Comparison

Expand vs Flows!

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

Head to head
About

Expand

Access profound states of expanded awareness with guided meditations and proprietary sound science. Explore topics like relaxation, joy, insight, and sleep to foster meaning, relieve stress, and release unwanted patterns. Discover inner wisdom and joy through active imagination and perception.

Highlights
  • 100+ guided meditations
  • Monroe Sound Science audio technology
  • Multi-day mini-courses
  • Guided reflection and journaling
  • Custom-generated soundscapes
  • Focus on active imagination and perception
Features
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From the world-renowned Monroe Institute, Expand helps you access deeper states of awareness to reduce stress, improve sleep, and cultivate greater meaning, clarity, and purpose. Powered by Monroe Sound Science, our proprietary audio technology, Expand uses targeted soundwave patterns to support unique states of consciousness and focused inner exploration. Through guided sessions, courses, and immersive sound experiences, you can uncover insight, release unwanted patterns, and reconnect with your inner wisdom. Inside Expand, you’ll find: • 100+ guided meditations and consciousness-expanding exercises • Multi-day mini-courses and structured practice paths • Guided reflection and journaling tools • Custom-generated soundscapes designed for specific brainwave states • Programs for both beginners and experienced practitioners Explore sessions across topics including: • Relaxation & Healing • Joy & Meaning • Insight & Intuition • Sleep & Dreaming • Healthy Relationships • Creativity & Manifestation • Beyond the Physical Unlike typical meditation apps focused only on clearing the mind, Expand encourages active imagination, perception, and intentional practice to help you achieve specific outcomes. About The Monroe Institute The Monroe Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and a global leader in the study and practice of expanded consciousness. Founded in the early 1970s as a research and educational organization, Monroe offers transformative learning through the Expand app, virtual programs, and in-person retreats on its 300-acre Virginia campus and in countries worldwide. Subscription Pricing and Terms Expand offers auto-renewing subscription options: • $69.99/year • $11.99/month Payment is charged to your App Store account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged within 24 hours prior to renewal. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Terms of Service: https://info.monroeinstitute.org/expand-app-terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://info.monroeinstitute.org/expand-app-privacy-policy

About

Flows!

Master movement and unlock creativity with this platform dedicated to flow arts. It offers in-depth tutorials and expert insights to help you refine foundational moves, explore new combos, and develop your unique style in a supportive environment.

Highlights
  • In-depth flow arts tutorials
  • Detailed technique breakdowns
  • Expert insights and guidance
  • Develop unique flow styles
  • Foundational moves and combos
  • Supportive learning atmosphere
Features
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Flows: Your Path to Flow Arts Mastery Discover the art of movement and unlock your creative potential with Flows, the ultimate flow arts learning platform by Taylor Flows. Designed to elevate your skills in your favorite forms of flow arts, Flows treats each tutorial as a mini class, diving deep into the techniques you’ve always dreamed of mastering. With comprehensive tutorials, detailed breakdowns, and expert insights, you’ll gain the confidence and tools to advance your journey. Learn in a fun, inclusive, and supportive atmosphere as you refine foundational moves, explore innovative combos, and craft your unique flow style. Step into the world of Flows and let your artistry shine! Privacy Policy: https://www.supapass.com/user-terms Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Expand4 screens
Flows!4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Flows! at 5.0 against Expand's 4.0. Flows! also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). Expand's advantage is ratings volume (301 vs 1) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases 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. Expand sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and Flows! sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $19.95 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Flows! holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Expand has 301 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Expand ships an update monthly, Flows! every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Expand versus Flows!: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterExpandFlows!
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (301 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews49.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings301 — better1
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTHE MONROE INSTITUTETaylor Flows LLC

Customer experience

Expand

All ratings297 ratings
Positive73.4%
Neutral6.1%
Negative20.5%
Written reviews157 reviews
Positive49.7%
Neutral12.1%
Negative38.2%

Flows!

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Expand

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Paid but no play
  • Login screen freezes
  • Incompatible with older devices
  • Sound shuts off when the iphone goes to sleep

Requested features

4 requests
  • Longer guided meditations
  • What's new section for meditations
  • Ability to turn off background music
  • Monthly charge option

Flows!

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Expand

Subscriptions2
  • Expand Plus Monthly$11.991 Month
  • Expand Plus Yearly$69.991 Year
8 purchases

Flows!

Subscriptions8
  • monthly12 variants$19.951 Month
  • monthly2$19.951 Month
  • monthly4$26.991 Month
Show 5 more
  • monthly1$78.991 Month
  • yearly1$204.991 Year
  • yearly22 variants$204.991 Year
  • yearly3$254.991 Year
  • yearly1$689.991 Year

Questions

Is Expand free?
Expand is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Flows! free?
Flows! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Expand or Flows!?
Flows! is rated higher. Expand averages 4.0 out of 5 from 301 ratings, while Flows! averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Expand or Flows! have ads?
Expand shows ads; Flows! does not.
Which is updated more often, Expand or Flows!?
Expand ships an update monthly, and Flows! every 3 months. Most recently, Expand was updated on November 3, 2026 and Flows! on October 28, 2026.

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