# Daily Steps vs Steps Widgets (Pedometer)

The clearest difference is update cadence: Daily Steps at every 9 days against Steps Widgets (Pedometer)'s every 5 weeks. Daily Steps also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (1.6K vs 129). Steps Widgets (Pedometer)'s advantage is review sentiment (84% vs 72%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Daily Steps sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Steps Widgets (Pedometer) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Daily Steps holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Daily Steps has 1.6K ratings behind it against 129, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 72% of Daily Steps's written reviews are positive against 84% of Steps Widgets (Pedometer)'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Daily Steps ships an update every 9 days, Steps Widgets (Pedometer) every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Daily Steps | Steps Widgets (Pedometer) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/daily-steps-step-counter/id720629415/reviews)** | [4.5 (129 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-widgets-pedometer/id1564980878/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.6K** | 129 |
| Positive reviews | 71.6% of reviews | **83.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 13 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Harbour City Software Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/548893440) | [Khashayar Abryoghani](https://appshunter.io/developer/1564234803) |

## What reviewers say

### Daily Steps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/daily-steps-step-counter/id720629415)

Effortlessly track your daily steps, distance, and calories burned with a clean, intuitive interface. Set personal goals, view progress with helpful widgets, and receive walking tips to stay motivated. Integrates seamlessly with HealthKit for a comprehensive overview of your activity.

**Highlights:** Step counting, Activity tracking (distance, flights climbed, energy burnt), Daily step targets, Progress visualization, Home and Lock Screen widgets, Apple Watch complications, Walking tips

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $5.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and effective
- 👍 Accurate step tracking
- 👍 Great for daily walking
- 👍 Integrates well with Apple Watch
- 👍 Motivating and encouraging

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Steps not recorded accurately
- 🐛 App crashes or freezes
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 🔍 Lack of customization options
- 🔍 Limited features beyond step tracking

**Reported bugs**

- Steps not recorded during use
- Syncing issues between iPhone and Apple Watch
- Inaccurate step count data

**Requested features**

- Display distance in miles/kilometers
- Add goal setting and progress tracking
- Provide more detailed analytics and history
- Implement Apple Watch app and complications
- Improve widget functionality


### Steps Widgets (Pedometer)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-widgets-pedometer/id1564980878)

Visualize your daily activity directly on your home screen with customizable widgets. This app uses your iPhone's built-in sensors to display steps, distance, and personal bests. Track your progress across various time periods and personalize your experience with different themes.

**Highlights:** Home screen widgets, Steps and distance tracking, Personal best tracking, Multiple measurement units, Daily, weekly, monthly, yearly tracking, Customizable themes

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version | $1.99 | one-time |
| Full Version | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Daily Steps free?

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

### Is Steps Widgets (Pedometer) free?

Steps Widgets (Pedometer) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Daily Steps or Steps Widgets (Pedometer)?

Daily Steps is rated higher. Daily Steps averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while Steps Widgets (Pedometer) averages 4.5 from 129 ratings.

### Do Daily Steps or Steps Widgets (Pedometer) have ads?

Neither Daily Steps nor Steps Widgets (Pedometer) shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Daily Steps or Steps Widgets (Pedometer)?

Daily Steps ships an update every 9 days, and Steps Widgets (Pedometer) every 5 weeks. Most recently, Daily Steps was updated on September 23, 2026 and Steps Widgets (Pedometer) on September 24, 2026.

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