# Unwind vs Self

The clearest difference is update cadence: Self at daily against Unwind's weekly. Self also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Unwind's advantage is ratings volume (593 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Unwind sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Self sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Self holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Unwind has 593 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Unwind ships an update weekly, Self daily. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Unwind | Self |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (593 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unwind-breathing-exercises/id1470613384/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-reliance-tips/id6765832037/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **593** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 84.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 159 MB | 253 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mystical Bits, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/843075073) | [Drew Douglass](https://appshunter.io/developer/1887999660) |

## What reviewers say

### Unwind

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unwind-breathing-exercises/id1470613384)

This app guides you through mindful breathing exercises to reduce stress, improve sleep, and enhance focus. It offers a distraction-free experience with beautiful visuals, soothing ambiances, and personalized tracking to support your mindfulness journey.

**Highlights:** Guided breathing exercises, Background ambiances, Mindfulness history and stats, iOS widgets, Voice prompts and haptics, Daily reminders and quotes, Sync to Apple Health

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unwind Pro (Weekly) | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Unwind Pro (Weekly - Family) | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Unwind Pro (Monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| Unwind Pro (Monthly - Family) | $6.99 | per month |
| Unwind Pro (Yearly) | $9.99 | per year |
| Unwind Pro (Yearly - Family) | $19.99 | per year |
| Unwind Pro (Lifetime) | $24.99 | one-time |
| Unwind Pro (Legacy) | $29.99 | one-time |
| Unwind Pro (Lifetime - Family) | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helps with breathing and relaxation
- 💤 Aids in falling asleep
- 🎨 Beautiful and minimalist design
- 🔗 Integrates well with Apple Health
- 🕰️ Customizable breathing exercises

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔊 Poor audio quality in some cases
- ⏱️ Occasional issues with Apple Watch sync
- 💰 Paid features behind paywall
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy due to Facebook trackers
- 🔋 Can cause high battery drain on some devices

**Reported bugs**

- Restore purchase feature not working consistently
- Apple Watch app stops working when screen dims
- Widget not showing the correct breathing exercise

**Requested features**

- Add Chinese language support
- Allow custom background colors and brightness
- Implement more guided meditation options
- Improve haptic feedback on Apple Watch
- Add ability to use own music during sessions


### Self

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-reliance-tips/id6765832037)

This app offers gentle observations and practical techniques for navigating difficult moments and learning to be alone. It provides a steady, non-judgmental voice with no pressure to perform or maintain streaks. Access resources for professional help when needed.

**Highlights:** Daily observations and techniques, No streaks or performance pressure, Collection of revealed cards, Links to authoritative sources, Resources for professional help, Focus on self-compassion and regulation

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A warm cup | $1.99 | one-time |
| One step taken | $4.99 | one-time |
| A view of dawn | $9.99 | one-time |
| A long quiet evening | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Unwind free?

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

### Is Self free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Unwind or Self?

Self is rated higher. Unwind averages 4.8 out of 5 from 593 ratings, while Self averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Unwind or Self have ads?

Neither Unwind nor Self shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Unwind or Self?

Unwind ships an update weekly, and Self daily. Most recently, Unwind was updated on November 6, 2026 and Self on October 31, 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.*