# StepMax vs Just Steps

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Just Steps at none against StepMax's 2. Just Steps also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.2). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StepMax sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.49 per month. Just Steps asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | StepMax | Just Steps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepmax-step-counter/id6761482059/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **4** | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 67 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.2 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ivan Mlynek](https://appshunter.io/developer/1872661947) | [Maksym Huk](https://appshunter.io/developer/506364681) |

## What reviewers say

### StepMax

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepmax-step-counter/id6761482059)

This app transforms walking into a game with characters, achievements, and leaderboards. It tracks steps, calories, and distance, offering detailed reports and motivating users to build consistent walking habits. Compete with friends and collect unique characters to enhance your fitness journey.

**Highlights:** Gamified step tracking, Collect and evolve characters, Achievements and daily streaks, Leaderboards and friend challenges, Walk timer with pace tracking, Detailed progress reports, Offline functionality

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| StepMax VIP | $5.49 | per month |
| StepMax VIP | $24.99 | per year |


### Just Steps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/just-steps-pure-step-counter/id6807053777)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StepMax free?

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

### Is Just Steps free?

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

### Do StepMax or Just Steps have ads?

StepMax shows ads; Just Steps does not.

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