# Pocket Kado: Sleep & Relax Pet — Learn how to sleep again

> Companion app for better sleep through routines, journaling, soundscapes, and CBT-I. (iPhone/iPad app by Mindlab Corporation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-kado-sleep-and-relax-pet/id1610372194 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mindlab Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1830307753)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Games, Casual
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 272 App Store ratings · 109 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 154 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan) and 1 more
- Released: 2022-08-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-kado-sleep-and-relax-pet/id1610372194/reviews.md

## What is Pocket Kado?

Pocket Kado — Your Cozy Companion for Better Sleep

Falling asleep shouldn’t be so complicated!

Winner of the National Sleep Foundation’s 2023 SleepTech® Award, Pocket Kado blends a routine of healthy sleep habits, mindful journaling, relaxing soundscapes, and CBT-I–to help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.

Developed in collaboration with Stanford Medicine, Pocket Kado is here to help when your brain won’t shut off at night, anxiety creeps in after the lights go out, or your sleep feels unpredictable.

Pocket Kado is made for:

- Nighttime anxiety and overthinking
- Restless or inconsistent sleep
- Anyone tired of feeling tired
- Anyone who wants a softer, more human approach to sleep

What You’ll Find Inside Pocket Kado:

- Guided nighttime routines to help your mind slow down
- Mindful journaling to release racing thoughts before bed
- Soothing soundscapes and sleep audio for deep rest
- CBT-I–inspired tools to support healthier sleep habits
- Gentle encouragement focused on progress, not perfection

Download Pocket Kado and start winding down tonight!

Join Our Community:

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pocketkado
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pocketkado
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pocketkadosleepjourney/

Have thoughts or questions? Reach out to us at hello@mindlabmh.com.

Consult healthcare providers for medical advice alongside using Pocket Kado.

Privacy Policy: https://www.pocketkado.org/privacy-policy
Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.pocketkado.org/terms-of-service

## Key features

- Guided nighttime routines
- Mindful journaling
- Relaxing soundscapes
- CBT-I-inspired tools
- Anxiety reduction
- Sleep habit improvement

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pocket Kado Monthly Membership | $14.99 | per month |
| Biannual Membership | $59.99 | per 6 months |
| Recurring Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Biannual Membership | $49.99 | per 6 months |
| Recurring Membership | $8.99 | per month |
| Recurring Membership | $4.99 | per month |
| Recurring Membership | $3.99 | per month |
| Recurring Membership | $99.99 | per year |
| Recurring Membership | $89.99 | per year |
| Annual subscription of $49.99 | $49.99 | per year |
| Annual subscription of $149.99 | $149.99 | per year |
| Annual subscription of $99.99 | $99.99 | per year |
| Annual subscription of $59.99 | $59.99 | per year |
| Monthly Family Plan | $14.99 | per month |
| Annual Family Plan | $89.99 | per year |
| Recurring Weekly $2.99 Membership | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual subscription of $69.99 | $69.99 | per year |
| Annual subscription of $59.99 | $59.99 | per year |
| Monthly subscription of $9.99 | $9.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Time Donation of $10 | $10.00 | one-time |
| One Time Donation of $5 | $5.00 | one-time |


## What do users think of Pocket Kado?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🐨 Cute and fun app design
- 💤 Helps with sleep and sleep routines
- 🤗 Motivates healthy habits
- 🎨 Relaxing and calming features
- 🎯 Effective for managing insomnia

**Cons**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🕰️ Limited sleep schedule options
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔑 Login/account issues
- 🌙 Not suitable for night shift workers

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Inability to upgrade dream catcher
- Persistent notification that can't be cleared
- Kado waking up when phone is locked or another app is used
- App resetting progress and requiring re-adoption of Kado

**Most requested features**

- More customization options for Kado
- Ability to comment on other users' lanterns
- Integration with other sleep/health apps
- More flexible sleep schedule options
- Accessibility improvements for visually impaired users

## Recent user reviews (10 of 109)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-kado-sleep-and-relax-pet/id1610372194/reviews.md

### 1/5 — I can’t even create an account for the first time

*2026-06-03, version 1.4.828*

Please fix this bug

### 1/5 — Kids will love it

*2025-08-27, version 1.4.697*

I thought that I could use this in an attempt to have a fun way to make going to sleep exciting when I only want to stay awake longer and longer and longer, with ADHD. It’s just very difficult and a few other things… I was hoping it would be like the Water llama app which is been great in helping me drink water and I was hoping it would be similar, but it’s not and unfortunately I paid for the subscription so now I’m out that money and I’m really sad that this didn’t really work for me… By the way the if you’re a kid, I’d give it a four or a five stars but if you’re an adult, I’m gonna stick with my one star.

