Comparison

Nerva vs GutRemedy

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

Head to head
About

Nerva

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
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Address the miscommunication between your gut and brain. Designed for people living with IBS, functional dyspepsia (FD), GERD, bloating symptoms, and other gut–brain disorders - as well as those seeking additional support alongside IBD care - Nerva is a personalized gut–brain program that supports symptom management through daily sessions, practical tools, and structured guidance. Target the root cause Many people spend years cutting out foods in an effort to calm their gut - a difficult path that can miss what’s really driving symptoms. In disorders of gut–brain interaction (DGBIs), the root cause is gut–brain hypersensitivity. After a trigger like illness, antibiotics, or prolonged stress, the nerves in the gut can become over-reactive. Even once the gut tissue heals, the nervous system may keep the alarm turned up. Normal digestion, gas, or movement are then misread as danger - leading to pain, bloating, reflux, urgency, constipation, or diarrhea. Diets and medications can reduce symptoms temporarily, but they don’t retrain this signaling system. That’s why symptoms often return or shift over time. Lasting relief means calming the nervous system and restoring healthy gut–brain communication - where the symptoms actually start. How Nerva helps Nerva is a structured gut–brain program that helps you practice brain-gut techniques shown to support a calmer response to gut sensations. Over the program you'll learn to: - Respond differently to uncomfortable gut signals - Practice calming the gut–brain stress response - Build daily habits that support digestive comfort Tailored to you No two guts are the same. Nerva adapts your program to your symptoms, triggers, and progress - using AI to adjust the coaching and guidance as you go. The sessions, the tools you receive, and the coaching you follow are all shaped around your experience. Evidence-based Unlike most apps, Nerva is built on clinical research. In a randomized controlled trial at Monash University, Nerva helped 81% of people significantly manage their gastrointestinal symptoms. Since then, more than 300,000 people have used Nerva, and over 11,000 healthcare providers recommend it. Features of Nerva - Daily 15-minute sessions designed to retrain gut-brain miscommunication - Flare-up tools for pain, bloating, constipation, reflux and diarrhea - Long-term maintenance plan to keep symptoms under control after the program - AI personalization to tailor the program to your selected triggers and progress Who is the team behind Nerva? Nerva was built by Dr. Simone Peters, GI psychophysiologist, together with clinicians, dietitians, and researchers. Many of us live with gut conditions ourselves. Member stories “Nerva has really worked for me. I’ve been using the app for several months now, and I’ve noticed that I’m experiencing less negative instances with my stomach. I would highly recommend to anyone - absolutely worth the subscription” Disclaimer: Nerva is a self-guided program that may help people self-manage and live well with a diagnosed disorder of the gut-brain interaction. It is not a substitute for professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment, and has not been evaluated by the FDA, TGA, MHRA, or equivalent bodies. Do not change prescribed medication or treatment without professional advice. Some content is personalized or generated by AI for educational and wellness purposes only. It is not therapy or mental health care, is not from a licensed professional, and is not monitored in real time. If you are in distress or thinking of harming yourself or others, call your local emergency number right away. Subscription and trial 7-day free trial After the trial, your account is charged according to the plan you choose Subscriptions renew until cancelled Cancel anytime in iOS Settings, Apple ID, Subscriptions Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.mindsethealth.com/privacy

About

GutRemedy

This app helps individuals understand and manage digestive issues by tracking symptoms, identifying triggers, and providing personalized insights and educational resources. It offers optional at-home testing and connects symptom data with care plans for a comprehensive approach to gut health.

Highlights
  • Symptom, food, and lifestyle tracking
  • Pattern identification over time
  • Optional at-home SIBO breath testing
  • Personalized recommendations
  • Physician-reviewed gut health education
  • Private and secure health data
Features
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GutRemedy helps you understand your gut, track digestive symptoms, identify triggers, and take informed action. Designed for people with IBS, SIBO, and ongoing digestive symptoms, GutRemedy combines symptom tracking, insights, education, and optional at-home testing into one simple, science-backed app. No more guessing. What You Can Do With the GutRemedy App Track What Matters Quickly log symptoms, food, stress, sleep, and bowel habits. GutRemedy makes daily tracking easy and intuitive. See Patterns Over Time Monitor how your symptoms change over time and track your response to treatment plans—whether from a GutRemedy provider or your own healthcare professional. Optional At-Home SIBO Breath Testing Access at-home SIBO breath testing through GutRemedy.co and track your symptoms alongside your care plan, whether guided by a GutRemedy provider or your own healthcare professional. Personalized Recommendations Receive tailored guidance based on your symptoms, tracking history, and (if applicable) test results. Learn With Confidence Explore clear, physician-reviewed education designed to help you better understand gut health. Private & Secure Your health data is encrypted and protected. You’re always in control of your information. Who GutRemedy Is For • People with IBS, SIBO, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, or chronic gut discomfort • Anyone looking to track gut symptoms and progress in one secure place Why GutRemedy Most apps stop at symptom tracking. GutRemedy connects the dots—linking your symptoms to insights, education, and personalized next steps, all in one place. Gut health is complex. Managing it shouldn’t be. Take Control of Your Gut Health Download GutRemedy and start building clarity, confidence, and relief—one day at a time.

Screenshots

Nerva4 screens
GutRemedy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GutRemedy at none against Nerva's 4. GutRemedy also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 72%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Nerva's advantage is ratings volume (15K vs 7) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Nerva sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $99.00 per month. GutRemedy asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GutRemedy holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Nerva has 15K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Nerva's written reviews are positive against 100% of GutRemedy's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Nerva ships an update every 2 weeks, GutRemedy every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Nerva versus GutRemedy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNervaGutRemedy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (15K ratings)5.0 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews72.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings15K — better7
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size138 MB14 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperMindset Health Pty LtdGutRemedy LLC

Customer experience

Nerva

All ratings15,012 ratings
Positive93.1%
Neutral3.2%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews880 reviews
Positive72.4%
Neutral5.9%
Negative21.7%

GutRemedy

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Nerva

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App getting stuck on certain days
  • Difficulty accessing previous sessions
  • Inconsistent user experience across devices

Requested features

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

GutRemedy

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Nerva

Subscriptions4
  • Nerva IBS program (Monthly)7 Days trial$99.001 Month
  • Nerva IBS program (3 Month)7 Days trial$149.003 Months
  • 30% Off Nerva IBS (3 Month)7 Days trial$149.003 Months
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  • Nerva Full Access7 Days trial$199.001 Year
None

GutRemedy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Nerva free?
Nerva is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GutRemedy free?
GutRemedy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Nerva or GutRemedy?
GutRemedy is rated higher. Nerva averages 4.7 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while GutRemedy averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.
Do Nerva or GutRemedy have ads?
Neither Nerva nor GutRemedy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Nerva or GutRemedy?
Nerva ships an update every 2 weeks, and GutRemedy every 3 weeks. Most recently, Nerva was updated on October 18, 2026 and GutRemedy on October 6, 2026.

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