The Cove vs Next Step
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Cove
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The Cove app makes it very easy for you to manage your Cove account, book into our classes and events and keep in touch with us. You can easily message us if you have a question or want to share something with us. You can also follow our public feed to see any announcements we make, promos we run, or content we share.
Next Step
This app offers guided breathwork and sound healing sessions to reduce stress, boost energy, and promote inner peace. It utilizes science-backed techniques and immersive soundscapes for relaxation and focus, accessible anytime, anywhere.
- Guided breathwork sessions
- Immersive sound healing
- Stress reduction techniques
- Energy boosting exercises
- Community access
- Accessible anytime, anywhere
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Next Step Collective is a transformative breathwork and sound healing app designed to help you reduce stress, boost energy, and cultivate inner peace. Our expert-led sessions guide you through powerful breathing techniques and immersive soundscapes, making it easy to relax, reset, and reconnect—anytime, anywhere. At Next Step, we believe in the power of conscious breathing and vibrational healing to create lasting change. Whether you're looking to enhance focus, improve sleep, or deepen self-awareness, our platform provides the tools and community to support your journey. Key Features: Guided Breathwork & Sound Healing Sessions Science-Backed Techniques for Relaxation & Focus Accessible Anytime, Anywhere Exclusive Community & Events Take the Next Step toward a healthier, more balanced you. Join today! https://www.nextstepcollective.com.au/app-end-user-license-agreement https://www.nextstepcollective.com.au/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Cove at none against Next Step's 2. Next Step's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Next Step sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.00 per month. The Cove asks for nothing beyond the download.
The Cove ships an update every 3 months, Next Step monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Cove | Next Step |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 106 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Momence, Inc. | Next Step Collective Pty Ltd |
In-app purchases
The Cove
No in-app purchases
Next Step
- Core Monthly NS Subscription14 Days trial$12.001 Month
- Core Annual NS Subscription14 Days trial$119.001 Year
