# Insight Timer: Meditate, Sleep — Meditation & Anxiety Relief

> Free meditation app with guided sessions, music, and community features. (iPhone/iPad app by Insight Network Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insight-timer-meditate-sleep/id337472899 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Insight Network Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/983080487)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 445,378 App Store ratings · 2,671 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 236 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, European Spanish
- Released: 2009-11-05
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insight-timer-meditate-sleep/id337472899/reviews.md

## What is Insight Timer?

* Apps of the Year Winner - TIME magazine and Womens Health *
* More time is spent meditating on Insight Timer than all other meditation apps *
* Happiest App in the World - Tristan Harris *

The number 1 free meditation app. Guided meditations and talks led by the world's top meditation and mindfulness experts, neuroscientists, psychologists and teachers from Stanford, Harvard, the University of Oxford and more. Music tracks from world-renowned artists. Join millions learning to meditate on Insight Timer to help calm the mind, reduce anxiety, manage stress, sleep deeply and improve happiness.

With 80+ new free guided meditations added daily, more meditation is practiced on Insight Timer than anywhere else. Great for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

FREE FEATURES:
* Thousands of guided meditations
* Select by time for short meditations when on the go, helping you to build a simple daily habit
* Thousands of music tracks and ambient sounds to calm the mind, focus, sleep better and relax
* The world's most popular meditation Timer
* Follow your favourite teachers
* Thousands of discussion groups and community features
* Stats and milestones for tracking your progress
* Integration with Apple Health Mindful Minutes

Browse popular topics including:
* Sleep deeply 
* Dealing with Anxiety and Reducing Stress
* Getting through Recovery and Addictions
* Self-love and Compassion
* Focus and Concentration
* Leadership 
* Better Relationships
* Loving-Kindness
* And much more..

Join leading meditation teachers and musicians including:
* Tara Brach, Ph.D, founder of Insight Meditation Community of Washington
* Mark Williams, Emeritus Professor at Oxford University
* Jack Kornfield, Dartmouth, co-founder of the Insight Meditation Society alongside fellow Insight Timer teachers Sharon Salzberg, and Joseph Goldstein of Columbia
* Gil Fronsdal, Ph.D. at Stanford University
* Ram Das aka Dr Richard Alpert, Doctorate at Stanford and Harvard University teacher
* Sadhguru, Indian yogi, founder of non-profit Isha Foundation
* Mooji, disciple of Papaji, and devotee of the master Ramana Maharshi
* Moby, international recording artist, DJ, record producer, singer, songwriter
* As well as Sarah Blondin, Mary Maddux, Ajahn Achalo, Melissa Ambrosini, Bodhipaksa, Jonathan Lehmann, Jennifer Piercy, Bethany Auriel-Hagan, Kate James and many more..

Practice the following meditation types:
* Secular Mindfulness
* Buddhist Mindfulness
* Zen
* Insight Meditation
* Vipassana
* MBSR
* Walking Meditation
* Breathing Meditation
* Kundalini Yoga
* Metta
* Advaita Vedanta
* And many more..

Join community groups for:
* Beginners
* Poetry
* Atheism
* Christianity
* Hinduism
* Transcendental Meditation
* And many more..

PAID FEATURE - INSIGHT PREMIUM MEDITATION

We have one optional in-app subscription.

* Insight Courses
* Listen offline (download guided meditations to your device)
* Advanced Player (Repeat mode, Fast forward and Rewind, Pick-up where you left off)
* High-Quality audio

The subscription is available annually for US$59.99/year, or monthly for US$9.99/month. Payment will be charged through your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase, and will automatically renew at the end of each term unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can turn off auto-renew at any time from your iTunes account settings, but refunds will not be provided for unused portions of the term. Prices and currency will vary by location. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription, where applicable. The subscription will renew at the same cost.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us over here: https://help.insighttimer.com 


Privacy Policy - https://insighttimer.com/legal/privacy-policy
Terms and Conditions - https://insighttimer.com/legal/terms-of-service

## Key features

- Thousands of guided meditations
- Music tracks and ambient sounds
- Meditation timer
- Community discussion groups
- Progress tracking
- Offline listening (premium)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Insight Premium Meditation | $9.99 | per month |
| Insight Premium Meditation | $59.99 | per year |
| Insight Premium Meditation | $59.99 | per year |
| Insight Premium Meditation | $59.99 | per year |
| MemberPlus Family | $89.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Meditation Course: Single Use | $4.99 | one-time |
| Meditation Course: Multi Use | $19.99 | one-time |
| Truth Anxiety course – Own | $19.99 | one-time |
| Teacher Donation (XS) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Teacher Donation (S) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Teacher Donation (M) | $19.99 | one-time |
| Teacher Donation (L) | $49.99 | one-time |
| Teacher Donation (XL) | $99.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #104 in Top Free · Health & Fitness (US App Store)
- #16 in Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

## What do users think of Insight Timer?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 💤 Great for sleep and relaxation
- 🌍 Diverse range of teachers and content
- 🕰️ Customizable timer with bells/chimes
- 🆓 Generous free content
- 🧠 Helps with anxiety, stress, and mental health
- 🤝 Sense of community and connection
- 📊 Useful progress tracking and statistics

**Cons**

- 🤖 Overly commercialized with constant upselling
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with mandatory account creation
- 🔀 Confusing and cluttered user interface
- 🐛 Bugs, crashes, and technical issues
- 🔒 Paywall blocking access to core features

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Timer frequently pausing or shutting down during use
- Inconsistent tracking of meditation streaks and progress
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Inability to leave reviews for meditations

**Most requested features**

- Ability to sort/filter bookmarked meditations
- Option to disable opening quotes and mood check-ins
- Improved offline functionality and caching
- More customization options for the timer
- Better community features and social integration

## Recent user reviews (10 of 2,671)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insight-timer-meditate-sleep/id337472899/reviews.md

### 1/5 — ストレス製造アプリです

*2026-08-24*

昔はシンプルなタイマーアプリで良かったのですが、現在は欲ボケした運営が鬱陶しい通知を送り続けて来てユーザにストレスを与えると言うゴミアプリです。
金儲けしか頭にない運営はマインドフルネスとはなにか、全く理解していません。

### 5/5 — Healing meditation

*2026-08-23, version 20.31.0*

Helps rest and relax in visualization.

