# Step Counter free vs Step Counter ⓒ

The clearest difference is rating: Step Counter ⓒ at 4.5 against Step Counter free's 3.0. Step Counter ⓒ also leads on ratings volume (4.2K vs 4). Step Counter free's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Step Counter ⓒ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Step Counter free asks for nothing beyond the download.

Step Counter ⓒ holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Step Counter ⓒ has 4.2K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Step Counter free's written reviews are positive against 73% of Step Counter ⓒ's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Step Counter free | Step Counter ⓒ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-free/id775807469/reviews) | **[4.5 (4.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter/id1455121270/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **4.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **72.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 2 MB | 116 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Moritz Berger](https://appshunter.io/developer/769529432) | [Pretty View LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1258567367) |

## What reviewers say

### Step Counter free

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter-free/id775807469)

Track your daily steps and distance traveled with this pedometer. It displays your progress over the last seven days and is designed to be energy-saving by utilizing the device's built-in M7 chip.

**Highlights:** Tracks daily steps, Displays last seven days' steps, Shows distance traveled, Energy-saving design, Utilizes M7 chip data

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Step Counter ⓒ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-counter/id1455121270)

This app helps you monitor daily activity, including steps, distance, and calories burned. It also tracks water intake and allows you to set fitness goals. Health Kit integration provides accurate data, and a premium version offers advanced features and an ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Step counting, Walking/running distance tracking, Calorie burn monitoring, Water intake tracking with reminders, Fitness goal setting, Health Kit integration, Dark mode support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $8.99 | per month |
| Yearly subscription | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💪 Helps stay motivated
- 🤝 Tracks progress well
- 🤩 Great app overall

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent step tracking
- 🤷‍♀️ Confusing setup process
- 💰 Paid features required
- 🚫 Doesn't work on iPad

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Weight/height input issues
- Inaccurate calorie tracking

**Requested features**

- Customizable step goals
- Real-time step tracking
- Better water intake tracking
- Workout duration tracking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Step Counter free free?

Step Counter free is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Step Counter ⓒ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Step Counter free or Step Counter ⓒ?

Step Counter ⓒ is rated higher. Step Counter free averages 3.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Step Counter ⓒ averages 4.5 from 4.2K ratings.

### Do Step Counter free or Step Counter ⓒ have ads?

Step Counter ⓒ shows ads; Step Counter free does not.

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