Best Step Goal Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.8 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated September 2026

Out of 250+ step goal apps on iOS, 18 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Step Goal Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1StepsApp PedometerStepsApp PedometerFree4.8★ (295K)YesYesSep 2026
2Steps  - Simple PedometerSteps - Simple PedometerFree4.7★ (5.5K)NoNoSep 2026
3StepUp Pedometer Step CounterStepUp Pedometer Step CounterFree4.8★ (133K)YesYesSep 2026
4Steps Goal: Daily Step CounterSteps Goal: Daily Step CounterFreeNoYesAug 2026
5Stepper: Step Counter & GoalsStepper: Step Counter & GoalsFreeNoYesAug 2026
6Voca Tooki - Learn EnglishVoca Tooki - Learn EnglishFree4.0★ (145)NoYesAug 2026
7Pacer Pedometer Step CounterPacer Pedometer Step CounterFree4.9★ (326K)NoYesSep 2026
8Steps - Activity TrackerSteps - Activity TrackerFree4.8★ (132K)YesYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Step Goal

StepsApp Pedometer#1

StepsApp Pedometer by StepsApp GmbH

Step Counter, Walking Tracker
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😊(295K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#21in Health & Fitness
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Accurate step counting
  • 💪 Motivates users to be active
  • 📊 Detailed statistics and tracking
  • 🎨 Customizable colors and themes

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent step/floor counting
  • 🔋 Battery drain issues
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding certain features
  • 🤖 Inaccurate 'inactivity' alerts
Steps  - Simple Pedometer#2

Steps - Simple Pedometer by Dasmer Singh

Daily Step Count App & Widget
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.7😊(5.5K ratings)
Free
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🚀 Accurate step counting
  • 🔒 No data collection or ads
  • 💡 Useful widget for quick access

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent step counting
  • 🔋 Sensitive to phone movement
  • 🚫 Lacks integration with Apple Watch
StepUp Pedometer Step Counter#3

StepUp Pedometer Step Counter by Pratik Stephen

Social step challenge tracker
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😊(133K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#18in Health & Fitness
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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.

What We Love

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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate step counting
  • 🐛 Syncing issues with wearables
  • 🐛 Losing friends/contacts
  • 🐛 Logging out issues
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance
  • 🔒 Requires Facebook login

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FAQ about Step Goal

What are the best step goal apps for iPhone?
StepsApp Pedometer tops our step goal apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 295K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top step goal apps we rank are free to download, including StepsApp Pedometer and Steps - Simple Pedometer.
StepsApp Pedometer shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 250+ step goal apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
StepsApp turns your iPhone into a step counter and activity tracker. It automatically counts your steps, tracks distance, burns calories, and helps you set and achieve daily activity goals. It also offers workout tracking with GPS and heart rate insights.
Key features include automatic step counting, workout tracking with map and heart rate data, integration with Apple Health and Apple Watch, customizable charts and animations, goal setting with notifications, and home screen widgets. It also supports wheelchair push tracking.

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