goal. TRACK YOUR STEPS Stark connects directly to Apple Health to deliver your real-time step count, estimated distance, and calories burned on a clean, no-fuss dashboard that loads instantly every time you open the app. SET YOUR GOAL Choose from pre-set daily goals (3,000, 5,000, 8,000, or 10,000 steps), or go Pro and set your own custom target. Your goal, your standard. STAY CONSISTENT Stark tracks your daily streak so you can build and protect your momentum. See your current week at a glance, visualize consistency, and get a haptic reward when you crush the day. HOME SCREEN WIDGET Keep your step count visible without opening the app. Add the Stark widget to your Home Screen or Lock Screen for a live view of your progress against your daily goal. UNLOCK STARK PRO Upgrade to Stark Pro for unlimited access to: ⢠Custom step goal ⢠Efficiency Analytics (today vs. average) ⢠Weekly summary (total steps, distance, active time) ⢠Daily breakdown chart with goal visualization ⢠Personal records (best day, best week, best month, longest streak) PRIVACY-FIRST Stark reads step data from Apple Health and does not sell your data. Stark is designed for simplicity, speed, and daily use. No bloat. No distractions. Just you and your steps. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/tofu-stark/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://sites.google.com/view/tofu-stark/terms Subscription terms: ⢠Subscription: Stark Pro (Auto-renewable) ⢠Length: 1 year ⢠Price: $29.99/year (USD; may vary by region) Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your App Store account settings.
StepCounter.com
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Turn everyday walking into real results. StepCounter.com is your all-in-one step counter and AI walking coach ā an accurate pedometer, personalized walking plans, GPS route tracking, plus water and BMI tracking ā all in one beautifully simple app built to help you lose weight, get fitter, and stay consistent. Set your goal, get a plan, and watch the progress add up. Whether you want to shed a few pounds or simply move more, StepCounter.com keeps every metric that matters in one place ā and keeps your data private, right on your device. ACCURATE STEP & ACTIVITY TRACKING ⢠Real-time step counting from your phone's motion sensor and Apple Health (Apple Watch included) ⢠Track steps, distance, and calories against your own daily goals ⢠Clean home dashboard ā tap to switch between steps, distance, and calories ⢠Battery-friendly: pause live tracking anytime and your counts still stay accurate AI WALKING COACH ⢠A personalized 7-day walking plan built around your goal: weight loss, fitness, or maintenance ⢠Every new plan is fresh and progressive ā new themes and a little more challenge each week, so it never feels repetitive ⢠Warm-up, main set, and cool-down segments, each with a skip option ⢠Live voice coaching compares your real pace to the plan and cheers you on GPS-MAPPED WALKS ⢠Map your walks, runs, and hikes with distance, duration, and full route ⢠Turn the map on or off mid-walk to save battery ā your timer and step count keep going ⢠A rich summary and celebration every time you finish WATER & BMI ⢠Log your water intake and stay hydrated with optional reminders ⢠Track your BMI and weight over time with a clear, simple history STAY ON TRACK ⢠Home-screen widget ā show just your steps, or steps + calories + distance ⢠Smart reminders: a daily walk nudge, step-progress updates, hydration reminders, and an optional weekly weigh-in ⢠7-day trends plus detailed Day / Week / Month reports for every metric ⢠Metric or imperial units ⢠Fun goal celebrations to keep you motivated PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your steps, routes, weight, and water data stay on your device. We don't run servers that collect them. FREE TO START Download and use StepCounter.com for free ā and your first walking plan is free. Create additional plans free with a short video, a one-time purchase, or Premium. Go Premium for unlimited plans and an ad-free experience. Start walking toward your goal today. ā Premium subscription ⢠Monthly and yearly auto-renewable subscriptions unlock unlimited walking plans and remove all ads. ⢠Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. ⢠Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. ⢠Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ ⢠Privacy Policy: https://stepcounter.com/ios/privacy-policy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Stark at 3 against StepCounter.com's 1. StepCounter.com's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.2). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Stark sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and StepCounter.com sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Stark | StepCounter.com |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | ā |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch ā better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 26.2 | 16.0 ā better |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ralph Olazo | Smriti Tomer |
In-app purchases
Stark
- Stark Pro Weekly$2.997 Days
- Stark Pro Annual$19.991 Year
- Stark Pro Lifetime$39.99
StepCounter.com
- Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription$49.991 Year
- Unlock Walking Coach$9.99









