# Beginning: Sleep & Meditation — user reviews > 488 indexed App Store user reviews of Beginning by Synctuition OÜ, rated 4.60/5 from 18,204 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beginning-sleep-and-meditation/id1166940722/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beginning-sleep-and-meditation/id1166940722.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 15,505 · 4★ 664 · 3★ 281 · 2★ 302 · 1★ 1,452 ## What do users think of Beginning? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 🚀 Deeply relaxing experience - 🌟 Immersive 3D audio - ✨ Personalized meditation journeys - 🌍 Diverse global soundscapes - 💤 Helps with sleep and relaxation - 🧠 Improves focus and intuition - 🙏 Transformative spiritual experiences **Cons** - 💰 Expensive annual subscription - 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription - 🔇 Intrusive sound effects disrupt meditation - 🤔 Lack of customization options - ⏱️ Restricted access to content - 🐛 Buggy app performance and crashes **Commonly reported bugs** - App freezes or crashes during use - Subscription issues and inability to access content - Syncing and login problems across devices **Most requested features** - Allow offline access to all meditations - Implement a more flexible subscription model - Add customization options for sound preferences - Improve app stability and reduce crashes - Provide better customer support and account management ## Newest reviews (10 of 488) ### 3/5 — Inability to log in *2026-01-30, version 4.8.2* Great except for lately I have to delete the app and reinstall it every time I want to use it. When I log in it Gets stuck on the invite a friend to a free trial. I have done that already. However, you click on it again or the later button it does nothing. I updated the app, changed password and even tried to log in by website and I can’t log in. Please fix this. Thank you Happiness Hero’s ### 3/5 — Having issues recently *2025-12-30, version 4.8.1* Nice app and nice selection of music. Helps me fall asleep at night. But recently it’s been freezing up on me and I cannot get onto the app. ### 3/5 — Wait until the bug is fixed *2025-12-29, version 4.8.1* This had the absolute best meditations! But it currently has a bug that won’t let you listen to the meditations unless you uninstall and reinstall. I’ve had to do this three times now and lost sleep ### 3/5 — Keeps logging me out *2025-12-15, version 4.7.10* I’m a bit annoyed with the bugs in this app. I’ve been using this app since they were in beta and I love the meditation components. However, no matter how much you meditate, it’s very frustrating to have to go through a lengthy process every single time you are trying to log into an app you are paying for. ### 3/5 — Great but…. *2025-12-02, version 4.7.9* I love their meditations but they haven’t really updated much in the last years. 3 added meditations in years is unacceptable in my opinion for a hundred dollar a year app. Hopefully they pick up the pace in that area because I get tickled pink when I see there’s new meditation levels in the app. ### 1/5 — Quality over quantity *2025-11-29, version 4.7.9* This app has really gone downhill. I liked what it was five years ago but it’s not what it used to be. Logging me and having to log back in everytime is annoying not to mention the constant bombardment of the discount offer that I already have. I liked what it was five years ago. It was simple and wasn’t overly complex. I miss it when it was just Synctuition no AI images. Really disappointed what this app has turned into. The app that was once great has lost its appeal to me. ### 5/5 — Bird *2025-11-18, version 4.7.8* Best app ever highly recommend !! 3 yr renewal ! Love it ### 5/5 — Peace and connection *2025-10-10, version 4.7.6* This program has helped me to grow and to center my self at the same time. The sound Journeys are beautiful, and a few are annoying, I figure this is what growth is. I don’t know about the intuition piece of this program, I already have fairly strong intuition and am not focused on that goal. It has allowed me some wonderful journeys in my mind, increasing my ability to let go of what is not needed and stay present for what is. I’ve been recommending this to friends and clients for a calming practice. ### 1/5 — They don’t update the app *2025-10-02, version 4.7.5* They don’t update the app in over two years. When you ask them about it that start rambling on about some audiobook. No one buys this app for an audio book. This app has become a joke and if I could uncon myself out of the subscription I got signed up for, I would at this point. ### 3/5 — Still Learning *2025-09-27, version 4.7.4* wish that stories could have different voices. Not a fan of the current narration and it’s distracting instead of relaxing. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — The App That Lost Identity *2026-08-22, version 4.9.3* Sanction, MindSpa and now “Beginning”. The changing brand is all that’s been updated over the last 5 years. Finally the more reasonable price after the 3rd name change without an update. Destined for bankruptcy. ### 1/5 — Subscription scam *2026-08-19* This is the second time I have downloaded the app for a free trial and of course with that accept that in “7 days” I will be charged. Of course I forget to cancel and I pay for the year sub, so be it but I better use it. NOPE! Somehow my credit card is charged for the second separate situation and both times I don’t have access to what I paid for. Cherry on top you guys have no way to communicate so idk how to get my money back. What a joke **Developer response:** Dear mystrry, We wish for you to enjoy the most relaxing and life-changing experience possible. Please get in touch at support@synctuition to get you back on your special journey. Our dedicated support heroes will be more than happy to help you. Thank you so much for your patience. Wishing you Happy Journeys! ✨ ### 1/5 — Unauthorised transaction *2026-07-12, version 4.9.2* Scam - not worth it - they will continue charging yearly even when you have cancelled in writing & followed the correct instructions. They have been doing this to me for years ### 1/5 — Won’t open *2026-06-02, version 4.9.2* The app