# Mellow - Take a break — user reviews > 30 indexed App Store user reviews of Mellow by MELLOW Incorporated, rated 4.07/5 from 179 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mellow-take-a-break/id1531645341/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mellow-take-a-break/id1531645341.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 116 · 4★ 19 · 3★ 8 · 2★ 12 · 1★ 24 ## Newest reviews (10 of 30) ### 3/5 — Loved but disappointed now *2023-01-21, version 1.3.3* I loved the free version of this app. I loved discovering new artists while enjoying the greats. Being an artist myself, I found inspiration and motivation to keep honing my skill set. However, after this last update I can no longer get past the “force-you-to-buy” page and enjoy the app as its advertised as free OR paid usage. The note on the screen says try it free for 7 days, but in order to get pad that screen you *have* to pay for the subscription or you can’t use the app at all. I’ve been using Mellow for well over 6 months now and find this extremely disappointing. $20 doesn’t seem like much, but being on a fixed income, that’s a lot of money - and forcing people to pay to keep using an app advertised as free, is just plain unethical. I’ll be deleting the app, and will no longer recommend the app like I have been. Very, very disappointed 😔 ### 2/5 — Ruined it *2022-10-19, version 1.3.3* I used to really really like this app to look at art when it first came out but with the new updates it has the app doesnt even work. There is way too many glitches to the point where i cant even see the art due to the daily check in screen. I also saw the implementation of a subscription service and I fail to see what is exactly “premium” besides the removal of ads which didnt even exist until a short while ago. I would rather look up art on pinterest or something because it just doesnt work anymore. :( ### 2/5 — Frustrating *2022-09-09, version 1.3.2* So far the paid app is worse than the free app. I tried to contact Mellow online, but the contact form online reads “Required Field” even after I’ve completed it (four times); so I cannot even submit questions or a complaint. It’s a great idea and I enjoy a lot of the artwork (altho it often gives me artwork I clearly don’t like by my previous choices); overall very glitchy and disappointing considering I thought it promised me artwork to view three times a day. I get the same artwork all day long, cannot access my favorites, etc. ### 3/5 — Fantasy but… *2022-07-26, version 1.3.2* I love this app. So calming and helps me discover more art but all of a sudden now I have to pay. Not an option. No warning just “Become a Mellow patron!” No thanks. **Developer response:** Thank you for enjoying Mellow App. We continuously improve the app and made a major update on July, 2022. Previously the app has no subscription plan, and now we introduce a new plan for the Mellow lovers to enjoy more artworks! Here is the detail of the new subscription plan: [Subscription (FREE during 7days trial)] -10 Mellows (up to 3 sets per day) - View daily curated top artworks (Discovery) - Access to all the artworks you have favorited Free plan and donation are still available!! [FREE plan] -Mood Check-In -10 Mellows (1 set per day). [Donation (NOT COMPULSORY)] -Donation to your favorite artists If you have more questions, please contact us. Support@mellow.love With Love from Mellow App ### 2/5 — Can’t make it work *2022-04-27, version 1.3.0* Tried submitting to App Support without success. The ads showed a beautiful Van Gogh in slow motion. But I haven’t found anything like this. Just a slide show of obscure pictures I mostly don’t like. So I don’t understand how this is supposed to be relaxing. I have rated about 100 images, but that is all the app lets me do. **Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry that you cannot enjoy Mellow app for your relaxing, inspring and exhilaration of spirits etc. We will try to improve Mellow App more and more. If you have any technical troubles, please let us know Support@mellow.love. We will reflect your opinion for our Mellow App new version. With Love from Mellow App Team ### 4/5 — Pretty Decent *2022-03-17, version 1.2.11* It’s a fun app and is totally relaxing. Just wish it WOULD LEARN THAT I LIKE CONTEMPORARY ART AND NOT LANDSCAPES OR PORTRAITS ### 2/5 — Poor performance and communication *2022-01-28, version 1.2.10* With very limited choice for exploration, the app seem to focus more on their virtual merit gift system which for me indicate they want to emphasize on fame and benefits than simply a tool to help artists find inspiration or relaxation. It also need to be clearer about the rules for submitting works. I have seen works like series of cute simple selfies can be accepted but long hours of dedicated works are rejected. The most jarring thing in this process is they can’t give you a clear reason , it is just up to the artists to guess on their own how to have their works published. For now, I will give myself a break. This app has given me more negative vibes than before. If there is any changes in the way they function, for now I suggest artists stick with friendlier platforms like artstation, deviantart, instagram, pinterest and more. I hope artist be cautious of where they want to display their hard works. **Developer response:** Thank you for your precious comment. We will accept users' opinion and reflect Mellow app's improvement more than now. Create the best app together with us! About rejection of the works, we are sorry though we cannot reply the detailed reasons. However, there are some reasons for non-approval; ・Inappropriate content (e.g. violence, sexual content) ・The images are not properly arranged. (e.g., tilted, burred etc.) ・The quality of the work does not meet our standards We would appreciate for your understanding and keep enjoying Mellow app. ### 3/5 — Nice idea but glitchy *2021-12-23, version 1.2.9.