SoundsFit vs StepCat
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SoundsFit
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SOUNDSFIT KEEPS YOUR WORKOUT IN ONE FLOW Build a routine, press Play, and move through Set → Rest with timers, music, form help, logging, Apple Watch controls, and results in one place. SoundsFit is made for lifters, gym users, HIIT sessions, mobility work, quick starts, and anyone who wants training and music to stay together. ◼ Build and organize routines • Create custom routines from exercise blocks. • Set weight, reps, duration, total sets, and rest. • Add notes, custom exercises, and optional exercise images. • Sort and filter your routine library by muscle, repeat day, name, sets, exercises, or recent additions. • Use guided templates, then Remix them into editable copies while the originals stay safe. • Schedule routines by date or repeat days, or use Quick Start when you want to train now. ◼ Routine Player • Follow clear Set and Rest screens with progress, timers, skip controls, and auto-advance for timed sets. • Play Apple Music, YouTube, or local audio files during sets and rests. • Choose whether audio restarts or continues across Set ↔ Rest when the same track is assigned. • Use Metronome Mode when you want a steady click instead of music. • During rest, log your last set and adjust the next set goal before you continue. ◼ Apple Watch companion • Open real custom routines from your wrist. • Start a routine from Apple Watch when your iPhone is nearby. • If you start on iPhone, Apple Watch can detect the active Routine Player and switch into wrist controls. • Follow set, rest, pause, progress, artwork, and routine state on Apple Watch. • Control play/pause/next/back/End from the Watch while the iPhone remains the main workout engine. • Review compact workout-complete results on Apple Watch with real session records. ◼ Fast logging and results • Log weight, reps, duration, assist, rating, and notes. • Review targets vs. actuals, workout/rest/pause time, and per-exercise result cards. • Use Estimated 1RM and RPE guidance to understand effort and adjust future sets. • Keep a local Session Log archive with filters, sorting, reports, and cleanup tools. • Sync finished workout logs to Google Sheets in your own Google Drive. ◼ Guidance, music, and programs • Open exercise help and YouTube form videos from exercise selection or the Routine Player. • Replace a default exercise video with your preferred YouTube link or video ID. • Follow included guided programs for strength, movement prep, and quick workouts. • Build SoundsFit playlists from Apple Music, YouTube, and local files. • Use SoundsFit DJ for training mixes, linked sleeves, liner notes, and playlist sharing into routines. • Use Cozy Record Shop for Pomodoro-style focus sessions. ◼ Insights for training and daily habits • Training Insights: muscle group overview, exercise trends, saved charts, recent PRs, plateau watch, and most trained lifts. • Kcal Insights: calorie and macro targets, food library, barcode scanning, reminders, and trends. • Hydration Insights: daily hydration, caffeine, reminders, goals, and trends. • Movement Insights: Apple Health data for step goals, stride trends, active energy, and movement planning. • Streaks: workout days, step days, planned rest days, milestones, and rewards. NOTES • Spotify support has been removed from SoundsFit 1.80. Spotify search, playback control, playlist use, and Spotify-dependent SoundsFit features are no longer available. • YouTube playback is foreground-only and may pause when you lock your phone or leave SoundsFit. • Apple Health / HealthKit access is optional for some insights and required for Movement Insights. Terms of Use: https://hazybyte.studio/soundsfit/terms-of-use/
StepCat
This app transforms your daily steps into a rewarding experience by letting you build and decorate a charming cat cafe. Track your progress, collect adorable cats, and stay motivated to move more.
- Automatic step tracking
- Cat cafe building and decoration
- Cat collection and unlocking
- Goal setting and progress tracking
- Friend system for comparison and visits
- Streak maintenance and rewards
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Build a cozy cat cafe with every step. StepCat Pedometer turns your daily walks into something warm, playful, and rewarding. Track your steps automatically, stay motivated, and grow a cafe filled with adorable cats as you move through the day. Whether you want a gentle push to walk more or a fun way to stay consistent, StepCat makes daily movement feel lighter and more enjoyable. What you can do in StepCat: • Track your daily steps automatically • Set goals and watch your progress grow • Build and decorate your own cat cafe • Unlock and collect charming cats • Keep up your streak and earn rewards • Add friends, compare progress, and visit their cafes StepCat is designed for people who want a more comforting, feel-good alternative to traditional fitness apps. It gives you the motivation of a step tracker without the cold, clinical vibe. If you’ve ever wanted a pedometer that feels cute, cozy, and actually fun to come back to, StepCat is for you. Take more steps. Grow your cafe. Collect more cats. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: StepCat at Free against SoundsFit's $4.99. StepCat also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.6). On update cadence, 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
StepCat is free to download; SoundsFit costs $4.99 up front. SoundsFit sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and StepCat sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SoundsFit | StepCat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 4.8 (4 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 203 MB | 74 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Iri You | Humbal Hassan |
In-app purchases
SoundsFit
- Strength 5×5 Program$0.99
- EXOS / RAMP Movement Prep$0.99
- Classic 7‑Minute Workout$0.99
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- High‑School Girls$1.99
- Christmas Girls$1.99
- Christmas Guys$1.99
- High‑School Boys$1.99
- Retro 80s Girls$1.99
- Retro 80s Guys$1.99
- SoundsFit Elite (Lifetime)$9.99
StepCat
- StepCat Pro Weekly$4.997 Days
- StepCat Pro Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- StepCat Pro Annual$59.991 Year









