Comparison

First Steps vs GrowDay

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

Head to head
About

First Steps

Features
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First Steps gives you a clear plan for every wake window, leap, and milestone — from newborn to age 5. Built with pediatric experts. Trusted by parents who'd rather know than guess. Parenting advice is everywhere. First Steps organizes what matters into a simple, comforting flow—so you spend less time searching and more time bonding. Milestones & growth, beautifully tracked Track your baby’s development with clear milestone guidance and progress you can actually understand. See what to expect, how to support each stage, and when to feel reassured. Leap phases with guided support When your baby is going through a developmental leap, First Steps helps you recognize the signs and respond with confidence: • What’s changing in your baby • Why sleep or mood may shift • What activities can help • How to support yourself, too Daily memories you’ll keep forever Capture life as it happens with a premium baby diary: • Moments, notes, and photos • A daily picture streak to watch growth over time • A timeline you’ll love revisiting Activities for quality time First Steps encourages meaningful interaction with gentle tracking and suggested activities—built around bonding and early development. Reminders (age-based) Stay on top of important timings with age-based reminders—so nothing slips through. AI Coach (supportive, not alarmist) Ask questions anytime and get calm, practical guidance designed for parents. First Steps focuses on clarity, reassurance, and next steps—without unnecessary panic. First Steps is built to feel like comfort: premium design, thoughtful content, and a gentle voice when you need it. Important note: First Steps provides educational support and guidance and is not a substitute for professional medical advice or diagnosis. Terms of Use : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Private Policy: https://firststeps.blog/privacy

About

GrowDay

Features
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GrowDay is the simplest baby development app out there. No overwhelming features. No endless reading. Open the app and see exactly what to do with your baby today. HOW IT WORKS Every day GrowDay gives you a short list of activities, hand-picked for your baby's exact week of life. Each takes 3–10 minutes and supports real development — motor skills, senses, language, thinking and social bonding. Not feeling one? Tap "Try another" and swap it instantly. WHAT YOU GET • A fresh daily plan personalized to your baby's age (0–1 years) • 5 simple activities across the key areas of development • Clear step-by-step instructions — no guesswork • A milestone checklist to track what your baby can do • Gentle daily reminders so you never miss a day WHY PARENTS LOVE IT Most baby apps bury you in content. GrowDay does the opposite — it tells you the few things that matter today, you do them, and you close the app knowing you showed up for your child. Whether it's your first baby or your third, GrowDay turns "am I doing enough?" into a calm daily routine you can actually keep. Start supporting your baby's development today — one small step at a time. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://dimadamenko.github.io/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

First Steps4 screens
GrowDay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: First Steps at 15.1 against GrowDay's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. First Steps sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and GrowDay sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
First Steps versus GrowDay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFirst StepsGrowDay
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAyaan MajeedDmytro Adamenko

In-app purchases

3 purchases

First Steps

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • First Steps (50% off one time)$34.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$69.991 Year
2 purchases

GrowDay

Subscriptions2
  • GrowDay Pro Monthly7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • GrowDay Pro Annual7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is First Steps free?
First Steps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GrowDay free?
GrowDay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do First Steps or GrowDay have ads?
Both First Steps and GrowDay show ads.
Which is updated more often, First Steps or GrowDay?
First Steps ships an update every 3 weeks, and GrowDay every 3 weeks. Most recently, First Steps was updated on October 25, 2026 and GrowDay on October 31, 2026.

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