Best Counting Steps Fitness Apps

228+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

Looking for free counting steps fitness apps? 20 of our 228+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Top Picks for Counting Steps Fitness

Steps - Activity Tracker#1

Steps - Activity Tracker by Year of Code, LLC

Pedometer and Step Counter
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😊(129K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app tracks your daily walking distance and step count with a simple, visually engaging interface. Set personal goals and monitor your progress with changing colors, while also recording workouts and syncing with Apple Health.

What We Love

  • 👍 Works as written
  • 👍 Helps with fitness goals
  • 👍 Responsive customer service
  • 👍 Useful and convenient

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate step counting
  • 🐛 Syncing issues with Apple Watch
  • 🐛 Deleting or reducing steps
Steps: Step Counter, Pedometer#2

Steps: Step Counter, Pedometer by Pumpkin Computer Co., LLC

Pacer Tracker & Walking Count
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.6😐(19K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app automatically tracks your daily steps, distance, calories burned, and stairs climbed in the background. Set personalized daily goals for activity and monitor your progress over time with clear historical data. It's designed for effortless use and battery efficiency.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple to use
  • 🚀 Practical and efficient
  • 👍 Good design
  • 👍 Helps with weight control and health

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate step/distance tracking
  • 🔍 Lacks options to customize settings
  • 💸 Too many ads, disruptive to use
Stepz - Step Counter & Tracker#3

Stepz - Step Counter & Tracker by Mosaic S.r.l.

Walking pedometer for steps
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.5😐(32K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate step tracking
  • 👍 Easy to use interface
  • 🚀 Motivating and encouraging
  • 👍 Helpful for fitness goals

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent step counting
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model

More Counting Steps Fitness apps to explore

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Steps  - Simple Pedometer
Steps  - Simple Pedometer
Steps - Simple Pedometer
Daily Step Count App & Widget
Free

Track your daily step count and stay motivated to reach your fitness goals. This app offers a simple way to monitor progress with customizable goals and visual celebrations upon achievement. Enjoy a lightweight and user-friendly experience with customizable display options.

Daily step countingHome and Lock Screen widgetsCustomizable step goal
💪 Health & Fitness
(3.1K)
free
5
StepsApp Pedometer
StepsApp Pedometer
StepsApp Pedometer
Step Counter, Walking Tracker
Free

This app transforms your phone into a powerful step counter and activity tracker. Monitor steps, distance, calories burned, and set daily goals. It integrates with Apple Health and Apple Watch for comprehensive activity monitoring.

Automatic step countingWorkout tracking with GPS and heart rateApple Health and Apple Watch integration
💪 Health & Fitness
(284K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Pedometer++
Pedometer++
Pedometer++
Count Steps, Track Walks/Runs
Free

Track your daily steps, walking distance, calories burned, and heart rate. Set goals, earn badges, and view progress with easy-to-read graphs. Explore routes, create custom paths, and download offline maps for outdoor adventures.

Step countingDistance and calorie trackingCustom goal setting
💪 Health & Fitness
(49K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Argus: Pedometer Step Tracker
Argus: Pedometer Step Tracker
Argus: Pedometer Step Tracker
Healthy Habits, Together
Free

Track your steps, calories, sleep, and workouts all in one place. Compete with friends in fitness challenges to stay motivated and achieve your health goals. Log meals easily with photo recognition and barcode scanning.

Automatic step trackingPhoto calorie counterSleep tracking with smart alarm
💪 Health & Fitness
(36K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Pedometer & Step Counter
Pedometer & Step Counter
Pedometer & Step Counter
Calorie Counter & Weight Loss
Free

This app tracks your daily steps, burned calories, and walking distance using your phone's built-in sensor. It offers clear graphs of your progress and syncs with Apple Health. Enjoy a private and battery-efficient step-counting experience with customizable themes.

Step counting using built-in sensorCalorie and distance trackingClear progress graphs
💪 Health & Fitness
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Pacer Pedometer Step Counter
Pacer Pedometer Step Counter
Pacer Pedometer Step Counter
Walking step challenge tracker
Free

This app tracks your daily activity, including steps, distance, and calories burned, to help you reach your fitness goals. It offers GPS mapping for outdoor exploration, personalized fitness plans, and community features for motivation and support.

Effortless activity tracking (steps, distance, calories)GPS mapping for outdoor routesPersonalized fitness plans and weight management
💪 Health & Fitness
(315K)
free with in-app purchases
10
MySteps - Step Counter
MySteps - Step Counter
MySteps - Step Counter
Pedometer and Activity Tracker
Free

This app acts as a personal fitness companion, automatically tracking your daily steps, activities, and calories burned. It offers real-time workout tracking with GPS, goal setting, and progress visualization to keep you motivated. Seamlessly syncs with Apple Health for a comprehensive view of your fitness data.