* I love viewing the artwork. It’s a great idea. However it doesnt update itself properly. It should count the number of sets you’ve viewed correctly so features are unlocked. It doesnt. Besides that it’s a fun break in my day **Developer response:** Thank you for enjoying Mello app! We will update it more often and improve our function work properly. With love from Mellow. ### 4/5 — very nice! *2021-05-25, version 1.1.1* I really like this app, especially the explore feature where i can get lost in the wet for hours. I haven’t used it long enough to judge its recommendations or notifications but so far my only complaint is that things take quite a while to load. Cute app design, simple. I wish there was a feature to save favorite artists like how you can save favorite artwork. **Developer response:** Thank you! 😊We are glad to hear that you are enjoying the Mellow app and we appreciate your valuable feedback! We have improved the loading speed, and added the new features which include the "following artists", we hope you like it! 🥰 They are more features coming soon and we will keep you posted about the working progress on our SNS. Please follow us if you like. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mellow.take.a.break Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mellow_app/ We are continuously working on improving the Mellow app. Your feedback and likes are always appreciated! ### 3/5 — A bit buggy *2021-05-14, version 1.1.1* It may be me, but every time I visit it says I’ll get my new set in the afternoon. When I go in the afternoon there’s not a new set there, and it says I’ll get a new set in the evening. It keeps going in that loop. I really love the idea behind this app though! **Developer response:** Appreciate your feedback and we are so happy that you love the idea behind the Mellow app! We have improved this in our latest release version. We appreciate it if you could kindly try our latest version and we hope you can feel the difference. If the problem persists, please contact us at support@mellow.love. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — No longer free *2023-04-03* I loved the free version, the ability to see beautiful artwork and learn about the artists that created it was great. Now it’s no longer free and I have to pay. No, not happening!! I deleted the app because of this. ### 1/5 — Frustrating, Nerve-Riding, Vein-Popping, Teeth-clenching *2022-08-27, version 1.3.2* I have been trying to delete my account for almost a year and have contacted/emailed customer support multiple times—no response. It always says “Error! Failed to Delete Account.” Just let me delete my account. FREE ME!!!!! **Developer response:** Thank you for contacting us. To delete your account, please let us know your artist name, email and attach your images in your email. Our customer center is ' Support@mellow.love' for emailing. Love from Mellow App Team ### 1/5 — Impossible *2022-08-10, version 1.3.2* I can’t review your app…I can’t figure out how to get past the immediate request for an upgrade that I do not want…which is almost the first thing I see…. Is this free or, did I read your info wrong?? Tell me what to do and I will be better able to test the app and give you your review. Thank you. **Developer response:** Thank you for enjoying Mellow App. Mellow app offers free usage, subscription and donation. FREE for all; -Mood Check-In -10 Mellows (1 set per day). Subscription (FREE during 7days trial);USD19.99/year -10 Mellows (up to 3 sets per day) - View daily curated top artworks (Discovery) - Access to all the artworks you have favorited Donation (NOT COMPULSORY); -Donation to your favorite artists If you have more questions, please contact us. Support@mellow.love With Love from Mellow App ### 1/5 — Unhappy *2022-04-10, version 1.2.11* Your teaser is wonderful. After that …. Ugly pictures. Deleting ### 1/5 — Multiple frustrating issues *2021-12-16, version 1.2.8* Ugh, I got so frustrated with this app. I love the idea of it, showing new art and learning what you like and don’t like. But I don’t like what I feel are arbitrary limitations. Only being shown 10 pieces in one session is so disappointing. And some days it doesn’t even register that you saw the last batch and it fails to show you a new batch. And when you navigate through the clunky UI go to see an old master artist’s page, for instance, it doesn’t have some of their best pieces. I am also an artist and thought this could be a cool, fun way to get some of my art seen. But no, that doesn’t seem to work as it should either. I submitted a piece and the next day it was accepted and my account became an artist account. Then I submitted another piece and soon after my account was reverted to a normal one and my previous piece removed. No explanation, no clear reason why. Soo I go try to get in touch with support to see what the heck happened, and lol and behold I can’t click the button to submit my query. Everything on the form was properly filled out, it just wouldn’t let me click on the submit button, as it was still greyed out. So after being frustrated for a few minutes, I promptly deleted the app and came here to complain in the one way left that I have hope for someone to see this. Great idea, terrible and frustrating execution. **Developer response:** Thank you for your comment this time. Also we sincerly appologize for some glitches happened Mellow app. We will report what happened to you this time to our development team and improve them. Hope Mellow app will help your fulfilling art seen. With love form Mellow. ### 1/5 — Nope *2021-09-25, version 1.2.3* Can’t get past the screen that asks what days I want to see art. There’s no way to submit that answer. Also, initial 4 painting response choices are way too simplistic. ### 1/5 — Something went wrong *2021-09-22, version 1.2.3* Sign In with Apple, email, and view as guest all’s result in “something went wrong”. Did not mellow out :( ### 1/5 — Problem *2021-07-28, version 1.2.1* I haven’t been able