# HOPE Spirit Box — user reviews > 236 indexed App Store user reviews of HOPE Spirit Box by Joshua Louis, rated 3.30/5 from 294 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hope-spirit-box/id1575801221/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hope-spirit-box/id1575801221.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 135 · 4★ 27 · 3★ 17 · 2★ 27 · 1★ 88 ## What do users think of HOPE Spirit Box? Overall sentiment: neutral **Pros** - 👍 Clear and meaningful responses - 🚀 Effective communication with spirits - 💡 Unique and innovative approach - 🙏 Brings hope and closure for users **Cons** - 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezes - 🔇 Difficulty understanding responses - 🔍 Lack of clarity on how to use the app properly - 🔋 High battery consumption **Commonly reported bugs** - Recordings not saving properly - Microphone and audio issues - Inconsistent performance across devices **Most requested features** - Improved audio playback and recording quality - Ability to save and share recorded sessions - Subtitles or transcripts for responses - More language options and support ## Newest reviews (10 of 236) ### 2/5 — Not working *2026-07-23, version 1.2.2* I record on the app and every time I got to listen to the recording it doesn’t put off any sound even tho my volume is all the way up. ### 4/5 — works but stopped recording during sessions *2026-07-21, version 1.2.2* i love this app have had successful sessions- just testing out the app it worked. but the app does have few bugs - will stop recording, in middle of session and the sound gate will stop working when you try to stop/start, otherwise, it has helped alot in my journey, thank you 💚 ### 4/5 — Needs Updates *2026-06-30, version 1.2.2* I like this app but I believe it has some bugs in it. Sometimes the recording just stops partway through, or doesn’t appear in my recorded sessions at all. When it works it’s quite good, but it’s frustrating for me— and I believe spirits, as I swear I’ve heard some irritated sighs come through!— when I have to keep asking the same things over and over because the app is bugging out on me 😬 ### 3/5 — Can’t figure this out. *2026-06-16, version 1.2.2* Not a clue how to work this. I hear ppl talking. But how can I ask a question and hear an answer. Not just ppl talking ? Can’t figure out how to get words on the screen rather than talking from who knows who. It’s aggravating me. ### 2/5 — Great App *2026-04-21, version 1.2.2* Great App. Quick undeniable responses. Just won’t let me listen to my recorded sessions unfortunately. ### 2/5 — Made a mistake *2026-03-28, version 1.2.2* I left a very harsh review here when I saw a spirit talker session with the recently departed Chuck Norris. I was wrong and I apologise as my comment had nothing to do with the Hope Spirit App. I actually had the wrong channel and my comment should have gone on said video. ### 5/5 — Great *2025-12-27, version 1.2.2* Clean as day this app said my name legit 100% ### 5/5 — The worst app lies *2025-12-05, version 1.2.2* Guys this app is a rubbish app because this app has voice recordings you’re not actually speaking to a person that’s dead. It’s just reverb audio just playback video voices. Josh is lying. ### 3/5 — I’m not sure *2025-11-19, version 1.2.2* I said Hello, it literally talked for 6 minutes straight while I was recording. Couldn’t understand anything. How am I supposed to determine which voice to select as well? I’m not trying to contact anyone in particular. I always hope this stuff is real but easily get discouraged. Still a fan. ### 2/5 — Ehh *2025-11-10, version 1.2.2* I like the concept behind the app! However, I don't like that I can't delete my recordings? And they aren't "clickable" I can't open them. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Disappointed Free App Gone! *2026-08-26, version 2.1* New App Not Working unfortunately 2 days ago without notification the Hope Paranormal App has been upgraded. Sadly the new app is not working. I have years of work/ recordings that I am now not able to access. ### 1/5 — Fishy *2026-07-13, version 1.2.2* It’s the same sounds even when you use different devices. It repeats its self. I don’t think the voice you are hearing are real I believe they are pre recorded. Which is a shame I really wanted to talk to my wifey grandmother ### 1/5 — Fake *2026-05-29, version 1.2.2* Fake ### 1/5 — No clear words *2026-05-27, version 1.2.2* I was so excited to download this app. I believed in your product Especially after seeing the YouTubes. Unfortunately all that came out was Very gibberish. 😞 ### 1/5 — Can’t hear anything *2026-05-13, version 1.2.2* :( ### 1/5 — Can’t understand a word *2026-04-15, version 1.2.2* I downloaded this but I literally can’t understand a word that comes through too much reverb even when it’s turned down ### 1/5 — Scam *2026-01-22, version 1.2.2* The developer responses to the criticisms calling out this bogus app should speak for themselves. He is extremely defensive and unprofessional and those types are never in tune with the spiritual realm. Get a real recorder, you dont even need a ghostbox, just a handheld recorder, the old ones with tapes work better than a digital one like on your phone. This just has audiobooks being read in reverse. Shame on this fraud exploiting people's grief for some publicity. Karma is gonna get you eventually. He actually had the nuts to respond to this accusing ME of spreading mistruths. Heres his response in full: "No, I'm sorry. Nothing about this app or my work is a scam. No one is exploiting anyone and the fact youre trying to slander the good work being done in the comments of the app show what kind of person you are. Standing up to people like you spreading lies is not being defensive, it's standing up to bullies trying to slander honest people. Yes, you are right about one thing, the sound banks are reversed, slowed, chopped up human speech and that's something I tell everyone in every video I share. I explain this in the tutorial video of the app. For some reason you think by telling people something I've already told them a thousand times debunks me. It doesnt. It validates two things. 