Automatic step countingReal-time activity trackingGPS workout mode
💪 Health & Fitness
(43K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Steps+
Steps+
Steps+
Count your steps and calories!
Free

This app efficiently tracks your daily steps, calories, and distance using your iPhone's built-in sensors. It integrates with Apple Watch and the Health app to provide a comprehensive view of your activity. Set daily goals, view progress charts, and receive notifications upon reaching them.

Step and calorie trackingApple Watch integrationDaily goal setting
💪 Health & Fitness
(1.3K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Stompers: Step Counter Friends
Stompers: Step Counter Friends
Stompers: Step Counter Friends
Fun Pedometer Activity Tracker
Free

This app transforms fitness tracking into a social game. Connect with friends, participate in daily challenges, and stay motivated to walk and burn calories. It's a fun way to achieve health and fitness goals together.

Free pedometer gameWalking challenges and contestsConnect with friends and family
💪 Health & Fitness
(3.7K)
free with in-app purchases
13
The Walk: Fitness Tracker Game
The Walk: Fitness Tracker Game
The Walk: Fitness Tracker Game
Every Step Counts
Free

Turn your daily walks into an epic adventure with this fitness tracker game. Progress through a captivating story by walking, earning rewards, and unlocking achievements. It adapts to your fitness level, making every step count towards a healthier you.

Step tracking and mappingEngaging narrative adventureUnlockable clues and achievements
💪 Health & Fitness
(779)
freemium
14
Pedometer - Run & Step Counter
Pedometer - Run & Step Counter
Pedometer - Run & Step Counter
Running walking tracker pacer
Free

This app accurately counts your steps, calories burned, and distance traveled using your phone's built-in sensor. Track your progress with hourly, daily, and weekly statistics, set goals, and view your achievements. It also offers GPS tracking and integrates with HealthKit for comprehensive fitness data.

Accurate step countingCalorie and distance trackingGoal setting and achievements
💪 Health & Fitness
(3.2K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Social Steps
Social Steps
Social Steps
Tracks steps with friends
Free

This app transforms daily walking into a fun, competitive experience. Set personal step goals, challenge friends, and track your progress automatically. It integrates with popular fitness trackers to keep you motivated and active.

Set daily step goalsCompete with friendsAutomatic step tracking
💪 Health & Fitness
(5K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Weight Loss Walking Step Count
Weight Loss Walking Step Count
Weight Loss Walking Step Count
Walk Counter & Weightloss App
Free

This app guides users toward weight loss and improved health through personalized walking plans. It tracks steps, calories burned, and weight progress, offering clear daily goals and scientifically-backed strategies for sustainable results.

Personalized walking plansStep and calorie trackingWeight progress logging
💪 Health & Fitness
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
17
HealthView: Apple Health App
HealthView: Apple Health App
HealthView: Apple Health App
Health & Fitness Widgets
Free

Visualize your health and fitness data with customizable widgets and Apple Watch complications. Easily track a wide range of metrics from steps and calories to heart rate and sleep. Gain a clear overview of your well-being directly on your home screen.

Home screen widgets for health dataApple Watch complications for quick glancesSupports over 50 health data sets
💪 Health & Fitness
(14K)
subscription
18
StepBet: Walk, Get Active, Win
StepBet: Walk, Get Active, Win
StepBet: Walk, Get Active, Win
Step Goal & Fitness Motivation
Free

Earn money by meeting personalized step goals through weekly fitness games. Connect your activity tracker, join a game with a bet, and stay active to win and split the pot with other participants. Offers a risk-free trial with a full refund within the first week.

Personalized step goalsWeekly fitness gamesBet on yourself
💪 Health & Fitness
(23K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Pedometer α - Step Counter
Pedometer α - Step Counter
Pedometer α - Step Counter
Steps counter for walking
Free

This application functions as a free and simple step counter, ideal for tracking walking and supporting diet goals. It automatically records your steps, calories burned, distance, and walking time, displaying this data in easily viewable graphs. Customize the app's appearance with themes and ensure accurate tracking by inputting personal details.

Step countingCalorie trackingDistance measurement
💪 Health & Fitness
(164K)
ad-supported
20
Step Tracker Pedometer Steps
Step Tracker Pedometer Steps
Step Tracker Pedometer Steps
Activity & Walking App
Free

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.

Step countingWalking/running distance trackingCalorie burn monitoring
💪 Health & Fitness
(4.2K)
freemium