Comparison

마인드카페 vs CounselCat

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

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About

마인드카페

Access 24/7 mental health support from anywhere with professional counseling, scientific psychological assessments, and personalized coaching. Address issues like depression, anxiety, and work stress with verified experts and secure, anonymous communication.

Highlights
  • Professional psychological counseling
  • Scientific psychological assessments
  • Personalized smart coaching
  • 24/7 availability
  • Anonymous and secure communication
  • Verified expert database
  • Integrated online/offline services
Features
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"우울∙불안∙불면증부터 직장 스트레스까지, 국내외 어디서나 나만의 멘탈케어를 시작해 보세요! ■ 핵심 기능 1. 전문 심리상담 & 빠른 멘탈케어
 ㆍ 우울증, 불안장애, 대인관계, 직장 고민 등 다양한 문제를 검증된 전문가와 상담
 ㆍ 채팅, 전화, 화상, 대면 중 원하는 상담 방식을 골라 사용
 ㆍ 해외 교민∙유학생도 시차 걱정 없이 24시간 이용 가능 2. 과학적 심리검사 & 즉각 피드백
 ㆍ 우울증 테스트, 불안장애 체크, 직무 스트레스 지수 등 검증된 검사 도구 사용
 ㆍ 개인 맞춤형 코칭 & 개선 가이드 제공, 유료 프로그램(심화 상담, CBT 등) 연계 가능 3. 스마트 코칭 시스템
 ㆍ 라이프코칭, 커리어코칭 등 목표 달성을 위한 체계적 플랜
 ㆍ 반복되는 고민∙습관을 개선하는 정기 결제 코칭 프로그램도 운영 4. 편리함 & 익명성
 ㆍ 24시간 예약, 모바일로 어디서든 접속 가능
 ㆍ 닉네임 사용, 상담 기록 비공개, 안전 암호화 결제 등 개인정보 보호에 만전 ■ 앱의 차별점 & 강점 * 검증된 전문가 DB + 투명 후기
 임상심리사, 정신건강 전문가, 전문 코치 등 자격∙경력 확인 가능 & 후기∙평점∙비용 투명 공개. 또한, 정신과 전문의 및 임상심리 박사로 구성된 업계 최고의 자체 심리 연구소를 갖추어 전문성을 철저히 관리 * 증상별 맞춤 솔루션
 “우울∙불안∙불면증∙직장 스트레스” 등 고민 키워드별 맞춤 검사와 상담 코스 * 유료 프로그램 확장성 
1회 상담 후 더 깊은 해결이 필요하다면, 단계별 멘탈 트레이닝이나 심화 상담으로 추가 연계 * 안전한 데이터 보호
 민감 정보 암호화 & 비식별화, 익명 커뮤니티 운영으로 해외에서도 안전하게 이용 가능 * 온·오프 통합 지원  앱 이용 중 전문가 상담∙코칭을 받다가 필요 시 오프라인 대면으로도 전환 가능, 원스톱 서비스 제공 마인드카페가
당신의 멘탈케어를 언제나 함께합니다. ■ 서비스 접근 권한 안내 * 푸시 알림: 상담∙코칭 채팅, 이벤트 안내 푸시 * 마이크: 전화 상담∙코칭 시 오디오 송출 * 카메라: 화상 상담(페이스테라피 등) 진행 시 사용 * 사진첩: 고객센터(채널톡)에서 사진∙영상 전송 시 사용 * iOS 기기용 광고식별자: 맞춤형 상품 추천 등에 활용 ※ 모든 권한은 ‘선택적’이며, 미동의 시 일부 기능이 제한될 수 있습니다. ■ 문의 & 공식 페이지 * 이메일: cs@atommerce.com * 홈페이지: https://mindcafe.co.kr * 인스타그램: @mindcafe_korea * 페이스북: @MindCafeKorea * 블로그: blog.naver.com/atommerce * 브런치: brunch.co.kr/@atommerce

About

CounselCat

Engage in confidential AI-powered conversations designed to help you explore challenges, reduce stress, and foster personal growth. This private, always-available companion utilizes principles of motivational interviewing to provide a judgment-free space for reflection and self-discovery.

Highlights
  • Confidential AI conversations
  • Motivational interviewing techniques
  • Stress and anxiety relief
  • Self-reflection and journaling
  • 24/7 availability
  • Private and anonymous
Features
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Find Clarity, Reduce Stress, and Reconnect with Yourself – Through Supportive AI Conversations If you're struggling with anxiety, stress, indecision, or emotional overwhelm, CounselCat offers judgment-free conversations that help you feel heard, reflect, and grow—all in a completely private and secure space. ▶ Why CounselCat? - Fully Private: No sign-up or account required. Your conversations stay on your device - Self-Reflection & Journaling: Use chats to unpack your thoughts like a private, guided diary - Stress & Anxiety Relief: Feel calmer and more in control, even during difficult moments - 24/7 Availability: Your safe space is always open—anytime, anywhere ▶ Use CounselCat To: - Work through anxious or unmotivated feelings - Talk out your goals and next steps - Practice self-care and daily reflection - Clarify your thoughts and build inner momentum - Access private support when therapy isn't an option Whether you're beginning your mental health journey or simply need a quiet space to talk, CounselCat gives you the language and reflection tools to support real emotional growth—on your terms. Disclaimer: CounselCat is a self-help and well-being tool. It is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing distress or a mental health crisis, please consult a licensed professional or seek emergency assistance. Terms of Use: https://counselcat.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://counselcat.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

마인드카페4 screens
CounselCat4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: 마인드카페 at none against CounselCat's shown. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. 마인드카페 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and CounselCat sells 7 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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for 마인드카페 against 4.8 for CounselCat. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 54 and 28 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 84% of 마인드카페's written reviews are positive against 88% of CounselCat's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
마인드카페 versus CounselCat: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter마인드카페CounselCat
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (54 ratings) — better4.8 (28 ratings)
Positive reviews84.5% of reviews88.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings54 — better28
Update frequencyWeeklyWeekly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size246 MB85 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAtommerce Inc.Minsik Kim

Customer experience

마인드카페

All ratings54 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews58 reviews
Positive84.5%
Neutral3.4%
Negative12.1%

CounselCat

All ratings28 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral10.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive88.5%
Neutral3.8%
Negative7.7%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

마인드카페

One-time2
  • Mindcafe VOD$59.99
  • Mindcafe VOD$69.99
7 purchases

CounselCat

Subscriptions5
  • Unlimited Chat$4.997 Days
  • Unlimited Chat$9.991 Month
  • Unlimited Chat$14.993 Months
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  • Unlimited Chat$23.993 Months
  • Unlimited Chat$49.996 Months
One-time2
  • One-day Pass$2.99
  • Gift (1-month)$7.99

Questions

Is 마인드카페 free?
마인드카페 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CounselCat free?
CounselCat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 마인드카페 or CounselCat?
마인드카페 is rated higher. 마인드카페 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 54 ratings, while CounselCat averages 4.8 from 28 ratings.
Do 마인드카페 or CounselCat have ads?
CounselCat shows ads; 마인드카페 does not.
Which is updated more often, 마인드카페 or CounselCat?
마인드카페 ships an update weekly, and CounselCat weekly. Most recently, 마인드카페 was updated on October 25, 2026 and CounselCat on October 25, 2026.

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