Comparison

NAGI Step vs Cycle

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

Head to head
About

NAGI Step

Features
Read full description

NAGI Step is a quiet focus app for planning what matters today, running the session, and reviewing what you finished. Where available, AI support helps turn a goal into projects, tasks, descriptions, and focus-sized steps. [Main Features] - Focus sessions: plan and run focus/break flows. - AI support (where available): create projects and tasks from a goal, draft descriptions, and split work into manageable steps. - Tasks & projects: assign tasks to sessions and keep today’s work clear. - Stats & history: daily focus totals, monthly calendar, and session records. - Memos: capture ideas during sessions and search them later. - Music Player: import local audio files and play a playlist during focus. - Notifications: local alerts for timer phase changes. [Free Plan] - Up to 2 projects. - Daily totals and monthly calendar. - Music Player. [Plus Unlocks] - Remove ads. - Create 3+ projects. - Hour-by-hour detailed stats and session list. [Best For] - Studying, deep work, and quiet task execution. - Users who want tasks, timer, memos, and history in one app. - Users who want AI-assisted planning where available. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Cycle

Features
Read full description

Cycle is a refined, distraction-free timer built for deep work, study sessions, and productive break rhythms. With custom cycle profiles, Dynamic Island integration, and live Apple Watch synchronization, Cycle keeps you in the flow state effortlessly. KEY FEATURES: Custom Focus & Break Cycles Seamlessly rotate between focus intervals and multiple break durations. Keep your mind sharp all day with structured work-rest rhythms. Multiple Preset Profiles Switch context with a single tap. Create personalized profiles for Pomodoro, deep work, or quick sprints with tailored focus and break times. Dynamic Island & Live Activities Track your remaining focus or break time directly from your Lock Screen or Dynamic Island without opening the app. Apple Watch Companion App Stay on track from your wrist. Haptic feedback gently alerts you when a session ends so you never miss a beat. Hold-to-Restart Protection Accidental taps won't ruin your flow. Restarting a session requires an intentional press-and-hold gesture with rich haptic feedback. Accessibility First Fully optimized for VoiceOver, Reduced Motion, and high-contrast dark aesthetics. Boost your productivity and prevent burnout with Cycle. Terms of Service: https://www.habit180.app/apps/cycle/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://www.habit180.app/apps/cycle/privacy.html

Screenshots

NAGI Step4 screens
Cycle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cycle at none against NAGI Step's 4. Cycle also leads on ads (none vs shown). NAGI Step's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

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

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

Both are free to download. NAGI Step sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Cycle asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
NAGI Step versus Cycle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNAGI StepCycle
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksβ€”
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size117 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYuma IsshikiACHMET MOLLA BEKIR OMPASI

In-app purchases

4 purchases

NAGI Step

Subscriptions2
  • NAGI Timer Plus Monthly$2.991 Month
  • NAGI Timer Plus Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • 30 AI Credits$1.99
  • 100 AI Credits$4.99
None

Cycle

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NAGI Step free?
NAGI Step is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cycle free?
Cycle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do NAGI Step or Cycle have ads?
NAGI Step shows ads; Cycle does not.

Other comparisons