Best apps like Lightly: Meditation & Journal

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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10 free apps
Updated September 2026

Whether you want more options like Lightly or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Lightly

Cadence: Precision Breathing#2

Cadence: Precision Breathing by JOSEPH MILLS

Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
5.0(3 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides precise, repeatable breathwork sessions without distractions. Users can create custom breathing protocols with specific inhale, hold, and exhale durations. It's designed for breathwork training, nervous system regulation, stress reduction, and improved focus.

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Lightly: AI Emotional Support
Lightly: AI Emotional Support
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This AI companion helps you navigate difficult emotions, anxious thoughts, and challenging conversations. It provides a safe space to vent, analyze texts, and find calmer responses, promoting self-awareness and clearer communication.

AI emotional companionAnalyze texts before sendingRewrite anxious messages
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Stone PT
Stone PT
Stone PT
by STONE LDN LIMITED
Free
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Sehaj Breath
Sehaj Breath
Sehaj Breath
Witness breath and stillness
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This app offers guided breathwork and meditation sessions with visual cues and optional audio. It includes an emotion journal and a presence check-in feature to support mindfulness without pressure. The interface is designed for calm and distraction-free use.

Guided breath sessions with visual cuesMultiple breathing patternsOptional audio cues and haptic feedback
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ZenMind Zazen Meditation Timer
ZenMind Zazen Meditation Timer
ZenMind Zazen Meditation Timer
Breath, posture, quiet bells
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Sonar Mental Health
Sonar Mental Health
Sonar Mental Health
Sonar
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This app offers a supportive AI companion, guided by human experts, to help users navigate life's challenges. It provides a judgment-free space to chat about anything, offering real-time advice and strategies for stress and relationships.

AI chatbot for conversationsHuman-guided supportPersonalized responses
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Ayla Period, Pregnancy Tracker
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Satoria
Satoria
Satoria
by 40 Years of Zen Inc.
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This app offers brain training exercises and a library of free resources to enhance cognitive function. It can be used independently or paired with a Muse brain-sensing headband for a more immersive experience.

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