Comparison

Step Counter vs Aruki

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

Head to head
About

Step Counter

Features
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A clean daily step goal with quick-add buttons — no sensors, no permissions, no account. - Quick-add chips: 500, 1k, 2.5k - 14-day bar chart - Full history and themes - Works on any phone, any age Who it's for For anyone whose phone won't count steps reliably and wants a quick manual log and streak. Subscription Premium is available as a weekly, monthly or yearly auto-renewing subscription, or as a one-time Lifetime purchase. Subscriptions auto-renew unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the period. You can cancel anytime in your Apple ID Subscription Settings. Payment is charged to your Apple ID. Privacy: everything stays on your device by default. No analytics SDKs, no cross-app tracking. Privacy policy at https://bestpaid.app/legal/privacy. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Aruki

Features
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Walk briskly. Slow down. Repeat. Aruki guides your Japanese Interval Walking workout with clear voice and vibration cues, so you can keep your phone in your pocket and focus on your walk. Aruki is a simple interval walking timer and coach built around the Japanese Interval Walking method. Follow alternating fast and slow walking intervals without constantly watching the clock. Whether you're walking outdoors or on a treadmill, Aruki keeps your workout structured from start to finish. HOW IT WORKS Start your walk and let Aruki guide every interval. When it's time to walk faster or slow down, you'll hear a voice cue and feel a vibration. No need to check the screen or remember when to switch. Just walk, follow the cues, and stay in rhythm. FEATURES Voice & vibration cues Know exactly when to switch between fast and slow intervals without watching your phone. Japanese Interval Walking Follow the structured fast-and-slow walking method with a simple guided timer. Interval walking timer Stay on track throughout your workout with clear interval and countdown guidance. Walking history Keep a record of your completed walks and review your activity over time. Progress tracking See how consistently you're walking and follow your progress from one workout to the next. Detailed statistics Review your walking activity and workout trends in one place. Outdoor & treadmill walking Use Aruki wherever you prefer to walk, whether you're outside or on a treadmill. Dark mode Enjoy a comfortable interface in low-light conditions. Simple, distraction-free design Everything you need for your walk without unnecessary complexity. WHY ARUKI? Aruki is designed around one simple idea: you shouldn't have to stare at a timer while exercising. Put your phone away, start your workout, and let Aruki tell you when it's time to change pace. Use voice cues with your headphones or rely on vibration when you want to walk without audio. It's a simple way to make interval walking more structured and easier to follow. ARUKI PREMIUM Upgrade to Aruki Premium to unlock the complete Aruki experience: • Unlimited walking history • Custom fast and slow interval durations • Advanced insights with monthly summaries, filters, and sorting • Ad-free experience SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Aruki Premium is available as an auto-renewable yearly subscription. The price shown in the app applies to your local App Store storefront. Payment is charged to your Apple ID when you confirm your purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current subscription period ends. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time through your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/aruki-ios/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Step Counter4 screens
Aruki4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Aruki at every 5 days against Step Counter's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Step Counter sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Aruki sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Step Counter ships an update every 3 weeks, Aruki every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
Step Counter versus Aruki: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStep CounterAruki
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVasilii PolovnikovAbhimanyu Sharma

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Step Counter

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Ā· 1 week$2.997 Days
  • Premium Ā· 1 month$3.991 Month
  • Premium Ā· 1 year$5.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Ā· Lifetime$7.99
1 purchases

Aruki

Subscriptions1
  • Aruki Premium$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Step Counter free?
Step Counter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Aruki free?
Aruki is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Step Counter or Aruki have ads?
Neither Step Counter nor Aruki shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Step Counter or Aruki?
Step Counter ships an update every 3 weeks, and Aruki every 5 days. Most recently, Step Counter was updated on October 20, 2026 and Aruki on October 28, 2026.

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