# Transcendental Meditation — user reviews > 256 indexed App Store user reviews of Transcendental Meditation by Maharishi Foundation International, rated 4.90/5 from 3,089 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/transcendental-meditation/id1535029280/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/transcendental-meditation/id1535029280.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 2,892 · 4★ 128 · 3★ 37 · 2★ 15 · 1★ 17 ## What do users think of Transcendental Meditation? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 🚀 Easy to use - 🚀 Helpful timer and tracking features - 👍 Beautifully designed app - 👍 Useful educational content - 👍 Motivating and supportive for TM practice - 👍 Seamless integration with TM practice **Cons** - 🐛 Timer/chime issues (not working, inconsistent) - 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches - 🔋 Brightness issues (too bright for early/late meditation) - 🚫 Restricted access (need to be TM certified) **Commonly reported bugs** - Timer not working consistently - Chime/sound not playing at end of session - Meditation sessions not getting recorded properly - Blank screen after recent update **Most requested features** - Dark mode option - Apple Watch integration - Ability to log past meditations - Community features (forums, social sharing) - Customizable timer sounds/vibrations - Offline access to content ## Newest reviews (20 of 256) ### 2/5 — Opportunities to Improve *2026-08-10, version 1.32.2* Having practiced the TM and TM-Sidhi programs for decades, I was excited to find a timer app with everything I needed. (I do not use the “library” function, so I do not have feedback for that). Here are some opportunities for improvement. Consider applying more UI (User Interface) best practices, especially Apple HIG (Human Interface Guidelines); e.g., make the play/pause control a button instead of a “number 11/greater than” graphic; some fonts are too small to read when screen is dimmed; add a “Next segment button “>>” instead of swiping; make a “rewind 5 or 10 minutes button” available for appropriate timer segment; add seconds to the countdown timer; avoid superfluous animations (it takes 12 seconds to start the timer function and the animation during timer segments doesn’t provide useful information - eyes are closed anyway!). Please provide the option to disable the app from overriding/locking out the phone’s volume control (currently, the app locks out the phone’s volume controls; manually delaying or advancing segments causes multiple/parallel timers to run so that unwanted chimes go off in the middle of segments (and the final audio playback track plays two versions slightly offset from each other); keep the volume the same when putting in earphones (currently, the app changes volume on its own when inserting AirPods in the ear); make the volume slider control less sensitive. I look forward to a future version where the timer is as simple and effortless (and frictionless) as the meditation technique! ### 5/5 — A great renewal! A wonderful practice! *2026-07-27, version 1.32.2* I’m pleased that I unexpectedly received the free gift of TM three years ago. It has made my life more compassionate and less stressful. I am growing to contribute with hopes we will be here for others long into the future. ### 5/5 — TM Review *2026-07-24, version 1.32.2* wherever, or whenever you may be when you hear this. Know that Transcendental Mediation whatever the cost versus reward of this gift is far more valuable than you can possibly imagine. It is a leap of faith that will pay infinite and eternal dividends in size, and scope without end. You ARE Divinely Magnificent and Magnificently Divine, and deserve this treasure. The World is made more beautiful just with you being in it, and becomes ever so much more beautiful and amazing and clear before your eyes when you become fully present in it through Transcendental Meditation, nothing will ever be the same again for you, welcome! ### 5/5 — A rare, elegant home run. *2026-07-18, version 1.32.2* I’ve wandered through more meditation apps than I care to admit. Some felt like wellness startups trying to sell me scented moonlight. Others seemed determined to overwhelm me with charts, streaks, badges, and enough notifications to require meditation. Then there’s this app. It’s one of the most beautifully designed pieces of software I’ve used in a long time. The interface is quiet in all the right ways—soft, subtle, deeply considered, and somehow reassuring without ever asking for attention. Before you’ve even begun meditating, the app has already lowered your blood pressure a few