Comparison

Luma vs Solid Steps

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

Head to head
About

Luma

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Track breastfeeding, bottle feeds, sleep, and diapers in one simple tap, even at 3 AM. Designed for exhausted parents who want a clear log without stress. With Luma, you and your partner can track together in real time, share the baby’s log, and stay on the same page - no double‑texting or missed feeds. See when last fed, when your baby last pooped, or how long they slept, all in one timeline. Features: • One‑tap logging for feeds, sleep, and diapers • Real‑time sync between you and your partner • Night‑mode interface for late‑night logging • Simple daily and weekly summaries • Clean, clutter‑free design for tired eyes Download Luma and finally track your baby’s routine - together - in one shared log Medical Disclaimer: Luma is for informational and tracking purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Reference values shown in the app are based on general WHO and AAP pediatric guidelines. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making any medical decisions regarding your baby's health.

About

Solid Steps

Features
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Solid Steps helps parents confidently introduce solid foods to their baby. Log every feeding, track allergen exposure, watch for reactions, and share progress with caregivers — all in one calm, beautifully designed app. STARTING SOLIDS, WITHOUT THE STRESS Between 4–6 months, babies begin their food journey. Solid Steps gives you a simple, pediatrician-informed way to track what they've tried, how often, and what to introduce next. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Log feedings in seconds — food, amount, timing, how it went • Track the top 9 allergens with clear progress indicators (peanut, egg, milk, tree nut, fish, shellfish, wheat, soy, sesame) • Record reactions with severity, symptoms, and actions taken • See a calm daily plan with suggested foods for the current stage • Browse the Food Atlas with 80+ first foods, prep tips, and allergen info • Invite your partner, nanny, or grandparent as a co-caregiver • Export a PDF summary to share with your pediatrician WHY PARENTS LOVE IT • Quiet, warm design — no gamification, no anxiety • Real-time sync across family devices • Private by default — your data is yours, encrypted in transit • Sign in with Apple, Google, or email BUILT FOR THE FIRST YEAR Whether you're doing baby-led weaning, purées, or a mix of both, Solid Steps meets you where you are — no subscription, no ads, no upsells. Just the simple tracker you wished existed. Start your baby's solids journey with confidence.

Screenshots

Luma4 screens
Solid Steps4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Solid Steps at none against Luma's shown. Luma's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Luma sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Solid Steps sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Luma ships an update every 2 days, Solid Steps weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Luma versus Solid Steps: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLumaSolid Steps
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterWeekly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTOBIAS JUSTINGERHashing LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Luma

One-time1
  • Luma Premium$2.99
1 purchases

Solid Steps

Subscriptions1
  • Solid Steps Pro Monthly$4.991 Month

Questions

Is Luma free?
Luma is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Solid Steps free?
Solid Steps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Luma or Solid Steps have ads?
Luma shows ads; Solid Steps does not.
Which is updated more often, Luma or Solid Steps?
Luma ships an update every 2 days, and Solid Steps weekly. Most recently, Luma was updated on October 7, 2026 and Solid Steps on October 14, 2026.

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