Comparison

Visual Schedule Pro for ABA vs DaySteps

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

Head to head
About

Visual Schedule Pro for ABA

This app helps children with autism and developmental needs build independence and reduce anxiety through evidence-based visual schedules. It transforms daily routines into success stories with customizable activity sequences and progress tracking.

Highlights
  • Intuitive visual schedule builder
  • 44+ pre-loaded activities
  • Real-time progress tracking
  • Evidence-based ABA principles
  • Customizable for individual needs
  • Multi-user profiles
  • Cloud sync across devices
Features
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Build independence and reduce anxiety with evidence-based visual schedules designed for children with autism and developmental needs. Transform Daily Routines Into Success Stories Visual Schedule helps children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) navigate their day with confidence. Backed by over 28 evidence-based practices and proven effective in reducing behavior incidents by 20-40%, our app brings professional ABA therapy tools directly to your home and classroom. Key Features Intuitive Visual Schedules Create custom activity sequences with clear visual cues 44+ pre-loaded activities across self-care, life skills, and learning Easy drag-and-drop schedule builder Real-time progress tracking with completion indicators Evidence-Based Design Built on proven ABA therapy principles Implements First/Then methodology with 95% effectiveness rates Supports independence building and task completion Reduces transition anxiety and challenging behaviors Perfect For Multiple Settings Home use by parents and caregivers Professional use by therapists and educators Seamless clinic-to-home continuity Customizable for individual needs and preferences Progress Tracking Visual completion indicators Activity usage analytics Easy reset and modification options Track independence growth over time Who Benefits Parents & Caregivers: Extend your child's therapy progress at home with professional-grade tools that require no special training. ABA Therapists & BCBAs: Implement evidence-based visual supports with consistent data tracking and easy customization. Educators: Support students with autism in classroom settings with structured, predictable routines. Children with ASD: Experience reduced anxiety, increased independence, and successful task completion through clear visual guidance. Why Visual Schedules Work Research shows visual schedules achieve NAP scores of 0.95 (95% effectiveness) and improve task completion by up to 30%. Our app implements these proven strategies through: Clear visual representations of tasks and expectations Predictable sequences that reduce anxiety Immediate feedback through completion tracking Customizable difficulty levels and preferences Premium Features Unlimited custom activities with photo integration Advanced progress analytics and reporting Multi-user profiles for families and clinics Cloud sync across devices Professional consultation resources Getting Started Choose from 44+ pre-loaded activities or create custom ones Build personalized schedules for your child's routine Guide your child through each step with visual cues Celebrate progress as tasks are completed Track improvements and adjust as needed Download now and start building independence through the power of visual learning. Developed in partnership with ABA professionals and backed by extensive autism research. Visual Schedule is committed to supporting the autism community with evidence-based tools that work. SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED FOR FULL ACCESS Premium features require subscription: Weekly ($4.99/week), Monthly ($49.99/month), or Lifetime ($299 one-time payment). Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

DaySteps

This app breaks down daily routines into manageable steps, offering visual timers and calm encouragement to reduce stress. It supports individuals and care teams by providing a shared, consent-based system for home, clinic, and classroom.

Highlights
  • One step at a time focus
  • Visual countdown timers
  • No gamification (points, streaks)
  • Progressive structure for growing skills
  • Care team collaboration
  • Child Mode with PIN protection
  • Privacy-focused design
Features
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DaySteps is a visual schedule for every level of support, from one guided step at a time to a simple checklist. Build a routine once, then adjust the structure as needs change. Use it for mornings, homework, transitions, chores, bedtime, or any part of the day that keeps turning into another reminder. Parents create the structure. Kids see a clear next step, a visual timer when it helps, and calm completion feedback. Teens and adults can use the same tools to run their own day. ONE CLEAR STEP AT A TIME In Guided Mode, DaySteps shows one clear, finishable step. The full routine does not have to compete for attention, and the next step does not always have to come from another verbal reminder. When less support is needed, Checklist Mode keeps the full sequence visible. TIME YOU CAN SEE Add a gentle visual countdown to any step. When time runs out, there is no failure state or harsh alarm. The step simply stays ready to finish. SUPPORT THAT ADJUSTS Parents choose how much of the routine a child sees, which tools are available, and how independently the child moves through the day. Support can change as needs change, without rebuilding the routine. CALM BY DESIGN No points. No streaks. Nothing to lose on a hard day. DaySteps does not use child-facing badges, negative sounds, or red failure states. Progress is acknowledged in the moment without turning a hard day into something to make up. BUILT FOR CARE TEAMS, WITH PARENTS IN CONTROL Parents create routines and choose what to share. A connected clinician can view shared routine patterns and send a structured suggestion for a specific, parent-created routine. The parent approves or declines every suggestion before anything changes for the child. Educators can connect to run structured classroom sessions. FOR FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS * Parents: build routines, follow along, and see patterns over time * Kids: use PIN-protected Child Mode with only the tools a parent enables * Teens and adults: use the same calm structure for their own day * Clinicians: support families between appointments while parents stay in control DaySteps is grounded in published executive function research and designed for people with ADHD, autism, and other executive function differences. It is a support tool, not a treatment, diagnostic, or cure. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No ads. No selling personal data. Children do not need their own account, and nothing about a child is shared without explicit parent consent. FREE TO START Create unlimited routines and use the core DaySteps experience for free. DaySteps Family adds full calendar views, Insights history, templates, and calendar sync. DaySteps Practice adds tools for clinicians supporting multiple families, and connected client households receive Family access at no cost while connected. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in App Store settings. Terms of Use: https://daysteps.app/legal/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://daysteps.app/legal/privacy/ Calm days are built one step at a time.

Screenshots

Visual Schedule Pro for ABA4 screens
DaySteps4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: DaySteps at free with in-app purchases against Visual Schedule Pro for ABA's subscription. DaySteps also leads on ratings volume (8 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. Visual Schedule Pro for ABA sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and DaySteps sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Visual Schedule Pro for ABA against 5.0 for DaySteps. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DaySteps has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Visual Schedule Pro for ABA ships an update fortnightly, DaySteps every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Visual Schedule Pro for ABA versus DaySteps: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVisual Schedule Pro for ABADaySteps
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings18 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB213 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAccretive Systems LLCDaySteps LLC

Customer experience

Visual Schedule Pro for ABA

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

DaySteps

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Visual Schedule Pro for ABA

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Unlimited Access$4.997 Days
  • Yearly Unlimited Access$99.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Unlimited Access$299.99
5 purchases

DaySteps

Subscriptions4
  • Family Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Practice Monthly$24.991 Month
  • Family Annual14 Days trial$49.991 Year
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  • Practice Annual1 Month trial$224.991 Year
One-time1
  • Founding Member$149.99

Questions

Is Visual Schedule Pro for ABA free?
Visual Schedule Pro for ABA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DaySteps free?
DaySteps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Visual Schedule Pro for ABA or DaySteps?
Visual Schedule Pro for ABA and DaySteps are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 8 ratings respectively.
Do Visual Schedule Pro for ABA or DaySteps have ads?
Neither Visual Schedule Pro for ABA nor DaySteps shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Visual Schedule Pro for ABA or DaySteps?
Visual Schedule Pro for ABA ships an update fortnightly, and DaySteps every 3 weeks. Most recently, Visual Schedule Pro for ABA was updated on October 24, 2026 and DaySteps on October 24, 2026.

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