points. The meditation practice itself has been equally transformative, but I’d be remiss not to applaud the design team. They understood the assignment. A rare, elegant home run. ### 5/5 — I have needed this *2026-07-07, version 1.32.2* I am so happy to have found this. I cannot tell you how helpful it is to be watching these instructional videos. I have struggled to be consistent with meditation for 8 years. Now I feel like I have my own personal teacher in my pocket, and it will be much easier to stay consistent. ### 4/5 — Good but not perfect *2026-07-02, version 1.32.2* The app is very nicely designed and easy to use. The one thing it’s missing is a count-up timer with screen on option. So one could start the timer and quickly glance to see how many minutes one has been meditating. This feature is good for those that don’t like to be jarred out of meditation by a chime as soon as the twenty minutes is up. Then it would be perfect. ### 5/5 — Connection with other students *2026-06-30, version 1.32.2* While I enjoy the app for what it does offer - I don’t like that the Introduction Modules disappear after the initial lessons. Why take that away from us? Some of us are slower learners and would like to refresh ourselves on the very important information given about the technique. It’s easy, effortless, etc - so any proprietary details aren’t anything worthwhile of locking up. We pay for the classes to have a teacher, to get our specific mantra, and for access to the community and other courses. *Please consider leaving the intro modules up for those that may have stopped their practice and forgotten the tips and suggestions given in those beginner mods. **Once Bob Roth has given his daily meditation- it should be available for all as a download. Waiting for the replays sometimes is an inconvenience. (another weird aspect that I don’t understand) I get wanting people to meditate as a group to those, but for the sake of the few that just want to use his daily session as their practice- I think having it available 24/7 would be beneficial. I thought the app would connect me with other students of TM. Having community around something like TM would be so beneficial for keeping the habit of twice a day consistent. ***Consider adding a social interaction section to the app for students to connect and build community around their practice. I understand not wanting us to instruct others on how to use the TM technique. However having specific Mods or only allowing Teachers to respond & help those individuals would alleviate this issue. Having a community note — that the social aspect isn’t for instructing other students could be beneficial as well. ***Add a speed playback option to the videos in the app. Some folks speak incredibly fast, and some not fast enough. For those of us with neurodivergent learning needs, adding this would make utilizing the Library more accessible. These are some of the things I was expecting when I downloaded the app, and was hoping you would consider adding at some point. I enjoy the app for what it does offer and I use it twice a day for those reasons. (The timer, the library, the events) Thank you for reading my suggestions. Jai Dev ### 5/5 — The Complete TM App *2026-06-27, version 1.32.1* TM Meditation Timer, Online Course to use while completing the standard Modules, Library, and Events. It’s the perfect complete resource to help with my TM journey. ### 5/5 — Great resource *2026-06-26, version 1.32.1* I have ADHD so having something that helps me schedule my TM is incredibly helpful. I haven’t missed a session since I started committing to the app. I also really appreciate the resources like the talks, the group meditations, the Gandharva Veda music, and the chanting for sidhas. It’s really helped me appreciate the tools I have been given. ### 5/5 — Magical mystery tour *2026-06-11, version 1.32.1* It’s a corny title but really does describe the journey that TM takes me on. This app is quite extraordinary in that there seems to be an almost infinite amount of information to be found, with suggestions of what else I have read three books the app recommended and all were excellent. It really helps to deepen the TM experience. When I chose to learn this technique, one of the persuasions was the app, which some reviews and a bit of faith (as you don’t see it until you have done the course,) really does return its’ promise. ### 5/5 — Love the TM App *2026-06-01, version 1.32.1* I use the app as a launching pad into my own transcendent journeys as well as my main resource for connecting and reconnecting with why I began this in the first place. Tons of content