Comparison

First Step vs DynamicTask

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

Head to head
About

First Step

Features
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Small steps, big progress. When a task feels too big, getting started can be the hardest part. First Step helps you turn it into small, practical steps—so you always have a clear next action. BREAK IT DOWN WITH AI Describe what you want to do. First Step helps clarify the task and creates a step-by-step plan. If a step still feels too big, break it down further. MAKE THE PLAN YOURS Edit steps, add your own, and adjust your task list as your plans change. Use it for everyday chores, study sessions, work projects, or goals you've been putting off. FOCUS ON THE NEXT STEP Open Focus Mode to see one action at a time. Mark it done, then move on to the next. Landscape orientation also brings you into Focus Mode. SEE YOUR PROGRESS Check off steps, revisit completed tasks, and view daily, weekly, and monthly statistics. Unlock achievement badges as you keep going. START FREE Create up to 3 tasks per day for free. Breaking an existing step into smaller steps is always free. First Step Pro offers unlimited task creation and iCloud sync across your devices. You don't have to do it all at once. Just take the first step. Privacy Policy: https://huihu.asia/legal/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://huihu.asia/legal/terms.html

About

DynamicTask

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DynamicTask isn't just another todo list — it's a 4-layer life model that turns your tasks into a clear path forward. —— Why it's different Most todo apps ask "what are you doing today." DynamicTask asks four questions: • Dimensions — how do you frame your life? Default urgent/important matrix, or customize with "purpose vs. material goals," "health / learning / relationships / money," or any lens that fits you • Goals — what do you want to achieve? • Plans — what concrete steps lead to each goal? • Todos — what do you do today? Four layers means your tasks are no longer a chaotic pile — they're a visible path. —— All features unlocked with a membership • **Designed for iOS 26 Dynamic Island**: progress ring on your next todo, Pomodoro countdown — always in view on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. Never tab back to the app to see what's next. • Dynamic Island-style bottom capsule navigation; long-press drag to pin or delete • Home Screen Widget: GitHub-style streak heatmap in three sizes • Pomodoro overlay: customizable focus / rest durations, live sync to Live Activity • One-tap sync with the system Reminders app • Automatic iCloud cross-device sync, zero configuration on first launch • Family Sharing supported — share Pro with up to 6 family members (Lifetime tier) • 11 languages, light / dark / auto theme, 11 accent colors plus custom hex • 800+ built-in icon library for plans and todos • Cascade-free deletion: removing a parent keeps its children alive with visual snapshots —— Subscription & Lifetime • 7-day free trial → auto-renews monthly • Monthly: $2.99 / mo • Yearly: $14.99 / yr (~$1.25/mo, save 58%) • Lifetime: $39.99 (includes all future features, breaks even after ~2.7 years) See in-app Settings → Help and the privacy policy linked from the App Store page for full terms. For people who love structure, long-term thinking, and native iOS craftsmanship. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

First Step4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: First Step at 2 against DynamicTask's —. First Step also leads on iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.2). On price 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 Step sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and DynamicTask sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
First Step versus DynamicTask: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFirst StepDynamicTask
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad — better—
Requires iOS17.6 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB16 MB
Age rating12+4+
Developer宸 薛重庆字梦光年科技有限公司

In-app purchases

3 purchases

First Step

Subscriptions2
  • FirstStep Pro 月付会员$0.991 Month
  • FirstStep Pro 年度会员$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • FirstStep Pro 永久会员$19.99
3 purchases

DynamicTask

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is First Step free?
First Step is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DynamicTask free?
DynamicTask is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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