# Lungy vs Stepkeep

The clearest difference is ads: Lungy at none against Stepkeep's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lungy sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month and Stepkeep sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lungy | Stepkeep |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (171 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lungy-breathing-exercises/id1545223887/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **171** | — |
| Positive reviews | 90.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Size | 205 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pi-A](https://appshunter.io/developer/1545223890) | [Yi Fang](https://appshunter.io/developer/533417466) |

## What reviewers say

### Lungy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lungy-breathing-exercises/id1545223887)

This app uses your breath to create interactive visuals, helping you feel calmer and more in control. Developed by doctors, it offers personalized feedback and exercises for better relaxation and sleep. It's designed to be used offline, providing support whenever you need it.

**Highlights:** Real-time breath response visuals, Doctor-developed breathing techniques, Personalized progress and feedback, Offline functionality, Customizable exercises, HealthKit integration for Mindful Minutes

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Full Access | $3.49 | per month |
| Unlock Full Access | $3.99 | per month |
| Unlock Full Access | $4.00 | per month |
| Unlock Full Access | $4.49 | per month |
| Unlock Full Access | $4.99 | per month |
| Unlock Full Access | $7.99 | per month |
| Unlock Full Access | $9.99 | per year |
| Unlock Full Access | $16.99 | per year |
| Unlock Full Access | $24.00 | per year |
| Unlock Full Access | $24.99 | per year |
| Unlock Full Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Unlock Full Access | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlock Full Access | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlock Full Access | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access – Launch Offer | $22.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access – Launch Offer | $39.99 | one-time |
| Desbloquear el acceso completo | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Beautiful and engaging visuals
- 🧘‍♀️ Effective for relaxation and stress relief
- 💡 Unique and innovative approach to breathing exercises
- 👍 Simple and intuitive to use
- 💯 High-quality animations and design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Most features locked behind paywall
- 🤔 Confusing app organization/overlap
- 🗣️ Korean translation issues
- ⏳ Exhale phase pacing unclear
- 👎 Overpriced for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Minor bugs within the app
- Visuals don't work with Bluetooth headphones
- Haptic mode cannot be turned off completely

**Requested features**

- Add Apple Watch version
- Add more sound effects/white noise
- Allow starting exercises from favorites
- Play sounds when selecting custom exercise sounds
- In-app feedback mechanism


### Stepkeep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepkeep/id6806787159)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lungy free?

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

### Is Stepkeep free?

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

### Do Lungy or Stepkeep have ads?

Stepkeep shows ads; Lungy does not.

### Which is updated more often, Lungy or Stepkeep?

Lungy ships an update every 9 days, and Stepkeep every 9 days. Most recently, Lungy was updated on October 30, 2026 and Stepkeep on October 30, 2026.

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