# Stepz vs Steps

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Stepz at 77% against Steps's 0%. Stepz also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (33K vs 9). Steps's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Stepz holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stepz has 33K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Stepz's written reviews are positive against 0% of Steps's.

Stepz ships an update weekly, Steps monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stepz | Steps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepz-step-counter-and-tracker/id839671656/reviews)** | [4.1 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-the-step-counter-app/id1596709215/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **33K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | **76.7% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 60 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mosaic S.r.l.](https://appshunter.io/developer/570748343) | [Adam Feher](https://appshunter.io/developer/1462164182) |

## 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steps-the-step-counter-app/id1596709215)

This app tracks your daily steps to encourage increased physical activity. It offers a simple interface, works offline, and respects user privacy by not collecting data. View your progress over days, weeks, and months with hourly and daily breakdowns.

**Highlights:** Step tracking, Ad-free experience, Offline functionality, Privacy-focused, Daily goal setting (Pro), Apple Health integration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Step Counter | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stepz free?

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

### Is Steps free?

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

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

Stepz is rated higher. Stepz averages 4.5 out of 5 from 33K ratings, while Steps averages 4.1 from 9 ratings.

### Do Stepz or Steps have ads?

Stepz shows ads; Steps does not.

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

Stepz ships an update weekly, and Steps monthly. Most recently, Stepz was updated on November 12, 2026 and Steps on November 11, 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.*