# StepUp Pedometer Step Counter vs Stompers

StepUp Pedometer Step Counter and Stompers both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 73% of StepUp Pedometer Step Counter's written reviews are positive against 57% of Stompers's. StepUp Pedometer Step Counter also leads on ratings volume (148K vs 14K). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StepUp Pedometer Step Counter sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.00 per month and Stompers sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for StepUp Pedometer Step Counter against 4.8 for Stompers. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StepUp Pedometer Step Counter has 148K ratings behind it against 14K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 73% of StepUp Pedometer Step Counter's written reviews are positive against 57% of Stompers's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | StepUp Pedometer Step Counter | Stompers |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (148K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepup-pedometer-step-counter/id979101825/reviews)** | [4.8 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stompers-walking-step-counter/id6477849675/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **148K** | 14K |
| Positive reviews | **73.3% of reviews** | 56.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | Every 3 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#24** | #70 |
| Size | 64 MB | 182 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Pratik Stephen](https://appshunter.io/developer/979101824) | [Stompers, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1656162793) |

## What reviewers say

### StepUp Pedometer Step Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepup-pedometer-step-counter/id979101825)

**Currently charting:** #24 Top Free · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app is a social pedometer that encourages users to be more active by tracking steps, distance, and calories. It allows users to compete with friends and colleagues in step challenges, fostering motivation and healthy competition. The app integrates with various wearables and health platforms, offering a battery-efficient way to monitor daily activity and achieve fitness goals.

**Highlights:** Automatic step tracking, Distance and calorie monitoring, Social step challenges, Real-time leaderboards, Goal setting and achievements, Battery-efficient design, Syncs with Apple Health and other wearables

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Support StepUp | $1.00 | per month |
| Support StepUp | $2.00 | per month |
| Support StepUp | $6.00 | per year |
| Support StepUp | $10.00 | per year |
| Support StepUp | $12.00 | per year |
| Support StepUp | $5.00 | one-time |
| Support StepUp | $15.00 | one-time |
| Support StepUp | $20.00 | one-time |
| Support StepUp | $25.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Motivating and competitive
- 👍 Accurate step tracking
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 👍 Helpful for weight loss and fitness
- 👍 Integrates with wearables

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate step counting
- 🐛 Syncing issues with wearables
- 🐛 Losing friends/contacts
- 🐛 Logging out issues
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance

**Reported bugs**

- Steps not updating correctly
- Randomly adding extra steps
- Unable to add friends
- Frequent app crashes

**Requested features**

- Add Apple Watch support
- Implement a chat feature
- Allow changing step length settings
- Provide more detailed leaderboard information
- Add option to change daily start/end time


### Stompers

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stompers-walking-step-counter/id6477849675)

**Currently charting:** #70 Top Free · Health & Fitness, #74 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This free pedometer game transforms walking into a fun, motivating experience. Sync with Apple Health, connect with friends, and play daily games to track your fitness, burn calories, and achieve your health goals. It's designed to keep you active and engaged throughout the day.

**Highlights:** Syncs with Apple Health, Connect with friends, Daily games and challenges, Calorie tracking, Motivation for fitness goals, Social networking features

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Super Stompers (Weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Super Stompers (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Super Stompers (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Super Stompers (Yearly) | $29.99 | per year |
| Super Stompers (Yearly) | $39.99 | per year |
| Super Stompers (Yearly) | $49.99 | per year |
| Super Stompers (Yearly) | $59.99 | per year |
| Super Stompers (Yearly) | $79.99 | per year |
| Super Stompers (Yearly) | $89.99 | per year |
| Super Stompers (Yearly) | $99.99 | per year |
| Tier 1 coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Offer 5 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Offer 2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Offer 1 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Tier 1 coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| Offer 9 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Tier 2 coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| Tier 2 coins | $8.99 | one-time |
| Tier 3 coins | $13.99 | one-time |
| Tier 4 coins | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 👍 Fun and competitive
- 👍 Motivates users to walk more
- 👍 Engaging gameplay with power-ups

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy
- 🔧 Mechanics need balancing
- 💰 Overpriced subscription
- 🕰️ Time zone issues
- 🔍 Requires too many friends to use

**Reported bugs**

- Steps not accurately syncing
- Leaderboard issues with time zones
- App crashing on startup
- Friend adding/removing problems

**Requested features**

- Add Fitbit/other tracker integration
- Extend daily end time to midnight
- Implement separate friend groups
- Add more power-up options
- Improve coin/reward system


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StepUp Pedometer Step Counter free?

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

### Is Stompers free?

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

### Which has better reviews, StepUp Pedometer Step Counter or Stompers?

StepUp Pedometer Step Counter is rated higher. StepUp Pedometer Step Counter averages 4.8 out of 5 from 148K ratings, while Stompers averages 4.8 from 14K ratings.

### Do StepUp Pedometer Step Counter or Stompers have ads?

Both StepUp Pedometer Step Counter and Stompers show ads.

### Which is updated more often, StepUp Pedometer Step Counter or Stompers?

StepUp Pedometer Step Counter ships an update every 3 days, and Stompers every 3 days. Most recently, StepUp Pedometer Step Counter was updated on October 30, 2026 and Stompers on October 30, 2026.

### Which is more popular, StepUp Pedometer Step Counter or Stompers?

StepUp Pedometer Step Counter currently peaks at #24 in the App Store charts, and Stompers at #70. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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