# Steps vs Step Counter Pedometer doSteps

The clearest difference is ads: Step Counter Pedometer doSteps at none against Steps's shown. Step Counter Pedometer doSteps also leads on review sentiment (77% vs 49%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). Steps's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (19K vs 1.1K). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Steps sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Step Counter Pedometer doSteps sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Step Counter Pedometer doSteps holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Steps has 19K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 49% of Steps's written reviews are positive against 77% of Step Counter Pedometer doSteps's.

Steps ships an update every 9 days, Step Counter Pedometer doSteps every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Steps | Step Counter Pedometer doSteps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-step-counter-pedometer/id719208154/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-pedometer-dosteps/id1525549932/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 1.1K |
| Positive reviews | 48.9% of reviews | **77.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 68 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pumpkin Computer Co., LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1626005358) | [AK Apptuitive GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1126285171) |

## What reviewers say

### Steps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-step-counter-pedometer/id719208154)

This app automatically tracks your daily steps, distance, calories burned, and stairs climbed in the background. Set personalized daily goals for activity and monitor your progress over time with clear historical data. It's designed for effortless use and battery efficiency.

**Highlights:** Automatic step tracking, Distance and calorie monitoring, Flights of stairs climbed, Daily goal setting, Daily, weekly, monthly totals, Background operation, Apple Health data import

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Steps Pro Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Steps Pro Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Steps Pro Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Pro | $3.99 | per month |
| Steps Pro Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Steps Pro Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Steps Pro Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Steps Pro Annual | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple to use
- 🚀 Practical and efficient
- 👍 Good design
- 👍 Helps with weight control and health
- 👍 Accurate step counting

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate step/distance tracking
- 🔍 Lacks options to customize settings
- 💸 Too many ads, disruptive to use
- 🔋 Steps not recorded when phone not carried
- 🐛 Inconsistent step/distance reporting

**Reported bugs**

- Steps not accurately counted
- App freezes or lags when opening
- Steps/distance data resets or disappears

**Requested features**

- Add option to track calories burned
- Provide weekly/monthly step history
- Allow conversion between steps and distance (miles/km)
- Implement a premium version to remove ads


### Step Counter Pedometer doSteps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-pedometer-dosteps/id1525549932)

Automatically track your daily steps and distance walked without needing to sign in or use GPS. Set personal fitness goals and receive progress notifications. View your activity history over daily, weekly, and monthly periods.

**Highlights:** Automatic step and distance tracking, Set and track fitness goals, Progress notifications, Daily, weekly, monthly data display, No sign-in required for privacy, Battery-saving, no GPS usage, Share progress with friends

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Premium - Step Counter | $1.99 | per month |
| 1 Year Premium - Pedometer | $10.99 | per year |
| 6 Month Premium | $10.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium | $10.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to navigate
- 🚀 Helpful for tracking steps
- 💡 Useful for getting a raise

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate step counting
- 🔍 Lack of support options

**Reported bugs**

- Inaccurate step counting
- Incompatible with Apple Watch

**Requested features**

- Map to view steps
- Edit button to log exercises without phone


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Steps free?

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

### Is Step Counter Pedometer doSteps free?

Step Counter Pedometer doSteps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Steps or Step Counter Pedometer doSteps?

Step Counter Pedometer doSteps is rated higher. Steps averages 4.6 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while Step Counter Pedometer doSteps averages 4.8 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Steps or Step Counter Pedometer doSteps have ads?

Steps shows ads; Step Counter Pedometer doSteps does not.

### Which is updated more often, Steps or Step Counter Pedometer doSteps?

Steps ships an update every 9 days, and Step Counter Pedometer doSteps every 6 weeks. Most recently, Steps was updated on October 19, 2026 and Step Counter Pedometer doSteps on October 18, 2026.

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