# Joy 101 - Curated by Hoda Kotb — user reviews > 88 indexed App Store user reviews of Joy 101 by Joyful Habits, Inc., rated 4.90/5 from 1,973 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joy-101-curated-by-hoda-kotb/id6738288455/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joy-101-curated-by-hoda-kotb/id6738288455.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 1,772 · 4★ 117 · 3★ 18 · 2★ 2 · 1★ 11 ## What do users think of Joy 101? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 🚀 Daily plan encourages trying new things - 🌟 Incredible library of wellness content - 👍 Helpful for finding joy and restarting life **Cons** - 🔒 Concerns about data collection and privacy - 🤯 Inability to access or use key features - 💰 Disappointment over lack of free content **Commonly reported bugs** - Inability to access or interact with the initial quiz - Screens not properly fitting on iPhone devices **Most requested features** - Ability to opt-out of data collection - Improved compatibility and responsiveness on mobile devices ## Newest reviews (16 of 88) ### 5/5 — hoda is a joy *2025-12-08, version 1.1.9* just seeing and hearing Hoda makes me happy! ### 5/5 — Love the depth and breadth of this app! *2025-11-25, version 1.1.7* Such a wonderful collection of professionals in this app. Sara Auster is definitely at the top of my list of favorites! ### 5/5 — Just what I needed *2025-11-11, version 1.1.6* I I’m so thankful I picked up the good House keeping magazine at the library and saw HOD’s interview.my mom passed away at 88 2 months ago and I’m caring for my dad who has dementia. I found myself struggling with grief and caregivers guilt. What next was on my mind. How do I balance my life with my dad and my home life. The first day of this app helped me answer some of those questions. Thank you, Laurie ### 5/5 — Positive Experience *2025-11-10* I’m naturally a positive person that strives to be happy and to find joy. Joy 101 continues to support and expand my mindset. The content is exceptional quality and provides food for thought to continually improve and choose joy everyday! Many thanks to Hoda and team! **Developer response:** We love your intention to choose joy each day, and to keep expanding your mindset along the way. We’re so grateful you’re part of the Joy 101 community! ### 5/5 — Love it! *2025-10-15, version 1.1.3* I love Hoda and I love this app! So many good things to try! I love the breathwork. And I love getting to watch little inspiring videos from Hoda. Thank you, Hoda! ❤️ ### 5/5 — Joy 101 App *2025-10-07* I love the way I have something waiting for me each morning! I can save my favorites. Plus you can search by categories when you want something specific. **Developer response:** We love knowing something is waiting for you each morning. Happy exploring and saving those favorites! ### 5/5 — Small commitment, big return *2025-10-04* Just a few minutes a day has helped me shift my focus on what really matters. Appreciating what I have, being gentle with myself, and quick exercises I can do to wind down and get centered. More breath work please! **Developer response:** We love this perspective! We hear you on the breathwork – and we’ll keep it coming. ### 5/5 — …bringing joy *2025-10-04, version 1.1.2* I love the joy101 app! There is always something everyday that brings me joy or helps me to find some peace. ### 5/5 — Can’t thank you enough! *2025-10-02* The level of expertise of these coaches is far beyond my expectations. In just a few minutes a day they make a huge difference in my life. I look forward to practicing with them every morning and many evenings as well. I started following some of them and reading their books. All so lovely! 🙏🩷 **Developer response:** This made our day. We’re so thrilled our practitioners are making such a difference for you. What a beautiful way to start and end your day! ### 5/5 — My Daily Hug for Myself *2025-10-02, version 1.1.2* A reminder that I am human, loved, accepted, intelligent, kind, loving and today is a blessing ### 5/5 — Amazing! *2025-10-01* I use this app every morning. I enjoy all the different activities that are waiting for me each day and I notice a significant difference in my day when I have occasionally missed a morning. I especially love that most the activities are 5-10 minutes long because no matter how busy I am, I can always find the time to complete a quick activity to help put the day in perspective! **Developer response:** This made us smile! We love that a few minutes each morning is setting the tone for your whole day. We're grateful you're here! ### 5/5 — Joyful *2025-09-30, version 1.1.2* Very Uplifting❤️⭐️ ### 5/5 — Joy101 is the best investment I made for myself *2025-09-30* I wake up and look forward to listening to the App. It’s changed my life for the better. Thank you Hoda and staff. I don’t know what I’d do without you! **Developer response:** We’re so touched by your words, thank you for starting your mornings with us! We love to know that Joy 101 has made a difference in your life. ### 5/5 — Uplifting *2025-09-30, version 1.1.2* I have been a fan of Hoda for years for her positive and authentic person self. Joy 101 delivers the same for us to navigate and find our best self. ### 5/5 — One day…… *2025-08-29* One day a woman decides she needs to make a change in her life. Little did she know she made the change for a lot of women. I learned how to breathe and take life at a pace that is comfortably possible. Thank you Hoda **Developer response:** Thank you for sharing this beautiful reflection. We’re so grateful Joy 101 and Hoda’s guidance could be part of your journey. Here’s to many more deep breaths and joyful moments! ### 5/5 — A daily dose of joy!!! *2025-08-26, version 1.0.14.1* I love spending 5 minutes per day with this app. It brings me pure joy. