# Pocket Ariely

> Behavioral economics insights and interactive puzzles from Dan Ariely. (iPhone/iPad app by Ariely Family, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-ariely/id620356240 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ariely Family, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/357622056)
- Category: Education, Finance
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.62/5 from 26 App Store ratings · 23 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 120 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2013-03-19
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-ariely/id620356240/reviews.md

## What is Pocket Ariely?

Introducing Pocket Ariely – the greatest app ever created!

Featuring Dan Ariely, renowned behavioral economist, acclaimed speaker, bestselling author of Predictably Irrational, The Upside of Irrationality, The (Honest) Truth About Dishonesty, Payoff, and stand-in Superman, Pocket Ariely provides you with cutting edge insights from modern decision science.

Just look at what it can do:

READ: life-changing advice from a “genius at understanding human behavior” [James Surowiecki, staff writer at The New Yorker and author of The Wisdom of Crowds], and never make another bad decision!

WATCH: lectures and entertaining videos from “one of my heroes” [George Akerloff, 2001 Nobel Laureate in Economics], and never let anyone else make a bad decision either!

LISTEN: as a man described as “surprisingly entertaining” [USA Today] interviews the leading scientists of the day, and learn everything there is to know about humanity!

PARTICIPATE: work with mad behavioral scientist from my lab at Duke, the Center for Advanced Hindsight, and solve humanity's most perplexing puzzles in finance, health, productivity, and the list goes on and on!

With Pocket Ariely in your pocket, you can take Dan Ariely with you wherever you go. You’ll be happier (since you’ll never make another bad decision), healthier (since you’ll never make another bad decision), wealthier (since you’ll never make another bad decision) and wiser (yes, you guessed it: since you’ll never make another bad decision). We almost guarantee it!

Why should you pay for this app? Think about how much you spend on coffee on a weekly basis... maybe $5/week for that Caramel Macchiato at Starbucks? Or how much money you waste on products you don’t need. Just think: you could improve your life forever by saving your lunch money and bringing a salad to work on just a couple occasions. Your waistline may thank you, too! But most of all, think about how the purchase of this app will help the blossoming field of behavioral economics, as all profits will be put toward research being conducted at Dan Ariely’s Center for Advanced Hindsight at Duke University.

So, by buying this app, you are ensuring its future existence and getting a shot of feeling-good hormones! Thank you in advance for helping science.

Irrationally yours,
Dan

Please note that Pocket Ariely is subscription based app. Here is more information:

Monthly Subscription

Get access to all of Pocket Ariely’s content. Subscription is auto-renewable which means that once purchased it will be auto-renewed every month until you cancel it 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Duration of the subscription is 1 Month with a charge of $1.99 every month. iTunes Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period with the cost of $1.99. Manage your Subscription and Auto-Renewal by going to your Account Settings.

Annual Subscription

Get access to all of Pocket Ariely’s content. Subscription is auto-renewable which means that once purchased it will be auto-renewed every year until you cancel it 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Duration of the subscription is 1 Year with a charge of $24.99 every year. iTunes Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period with the cost of $24.99. Manage your Subscription and Auto-Renewal by going to your Account Settings.

## Key features

- Read life-changing advice
- Watch lectures and videos
- Listen to scientist interviews
- Participate in behavioral puzzles
- Learn about decision science

## Recent user reviews (10 of 23)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-ariely/id620356240/reviews.md

### 1/5 — App keeps crashing

*2022-02-07, version 3.1*

I was really excited about this app, but I can’t get past the initial screen. It crashes after 1 syllable of Dan’s voice

### 1/5 — Bug

*2021-12-29, version 3.1*

This doesn't open for me. Or when open after few seconds didn't run

### 1/5 — I cannot open the app

*2021-01-27, version 3.1*

I was so excited to see the type of content available. However no matter what I try, I have not been able to explore the app as every time I hit it, it’s like a glitch - it tries to open and closes right away. Kind of disappointed

### 1/5 — The App Never works!

*2020-02-23, version 3.1*

Once charged, it is too late and can’t get access to it. Frustrating and disappointing!

### 1/5 — Can’t take the tests-

*2020-01-02, version 3.1*

Clicking on the tests is a dead end. Sorry that’s the only reason I downloaded the app. This shouldn’t be in the App Store in its current form.

### 3/5 — 🤔

*2019-09-21, version 3.1*

Hmmm .... paying before getting a chance to see even a glimpse of the content!
 It must be part of one his studies

Would be curious how many people download the app just to delete and review in less than 5 min

### 1/5 — So disappointed in Ariely

*2019-04-16, version 3.1*

I have been subscribed for months/years.  Like another stated, I cannot get into the app. From app home screen 
  1. Asks me to subscribe
  2. I click subscribe  2. Message says”you are already a subscriber”.
  3. As instructed, I click restore purchases.
  4. Message says “no active subscription” 
  5. Back on app home screen (see #1 above) and the process repeats.

Cannot get off the app home screen. This app should be shut down by Apple and refunds issued. 

How can Ariely/Ariely’s team be so smart, but with no common sense — if you have an app, it should work — if you don’t want to make it work, take it down.

### 1/5 — Could not get the...

*2018-10-07, version 3.1*

...free trial to work.

### 1/5 — Pay just to enter???

*2018-09-16, version 3.1*

Be aware you will not be able to even see anything until you agree to pay. Ridiculous. Deleted immediately. And this from a person that suppose to know how consumers behave...

### 1/5 — Seriously?! $2/month for what?

*2018-07-16, version 3.1*

There is nothing here that makes this worth a monthly subscription fee. Not even sure it would merit a one time fee. I just don’t see the value.

## Frequently asked questions about Pocket Ariely

### What is Pocket Ariely's learning methodology?

Pocket Ariely utilizes a multi-faceted approach, offering educational content through readings, video lectures, interviews with leading scientists, and interactive puzzles. This diverse method aims to engage users and facilitate learning about behavioral economics and decision science.

### How does Pocket Ariely track user progress?

The provided data does not specify a progress tracking feature within Pocket Ariely. The app focuses on delivering content and interactive elements for users to engage with at their own pace.

### Does Pocket Ariely offer certifications?

Pocket Ariely does not offer formal certifications. Its primary goal is to provide educational insights and practical advice from behavioral economics, rather than academic accreditation.

### What is the monthly subscription cost for Pocket Ariely?

The monthly subscription for Pocket Ariely costs $1.99. This subscription is auto-renewable and grants access to all content.

### How can I cancel my Pocket Ariely subscription?

You can manage your subscription and auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings. Cancellation must be done at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period.

### What are the differences between subscription tiers in Pocket Ariely?

Pocket Ariely offers both monthly and annual subscription options. Both tiers provide full access to all content, with the annual subscription offering a potentially more cost-effective long-term solution.

### Is Pocket Ariely suitable for users under 12?

Pocket Ariely has an age rating of 12+, indicating it is intended for users aged 12 and above. This is due to the nature of the educational content and behavioral science topics covered.

### How often is Pocket Ariely updated?

The latest version of Pocket Ariely was released on July 24, 2017. The app has not been updated since then, which may indicate a lack of recent development or support.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 3.1 — 2017-07-24

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bugfixes and performance improvements

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