Comparison

The Tapping Solution vs EFT Tapping for Calm

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

The Tapping Solution

Learn Tapping (EFT) techniques to reduce stress, anxiety, and pain, and improve sleep. Access hundreds of guided meditations for lasting results in areas like emotional release, physical discomfort, and women's health.

Highlights
  • Stress and anxiety reduction
  • Pain relief meditations
  • Sleep improvement techniques
  • Emotional release exercises
  • Support for specific health concerns
  • Meditations for various life stages and professions
Features
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Lower your stress levels, reduce anxiety, overcome fears, relieve pain, get better sleep, and so much more. All made possible with access to hundreds of meditations in the Tapping Solution App. You'll learn how to use Tapping (also known as EFT, or Emotional Freedom Techniques), to lead a happier and healthier life. Over 15 million sessions completed so far, ranging in length from 2 minutes (a quick session) to 20 minutes (to guide your deeper work). "Like someone turned off the anxiety switch." - Debbie, App member "This is one of the most calming and tools in my mindfulness toolkit." -App member "I'm 46 and struggled with a racing mind at bedtime and anxiety my whole life. I'm shocked that as I do this before sleep, I feel like I got the deep, restorative sleep my body with fibromyalgia needs to heal." -Susie, App member Tapping has also been recommended by top doctors, therapists, psychologists, personal development experts, and mental health experts including Mark Hyman, M.D., Tony Robbins, Ruth Buczynski, Ph.D., Dawson Church, Ph.D., Brendon Burchard, Eric Leskowitz, M.D., and many others! Clinical Research About The App Published in A Top-Tier Journal: A recent study conducted on the Tapping Solution App's effectiveness of immediate reduction of psychological distress concluded that there was statistically significant reduction in the emotional intensity ratings between the start and end of sessions for stress and anxiety sessions, thus offering preliminary evidence on the immediate effects of The Tapping Solution App in reducing psychological distress. Follow along effortlessly with Meditations designed for you to get lasting results. Topics include: * Lowering stress about: family, finances, health, work, the world & more * Sleep support for: insomnia, fall asleep faster, quiet your racing mind & more * Releasing emotions such as: anger, anxiety, fear, grief, guilt, sadness, self-doubt, shame & more * Relief from pain such as: arthritis, back pain, cancer pain, endometriosis, fibromyalgia, headaches, knee pain, neck pain, sciatic pain & more * Supporting your body in healing from: allergies, colds, high blood pressure, inflammation, indigestion, tinnitus, TMJ & more * Women's health support for: early motherhood, fertility, IVF, menopause, pregnancy & more * Weight loss & body confidence support for: critical self-talk, eliminating cravings, getting back on track & more * Support for children, military/veterans & teachers. Subscription Pricing and Terms: Auto-renewing monthly subscription & auto-renewing yearly subscriptions are offered, both of which allow full access to all content for as long as you maintain an active subscription. A lifetime subscription, which is a one-time-only payment, is also offered, giving unlimited access to all of the content inside the app forever. Prices are set in US dollars. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on your country. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes account at the time of the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period end date, and the cost of the renewal will be listed. You can manage your subscription and auto-renewal can be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. The information presented in this app, including introducing EFT Tapping is not intended to represent that Tapping is used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or psychological disorder. Tapping is not a substitute for medical or psychological treatment. We strongly advise that you seek professional advice as appropriate before making any health decision. Read more about the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy here: https://bit.ly/2UFLd02

About

EFT Tapping for Calm

This app offers guided EFT tapping sessions to help calm your nervous system and reduce anxiety, panic, and stress in minutes. It personalizes sessions based on your specific situation, providing a do-able somatic practice that works even with racing thoughts.

