# Reframe vs Sober

The clearest difference is monetization model: Reframe at free with in-app purchases against Sober's subscription. Reframe also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (45K vs 1.2K). Sober's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (84% vs 62%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Reframe sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Sober sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. 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 Reframe against 4.7 for Sober. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Reframe has 45K ratings behind it against 1.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 62% of Reframe's written reviews are positive against 84% of Sober's.

Reframe ships an update every 5 days, Sober every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Reframe | Sober |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (45K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reframe-drink-less-and-thrive/id1485756576/reviews) | [4.7 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sober-quit-drinking-hypnosis/id6473517059/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **45K** | 1.2K |
| Positive reviews | 61.9% of reviews | **84.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#105** | — |
| Size | 354 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Glucobit Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1485756275) | [Team Penguin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1322113258) |

## What reviewers say

### Reframe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reframe-drink-less-and-thrive/id1485756576)

**Currently charting:** #105 Top Free · Health & Fitness, #143 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app helps users reduce or quit their alcohol consumption through a neuroscience-based educational program. It offers progress tracking, a supportive community, and various tools to change one's relationship with alcohol. Premium options provide access to certified coaches and exclusive content.

**Highlights:** 160-day evidence-based education program, Progress tracking, Private community support, Meditations and games, 1:1 certified recovery coach access (premium), Live coaching calls (premium)

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Reframe + 1HD (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Reframe Access (Monthly) | $13.99 | per month |
| Reframe (Monthly) | $19.99 | per month |
| Reframe Silver (Monthly) | $24.99 | per month |
| Reframe (Annual) | $59.99 | per year |
| Reframe (Annual) | $59.99 | per year |
| Reframe (Annual) | $79.99 | per year |
| Reframe Access (Yearly) | $79.99 | per year |
| Reframe Premium | $99.99 | per year |
| Reframe (Annual) | $99.99 | per year |
| Reframe Silver (Annual) | $119.99 | per year |
| Reframe (Annual) | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Game changer
- 🚀 Helpful and informative
- 👍 Supportive community
- 👍 Accountability and tracking
- 👍 Science-based approach

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy daily tasks and features
- 🔑 Expensive subscription cost
- 🔑 Unclear pricing and trial details
- 🔑 Limited content for non-US users
- 🔑 Lacks social features for users

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription cancellation issues
- Blank screens and content not loading
- Incorrect drink tracking and notifications

**Requested features**

- Ability to save/favorite content
- More personalized recommendations
- Integration with other health apps
- Improved user interface and navigation
- Expanded social features and communities


### Sober

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sober-quit-drinking-hypnosis/id6473517059)

This program uses hypnosis to help you quit drinking and achieve lasting sobriety. It aims to transform your beliefs about alcohol, leading to improved health, focus, and overall well-being. Experience a happier, healthier, alcohol-free life.

**Highlights:** Quit drinking hypnosis program, Break free from alcohol addiction, Reclaim health and energy, Improve focus and decision-making, Transform beliefs about drinking, Hypnotic sessions for addiction

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly $9.99, 3-day free | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly $19.99 | $19.99 | per month |
| Lifetime $79.99 | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Very relaxing
- 🚀 Effective from the first session
- 💡 Powerful hypnosis experience
- 👍 Soothing and melodic voice
- 👍 Great for sleep and sobriety

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🐛 Audio issues on some devices
- ⚠️ Unclear trial period

**Reported bugs**

- Audio playback not working
- Incorrect information about trial length

**Requested features**

- More free sessions
- Improved onboarding and guidance


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Reframe free?

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

### Is Sober free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Reframe or Sober?

Reframe and Sober are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 45K and 1.2K ratings respectively.

### Do Reframe or Sober have ads?

Reframe shows ads; Sober does not.

### Which is updated more often, Reframe or Sober?

Reframe ships an update every 5 days, and Sober every 6 weeks. Most recently, Reframe was updated on October 17, 2026 and Sober on October 18, 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.*