# Steps vs Pedometer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pedometer at 100% against Steps's 49%. Pedometer also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Steps's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (19K vs 7). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Steps sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Pedometer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Steps holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Steps has 19K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 49% of Steps's written reviews are positive against 100% of Pedometer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Steps ships an update every 9 days, Pedometer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Steps | Pedometer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-step-counter-pedometer/id719208154/reviews)** | [4.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-step-counter/id6736351371/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 48.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 68 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pumpkin Computer Co., LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1626005358) | [Yash Baraiya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1701081026) |

## 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


### Pedometer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedometer-step-counter/id6736351371)

Track your daily steps, distance, and calories burned with this accurate pedometer. It uses your phone's sensors, requires no wearables, and offers detailed history and goal tracking. Enjoy a private, offline experience with customizable themes.

**Highlights:** Accurate step tracking using phone sensors, Tracks distance, calories burned, and active time, Daily, weekly, and monthly history view, Set and track walking goals, Offline functionality, Light and dark mode UI, Privacy-focused, no login required

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Steps free?

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

### Is Pedometer free?

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

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

Steps is rated higher. Steps averages 4.6 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while Pedometer averages 4.0 from 7 ratings.

### Do Steps or Pedometer have ads?

Both Steps and Pedometer show ads.

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

Steps ships an update every 9 days, and Pedometer fortnightly. Most recently, Steps was updated on September 23, 2026 and Pedometer on September 10, 2026.

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