Comparison

Stepz vs StepSaga

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Stepz

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
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Stepz is a convenient step counter app that leverages the clever Apple Motion Coprocessor which collects your motion data automatically in the background while saving battery life. This simple pedometer app has been specifically developed for the iPhone and Apple Watch. Do you move enough throughout the day? Learn more about your daily activity and get fit by reaching your step goal! To provide you with a complete overview of your fitness progress, Stepz can import all your past steps from the Apple Health app. Stepz respects your privacy: all your personal fitness data is stored internally on your device and never shared via a network connection without your explicit consent. * Featured by Apple on the App Store Home Page under Best New Apps in 22 countries (April 2015) * * FEATURES * - Full Apple Health integration - Automatically records your steps - Very accurate and no GPS needed - Runs in the background with very low battery drain - Daily, weekly, monthly, yearly and hourly step values - Distance calculation - Set your daily step goal - Shows floors climbed - Apple Watch app with clever data syncing - Connect with your friends * PREMIUM FEATURES * - iOS Today Widget for Notification Center - App icon badge shows your step count * USER REVIEWS * "Now that I have got this Stepz app I have stopped looking for any other system it is the very best to keep me on track.You have to try it once tried there is no looking back." (Sep 2018) "I love this app. It is just the tool I needed for motivation to walk more. Thanks. Keep up the good work." (Jul 2018) "Love love this step app. I've tried a couple others and read the reviews for STEPZ......decided to try "just 1 more". It's the best one I've tried! Love the calorie counting on this one too. Even the health one that comes with the iPhone doesn't compare to this one. Thank you!" (Nov 2017) ------------ SUBSCRIPTION INFO: Subscribe to take advantage of the features described above. • Subscription length: weekly • Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase. • You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase. • Your subscription will renew automatically, unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • The cost of renewal will be charged to your account in the 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. Terms of service: https://bendingspoons.com/tos.html?app=839671656 Privacy policy: https://bendingspoons.com/privacy.html?app=839671656 We are constantly improving our apps and would love to hear your suggestions, help us develop the best app available in the store! If you have found a bug, got a suggestion, or want a new feature, email us at: stepz@bendingspoons.com

About

StepSaga

This app helps beginners build healthy habits with an automatic step counter and motivational streaks. Track steps, log activities, and enjoy gentle workouts. It makes consistency joyful and sustainable for long-term health.

Highlights
  • Automatic step counter
  • Workout & activity logging
  • Gentle beginner workouts
  • Daily streaks & celebrations
  • Social steps challenges
  • Apple Health sync
Features
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StepSaga: Step Counter, Pedometer & Step Tracker The perfect app for beginners ready to build healthy habits that actually stick. Start for free with our automatic step counter and motivational streaks — everything you need to build lasting healthy fitness habits. Track steps effortlessly with our HealthKit integration, track your runs and walks, stay motivated with shared step goals and step challenges with friends, celebrate every streak and enjoy gentle workouts. If you're looking to walk more, feel healthier, or work towards a fitness milestone, StepSaga makes consistency joyful and sustainable. You can start for free today! - Automatic step counter & pedometer (steps, distance, calories, flights climbed) - Shared step goals with friends - Milestones and Awards - Weekly step challenges with your partner or besties - SAGA Practice Partner to help motivate you - Daily streaks & joyful celebrations for small wins - Track your walks and runs - Apple Health sync — your data stays private - Reminders & Notifications - Weight Tracking - Workout & activity logging - Gentle workouts tailored to beginners — no equipment needed Want full weight tracking, activity history, and advanced progress stats and insights? Subscribe to StepSaga Premium anytime. Why StepSaga? If you've struggled with consistency, perhaps you're a busy parent or work is taking up too much time, StepSaga is your gentle companion: effortless step counter and step tracking, motivational streaks and celebrations, and progress that feels rewarding with streaks. Ideal for building looking to lose weight, boost energy, and supporting long-term healthy habits. It's not about perfection — it's about showing up. Download StepSaga free and start your first streak today! StepSaga Privacy Policy: https://www.getstepsaga.com/privacy-policy StepSaga Terms & Conditions: https://www.getstepsaga.com/terms-conditions

Screenshots

Stepz4 screens
StepSaga4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: StepSaga at freemium against Stepz's subscription. StepSaga also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and review sentiment (100% vs 77%). Stepz's advantage is ratings volume (33K vs 7) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Stepz sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and StepSaga sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

StepSaga holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stepz has 33K ratings behind it against 7, 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 100% of StepSaga's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stepz ships an update weekly, StepSaga every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Stepz versus StepSaga: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStepzStepSaga
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (33K ratings)5.0 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews76.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings33K — better7
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.515.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB48 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMosaic S.r.l.Paul Morello

Customer experience

Stepz

All ratings32,553 ratings
Positive87.1%
Neutral4.0%
Negative8.9%
Written reviews2,460 reviews
Positive76.7%
Neutral5.3%
Negative18.0%

StepSaga

All ratings7 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Stepz

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

4 requests
  • 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

StepSaga

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Stepz

Subscriptions9
  • Weekly Prime with Free Trial7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Weekly Pro with Free Trial7 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Weekly Pro$3.997 Days
Show 6 more
  • Bundle Subscription$3.997 Days
  • Bundle Subscription7 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Weekly - Free Trial7 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Bundle - Free Trial7 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Bundle$6.997 Days
One-time1
  • Stepz PRO$0.99
3 purchases

StepSaga

Subscriptions3
  • StepSaga Monthly1 Month trial$3.991 Month
  • StepSaga Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • StepSaga Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Stepz free?
Stepz is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is StepSaga free?
StepSaga is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Stepz or StepSaga?
StepSaga is rated higher. Stepz averages 4.5 out of 5 from 33K ratings, while StepSaga averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.
Do Stepz or StepSaga have ads?
Both Stepz and StepSaga show ads.
Which is updated more often, Stepz or StepSaga?
Stepz ships an update weekly, and StepSaga every 3 weeks. Most recently, Stepz was updated on October 25, 2026 and StepSaga on October 24, 2026.

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