to help you grow your understanding of the techniques. Five Stars! ### 5/5 — Maharishi the great! *2026-05-31, version 1.32.1* Very profound! Just had a beautiful meditation session. ### 5/5 — Excited *2026-05-31, version 1.32.1* I just started using the app and am very excited about the possibilities of adding to my practice. ### 5/5 — Perfect Companion to beginner practice *2026-05-21, version 1.32.1* I love these group sessions thank you so much, Bob, for doing them!! I’m a beginner so welcome the chance to be softly prompted when it’s time to gently come out of meditation. I used the timer at first which is good but, I prefer not having to open my eyes periodically to glance at the timer. I also really enjoy Bob’s stories at the beginning and poems or sayings at conclusion. ### 2/5 — How is there no dark mode? *2026-05-19, version 1.32.1* I’m not one of those “I need dark mode everywhere for everything” people. But how do you not provide a darker theme when users are using your app in the dark at 4/5AM? The bright white screen first thing in the morning is really not how I want to start my day. …yet I’ve been putting up with it for years now 👎🏼 ### 5/5 — Grateful *2026-05-05, version 1.32.1* This app is the best. Simple easy & so beneficial. I love it 🌹 ### 5/5 — Meditation with the App *2026-04-27, version 1.32.0* I am new to TM and the app. I appreciate having the opportunity to join a meditation group during the early morning and evening, especially when I may experience some resistance. I am grateful. ### 5/5 — Life-Changing *2026-04-24, version 1.31.0* This app has quite literally changed my life. I log on to connect with thousands of others to practice TM with Bob of course & it just makes all the difference to meditate together. Thanks! ### 5/5 — Simple and effortless *2026-04-18, version 1.31.0* Such an effortless practice with a gentle timer to aid ### 5/5 — Back to the Basics *2026-04-03, version 1.29.1* After using various apps over the years to encourage my meditation habit, a return to the simplicity and authenticity of TM, into which I was initiated decades ago, was like coming home to myself. I am looking forward to exploring other parts of the app with others. I have more to explore. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Glitches *2026-01-22, version 1.27.1* Repeatedly will not record my meditations about to give up and delete ### 1/5 — Age restriction unnecessary and counterproductive *2025-07-14, version 1.24.2* Terrible that you have to be 16 to get it, while all other legal apps require you to be at least 12 or 13. ### 1/5 — I have never been able to access the app. *2025-06-28, version 1.24.1* I have been practicing TM for over 15 years and paid a teacher and that teacher gave me a mantra. She passed away and now I can never get onto the app. I gave been on the waiting list for many years. Too frustrating! I might develop my own TM app and let people access it by simply creating a user name and password. ### 1/5 — Very Buggy *2025-05-22, version 1.24.0* Chimed 3 minutes into a session for no apparent reason. Chime at the end of a session doesn’t work despite being on and volume being set. App is going downhill fast. Figured out why it seemed to chime at the start, the on-screen volume control (totally unnecessary) extends invisibly across the screen so any accidental touch to the center of the screen activates it. Get rid of the onscreen control. ### 1/5 — What's APP?? *2025-02-28, version 1.23.5* TM app is NOT user friendly. I've lost almost all of my logged meditations, even after I delete the app and re-register ... multiple times. I'M DONE! ### 1/5 — Poor Support *2024-10-01, version 1.22.1* The alarms do not work despite reporting repeatedly to support team. ### 1/5 — There must be a feedback loop *2024-08-05* I have several problems with this app. Let’s start with the total lack of input from meditators. I have been meditating since 1975. I was able to benefit from a TM promotion of a paltry $50 fee for high school students to learn how to properly practice transcendental meditation. In the following 50 plus years of being an at times fanatical/at times very casual practitioner of TM, I have never been the recipient of the claimed benefits of tranquillity, wisdom, mental clarity, grace, and so on. At best, TM helped me chill out a little, but my life was never “altered” as is claimed in this app to be my just, inevitable reward. So here I am, age 67, still meditating, and still deriving nothing from TM more than 40 minutes of a little down time. It seems to me that if this app offered some kind of communal forum for meditators to speak