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Validation emails won’t come through *2025-10-18, version 1.1.3* I’ve reached out to Customer Service a couple of times about this and I’m still not receiving any validation email so even though I signed up for the app, I can’t use it ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work *2025-10-08, version 1.1.3* Doesn’t start unless you give it your personal information like email etc. It’s not nice to force users to give their information for some happiness advice. ### 1/5 — Paid Subscription Only *2025-08-31, version 1.0.15* Sad there isn’t even a free version with less resources for those of us that love Hoda and everything she is, but can’t afford the extra bills at the moment. ### 1/5 — Cannot access *2025-08-19, version 1.0.13* I still cannot access this app. The proportions of the quiz screen is do not let me access the "get started" button. Downloaded the app in June and keep checking back but it is still not working for me. Can't wait to try it when it works! ### 1/5 — So disappointed. *2025-07-16, version 1.0.9* Just signed up and wanted to try a 9 minute sleep exercise the first night only to get a cost for subscription only. ### 1/5 — Account Creation *2025-06-17* Hello. I have been waiting to download and start using the app. Unfortunately it’s not going well. The first page directs me to sign in with either Google or Apple. I don’t want to do either. Why is there not an option for “with email” where I can enter my email address and not be tied to Apple or Google? I can’t even view the screens without getting past this. A little extra coding would provide additional functionality, and follow the best in class standards. Please consider. **Developer response:** Thank you again for sharing your feedback with us. We heard you, and we’re excited to let you know that email registration is now live! In addition to Apple and Google, you can now sign up and log in with your email. ### 1/5 — Stuck *2025-06-17, version 1.0.5* I’m not able to get past the question asking what times I’m available. I select a time and click Continue but nothing happens. I’m sure this will be fixed soon and I’ll update my review. 5/17 This issue is fixed once you update your app. ### 1/5 — Cost and privacy *2025-06-17, version 1.0.5* Would like to view some content before paying/ buying Also it’s important to have a privacy option for my data ### 1/5 — $16.99 a month! *2025-06-14, version 1.0.5* Nothing is for free. It all costs $16.99 a month. What a waste. ### 1/5 — Privacy *2025-06-12, version 1.0.5* Sooo disappointed that the app collects data on you ! No choice to NOT allow! Won’t subscribe because of this. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Finding myself back *2026-08-22, version 1.8.1* Feeling all the emotions again when I was a little girl of excitement, fun and feeling loved ### 5/5 — Uplifting *2026-08-11, version 1.6.2* Such great encouragement ### 5/5 — Hoda is the best *2026-07-30* This is day two and I feel Like it is just what I need to move forward from grief and onto a new path. I truly feel Hoda created this just to share her knowledge and help others . Looking forward to this new program daily. Love the variety so far. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for sharing this. We're truly honored to be part of your journey. Wishing you continued comfort, hope, and moments of joy as you move forward. We're so glad you're here. ### 5/5 — Love it!!! *2026-07-16, version 1.6.0* An app that brings me joy with short content. I’ve replaced the doom scroll with this and I’m loving it! ### 5/5 — 1st Day *2026-05-17, version 1.4.1* The routine was wonderful! ### 5/5 — What We All Need *2026-03-22* I love bringing in the joy with this app. Having attended the spring retreat in Scottsdale, the app integrates the principles I learned and treasured. Hoda knows what our hearts need in this noisy world and this brings more joy into our lives. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for this beautiful note. It means so much to hear how the app is continuing your retreat experience and bringing those moments of joy into your everyday life. ### 5/5 — My name is Joy *2026-03-05, version 1.3.6* Thank you God. I needed this so much today and I’m so grateful for you and I. ### 5/5 — Joy + Calmness + Strength *2026-02-19* This app has become a daily necessity for me. I start my day with gentle guidance and affirmations, and end it with techniques for calmness and relaxation. I find that I have less stress and anxiety, and I am more focused on finding joy in my life! **Developer response:** Thank you so much for this beautiful review. We love knowing Joy 101 is part of your daily routine and helping you feel calmer and more focused on joy. ### 5/5 — Gods *2026-01-12* She in herself is an inspiration to me. I’m using this App so I can expose with Joy. I’ve suffered through terrible loss in the last few years. I loss my dear sister who was my best friend, my emotional support dog a year ago and my mom a few months ago. I’m usually a joyful person and want to be more joyful even with these losses. I want people to know me for my joy and positivity. Thank you. **Developer response:** Thank you for sharing your heart with us. We’re holding space for your losses and honored Joy 101 can support you in finding joy again. ### 5/5 — Best gift for self *2026-01-01, version 1.2.1* I gifted myself this for the 2026 year! --- *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.*