### 5/5 — Very sweet and fun game.

*2025-03-10, version 1.4.697*

I love caring for my koala. I wish I could change my khronotype to the exact time I wake up and go to bed but other than that it's perfect. I love the lantern feature. It's relaxing and I love seeing everyone's thoughts for the day.

### 3/5 — Good but buggy and feels incomplete

*2025-03-06, version 1.4.697*

I love the structure of this app however I have a few issues with it. The first one being that it’s pretty buggy. I’ve been trying for days now to upgrade my dream catcher (I will literally pay to do it) but when I click the button to upgrade it just closes without giving me an option to do so. I can’t find how to pay for it at all. Another bug is that there always seems to be a notification on the lanterns that I can never get to go away for no reason. I love the character too but I wish there was a little more to do for Kado like I wish I could dress him up or change his room. It makes me a little sad that the only thing I can do with sleep miles is change the color :(

### 5/5 — It is very good

*2025-01-25, version 1.4.696*

It helped my a lot with the stress of life and sleep thank you and you are loved

### 4/5 — Lantern activity

*2025-01-17, version 1.4.696*

It’s a very comforting app to help with winding down and de-stressing for the evening as well as developing a sleep pattern. I used to really enjoy watching the animation of the lantern floating away after writing on the lantern. Unfortunately now the lantern you write on doesn’t float away and only appears on the screen stationary and stays as more of a written note. Would love to see the feature of writing on the lantern and letting it float away return in the app.

### 3/5 — Brad‘s review

*2024-12-29*

Hello, my name is Brad. I am a blind and visually impaired user. I use a screen reader on my phone called voiceover voice is a screen reader that reads textual elements on the screen as you swipe left and right on your phone screen, it will read the blocks of texts and lines of text on the screen to select a textual item. You double tap it on the screen. Well, in this app, feeding the koala is not accessible to me since I am blind also riding lanterns isn’t accessible. I really want to use this app. I’ve listened to the music and it’s super peaceful so I really want these issues. Issues issues to get fixed.

### 5/5 — Emily m

*2024-12-09, version 1.4.696*

I love it I go to sleep on time do school I have hard work going to sleep but this makes me go to sleep early and fast but no cost for free and sleeping music not ugly music…….

### 1/5 — Doesn‘t work on my device

*2024-11-30*

Everytime when opening the App it asks to collect bonus. I cannot collect it (the buttons don’t work, and can’t close the window) and can’t continue to use it

### 3/5 — Unreliable

*2024-10-11, version 1.4.695*

Ran ok until Day 9 it updated and got miles screwed up and dropped a day
Today it reset miles again to zero abd needed to feed kado twice after I sent him for adventure this morning
Not boding well
Got some glitches
This is a paid app otherwise so long as it helps me wind down I dont care
Get it straightened out for prime time thanks

## Frequently asked questions about Pocket Kado

### What does Pocket Kado do?

Pocket Kado is designed to help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. It combines healthy sleep habits, mindful journaling, relaxing soundscapes, and CBT-I-inspired tools to address issues like nighttime anxiety and overthinking.

### What are the key features of Pocket Kado?

Key features include guided nighttime routines to help your mind slow down, mindful journaling to release racing thoughts, soothing soundscapes and sleep audio for deep rest, and CBT-I-inspired tools to support healthier sleep habits.

### How much does Pocket Kado cost?

The app is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases. Specific pricing for premium features or content is not detailed in the description.

### Who is Pocket Kado for?

This app is ideal for individuals struggling with nighttime anxiety, overthinking, restless or inconsistent sleep, or anyone who desires a gentler, more human approach to improving their sleep.

### Can Pocket Kado be used alongside medical advice?

Yes, the app encourages users to consult healthcare providers for medical advice alongside using Pocket Kado. It is intended as a supportive tool for sleep improvement, not a replacement for professional medical care.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.828 — 2026-03-17

- Updated backgrounds for login and loading screen
- New response option on intake form
- Stability improvements and bug fixes

### 1.4.827 — 2026-03-16

* MDL-518: Japanese translation verification - cannot complete FTUE
* fix lints issue
* remove foodMarketRevampEnabled to avoid blocking user to access KadoMarket screen

### 1.4.825 — 2026-03-04

*  MDL-510 - Fix FormatException: Unable to load artboard crash reported in Firebase Crashlytics.
* fix firebase issue

### 1.4.824 — 2026-02-26

- updated translation copy
- bug fixes for Rive animation memory issues
- app stability improvements

### 1.4.823 — 2026-02-21

No finished builds found to generate changelog

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