Comparison

Visual Schedule Pro for ABA vs ABA Tools

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

ABA Tools

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ABA Tools - Visual Timer" is a professional visual timer meticulously designed for parents, ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapists, and interventionists. Understanding the unique needs of special education, we've created an incredibly clean and intuitive interface, making it especially suitable for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). More than just a timekeeping tool, it serves as a powerful visual prompt. It creates immediate focused momentum under moderate time pressure, ensuring children stay on track with their learning. With versatile and professional timer settings, therapists and parents can easily tailor the most appropriate teaching plans based on the child's goals, effectively boosting their attention span and learning motivation. Core Features: • Hidden Timer (Variable Interval): Breaking the norm, wait times are unpredictable. This unpredictability encourages children to "consistently" display target behaviors since they cannot anticipate exactly when the reward will occur. • Dual-Direction Timer Modes: Positive Mode: Encourages the child to continuously maintain a good target behavior for a set period. Negative Mode: Requires the child to complete a task within a time limit. Failing to meet the goal triggers a corresponding negative visual cue, helping children develop a clear sense of time and responsibility. • "Fast-then-Slow" Rhythm: Unlike traditional steady countdowns, this offers a more flexible perception of time passing to suit various training scenarios. • Custom Color Labels: Supports using different colors to represent various items or states (e.g., red for "alert," yellow for "happy"), making visual prompts more intuitive and easier to understand.

Screenshots

Visual Schedule Pro for ABA4 screens
ABA Tools3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Visual Schedule Pro for ABA at 17.6 against ABA Tools's 26.5. 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. Visual Schedule Pro for ABA sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and ABA Tools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Visual Schedule Pro for ABA versus ABA Tools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVisual Schedule Pro for ABAABA Tools
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAccretive Systems LLCChun Fu Cheung

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
1 purchases

ABA Tools

One-time1
  • unlocklifetime$1.99

Questions

Is Visual Schedule Pro for ABA free?
Visual Schedule Pro for ABA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ABA Tools free?
ABA Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Visual Schedule Pro for ABA or ABA Tools have ads?
Neither Visual Schedule Pro for ABA nor ABA Tools shows ads.

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