Highlights
  • Guided 5-minute tapping sessions
  • Personalized phrases based on user input
  • Visual guidance for 9 EFT tapping points
  • Pre-built sessions for sleep, anxiety, and stress
  • SUDS intensity tracking
  • Save and revisit favorite sessions
  • Calming audio or silent mode
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Feel anxious, panicked, or wired at 3am? ZenTap helps you calm your nervous system in minutes using EFT tapping - a simple, science-backed technique that combines acupressure with focused awareness. No long meditation sessions. No vague promises. Just tap, breathe, and feel the shift. WHY ZENTAP IS DIFFERENT Most calm apps ask you to sit still and breathe. ZenTap gives you something to DO - a 5-minute somatic practice that works even when your thoughts won't stop racing. EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) uses gentle tapping on specific acupressure points while you focus on what's bothering you. It sounds weird. It works fast. Practitioners have used it for over 30 years on anxiety, trauma, phobias, and sleep issues. WHAT YOU CAN TAP ON - Anxiety before meetings, presentations, or social situations - 3am racing thoughts and insomnia - Panic attacks and overwhelming emotions - Stress, worry, and mental loops - Phobias and limiting beliefs - Anger, sadness, and difficult feelings - Imposter syndrome at work - Sunday scaries and morning dread - Pre-flight nerves and performance anxiety PERSONALIZED FOR YOUR EXACT SITUATION Tell ZenTap what's bothering you in your own words. The app creates a personalized tapping session with phrases that match your specific situation, not generic affirmations that don't fit. Built with AI. Designed by EFT practitioners. Made for real life. WHAT'S INCLUDED - Guided 5-minute tapping sessions - Personalized phrases based on your situation - The 9 EFT tapping points with clear visual guidance - Pre-built sessions for sleep, anxiety, panic, and stress - Track your SUDS (intensity scale) before and after - Save and revisit your favorite sessions - Calming audio guidance, or silent mode for public spaces HOW IT WORKS 1. Describe what you're feeling (in your own words) 2. ZenTap creates a session adapted to your situation 3. Tap along through the 9 acupressure points 4. Feel the shift in 5 minutes or less That's it. No journaling required. No long onboarding. Just tap. WHO IT'S FOR Whether you've been tapping for years or just heard the term, ZenTap meets you where you are. New to EFT? The app walks you through every step. Already practicing? Use it as your daily tapping companion. Loved by people dealing with anxiety, trauma recovery, sleep issues, public speaking fears, social anxiety, and everyday stress. 89% of users report feeling relief within the first week* *Based on in-app user feedback from 2025-2026 IMPORTANT NOTICE The ZenTap app is designed to provide EFT tapping sessions and raise awareness about emotional self-regulation. However, it is important to note that the app is not intended to replace professional medical or psychological advice. The information, sessions, and recommendations provided by the app should not be considered as diagnoses, treatments, or medical recommendations. Users are encouraged to seek a qualified professional's advice in conjunction with using this app and before making any medical or psychological decisions, especially for serious anxiety disorders, trauma, or mental health conditions. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Activate all ZenTap features with a subscription, charged to your app store account upon confirmation. Subscriptions auto-renew at the term's end unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in your account settings post-purchase. End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy Policy: https://moxyzstudio.com/privacypolicy

Screenshots

The Tapping Solution4 screens
EFT Tapping for Calm4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: EFT Tapping for Calm at free with in-app purchases against The Tapping Solution's subscription. EFT Tapping for Calm also leads on ads (none vs shown). The Tapping Solution's advantage is ratings volume (24K vs 4) and chart position (#103 vs unranked). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. The Tapping Solution sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and EFT Tapping for Calm sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

EFT Tapping for Calm holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Tapping Solution has 24K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Tapping Solution ships an update every 3 weeks, EFT Tapping for Calm every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
The Tapping Solution versus EFT Tapping for Calm: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Tapping SolutionEFT Tapping for Calm
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (24K ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews84.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings24K — better4
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#103 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size149 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe Tapping Solution, LLCMoxyzstudio

Customer experience

The Tapping Solution

All ratings23,838 ratings
Positive96.5%
Neutral1.4%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews712 reviews
Positive84.6%
Neutral2.7%
Negative12.8%

EFT Tapping for Calm

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

The Tapping Solution

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • New update affects downloaded category
  • Immediate turn off win $100 flashes up in your face

Requested features

2 requests
  • Language
  • Wish I could hear it better

EFT Tapping for Calm

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

The Tapping Solution

Subscriptions8
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$11.991 Month
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  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription14 Days trial$67.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription$94.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription14 Days trial3 variants$94.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription1 Month trial$94.991 Year
3 purchases

EFT Tapping for Calm

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Features$4.997 Days
  • Premium Features$9.991 Month
  • Premium Features$59.991 Year

Questions

Is The Tapping Solution free?
The Tapping Solution is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EFT Tapping for Calm free?
EFT Tapping for Calm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, The Tapping Solution or EFT Tapping for Calm?
EFT Tapping for Calm is rated higher. The Tapping Solution averages 4.8 out of 5 from 24K ratings, while EFT Tapping for Calm averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do The Tapping Solution or EFT Tapping for Calm have ads?
The Tapping Solution shows ads; EFT Tapping for Calm does not.
Which is updated more often, The Tapping Solution or EFT Tapping for Calm?
The Tapping Solution ships an update every 3 weeks, and EFT Tapping for Calm every 6 weeks. Most recently, The Tapping Solution was updated on November 4, 2026 and EFT Tapping for Calm on October 31, 2026.

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