# Pedometer++ vs iSteps GPS Pedometer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pedometer++ at 70% against iSteps GPS Pedometer's 13%. Pedometer++ also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.3) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 46 months). iSteps GPS Pedometer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (9.1 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pedometer++ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and iSteps GPS Pedometer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pedometer++ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pedometer++ has 185K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Pedometer++'s written reviews are positive against 13% of iSteps GPS Pedometer's.

Pedometer++ ships an update every 2 weeks, iSteps GPS Pedometer every 46 months. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pedometer++ | iSteps GPS Pedometer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (185K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-plus-plus/id712286167/reviews)** | [2.3 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/isteps-gps-pedometer/id762596933/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **185K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **69.5% of reviews** | 12.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 46 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#89** | — |
| Size | 124 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **9.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cross Forward Consulting, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/295660206) | [KBMSoft ApS](https://appshunter.io/developer/288294299) |

## What reviewers say

### Pedometer++

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

**Currently charting:** #89 Top Free · Health & Fitness, #157 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 (8)**

| 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 |

**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


### iSteps GPS Pedometer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/isteps-gps-pedometer/id762596933)

This app tracks your daily steps, distance, speed, and calories burned. It offers an optional upgrade for GPS route mapping and logging your walks. Easily set up your profile and start tracking your activity to promote a healthier lifestyle.

**Highlights:** Step tracking, Distance walked, Calories burned, Walking speed, GPS route mapping (upgrade), Background operation

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade Package | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pedometer++ free?

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

### Is iSteps GPS Pedometer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pedometer++ or iSteps GPS Pedometer?

Pedometer++ is rated higher. Pedometer++ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 185K ratings, while iSteps GPS Pedometer averages 2.3 from 7 ratings.

### Do Pedometer++ or iSteps GPS Pedometer have ads?

Pedometer++ shows ads; iSteps GPS Pedometer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pedometer++ or iSteps GPS Pedometer?

Pedometer++ ships an update every 2 weeks, and iSteps GPS Pedometer every 46 months. Most recently, Pedometer++ was updated on November 8, 2026 and iSteps GPS Pedometer on November 1, 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.*