### 5/5 — I didn’t know what I didn’t know!

*2026-08-23, version 20.31.0*

Insight Timer is a real gift!  There is so many Free meditations and also wonderful classes on Plus. Over the years, this app has only gotten better. Just give it a few days and see what happens for you.

### 5/5 — An everyday must for me

*2026-08-23, version 20.31.0*

I’ve used insight timer for many years, but every day for 2.5. I’ve done hundreds of guided meditations of all sorts ranging from traditional Buddhist, to new age, breath work, and courses like nervous system regulation. I also lately use just the timer, and track my moods - which I haven’t felt compelled to do with other apps. If I ever have trouble, customer support is quick and extremely helpful, this includes help for teachers and therapists. I highly highly recommend for people at every experience level. There really is something for everyone.

### 5/5 — It’s for me

*2026-08-23, version 20.31.0*

Each person is different in their needs and preferences. I have all the other meditation apps, but this is the one I stuck with and subscribe to. I recommend at least trying it out for yourself!

### 4/5 — Really Good.

*2026-08-23, version 20.31.0*

I was introduced to Insight Timer by the facilitator of a meditation group which I joined four months ago. It has made a difference in my life and has truly helped me to meditate very early in the morning when I get up. My only suggestion is that the app designers should categorize the various offerings by a degree of difficulty and specialty, that is, there should be a clearly marked section on introduction to meditation for beginners, offerings for people who are experiencing anxiety or depression, and offerings to recharge individuals who have been meditating for years and need renewal. When I see the offerings, I feel like a person who has walked into a huge grocery store, is confronted by aisle after aisle and display after display of various products, and doesn’t know where anything is. It’s overwhelming,  with the result that I don’t sample any of the sections despite the fact that I could probably use them.

### 5/5 — I like the fairy one, the Snow fairy and twinkle Bell

*2026-08-23, version 20.31.0*

I love Insight Timer because it is joyful

### 4/5 — I love this app

*2026-08-23, version 20.31.0*

If I had to delete every app on my phone I’d keep this one. But pleasseeee devs stop changing the UI with every release it’s unhinged. And not calming.

### 5/5 — My daily moment of calm!

*2026-08-23, version 20.31.0*

I absolutely love Insight Timer! I use it every day for meditation, and I’m amazed by how many options there are to choose from. There’s something for every mood and need, and I love that I can access even more benefits with the paid membership. It’s become a daily part of my routine and is definitely worth it! ✨🧘‍♀️

### 5/5 — The only one

*2026-08-22, version 20.31.0*

The only app I use daily. The only app that’s truly profound

## Frequently asked questions about Insight Timer

### What does Insight Timer do?

Insight Timer offers a vast library of free guided meditations, music tracks, and talks led by experts to help users calm their minds, reduce anxiety, manage stress, and improve sleep. It also includes a community forum and a meditation timer.

### What are the key features of Insight Timer?

Key features include thousands of guided meditations and music tracks, a customizable meditation timer, community discussion groups, and progress tracking. Premium features offer offline listening and an advanced player.

### Is Insight Timer free to use?

The app is free to use and offers thousands of guided meditations, music, and community features without charge. There is an optional in-app subscription for premium features like offline listening and an advanced player.

### Who are the meditation teachers on Insight Timer?

The app features guided meditations and talks from leading meditation teachers, neuroscientists, psychologists, and experts from prestigious institutions like Stanford and Harvard, as well as renowned musicians.

### What are common use cases for Insight Timer?

Common use cases include practicing mindfulness, dealing with anxiety and stress, improving sleep quality, enhancing focus and concentration, and fostering self-love and compassion through guided meditation sessions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 20.32.0 — 2026-08-28

The world's largest free mental health app just got even bigger! In the last week we've added 948 new free meditations for you to enjoy, plus 484 new free sleep tracks, music files, talks and podcasts.

This version also includes a number of UI improvements requested by our growing community of 3 million monthly active members.

### 20.31.0 — 2026-08-22

The world's largest free mental health app just got even bigger! In the last week we've added 934 new free meditations for you to enjoy, plus 517 new free sleep tracks, music files, talks and podcasts.

This version also includes a number of UI improvements requested by our growing community of 3 million monthly active members.

### 20.30.1 — 2026-08-18

The world's largest free mental health app just got even bigger! In the last week we've added 964 new free meditations for you to enjoy, plus 468 new free sleep tracks, music files, talks and podcasts.

This version also includes a number of UI improvements requested by our growing community of 3 million monthly active members.

### 20.30.0 — 2026-08-12

The world's largest free mental health app just got even bigger! In the last week we've added 931 new free meditations for you to enjoy, plus 487 new free sleep tracks, music files, talks and podcasts.

This version also includes a number of UI improvements requested by our growing community of 3 million monthly active members.

### 20.29.0 — 2026-08-07

The world's largest free mental health app just got even bigger! In the last week we've added 981 new free meditations for you to enjoy, plus 494 new free sleep tracks, music files, talks and podcasts.

This version also includes a number of UI improvements requested by our growing community of 3 million monthly active members.

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