# Stepz vs Steps Counter

The clearest difference is monetization model: Steps Counter at free with in-app purchases against Stepz's subscription. Steps Counter also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.5) and review sentiment (100% vs 75%). Stepz's advantage is ratings volume (33K vs 18) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stepz sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Steps Counter sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Steps Counter holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stepz has 33K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Stepz's written reviews are positive against 100% of Steps Counter's.

Stepz ships an update weekly, Steps Counter every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stepz | Steps Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepz-step-counter-and-tracker/id839671656/reviews) | **[4.9 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-counter-pedometer/id1566522813/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **33K** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | 75.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 60 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mosaic S.r.l.](https://appshunter.io/developer/570748343) | [Arda İlgili](https://appshunter.io/developer/1566522815) |

## What reviewers say

### Stepz

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepz-step-counter-and-tracker/id839671656)

This app automatically tracks your daily steps using your device's motion coprocessor, conserving battery life. It provides detailed activity overviews, allows goal setting, and integrates with Apple Health for a comprehensive fitness picture. Your data is stored privately on your device.

**Highlights:** Automatic step recording, Low battery drain, Apple Health integration, Daily step goal setting, Distance calculation, Floors climbed tracking, Apple Watch app

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Prime with Free Trial | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro with Free Trial | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Bundle Subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Bundle Subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly - Free Trial | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Bundle - Free Trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Bundle | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Stepz PRO | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate step tracking
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 🚀 Motivating and encouraging
- 👍 Helpful for fitness goals
- 👍 Integrates well with Apple Health

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent step counting
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔍 Intrusive ads
- 🔍 Cluttered and confusing UI changes

**Reported bugs**

- Steps not accurately recorded
- Data loss and sync issues
- Crashes and freezes on launch

**Requested features**

- Add ability to set custom stride length
- Improve data sync and history tracking
- Add more detailed analytics and insights
- Provide a one-time purchase option


### Steps Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-counter-pedometer/id1566522813)

Track your daily steps with this intuitive pedometer. It provides a simple, energy-efficient way to monitor your walking progress and support your health goals. Easily view your step count throughout the day.

**Highlights:** Step tracking, Energy-efficient monitoring, Daily step count, Walking progress visualization, Health goal support

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access | $0.99 | per month |
| Full Access | $7.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stepz free?

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

### Is Steps Counter free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Stepz or Steps Counter?

Steps Counter is rated higher. Stepz averages 4.5 out of 5 from 33K ratings, while Steps Counter averages 4.9 from 18 ratings.

### Do Stepz or Steps Counter have ads?

Both Stepz and Steps Counter show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Stepz or Steps Counter?

Stepz ships an update weekly, and Steps Counter every 3 weeks. Most recently, Stepz was updated on September 24, 2026 and Steps Counter on September 23, 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.*