We reviewed Santa apps to find the best ones for your iPhone and Android.
Coolest Santa Tracking App: Santa Tracker and Status Check
Sci-fi design sets it apart.
Santa tracking apps are some of the most popular.
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There’s no denying the simple joy in watching where Santa Claus is in real-time on Christmas Eve.
Tap the smallxin the upper-right and upper-left corners of video ads to close them without watching the entire ad.
Tiered levels may frustrate junior players.
Older kids may find it boring.
The interaction with Santa is particularly engaging.
Some mini-games require payment to unlock, but there’s more than enough to keep free players entertained.
Best Catching Santa Video Game: Santa Spy Cam 3
High-quality costumes and actors.
Easy to shoot and edit.
Offers tips for parents.
No way to take a photo within the app.
Best Santa Claus Calling App: Message From Santa!
High-quality audio and video messages
Simulated SMS for instant replies.
Videos ads in the free version.
is a Christmas app for iOS and Android devices that lets kids call Santa for real.
(Well, almost for real.)
Some of the audio changes depending on the time of day a call is made.
In addition to the audio features, Message From Santa!
A premium upgrade is needed to remove the video ads and to use custom names in Santa phone calls.
Still, the app is fairly satisfying when used for free.
Everything happens within the app.
Best Interactive Family Fun: ElfYourself
Share your dancing skills on social media.
Videos can act as interactive holiday cards.
Some dances are free, but most require purchasing.
Free version has ads.
It’s free to download and play with ElfYourself and there are some free dances.
Most dances do require a purchase, however.