to their personal experiences, help others that might only need better guidance, and create a safe space for technique discussion and even friendship ties, the TM world would be a better place. Or, there are already a zillion places on the Web that already do that. I am simply reviewing this particular app. The lessons section only present videos of “elders” that have already drank the potion, and the “wisdom” paragraphs presented at the end of the 3 minute awakening session are some of the silliest wastes of electrons I have ever seen. IMO. Jim S. **Developer response:** Hi Jim, thank you for sharing your honest feedback. It's wonderful to hear that you’ve been a long-time practitioner of TM. We completely agree that adding a community forum would bring great value to the TM app, and it’s already on our roadmap! ~Monika ### 1/5 — App not accessible since update *2024-05-17, version 1.19.0* Ever since the app got updated, it just shows a blank screen. Uninstalling and reinstalling didn’t help, on the contrary, now I don’t even get a link to confirm my account, so that’s that for this app. That’s pretty lame, guys. ### 1/5 — Cannot use the app *2023-12-13, version 1.17.2* You must go through a vetting process in order to use this app. It is not open to everyone. You need to have already taken courses in transcendental meditation records with you must have taken must be less than 10 years ago. ### 1/5 — Sound and Vibration broken, poor timer UI *2023-11-26, version 1.17.2* Sound and vibrations to conclude a TM session don’t work. UI has small timer digits on screen during a session making it worthless as it isn’t even persistent. I would really like the TM app to replace my use of Insight Timer but it’s obvious Insight Timer remains superior. I sent a detailed email to support regarding these issues so there’s no need to direct me there in this review. Hopefully these issues can be resolved. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — TM *2026-08-31, version 1.32.4* Allowed me to regain my peace of mind after many years of turmoil ### 5/5 — Thorough *2026-08-31, version 1.32.4* Even though I don’t practice every day, I understand that coming back to TM whenever feels right to me is so wonderful and leads me to inner peace ### 5/5 — Great app when it works *2026-08-29, version 1.32.4* I am showing only 4 days on a Golden Streak. I have 139 days. It seems the app is not working. Thank for the update. I appreciate it. ### 5/5 — Happy *2026-08-26, version 1.32.4* The TM app really helps me meditate. The timer, sounds, organization of the app all prove helpful. ### 5/5 — So Grateful *2026-08-17, version 1.32.3* I am beyond grateful for the training I received in Transcendental Meditation and the positive effects it has on my life and those whom I am in contact with. The app is filled with great information, tools and resources to improve and deepen your meditation practice and is easy to use. ✨🙏🏼🌀 ### 5/5 — Finding Clarity *2026-08-16, version 1.32.3* This app is a comprehensive sanctuary for my practice. I love the vast library of events, the inspiring user testimonies, and the gentle, helpful reminders. Being able to revisit and replace sessions, like my favorite meditations with Bob Ross, makes it feel truly personal and accessible. A must-have for anyone seeking mindfulness. ### 5/5 — Wonderful Tool *2026-08-15, version 1.32.3* This app provides great support for new meditators and contains enriching content for meditators on their journey. I love the timer, access to the truly wonderful group meditations with Bob Roth, and the library of articles, videos, and even music. Love the app, happy to be a supporter and receive early access to new material. ### 5/5 — Faithful! *2026-08-09, version 1.32.2* It is the BEST! Thank you ### 5/5 — Sidekicked *2026-08-04, version 1.32.2* Is it normal to feel this passionately for a practice and accompanying app? While the practice feels like a sweet, subtle shifting into alignment, the app is like a motivational sidekick, a fantastic tool. I know my newbness is showing and I don’t care. Since I am new to the practice and hence the app I am unable to speak to whether content evolves. I am hoping for deeper content as the foundation is established and practice progresses. ### 5/5 — Appreciation *2026-07-27, version 1.32.2* Thank u Bob Roth (David Lynch Foundation) for this wonderful TM App… I’ve been using this app since 2020. It’s so surreal to listen to Bob’s intellectual world view on “the genius of nature”. 🙏🏽U r appreciated JGD 🪷 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. 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