Comparison

FeatherStep vs Badminton Follow

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

Head to head
About

FeatherStep

Features
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FeatherStep is a badminton footwork training app for players of all levels. Practice professional court movement anywhere, anytime - like having a coach calling the shots. 【Key Features】 - 8-Direction Training: random arrows simulate real match movement in all 8 court directions - Direction Weights: make weak directions appear x2 / x3 more often to fix them - Deception Mode: fake-out cues train quick reactions and your second start - Number Mode: numbers 1-8 for court zone recognition training - Video Replay: record while training, arrows overlay the footage so you see where your start is slow - Training Stats: volume charts, day streak, one-tap sharing of your results - Training History: every step's direction and reaction time saved - Interval Timer: training/rest cycles with a coach color mode readable across the court - Training Reminders: pick your days and time to build a steady habit - Difficulty Presets: Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced in one tap 【How to Train】 1. Mount your phone at the net facing the court 2. Follow the directional arrows displayed on screen 3. Move to the target position using proper footwork technique 4. Return quickly to center and wait for the next cue 【Advanced Features】 - Customize preparation time and arrow display duration - CSV full backup: export / import all records and settings in one tap - Export and import settings via QR Code to share with friends and students - Add custom images and sound cues 【Premium】 Unlock 30-day / all-time statistics, direction volume analysis, best streak record, and an ad-free experience. 【Privacy】 All training videos are stored locally on your device. We never upload or collect your personal data. Download now and start your badminton footwork training journey! --- © 2023-2026 Smallhand Studio. All rights reserved. Arrow icons created by Roundicons - Flaticon https://www.flaticon.com/free-icons/arrow Footprints icons created by nawicon - Flaticon https://www.flaticon.com/free-icons/footprints Song: Get Right Artist: Owl Nest Music by: CreatorMix.com --- Auto-renewing subscription - Name: FeatherStep Premium - Length: 1 month, auto-renewing - Price: shown in the app before purchase (varies by region) Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it any time in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://featherstep-c577b.firebaseapp.com/privacy_policy.html

About

Badminton Follow

Features
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Train badminton anywhere: press start and follow a voice coach through footwork, swing and fitness drills. 22+ guided routines with animations, rhythm counts and spoken cues. No court, no partner, no equipment needed. Pick a ready-made plan or build your own, check in daily and keep your streak going. NEW IN 1.1.0 - Build your own training plan: choose a routine for each day, reorder days, or copy a recommended plan and adjust it - 12 interface languages - Hands-free control: pause and resume from headphone or lock-screen buttons, or turn on voice commands and just say "pause" or "resume" - Report a problem on any exercise in one tap GUIDED ROUTINES - Six-point footwork with an animated court diagram: highlighted targets and recovery arrows - Footwork basics, net and rear-court work, star drill - Swing rhythm: forehand and backhand, net play, serve practice, full-court combos - Agility and split-step starts - 21-move fitness follow-along with a real coach, about 14 minutes - Core strength and leg power - Injury prevention for ankle, knee and shoulder - Dynamic warm-up and post-game stretching with 3D animations VOICE COACH ALL THE WAY - Announces each move and explains the key points - Counts your reps in rhythm and pushes you through the final seconds - Rep targets on count-based moves: follow the count, keep the pace PLANS AND PROGRESS - 7-day footwork, 7-day swing, 14-day all-round, 10 minutes a day - Or create your own plan from any routines - Daily check-ins, training history and streaks - Minutes today, weekly sessions and totals No sign-up required. Free to use with ads; remove ads anytime with a one-time purchase. A few minutes a day builds better badminton habits. Note: this app is a training aid and does not replace a professional coach. Make sure you have enough space and stop immediately if you feel discomfort.

Screenshots

FeatherStep4 screens
Badminton Follow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: FeatherStep at weekly against Badminton Follow's every 6 weeks. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. FeatherStep sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month and Badminton Follow sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FeatherStep ships an update weekly, Badminton Follow every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
FeatherStep versus Badminton Follow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFeatherStepBadminton Follow
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size113 MB89 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperLonghong Chiangzhenyu song

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FeatherStep

Subscriptions1
  • Premium - Ad-Free$3.991 Month
1 purchases

Badminton Follow

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99

Questions

Is FeatherStep free?
FeatherStep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Badminton Follow free?
Badminton Follow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FeatherStep or Badminton Follow have ads?
Both FeatherStep and Badminton Follow show ads.
Which is updated more often, FeatherStep or Badminton Follow?
FeatherStep ships an update weekly, and Badminton Follow every 6 weeks. Most recently, FeatherStep was updated on November 3, 2026 and Badminton Follow on November 9, 2026.

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