# Nerva vs Clear Minds

The clearest difference is monetization model: Nerva at free with in-app purchases against Clear Minds's subscription. Nerva also leads on ratings volume (15K vs 1.7K) and review sentiment (73% vs 62%). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Nerva sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $43.99 per month and Clear Minds sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $12.95 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Nerva against 4.8 for Clear Minds. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Nerva has 15K ratings behind it against 1.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 73% of Nerva's written reviews are positive against 62% of Clear Minds's.

Nerva ships an update weekly, Clear Minds every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Nerva | Clear Minds |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nerva-gut-brain-program/id1467398796/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clear-minds-hypnotherapy/id1600470480/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 1.7K |
| Positive reviews | **72.5% of reviews** | 62.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 134 MB | 145 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Mindset Health Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1255073245) | [Pure Clear Minds LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1758707444) |

## What reviewers say

### Nerva

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nerva-gut-brain-program/id1467398796)

This app offers a personalized gut-brain therapy program to manage symptoms of IBS, FD, GERD, and other gut-brain disorders. It aims to retrain the nervous system and improve communication between the gut and brain through daily sessions and practical tools.

**Highlights:** Personalized gut-brain therapy program, Daily 15-minute retraining sessions, Flare-up management tools, Long-term symptom maintenance plan, AI-driven personalization, Evidence-based clinical research

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Nerva IBS program (Monthly) | $43.99 | per month |
| 30% Off Nerva IBS (3 Month) | $60.99 | per 3 months |
| Nerva IBS program (3 Month) | $78.99 | per 3 months |
| Nerva Full Access | $199.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective for symptom reduction
- 👍 Calming and relaxing sessions
- 💡 Helpful for managing stress and anxiety
- 👍 Positive affirmations and education
- 🚀 Quick improvements seen by some users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔁 Repetitive nature of sessions
- 💰 Expensive subscription cost
- 🔍 Lack of customization options
- 🐛 Technical issues with app functionality

**Reported bugs**

- App getting stuck on certain days
- Difficulty accessing previous sessions
- Inconsistent user experience across devices

**Requested features**

- More variety in guided visualizations
- Ability to skip or replace certain sessions
- Maintenance plan with reduced pricing
- Offline access to recordings


### Clear Minds

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clear-minds-hypnotherapy/id1600470480)

Utilize award-winning hypnotherapy sessions to overcome challenges like binge eating, reduce stress, and improve mental health. Access a wide range of sessions for self-development, sleep, and physical well-being. Track your progress and sync mindfulness minutes with HealthKit.

**Highlights:** Award-winning hypnotherapy sessions, Reduce anxiety and stress, Overcome bad habits, Improve sleep quality, Support mental health, Track progress, HealthKit integration

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Offer | $12.95 | per month |
| Monthly | $14.49 | per month |
| Monthly | $15.95 | per month |
| Quarterly | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Quarterly | $32.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly Offer | $60.00 | per year |
| Yearly | $110.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $124.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for various issues
- 🚀 Effective for weight loss and alcohol reduction
- 💤 Improves sleep quality
- 🌟 Soothing and relaxing voice
- 👌 Great customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy app with login and functionality issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription cost
- 🔇 Poor audio quality
- 🤔 Repetitive content
- 🔒 Purchased content not accessible through app

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Accounts being reset or not recognized
- Downloads not working offline
- Tiny text and layout issues

**Requested features**

- Option to play sessions consecutively
- Longer session durations
- More diverse content
- Ability to access purchased content through app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Nerva free?

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

### Is Clear Minds free?

Clear Minds is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Nerva or Clear Minds?

Clear Minds is rated higher. Nerva averages 4.7 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Clear Minds averages 4.8 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do Nerva or Clear Minds have ads?

Neither Nerva nor Clear Minds shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Nerva or Clear Minds?

Nerva ships an update weekly, and Clear Minds every 2 weeks. Most recently, Nerva was updated on September 30, 2026 and Clear Minds on September 30, 2026.

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