# Steps vs StepsApp Pedometer

Steps and StepsApp Pedometer both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 93% of StepsApp Pedometer's written reviews are positive against 67% of Steps's. StepsApp Pedometer also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs fortnightly) and chart position (#30 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Steps sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and StepsApp Pedometer sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Steps against 4.8 for StepsApp Pedometer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 134K and 297K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of Steps's written reviews are positive against 93% of StepsApp Pedometer's.

Steps ships an update fortnightly, StepsApp Pedometer every 6 days. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Steps | StepsApp Pedometer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (134K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-activity-tracker/id708359518/reviews) | [4.8 (297K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepsapp-pedometer/id1037595083/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 134K | **297K** |
| Positive reviews | 67.5% of reviews | **93.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#30** |
| Size | 58 MB | 405 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Year of Code, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/315297566) | [StepsApp GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1018640589) |

## What reviewers say

### Steps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-activity-tracker/id708359518)

This app tracks your daily walking distance and step count with a simple, visually engaging interface. Set personal goals and monitor your progress with changing colors, while also recording workouts and syncing with Apple Health.

**Highlights:** Step and distance tracking, Goal setting with visual progress, Calorie tracking, Workout recording with GPS, Apple Health integration, Widgets for iPhone and Apple Watch, Siri and Shortcuts support

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works as written
- 👍 Helps with fitness goals
- 👍 Responsive customer service
- 👍 Useful and convenient
- 👍 Accurate tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate step counting
- 🐛 Syncing issues with Apple Watch
- 🐛 Deleting or reducing steps
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🐛 Glitches and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Steps not recording properly
- App crashing or freezing
- Incorrect step counts
- Syncing issues with Apple Health

**Requested features**

- Add ability to manually enter steps
- Improve step counting accuracy
- Enhance syncing with Apple Watch
- Add more customization options
- Improve history and data visualization


### StepsApp Pedometer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepsapp-pedometer/id1037595083)

**Currently charting:** #30 Top Free · Health & Fitness, #56 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app transforms your phone into a powerful step counter and activity tracker. Monitor steps, distance, calories burned, and set daily goals. It integrates with Apple Health and Apple Watch for comprehensive activity monitoring.

**Highlights:** Automatic step counting, Workout tracking with GPS and heart rate, Apple Health and Apple Watch integration, Customizable charts and animations, Goal setting and notifications, Widgets for home screen, Wheelchair push tracking

**Features:** Family Sharing, Siri integration, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| PRO Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| StepsApp Pedometer Pro | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| StepsApp Pedometer Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| PRO Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $23.90 | per year |
| StepsApp Pedometer Pro | $24.99 | per year |
| StepsApp Pedometer Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $32.99 | per year |
| StepsApp Freeze - 1day | $0.99 | one-time |
| StepsApp Pedometer Pro | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate step counting
- 💪 Motivates users to be active
- 📊 Detailed statistics and tracking
- 🎨 Customizable colors and themes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent step/floor counting
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🔍 Difficulty finding certain features
- 🤖 Inaccurate 'inactivity' alerts

**Reported bugs**

- Steps disappearing throughout the day
- Syncing issues between phone and watch
- Incorrect distance/calorie calculations

**Requested features**

- Add manual step/distance entry
- Improved Apple Watch integration
- More customization options
- Ability to compete with friends


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Steps free?

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

### Is StepsApp Pedometer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Steps or StepsApp Pedometer?

Steps and StepsApp Pedometer are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 134K and 297K ratings respectively.

### Do Steps or StepsApp Pedometer have ads?

Both Steps and StepsApp Pedometer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Steps or StepsApp Pedometer?

Steps ships an update fortnightly, and StepsApp Pedometer every 6 days. Most recently, Steps was updated on September 25, 2026 and StepsApp Pedometer on September 25, 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.*