won’t open when I tap on it. Did they go out of business? ### 1/5 — Customer support is no help *2026-05-31, version 4.9.2* I purchased a yr subscription a month ago and I still don’t have access to the program. I emailed support and they still cannot give me access to this even when I showed proof of payment. I still don’t have access. I requested a refund and now there is no contact no reply about the refund request. ### 1/5 — Unauthorised transaction *2026-05-26, version 4.9.2* Ap is good, but unfortunately they continue to take money when unsubscribed & it’s difficult to contact anyone ### 1/5 — App and website doesn’t let you cancel your trial. *2026-01-18, version 4.8.1* Figured this would be a scam. It’s simply a bunch of spa music recordings they want you to pay for monthly. Go to cancel your trial, it just tells you you made the subscription outside the app. Go to the website and manage your subscription and it sends you to the app. Round and round. Follow their PayPal FAQ, nothing there to cancel. 👎 ### 1/5 — They don’t update the app *2025-12-28, version 4.8.1* 12/27/26 - app not functioning because it’s frozen at a promotion. They don’t update the app in over two years. When you ask them about it that start rambling on about some audiobook. No one buys this app for an audio book. This app has become a joke and if I could uncon myself out of the subscription I got signed up for, I would at this point. ### 1/5 — Issues with app reliability *2025-12-23, version 4.8.1* My app freezes and I can’t use it ### 1/5 — Buggy! *2025-12-11, version 4.7.10* Every time I open the app I’m prompted to record my voice, forced to watch the intro video and asked to subscribe AGAIN. cancelled my subscription as this is ridiculous and annoying. I miss synctuition. Oh that’s also annoying. I lost all my progress and had to start at the first session again. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Great app *2026-08-10, version 4.9.3* Beautiful helpful relaxing perfect! ### 5/5 — In love *2026-08-05, version 4.9.3* I honestly can’t live without it. Every single track feels like it was created with so much care, intention, and attention to detail. You can truly tell how much work went into each one. The voices, the music, the 3D sound design, the instruments, the atmosphere… everything is thoughtfully crafted to immerse you in the experience. No two tracks feel the same. Each one has its own personality, making it so much easier to stay present instead of feeling like you’re listening to the same meditation over and over. As someone with ADHD, this app has been life-changing. My mind usually struggles to stay focused, but these sessions keep me engaged and help me connect with the moment in a way that very few apps ever have. I’m incredibly grateful for the passion, creativity, and care that clearly go into every track. Thank you for creating something so beautiful. ### 5/5 — Peace for my anxious perimenopausal mind *2026-07-20, version 4.9.2* A therapist recommended this app, and it has been a huge improvement in the quality of my life. I listen sometimes with my eyes closed, but more often with an open soft gaze during difficult moments. (After a tough conversation, during my long commute, completing a frustrating chore). I used to think too much and work myself up, but with these audio tracks I can unwind and reconnect to the moment. I love Mindspa so much! ### 5/5 — Great app *2026-03-07, version 4.8.5* Beautiful helpful relaxing perfect! ### 5/5 — Bug with Gift screen *2026-03-02* Pela segunda vez comigo, o app trava na tela onde existe a opção de enviar o Gift 30 Days of MindSpa Premium. Nenhuma das opções funciona (Mayber later or Invite now). Da outra vez, tive que desinstalar o app e instalar novamente para “consertar” e conseguir usar o app. Por favor, verifiquem isso! Apesar disso, sou muito grato ao app que uso desde 2020. Muito obrigado! Mudou a minha vida! ### 5/5 — Best Meditation App on the market hands down! *2026-01-31, version 4.8.2* The binaural beats meditations are the best out there! When you follow the meditations in sequence and wear your headphones amazing things happen and significant changes occur in your life due to the changes that happen in your brain chemistry with their binaural beats. I have had this app for years. It is worth every penny! Lately though I have been experiencing a lot of glitches with the notification banners. When they launch a “pop up” like Level 10 is available and right now it is “Gift MindSpa” I can’t close them by clicking any of the buttons. The buttons change colors but that’s it. And I am unable to access the app for days at a time. MindSpa Team can you please take a look at this? I am an iOS user if that helps. ### 5/5 — Best meditation technique I’ve ever tried *2026-01-29, version 4.8.2* Outstanding app. Highly recommended! ### 5/5 — For the first tome *2026-01-27, version 4.8.2* Listening to this message truly inspired me and I felt free as a bird. Like I was flying high in above thank you ### 5/5 — Peace in my spirit *2025-12-15, version 4.7.10* This is what MindSpa has done for me in the 4 years I have been a member. You lighten the load from everyday life and bring relaxation to my troubled world. Love the mind and soul connection you can see while listening to any of the sections in MindSpa. Feel alive when you hear the programs. 💞💓🔆 ### 5/5 — 2 year review *2025-11-21, version 4.7.9* I reviewed this app a few years ago when I first started using it. It was awesome then, and it continues to be awesome. I still love it and use it almost every day. Every release they add new and helpful features, so it’s getting better and better over time. I know it is a big spend, but it is worth it. In fact, my husband wanted to save money and not renew last year and just listen to the free ones but within a few weeks, we had renewed and he is now listening to the entire library again in order. There are a lot of meditation apps out there, but we really like the variety of this one. And the soothing vocals and nature sounds. You won’t like all of them, but that’s ok! There’s so many more to listen to and you can build a favorites list, which is what I do. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-12.*