Comparison

SmallStepper vs DotChain

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

Head to head
About

SmallStepper

Features
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SmallStepper – A Simple Task Manager, Habit Tracker, and ADHD-Friendly Planner Too many things to do? Not sure where to start, even after making a to-do list? SmallStepper helps you focus by showing you just one small step at a time. Break down goals, routines, and everyday tasks into manageable steps. Instead of seeing an overwhelming list, the home screen displays only the one thing to do right now. No complicated dashboard. No information overload. Just one clear next step. SmallStepper can be used as a simple task manager, daily planner, habit tracker, routine planner, and productivity tool for anyone who finds traditional to-do lists overwhelming. 【How It Works】 1. Create a goal. 2. Break it down into small, achievable steps. 3. Focus on the single step shown on the home screen. 4. Complete it and move on to the next step. For example, when the developer finds it difficult to get out of bed in the morning, they use small steps such as: “Move my hands and feet” “Roll out of bed” “Drink some water” Even a difficult task can feel more manageable when it is broken down into tiny steps. 【Features】 ・Focus on one task at a time ・Break large goals into small, manageable steps ・Create morning routines, evening routines, and daily habits ・Use repeating goals to build consistent habits ・Sync your data across multiple devices, including iPhone, iPad, and Mac (Supporters only) ・Schedule reminders and task notifications ・Review completed tasks in your history ・Level up and unlock titles as you make progress ・Receive encouraging messages after completing a step ・Turn encouragement messages off in Settings ・Check your current step from an Apple Watch ・View your current task with a home screen widget ・Use Easy Japanese and multiple language options ・Simple and distraction-free interface 【Useful For】 ・ADHD-friendly planning ・Managing attention and distractibility ・Starting tasks when you feel overwhelmed ・Daily task management ・Habit tracking ・Morning and bedtime routines ・Studying and school assignments ・Work and productivity ・Tidying and household chores ・Remembering what to bring ・Breaking down large or stressful tasks SmallStepper was designed by a clinical psychologist with the aim of making task management easier for people who experience inattention, distractibility, executive function difficulties, or information overload. You do not have to complete everything at once. Focus on what you can do right now, take one small step, and create more moments of “I did it!” Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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DotChain

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「1タップ」で記録完了。一番シンプルな習慣トラッカー。 DotChain(ドットチェイン)は、あなたの毎日の努力を「ドットのつながり」として可視化し、継続をサポートするアプリです。 「高機能なアプリは設定が面倒で続かない…」 「三日坊主を卒業して、新しい自分になりたい」 そんなあなたのために、余計な機能を極限まで削ぎ落としました。 【DotChainの特徴】 ● 1タップで記録完了 アプリを開いてポンと押すだけ。メモや数値の入力すら不要です。忙しい毎日でも、これなら続けられます。 ● 努力が「見える」ヒートマップ 記録を続けると、カレンダー上のドットがチェーンのように繋がっていきます。色が濃くなり、チェーンが伸びていく様子は、あなたのモチベーションを刺激します。 ● 豊富なテーマカラー その日の気分や好みに合わせて、アプリの見た目をカスタマイズ。「サイバー」「ネオン」など、使うのが楽しくなるデザインを用意しました。 ● プライバシー重視の設計 あなたのデータはあなたの端末内に保存されます。会員登録やログインは不要で、すぐに使い始められます。 【こんな習慣におすすめ】 ・筋トレやランニング ・英語学習や読書 ・早起きや瞑想 ・薬の服用チェック ・禁煙・禁酒の記録 今日からDotChainで、理想の習慣を手に入れましょう。 【プライバシーポリシー】 https://pale-chatter-58c.notion.site/2d90ee330ea080078883f51de3f10f96?pvs=74 【利用規約(EULA)】 https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SmallStepper4 screens
DotChain4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: DotChain at 15.1 against SmallStepper's 18.2. 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. SmallStepper sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month and DotChain sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
SmallStepper versus DotChain: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmallStepperDotChain
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.215.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMariko MoritaMAKOTO NAKAGAWA

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SmallStepper

Subscriptions1
  • SmallStepperマンスリーサポーター$0.491 Month
One-time1
  • ライフタイムサポーター$9.99
2 purchases

DotChain

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Plan (Monthly)$1.991 Month
  • Pro Plan (Yearly)$14.991 Year

Questions

Is SmallStepper free?
SmallStepper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DotChain free?
DotChain is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SmallStepper or DotChain have ads?
Neither SmallStepper nor DotChain shows ads.

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