to get pass the first page. It looks like the page is bigger than my phone screen but I can’t make it smaller to get to the second of the three pages. **Developer response:** We appreciate your feedback! We have shared this information with our development team. The app may didn't display correctly due to a problem with the text size setting of your phone. We have improved this in our latest release version. We appreciate it if you could kindly try our latest version and we hope you can feel the difference. If the problem persists, would you mind contacting us through the app (Contact Us/Report Issue) or contact us at support@mellow.love - we want to solve any issues that you might be experiencing. Looking forward to hearing from you again and have a nice day! ### 1/5 — Cool app. Doesn’t work on an iphone 12 *2021-07-04, version 1.1.1* Couldn’t chose the “not interested” option. Needs work ### 1/5 — Absolute Crap *2020-12-29, version 1.0* I could get past the first page!!! There was an ugly painting and I was supposed to choose from 3 ways it made me feel - happy, relaxed or inspired. It was none of those. If I raised the page a bit with my finger and underneath it offered "other" and "not interested", but it would not let me choose those or move on. I deleted the crappy app!!!! Garbage is yhe best place for your "Mellow". It just made me ANGRY - a far cry from mellow! **Developer response:** Hello Key West LL, appreciate the review, we sincerely would like solve the problem that you have mentioned. The app may didn't display correctly due to a problem with the text size setting. We have improved this in our latest release version. We appreciate it if you could kindly try our latest version and we hope you can feel the difference. Thank you, and have a great day! ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Very interesting *2022-07-02, version 1.3.0* I like about a very past history about it. I love it. Thanks! By Mark Schulz **Developer response:** Thank you for enjoying Mellow App! ### 5/5 — Ignore the bad review. Give it a try *2021-10-28, version 1.2.5* It’s actually very good and informative. ### 5/5 — Don’t listen to Bad Reviews *2021-10-17, version 1.2.5* I was originally skeeved out by the 3.3 star rating and almost didn’t download the app, until I realized all the 1 star ratings are from a glitch closer to the app’s release. There is not a bug anymore, they obviously patched it and it’s a wonderful app now for art connoisseurs, art lovers, and art amateurs. Each set of artwork I get is more and more beautiful and what I love. Highly recommend this app to pass the time. **Developer response:** Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review!💕 We are so happy to hear that you are enjoying the Mellow app! We are continuously working on improving the Mellow app. Your valuable feedback of any kind will be most welcome! We wish you a very Mellow day today!🤗 ### 5/5 — Great so far but need help with Artist Application *2021-10-12, version 1.2.4* I got this app an hour ago or so and I love the concept of this app. looking through my mellows was really cool, and I tried to fill out the artist application but after typing my artist bio it said “type English only” and I had typed my entire bio in English. I even took out the number I used for my age and typed it out and it still didn’t work. **Developer response:** Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review. We are so happy to hear that the work we put in helps our users! 💕We will solve the issue as soon as possible and it would be really help us if you could kindly advise the details of the issue to support@mellow.love. ### 5/5 — love it! *2021-10-11, version 1.2.4* an adorable app that shows u new art,, great for learning about different artists and styles of painting. it also calms me down if im ever overly anxious. love this app it’s so sweet!! ### 5/5 — Best art app *2021-09-23, version 1.2.3* I love this app, I use it everyday to look at my favorite artists and discover new ones **Developer response:** Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback! ### 5/5 — Love the unassuming and non-intimidating introduction and exposure to art! *2021-09-15, version 1.2.3* Great idea for an App. I would love to see more development going forward. **Developer response:** We are glad to hear that you are enjoying the Mellow app! ☺️We are continuously working on improving the Mellow app and more new features are coming soon! We hope you will enjoy more valuable time with our curated artworks. ### 5/5 — Easy to use *2021-09-01, version 1.2.3* This app is unique but at the same time easy to use. You can easily spend your whole afternoon on it..but it’s like going to the museum without worrying about museum closing at 5pm. ### 5/5 — Artist review *2021-01-25, version 1.0* I'm in love with this app ### 4/5 — Keep it free *2022-08-23, version 1.3.2* I really love this app and have been using it for a very long time to discover new art. I noticed a subscription plan has been implemented, which is fine by me, as long as I can continue using the app for free. I don’t mind if there are ads, or a limited amount of artworks I can see per day - I just really hope this doesn’t turn into one of those apps that you’re required to pay a subscription for. I think that will damage this app more than it would help promote it. I’m writing this review because after noticing the subscription feature, I’m unsure if I’m going to have to pay, given the “continue using the app for free for 7 days” message. Does this mean a free 7 day trial with all features, or that the app will cease to be free entirely in the future? I hope I can use it for free with ads instead of being unable to use it without a subscription, as if it requires a subscription unfortunately I would have to delete the app and I’m sure many would do the same. Keep up the good work and please allow a free option! --- *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 2026-06-10.*