1. That I'm indeed telling you the truth in every video I share, and 2. that this app and my sessions are fraudulent with laid in responses. Talking about karma, you should be mindful of that as you spread mistruths. " This dude is a nutcase and extremely defensive which from a psychoanalysis standpoint shows extreme deception. If you are telling the truth you dont need to keep saying it with no evidence being provided to support it. Just a word salad response with no coherent rebuttal just protesting. He isn't the brightest. Notice he also said that it validates that his responses ARE fraudulent. Lol what an idiot. ### 1/5 — Not sure *2026-01-21, version 1.2.2* I have yet to get a clear enough response it always sound like a forget language gibberish is there ever going to be an update that will allow for actual use Update still trying to use an find the right frequencies for my investigations but haven’t given up as of yet I did get a couple clear words ### 1/5 — Can't understand them *2025-11-30, version 1.2.2* Sounds like gibberish or another language! Tried every voice and it all sounds the same in different voices! Don't believe this is real tbh! No real answers, just a load of rubbish ### 1/5 — Don’t Download *2025-11-01, version 1.2.2* I found it very difficult to understand the spirit with this app. Echoes and gibberish. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — This is real *2026-08-23, version 1.2.2* I literally got a response with them saying their name twice ### 5/5 — Astonishing *2026-07-31, version 1.2.2* I can’t believe this actually worked I’ve spoken with deseased relatives and it’s 100% real although hard to understand their words with reverb I can confirm this is true,speaking in a non English language the spirits speaks back in that language that’s how I know there’s no pre recorded,thank you deeply for this amazing invention 💜 For those who can’t work the app just watch the tutorial ### 5/5 — 5 Stars App! *2026-05-07, version 1.2.2* I have bought many many paranormal apps in this market. For me this is one of the best and interesting app! I love it! 5 Stars from me. Highly recommend it! ### 5/5 — Recommend *2026-05-04, version 1.2.2* I'm very skeptical with apps like these and even spirit hunting equipment. This app surprised me so much when a voice came through the box to say "hi Maddie" which is my name. Then proceeded to say "lazy girl" as I'm laying in my bed!!! Highly recommend!! ### 5/5 — New user *2026-05-01, version 1.2.2* I tried using it for the first time this morning while I was alone bc I just lost my best friend my brother in December of last year and I’m having a hard time grieving and just wanted to hear his voice again. It sounded like he was tryna come through I just couldn’t understand. Is there any way to make the sound a little more clearer ? ### 5/5 — This app might actually be legit… *2026-04-25, version 1.2.2* I actually think I reached my favourite dead singer Michael Jackson with this! I asked “To whom am I speaking with?” And I swear a very garbled “Michael Jackson” came through, and what confirmed it was when I asked “Michael, what was your most iconic dance move?” “Moooooonowaaaaalk…” THIS IS A TRUE STORY IT JUST HAPPENED FIVE MINUTES AGO IM FREAKING OUT 😭😭😭✌️ ### 5/5 — Developer *2026-02-08, version 1.2.2* I love the app. It works well. It answered every question, but when I go on playback audio, it keeps taking long to load ### 5/5 — Love it! *2026-02-07, version 1.2.2* I am able to connect with my husband. Thank you! ### 5/5 — For Those Willing to Learn, Not Just Listen. *2026-01-13* I’ve followed Josh and his work for years and downloaded HOPE as soon as it launched. I’ve been an active user ever since, and this app continues to stand out in a space that’s often filled with noise. HOPE isn’t about instant results or entertainment. It’s a tool that teaches patience, intention, and discernment. Once I learned how to truly connect, the experiences became clear, meaningful, and deeply validating. Josh approaches this work with integrity, and that carries through the app. If you’re serious about respectful communication with the other side and willing to learn rather than demand, HOPE is absolutely worth your time. **Developer response:** I couldn't have said it better when it comes to using the app or doing sessions period. Too many people are looking for instant gratification, but doing it right means having patience, persistence and using one's connection. Thank you for the kind words regarding the work I'm doing, means a lot! ### 5/5 — Pretty cool *2026-01-11, version 1.2.2* Really interesting some good responses even humour. Phone jams after a few playbacks is only issue. But no big deal --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. 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