Comparison

STEEZY vs Model Academy

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

Head to head
About

STEEZY

Learn to dance step-by-step with professional instructors. Access a vast library of classes, adjust tempo, loop moves, and view from multiple angles. Master various dance styles at your own pace.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step dance instruction
  • Adjustable tempo and looping
  • Multiple camera angles
  • 1000+ classes in various styles
  • Guided programs
  • Cast to TV
Features
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STEEZY is the #1 dance studio on your iPhone, iPad, or smart TV – use it to learn to dance step-by-step, at a pace that works for you. Copying music videos will only get you so far. If you really want to master the dance styles of today, you need to learn from the best dancers and instructors. STEEZY brings the professionalism of a world-class dance school to you. STEEZY instructors are the best in the game. You’ll regularly find them competing in international competitions, touring, or starring in music videos, and they are here to teach YOU! Step-by-step instructions help you learn the moves AND understand the fundamental techniques so you can build your confidence and become a better dancer. The unique STEEZY digital studio technology allows you to watch dance teachers demonstrate moves from different angles, adjust the tempo of your class, play any move or section on loop while you practice. You can even cast directly to your TV. Save your favorite classes to take as many times as you like. Or take one of our guided programs to master your chosen style. Styles include: Hip-hop Ballet Contemporary Jazz K-Pop Dance Workout Popular Choreography House Breaking Popping Whacking Krump Heels With 1000+ classes, and more being added every week, there's always more styles and fun routines to explore. Classes range from complete beginner to expert, so jump in wherever you’re comfortable and you’ll be grooving in no time. What are you waiting for? Get up and dance now! Subscription pricing and terms: Steezy Studio offers an auto-renewing yearly subscription at $99.99/year to provide you with unlimited access to Steezy Studio with an active subscription. Payment will be charged to the payment method connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period.Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Read more about our terms and conditions here: Terms of Service: https://www.steezy.co/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.steezy.co/privacy

About

Model Academy

Learn the essentials of modeling from a professional coach with experience training top industry figures. Access unique content, track your progress, and connect with a community to help you advance your modeling career or get scouted.

Highlights
  • Professional modeling coaching
  • Unique learning content
  • Progress tracking
  • Offline content sync
  • Community access
  • Scouting opportunities
Features
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Always been told to model? But don't know how to start? Start right here! Mandy Dyonne Lieveld coach models who walk for CHANEL, DIOR, VERSACE etc. And worked together with Gigi Hadid, Kendall Jenner. Join our community & check out the unique content that will help you level up your skills or even get scouted. Installing the app is free of charge. INFORMATION ABOUT THE APP AND PURCHASE OPTIONS By signing up, you will get access to subscription(s) that include features such as progress tracking, and offline sync. The download of Model Academy is free of charge. Should you use Model Academy to access in-app content via available subscription(s), a payment will be charged to your credit card after the trial period ends and when a subscription renews. A subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the subscription period. There is no increase in price when renewing. Subscription(s) can be managed and auto-renewal turned off in Account Settings in the App Store after purchase. Read our full Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy: https://passion.io/terms-of-service https://passion.io/privacy-policy

Screenshots

STEEZY4 screens
Model Academy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Model Academy at 100% against STEEZY's 38%. Model Academy also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). STEEZY's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (13K vs 5). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. STEEZY sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Model Academy sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $29.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Model Academy holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: STEEZY has 13K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of STEEZY's written reviews are positive against 100% of Model Academy's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

STEEZY ships an update every 3 weeks, Model Academy every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
STEEZY versus Model Academy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTEEZYModel Academy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (13K ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews37.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13K — better5
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size84 MB93 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSTEEZYMandy Lieveld

Customer experience

STEEZY

All ratings13,047 ratings
Positive92.8%
Neutral2.2%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews597 reviews
Positive37.9%
Neutral14.1%
Negative48.1%

Model Academy

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

STEEZY

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Videos not loading or getting stuck
  • Inability to resume classes from where left off
  • Inconsistent behavior when pausing/rewinding videos
  • Rotation issues on tablets and phones
  • Subscription/payment problems

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add monthly subscription option
  • Improve app stability and performance
  • Implement better TV/casting support
  • Enhance search and navigation features
  • Introduce more dance styles beyond just hip-hop

Model Academy

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

STEEZY

Subscriptions10
  • Basic Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Standard Monthly7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$29.991 Month
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  • Basic Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • STEEZY Standard Yearly Access1 Year trial2 variants$99.991 Year
  • Standard Yearly7 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • Steezy Yearly Access1 Year trial$99.991 Year
  • Yearly Sub (deprecated)7 Days trial$149.991 Year
  • Yearly Sub (deprecated)7 Days trial$179.991 Year
  • Yearly Sub (deprecated)7 Days trial$199.991 Year
4 purchases

Model Academy

Subscriptions4
  • Subscription$29.001 Month
  • Subscription$49.001 Month
  • Subscription$99.001 Month
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  • Free 7 days7 Days trial$99.001 Month

Questions

Is STEEZY free?
STEEZY is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Model Academy free?
Model Academy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, STEEZY or Model Academy?
Model Academy is rated higher. STEEZY averages 4.7 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Model Academy averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do STEEZY or Model Academy have ads?
Model Academy shows ads; STEEZY does not.
Which is updated more often, STEEZY or Model Academy?
STEEZY ships an update every 3 weeks, and Model Academy every 3 months. Most recently, STEEZY was updated on October 22, 2026 and Model Academy on October 11, 2026.

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