Comparison

Fast & Bear It vs On Foot

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

Head to head
About

Fast & Bear It

This gamified fasting timer uses a virtual bear character to motivate users through their fasting goals. It tracks metabolic milestones and allows customization of the bear's appearance with earned in-game currency. The app is completely free with no subscriptions or premium unlocks.

Highlights
  • Gamified fasting timer
  • Track multiple fasting schedules
  • Virtual bear mascot climbs a mountain
  • Real-time metabolic milestone tracking
  • Earn coins for customization
  • Hydration tracking and reminders
  • Shareable summit cards
Features
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A gamified fasting timer with zero subscriptions. Track 16:8, 18:6, OMAD, 5:2, or your own schedule as Growls the bear climbs a mountain beside you. Every growl from your stomach, Growls cheering you on. Watch real metabolic milestones hit in real time: fat burning, ketosis, autophagy, cellular cleanup. HERE'S THE BEAR NECESSITIES Pick a challenge. Watch Growls climb. Hit checkpoints. Reach the summit. Look good doing it. - Pick your fast length - Tap flags as they light up to earn coins - Give Growls water (and yourself!) - Track real metabolic milestones as you climb BEAR WITNESS TO YOUR PROGRESS As time passes, Growls scrambles higher up the mountain. Each checkpoint represents actual science - fat burning, autophagy, cellular cleanup. Which you can read, but mostly it's just really satisfying to watch a tiny bear conquer a peak. DRESS FOR THE CLIMB Earn coins. Spend them on the latest mountain climbing fashion. Outfit Growls in everything from cozy sweaters to epic summit gear. Because if you're going to fast, you might as well look good doing it. SUMMIT CELEBRATIONS Finished your fast? Growls plants that flag at the top! Share your victory with friends and watch them wonder why a cartoon bear is so proud of you. NO SUBSCRIPTIONS. EVER. Every fasting feature is free and stays free. No trial that quietly bills you, no paywall between you and your timer, nothing to cancel. If you want to tip us or dress Growls in something ridiculous, there are a few optional one-off purchases - cosmetic only, never required. We're not here to nickel and dime you while you're hungry. That would be un-bear-able. FASTING THAT GROWLS - Casual game artwork - Multiple fasting durations - Hydration tracking & reminders - Progress stats & streaks - Shareable summit cards - Customizable bear outfits - No subscriptions, no paywall CAN YOU BEAR IT? Download Fast & Bear It and give your hunger a mascot. Growls is waiting at the trailhead, ready to climb. Your stomach's going to growl anyway. Might as well have a bear to show for it. Time to bear down and get fasting. Alien World is available as an optional one-time purchase.

About

On Foot

This app tracks your daily, weekly steps and walking pace with a clean, ad-free interface. It can operate independently or sync with Apple Health for secure activity data management. It's designed to help you monitor your walking distance and speed.

Highlights
  • Step tracking (daily, weekly)
  • Pace monitoring
  • Uncluttered interface
  • Ad-free experience
  • Apple Health integration
  • Standalone operation
Features
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On Foot step counter is super easy to use, with an uncluttered interface, no ads, or distracting options. It shows you steps per day, per week, and your pace. It operates in stand-alone mode, or integrates with Apple Health to keep your activity data synced and secure. It's a great way to track your walking distances and pace. Disclaimer: On Foot is intended for fitness and wellness purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Screenshots

Fast & Bear It4 screens
On Foot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Fast & Bear It at Free against On Foot's $0.99. On Foot's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads 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

Fast & Bear It is free to download; On Foot costs $0.99 up front. Fast & Bear It sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. On Foot asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On Foot holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fast & Bear It ships an update weekly, On Foot every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Fast & Bear It versus On Foot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFast & Bear ItOn Foot
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.6 (7 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better3
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB1 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperENSONOVA LLCAvi Bortnick

Customer experience

Fast & Bear It

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

On Foot

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Fast & Bear It

One-time4
  • Pouch of Coins$1.99
  • Remove Ads$2.99
  • Sack of Coins$6.99
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  • Supporter Pack$9.99
None

On Foot

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fast & Bear It free?
Fast & Bear It is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is On Foot free?
On Foot costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Fast & Bear It or On Foot?
On Foot is rated higher. Fast & Bear It averages 4.6 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while On Foot averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Fast & Bear It or On Foot have ads?
Neither Fast & Bear It nor On Foot shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Fast & Bear It or On Foot?
Fast & Bear It ships an update weekly, and On Foot every 4 days. Most recently, Fast & Bear It was updated on October 24, 2026 and On Foot on October 28, 2026.

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