# Steps vs ActivityTracker Pedometer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ActivityTracker Pedometer at 97% against Steps's 49%. ActivityTracker Pedometer also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and ratings volume (102K vs 19K). Steps's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Steps sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and ActivityTracker Pedometer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ActivityTracker Pedometer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ActivityTracker Pedometer has 102K ratings behind it against 19K, 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 97% of ActivityTracker Pedometer's.

Steps ships an update every 9 days, ActivityTracker Pedometer every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Steps | ActivityTracker Pedometer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-step-counter-pedometer/id719208154/reviews) | **[4.8 (102K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/activitytracker-pedometer/id993667592/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 19K | **102K** |
| Positive reviews | 48.9% of reviews | **97.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 68 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pumpkin Computer Co., LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1626005358) | [Bits&Coffee](https://appshunter.io/developer/584369640) |

## 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


### ActivityTracker Pedometer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/activitytracker-pedometer/id993667592)

Effortlessly track your daily steps, active calories, distance, and more using just your iPhone or Apple Watch. Set personal goals, view hourly and daily progress, and stay motivated to increase your activity for a healthier lifestyle. Offers workout tracking with GPS and detailed activity maps.

**Highlights:** Track steps, calories, distance, active time, floors climbed, Hourly activity breakdown, Daily, weekly, and yearly trend graphs, Workout tracking with GPS, Route mapping and detailed activity stats, Apple Watch and Health app integration

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ActivityTracker PRO | $4.99 | per month |
| ActivityTracker PRO | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Motivational
- 📊 Detailed tracking
- 🔋 Accurate step counting
- 🤖 Seamless integration with Apple Watch

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent step/floor tracking
- 🔄 Syncing issues between phone and watch
- 📉 Inaccurate calorie/distance tracking

**Reported bugs**

- Steps not updating in real-time
- App crashes on certain devices
- Complications not working on newer Apple Watch faces

**Requested features**

- Monthly/annual step/distance summary
- Manual data entry option
- More customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Steps free?

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

### Is ActivityTracker Pedometer free?

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

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

ActivityTracker Pedometer is rated higher. Steps averages 4.6 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while ActivityTracker Pedometer averages 4.8 from 102K ratings.

### Do Steps or ActivityTracker Pedometer have ads?

Both Steps and ActivityTracker Pedometer show ads.

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

Steps ships an update every 9 days, and ActivityTracker Pedometer every 6 weeks. Most recently, Steps was updated on September 23, 2026 and ActivityTracker Pedometer on September 24, 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.*