# HeadRest: Meditation & Stories — Meditations for how you feel

> Personalized meditations and wisdom stories for sleep and life challenges. (iPhone/iPad app by Aaditya Menon.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/headrest-meditation-and-stories/id6759522119 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Aaditya Menon](https://appshunter.io/developer/1879267616)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 78 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-03-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/headrest-meditation-and-stories/id6759522119/reviews.md

## What is HeadRest?

Tell HeadRest what is on your mind. It creates a meditation just for you, drawn from Buddhist, Zen, Sufi, and Stoic wisdom traditions, narrated with calm ambient soundscapes.

Every session is unique. Share what you are going through - burnout, grief, a fight with your partner, self doubt - and HeadRest finds a story from humanity's wisdom traditions that speaks to your moment.

WHAT MAKES HEADREST DIFFERENT:
- Every meditation is built around your words and your moment
- Stories from 2500 plus years of wisdom traditions, not generic scripts
- Expert curated library for lifes toughest moments
- Calming narration with ambient soundscapes
- No ads - just presence

WISDOM TRADITIONS INCLUDE:
Buddhist parables, Zen koans, Sufi teaching stories, Stoic reflections, Hindu mythology, Taoist tales, and more.

CREATED FOR REAL LIFE:
Burnout at work. A relationship falling apart. Grief you cannot name. The 3am spiral. HeadRest does not give you a generic breathing exercise. It finds a story that has helped humans through moments like this for thousands of years, and tells it to you in a way that fits your life right now.

HeadRest Plus is an optional auto-renewable subscription that unlocks the full Wisdom library and monthly personalized meditation sessions. Download HeadRest. Tell it what is on your mind. Listen.

Terms of Use EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
HeadRest Terms: https://tryheadrest.com/tos
Privacy Policy: https://tryheadrest.com/privacy

## Key features

- Personalized meditation generation
- Stories from wisdom traditions
- Calming narration and soundscapes
- Expert curated library
- No ads

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HeadRest Plus Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| HeadRest Plus Annual | $59.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/headrest-meditation-and-stories/id6759522119/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Amazing new form of meditation

*2026-07-31*

I’ve tried meditation apps my whole life, but there’s something uniquely calming about headrest. By making you reflect through stories and not just prescribing breath work, I’ve found this app has cause more lasting change in my thoughts.

### 5/5 — Makes me feel calm

*2026-07-19*

I use this app multiple times in a week.
The app in general feels very calm and peaceful, user friendly and looks aesthetically pleasing.

Awesome for someone who is looking to start to meditate. 👌

### 5/5 — Best app ever

*2026-06-04*

Amazing app soo relaxing I love it

### 5/5 — An app that actually helps

*2026-06-02*

I've had moments when I couldn't sleep and moments when I felt anxious and HeadRest helped every single time. The UI is clean, The application is easy to use and everu story is intentful. The thought put into building the app shows and its amazing to see AI have mindful usecases for a change.

### 5/5 — Unique and well curated

*2026-05-20*

The app is intuitive and easy to use. Tons of meditations to choose from the library. Audiovisuals are fantastic. What’s unique though is that you can curate your own meditation based on how you’re feeling. The personalized mediation is also spot on. Love the app and looking forward to see it grow.

### 5/5 — Beautiful & well crafted for the overthinking mind

*2026-05-09*

This is by far one of the best app that does not require subscription. Thank you developers for creating such a beautiful platform for those in need. If I can help in anything, please share.

### 5/5 — Calms my mind

*2026-04-27*

If you spend the time to tell the app what you’re feeling, Headrest will find a story that helps you reflect and feel calmer and more grounded. Love it.

### 5/5 — Delightful app

*2026-04-15*

Great content. Love the app design!

## Frequently asked questions about HeadRest

### What is HeadRest?

HeadRest creates personalized meditations and stories based on what you share about your thoughts and feelings. It draws from various wisdom traditions to offer unique guidance for life's challenges.

### Does HeadRest have ads?

No, HeadRest is ad-free. The app focuses on providing an uninterrupted experience for users seeking mindfulness and calm.

### What wisdom traditions does HeadRest use?

HeadRest incorporates Buddhist parables, Zen koans, Sufi teaching stories, Stoic reflections, Hindu mythology, Taoist tales, and more, spanning over 2500 years of human wisdom.

### What devices does HeadRest support?

HeadRest is available on iPhone and iPod devices, as indicated by its compatibility.

### How often is HeadRest updated?

The latest version of HeadRest was released on June 16, 2026, indicating recent development and updates.

### What is the age rating for HeadRest?

HeadRest has an age rating of 12+, suggesting it is suitable for users aged 12 and above.

### What is HeadRest Plus?

HeadRest Plus is an optional subscription that unlocks the full wisdom library and provides monthly personalized meditation sessions.

### How accurate is HeadRest's personalization?

The app is designed to build each meditation around the user's specific words and current moment, aiming for highly relevant and personalized content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.7 — 2026-08-14

A clearer heads-up if you delete your account while subscribed, honest savings math on the paywall, plus reliability and measurement improvements under the hood.

### 1.0.6 — 2026-07-26

• Pull down to refresh on every screen — Home, Library, Wisdom, Journal
• New meditations now appear on their own when they're ready
• Clearer messages during purchase — including when your bank is still confirming
• Smoother, more stable playback and quiet reliability fixes throughout

### 1.0.5 — 2026-07-01

This update brings a fresh new look and a calmer, more reliable experience:

• A new app icon.
• A smoother, more reliable start — your stories and wisdom load cleanly, even on a weak connection.
• A redesigned welcome to help you find a meditation for what you're actually feeling.
• Stability and polish fixes throughout.

Rest well.

### 1.0.4 — 2026-06-16

This update introduces:

• Wisdom — a new tab with the life stories of sages and saints told as guided audio, plus illustrated books of timeless verse
• A redesigned Home with recommendations for how you feel right now
• HeadRest Plus — unlock the full Wisdom library and monthly personalized meditation sessions
• Faster, more reliable audio playback and many small improvements

### 1.0.3 — 2026-04-07

- Wind-down stories for when you can't sleep                                                                                                                                     
  - Home screen loads faster                                                                                                                                                       
  - Read mode now highlights what's being spoken                                                                                                                                   
  - Smaller app size                                                                                                                                                               
  - Bug fixes and improvements

## Related topics

[free meditation apps stories](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/free-meditation-apps-stories) · [buddhist mind meditation](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/buddhist-mind-meditation) · [guided meditation creator](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/guided-meditation-creator) · [free meditation apps spiritual](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/free-meditation-apps-spiritual)

---

*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 2026-08-15.*
