# Pedometer++ vs Pedometer α

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pedometer α at none against Pedometer++'s 12. Pedometer α also leads on review sentiment (86% vs 70%) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). Pedometer++'s advantage is chart position (#81 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pedometer++ sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Pedometer α asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Pedometer++ against 4.9 for Pedometer α. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 182K and 170K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 70% of Pedometer++'s written reviews are positive against 86% of Pedometer α's.

Pedometer++ ships an update every 3 weeks, Pedometer α weekly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pedometer++ | Pedometer α |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (182K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-plus-plus/id712286167/reviews) | **[4.9 (170K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-step-counter/id1027151285/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **182K** | 170K |
| Positive reviews | 70.3% of reviews | **86.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#81** | — |
| Size | 123 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cross Forward Consulting, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/295660206) | [ITO Technologies, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1027151074) |

## What reviewers say

### Pedometer++

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-plus-plus/id712286167)

**Currently charting:** #81 Top Free · Health & Fitness, #127 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

Track your daily steps, walking distance, calories burned, and heart rate. Set goals, earn badges, and view progress with easy-to-read graphs. Explore routes, create custom paths, and download offline maps for outdoor adventures.

**Highlights:** Step counting, Distance and calorie tracking, Custom goal setting, Progress graphs and badges, Route creation and import, Offline map downloads, Apple Watch complications

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pedometer++ Premium | $1.99 | per month |
| Pedometer++ Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Pedometer++ Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Pedometer++ Premium | $5.99 | per month |
| Pedometer++ Premium | $5.99 | per month |
| Pedometer++ Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Pedometer++ Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Pedometer++ Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Generous Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Advertisements | $1.99 | one-time |
| Amazing Tip | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Motivating and easy to use
- 👍 Customizable goals and challenges
- 🚀 Simple and straightforward interface
- 👍 Helpful for tracking fitness progress
- 🚀 Syncs well with Apple Health

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate step and floor tracking
- 🐛 Inconsistent data sync between devices
- 🐛 Steps/distance randomly deducted
- 🔋 High battery drain on Apple Watch
- 🐛 Monthly challenges not always working

**Reported bugs**

- Steps not syncing properly between devices
- Incorrect step and distance calculations
- Losing long-standing streaks and progress

**Requested features**

- Add ability to manually adjust steps
- Provide more detailed historical data
- Allow setting a custom start of the week
- Include a 'sick day' or 'rest day' option
- Improve accuracy of stairs/floors tracking


### Pedometer α

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-step-counter/id1027151285)

This application functions as a free and simple step counter, ideal for tracking walking and supporting diet goals. It automatically records your steps, calories burned, distance, and walking time, displaying this data in easily viewable graphs. Customize the app's appearance with themes and ensure accurate tracking by inputting personal details.

**Highlights:** Step counting, Calorie tracking, Distance measurement, Walking time and speed, Historical data graphs, Customizable themes

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Accurate step tracking
- 👍 Motivates users to walk more
- 👍 Provides daily/weekly/monthly stats
- 👍 Simple and straightforward interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent step/distance tracking
- 🐛 Stops recording prematurely
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔍 Lacks customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Fails to enable required permissions
- Displays incorrect step/distance data
- Loses historical data when reinstalled

**Requested features**

- Add option to track stairs/floors climbed
- Provide yearly step/distance history
- Allow editing of recorded data
- Integrate with fitness apps/devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pedometer++ free?

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

### Is Pedometer α free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pedometer++ or Pedometer α?

Pedometer α is rated higher. Pedometer++ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 182K ratings, while Pedometer α averages 4.9 from 170K ratings.

### Do Pedometer++ or Pedometer α have ads?

Both Pedometer++ and Pedometer α show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pedometer++ or Pedometer α?

Pedometer++ ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pedometer α weekly. Most recently, Pedometer++ was updated on September 25, 2026 and Pedometer α on September 25, 2026.

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