# #SelfLove vs Practice Self

The clearest difference is ads: Practice Self at none against #SelfLove's shown. Practice Self also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). #SelfLove's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (694 vs 18). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. #SelfLove sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and Practice Self sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

#SelfLove holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: #SelfLove has 694 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of #SelfLove's written reviews are positive against 33% of Practice Self's.

#SelfLove ships an update every 2 months, Practice Self weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | #SelfLove | Practice Self |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (694 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/selflove-build-confidence/id1300107718/reviews)** | [4.3 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/practice-self-compassion/id1608258108/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **694** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | **39.1% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 41 MB | 129 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Ggtude Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/409784607) | [Interconnected Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1576175693) |

## What reviewers say

### #SelfLove

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/selflove-build-confidence/id1300107718)

Boost your confidence and overcome low self-esteem with research-backed methods based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This app helps you identify and reframe negative self-talk through quick daily exercises, fostering mental resilience and improved well-being.

**Highlights:** Research-backed CBT methods, Daily 3-minute training sessions, Identify and reframe negative self-talk, Build mental resilience, Improve body image and confidence, Science-backed helpful thinking exercises

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan+ | $11.99 | per month |
| 6 Month Plan+ | $34.99 | per 6 months |
| Promotion Annual Plan+ | $39.99 | per year |
| Annual Plan+ | $59.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Plan+ | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 Helps manage intrusive thoughts and OCD symptoms
- 💭 Reframes negative mindsets and thought patterns
- ✨ Promotes positive thinking and mood improvement
- 🎯 Simple yet effective concept
- 👍 User-friendly swiping interaction mechanism

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App freezes when typing 'I' or 'I'm'
- 🐛 Frequent loading and crashing issues
- 💰 Deceptive pricing model - hidden subscription costs
- 💳 Unexpected charges despite free trial promises
- 🔄 Repetitive content and exercises

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes when typing 'I' or 'I'm'
- App fails to load on initial launch
- Persistent loading screen ('Fetching Data') prevents progress
- App crashes during use
- Progress not saved after reinstallation

**Requested features**

- More variation and mixed exercises daily
- Additional mood tracking options (empty, numb, etc.)
- Option to disable fake typing animations
- Back button for mood evaluation corrections
- Middle ground rating option ('sometimes') for questionnaires


### Practice Self

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/practice-self-compassion/id1608258108)

This app offers guided practices, meditations, and live sessions to cultivate self-compassion, reduce stress, and build emotional resilience. It provides tools for mindful living and stronger connections, suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners.

**Highlights:** Guided meditations and mindfulness exercises, Visualization techniques for self-compassion, Live sessions with certified teachers, Expert-led content library, Quick breathwork exercises, Community connection features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is #SelfLove free?

#SelfLove is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Practice Self free?

Practice Self is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, #SelfLove or Practice Self?

#SelfLove is rated higher. #SelfLove averages 4.7 out of 5 from 694 ratings, while Practice Self averages 4.3 from 18 ratings.

### Do #SelfLove or Practice Self have ads?

#SelfLove shows ads; Practice Self does not.

### Which is updated more often, #SelfLove or Practice Self?

#SelfLove ships an update every 2 months, and Practice Self weekly. Most recently, #SelfLove was updated on October 29, 2026 and Practice Self on October 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*