Comparison

Routine Timer vs Tiny Steps

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

Head to head
About

Routine Timer

Features
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RoutineFlow makes daily habits effortless with colorful, step-by-step countdowns. Set up a sequence once, then watch your child breeze through it independently - no nagging required. Step-by-Step Countdowns Each activity gets its own dedicated timer. Kids see exactly how long they have, making big sequences feel manageable and teaching natural pacing. Captivating Visual Design Bold sticker tiles and a dashed journey path make routines feel like an adventure kids want to go on. When children see every step mapped out ahead, they stay engaged and finish independently. Key Features Ideal For • 32 Playful Icons - Pick the perfect look for each step • Journey Path View - All tasks laid out on a dashed path • Per-Step Music - Set a unique tune for every task (Premium) • Win Celebrations - Fun animations reward every completed routine (Premium) • Preview Mode - Kids see what's coming next • Parent Lock - Secure settings from curious fingers • Multiple Routines - Morning, bedtime, and custom flows (Premium) What Parents Gain Eliminate constant nagging and power struggles. Children follow through independently because they understand exactly what's expected and how long it takes. What Children Experience Clarity replaces confusion. Kids feel capable, autonomous, and proud finishing sequences without help. Why Families Love RoutineFlow Lightning-fast setup meets gorgeous design. Built specifically for how young minds process time and sequences - intuitive for ages 3 to 13. Experience Calmer Days Join thousands of families who've replaced chaos with cooperation. Download RoutineFlow and discover how easy daily habits can be. Some features require a RoutineFlow subscription. Privacy Policy: https://apps.giguom.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://apps.giguom.com/terms

About

Tiny Steps

Features
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Are your mornings a battle? Tiny Steps turns your child's daily routine into a visual experience they can follow on their own — without you repeating every single step. Built for kids ages 2–8, Tiny Steps uses real photos (of your own child doing their activities) to create routines they actually understand. WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH TINY STEPS • Build personalized morning, bedtime, after-school, and custom routines • Add your own photos or choose from our library of 30+ activities • Let your child tap each step to mark it complete • Set timers per step so time feels real and concrete • Print the routine to stick on the fridge BUILT BY A MOM, FOR PARENTS Tiny Steps started as a physical system I made for my own daughter — printed photos on the refrigerator. This app is that same idea, in your pocket. Little by little, anything's possible.

Screenshots

Routine Timer4 screens
Tiny Steps4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tiny Steps at none against Routine Timer's 2. Tiny Steps also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Routine Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Tiny Steps asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Routine Timer versus Tiny Steps: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRoutine TimerTiny Steps
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNaveen CsCristal Martinez Caloca

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Routine Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Yearly3 Days trial$24.991 Year
None

Tiny Steps

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Routine Timer free?
Routine Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tiny Steps free?
Tiny Steps is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Routine Timer or Tiny Steps have ads?
Neither Routine Timer nor Tiny Steps shows ads.

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