# AltoThought — your CBT buddy

> Cognitive behavioral therapy companion for reframing negative thoughts and improving mindset. (iPhone/iPad app by Serious App Company.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/altothought/id1620703133 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Serious App Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/1255835676)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.33/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 13 MB
- Languages: Dutch, English, Finnish, Turkish
- Released: 2022-06-08
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/altothought/id1620703133/reviews.md

## What is AltoThought?

AltoThought is designed to guide you through reframing negative thoughts, enhancing your cognitive process. Originally created to support my own cognitive behavioral therapy journey, it is now available to assist you in reshaping your mindset.

Here's how AltoThought works: Begin by jotting down your initial thought, whatever it may be, and note your current feelings. Next, visit the Alternative tab to explore a new perspective on that thought. This helps you add nuance and reshape any cognitive patterns that may be holding you back.

Analyze your progress with insightful statistics that reveal how your feelings evolve through the practice of alternative thinking. Let AltoThought be your companion in developing a healthier and more balanced thought process.

## Key features

- Identify and log negative thoughts
- Explore alternative perspectives
- Track emotional evolution
- Enhance cognitive processes
- Develop balanced thought patterns

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coffee XL | $2.99 | one-time |
| Donation | $3.99 | one-time |
| Donation XL | $8.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/altothought/id1620703133/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Perfect, It can help anyone!

*2026-02-01*

When you use this app open and honestly, it’s extremely helpful! This app is easy to use, accessible, and life changing for anyone that is too nervous for therapy or struggles to open up to others. Just give it a try and you won’t regret it.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the wonderful review! Best of luck on your journey <3

### 3/5 — Nearing Closer to Perfect

*2024-11-14*

Raised my rating because I really hate to see such a low rating on such a potentially great app. I also really appreciate the prompt response from the dev. And, when I went to record the issues on my iPhone, it didn’t happen. My original issue was on my iPad (which I would prefer to use for this type of thing). I will record the issue on that device and send it as soon as I’m able. And I’ll come back and edit my review/raise the rating once this problem is fixed. 🙂

Old review:
⭐️
Crash
Just made a huge breakthrough. My first time trying this even though I’ve known for a while I need to do it. Went through every single step, hit save, app crashed, and everything is gone. Every time I push save, the whole app crashes. I do want to add that if this is fixed, this is at least a 4 star app. But currently it’s unusable unless you’re okay with not saving your thoughts.

**Developer response:** Update:
Are you on iOS 18? I just saw that the app crashed on iOS 17 but that doesn’t happen on 18.

Ah so it doesn’t happen all the time? That’s interesting. I think I know what’s causing the issue, it’s likely storage related. I still haven’t been able to reproduce it, but if you DM me on Twitter we can maybe setup a FaceTime call to talk about it? Sometimes e-mails don’t really arrive at all. You can also find me on Mastadon or BlueSky: Frank Solleveld

Original:
Congrats on your breakthrough! That’s awesome 😄 I’m sorry you can’t save your thoughts, that’s weird. I haven’t been able to reproduce it. Can you send me an e-mail with a screen recording? It doesn’t have to be a real thought, just some random letters inside the thought fields. In the Settings there’s contact options you can use. Hope to hear from you soon.

### 1/5 — Crash

*2024-11-11*

Just made a huge breakthrough. My first time trying this even though I’ve known for a while I need to do it. Went through every single step, hit save, app crashed, and everything is gone. Every time I push save, the whole app crashes.
I do want to add that if this is fixed, this is at least a 4 star app. But currently it’s unusable unless you’re okay with not saving your thoughts.

## Frequently asked questions about AltoThought

### What is AltoThought?

AltoThought is a cognitive behavioral therapy companion designed to help users reframe negative thoughts and enhance their mindset. It guides you through identifying thoughts, exploring alternative perspectives, and tracking your emotional progress.

### How does AltoThought help with cognitive processes?

AltoThought assists in cognitive processes by providing a structured method to analyze initial thoughts and feelings, then guiding users to explore alternative perspectives. This practice helps in reshaping cognitive patterns that may be hindering progress.

### Can AltoThought track my progress?

Yes, AltoThought offers insightful statistics that reveal how your feelings evolve through the practice of alternative thinking. This allows you to monitor your development towards a healthier thought process.

### What devices is AltoThought available on?

AltoThought is available on iPhone and iPad devices.

### What is the age rating for AltoThought?

AltoThought has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### When was AltoThought last updated?

AltoThought was last updated on September 11, 2025, with version 4.0.

### Does AltoThought have ads?

No, AltoThought does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience.

### What is the user sentiment for AltoThought based on ratings?

AltoThought has a rating of 4.0 stars from 2 ratings, indicating generally positive user sentiment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1 — 2026-05-14

This update includes a bug fix for the app immediately locking in strict mode after an unlock.

Take care,

Frank

### 4.0 — 2025-09-11

New in AltoThought 4.0:

- Updates for Liquid Glass design in iOS 26.

Hope you like the new stuff,

Frank

### 3.2 — 2025-04-30

New in AltoThought 3.2:

- Migrated away from old analytic tool
- Increased the size of the unlock button when the app is locked
- Moved some views in Statistics View
- Added my company links in the About view

Hope you like the new stuff,

Frank

### 3.1 — 2024-10-28

New in AltoThought 3.1:

- Panic Plan now has a step-by-step viewer by default. You can always tap the Edit button in the top of the screen to make changes to your plan.
- Bug fixes

Hope you like the new stuff,

Frank

### 3.0 — 2024-10-15

AltoThought 3.0 introduces the following new features:

- Thought Assistant: A ste-by-step process to fill out your thoughts.
- Panic Plans: So you have it with you, always. Whenever you need it.
- Revamped Statistics: New stats and a gradient that visualises your emotions.

Loved to work on it and super happy that it’s finally out! 
Hope you like the new stuff,

Frank

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