HotStepper vs Grévin
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HotStepper
Navigate to any destination on Earth with an augmented reality companion. This app guides you visually by having a character walk you to your chosen location. Simply select a destination on the map and follow your AR sidekick.
- Augmented reality navigation
- AR character guide
- Destination selection on map
- Visual walking directions
- Uses cellular data for navigation
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HotStepper is your first Augmented Reality sidekick to any destination on Earth. HotStepper features a confident dude who, when he’s not dancing, will walk you to any location you need to go. All you need to do is go outside, pick a destination on the map and then just follow him as he does his thing. HotStepper uses cellular data to navigate the world so please make sure it’s switched on when using the app.
Grévin
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Discover Grévin in a new way with an enriched, lively, and interactive visit. The app guides you from room to room and immerses you in the magical world of the museum, where every space tells a story and each figure comes to life through clear, accessible, and engaging content. Follow the official museum route and explore the rooms in the order of the visit. In each space, you’ll find a presentation of the museum’s most iconic rooms, describing their atmosphere, theme, and standout elements. The app helps you understand the narrative thread of the museum while letting you move at your own pace. Dive into the complete catalogue of statues. Every personality has a dedicated profile featuring a short biography, an image, and the essential information to enrich your visit. It’s a simple and engaging way to understand why each figure is part of Grévin’s universe. Move freely from one statue to another, from one room to the next, and create your own adventure inside the museum. Looking for a specific personality? Simply scan the QR Code located next to each statue to instantly access its profile. The app makes your visit smoother, more intuitive, and enhances every encounter with the museum’s figures. To add a playful twist, some rooms feature a small challenge you can complete. By participating, you unlock themed badges that reflect each room’s atmosphere. A fun addition that highlights your progress and turns your visit into a magical mini-adventure. Features: • Interactive route following the museum’s layout • Presentation of the museum’s most iconic rooms • Complete catalogue of statues • Short and engaging biographies • Smooth navigation between rooms and figures • QR Code scanning for quick access • Mini-games and badges to unlock in several rooms The Grévin app enriches your visit without distracting from it. It guides, enlightens, and entertains, helping you experience the museum with a fresh perspective. Prepare your visit, make the most of it, and (re)discover Grévin as you’ve never seen it before.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: HotStepper at every 8 days against Grévin's every 3 weeks. HotStepper also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
HotStepper ships an update every 8 days, Grévin every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HotStepper | Grévin |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (30 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 30 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 117 MB | 82 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nexus Productions | Musée Grévin |
In-app purchases
HotStepper
No in-app purchases
Grévin
No in-app purchases









