Tiny Steps vs TimeNinja
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Tiny Steps
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Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list? Tiny Steps breaks down any task into small, manageable steps โ so you can actually get started. Built specifically for ADHD brains, Tiny Steps helps you: โข Break down overwhelming tasks into tiny, doable steps โข Stay focused with optional timers (5, 10, 15, or 25 min) โข Get gentle time-blindness alerts before you lose track โข Choose your coach personality (Zen, Hype, Drill Sergeant, or Friend) โข Use Body Double mode for extra focus support โข Track your progress with streaks and achievements No guilt. No judgment. Just one tiny step at a time. TINY STEPS PRO Unlock unlimited task breakdowns, step-by-step guidance whenever you're stuck, and home screen widgets to keep your current task visible. Privacy focused: Your tasks stay on your device. We don't track or sell your data. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
TimeNinja
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TimeNinja โ Time Coach for ADHD If you've ever lost track of time, missed a deadline, or stared at a big task not knowing where to start โ TimeNinja was built for you. Most time apps assume your brain works in a straight line. ADHD brains don't. TimeNinja works with how you actually think. REAL TIMING INSIGHTS Stop guessing how long things take. TimeNinja learns your actual timing from every session and shows you your real range โ so your plans finally match reality. BREAK IT DOWN AI Big tasks feel impossible when you can't see the steps. Tap any task and AI instantly splits it into clear, small, doable actions. No more staring at a blank to-do list. BACKWARD PLANNING Got a deadline? Work backwards from it. TimeNinja calculates exactly when you need to start each step so you arrive on time โ every time. ROUTINES THAT ACTUALLY STICK Morning routine. Bedtime routine. School prep. Build step-by-step routines with timers, and let TimeNinja guide you through them one step at a time. FAMILY MODE Parents get a dashboard to see progress. Kids get a simple, distraction-free view. Everyone stays on the same page without the nagging. FOCUS TIMER Start a focused session on any task. The timer tracks your real time, logs it to your library, and builds your personal timing data over time. WHO IS TIMENINJA FOR? โข People with ADHD or time blindness โข Parents managing routines for ADHD kids โข Anyone who consistently underestimates how long things take โข Students juggling deadlines and study sessions TRY PRO FREE FOR 7 DAYS Full access to every Pro feature โ no charge if you cancel before the trial ends. No commitment, cancel anytime. After trial: Monthly, Yearly, or Lifetime plans available. TimeNinja does not claim to treat, diagnose, or cure ADHD. It is a productivity tool designed with ADHD challenges in mind Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://timeninja.app/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: TimeNinja at every 4 weeks against Tiny Steps's every 5 months. TimeNinja also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Tiny Steps sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and TimeNinja sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Tiny Steps ships an update every 5 months, TimeNinja every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Tiny Steps | TimeNinja |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 4 weeks โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch โ better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 โ better | 17.3 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 125 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Manuel Pardo Gallego | Chitragupt Pandey |
In-app purchases
Tiny Steps
- Tiny Steps Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
- Tiny Steps Pro Yearly Sub$24.991 Year
- Tiny Steps Pro Lifetime$49.99
TimeNinja
- Pro Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- TimeNinja Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- TimeNinja Pro Lifetime$79.99









