IFS Guide vs HerbAI
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
IFS Guide
This app offers guided sessions based on Internal Family Systems (IFS) protocols. It features an AI practitioner named Sunny that provides step-by-step guidance through text, audio, or direct speech in any language, assisting with inner child and shadow work. It also includes guided meditations and tools for journaling and tracking your inner parts.
- AI-powered IFS practitioner (Sunny)
- Step-by-step guidance
- Text, audio, and direct speech interaction
- Inner child and shadow work assistance
- Guided meditations
- Part journaling and profiling
- Reminders for self-care
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Internal Family Systems (IFS Therapy) is the fastest growing therapy model because of it’s root-cause effectiveness. And our goal is to make it affordable and accessible for all! The IFS Guide app gives you step-by-step guidance based on Internal Family Systems protocols so that you have a safe space to take care of your Parts anytime, anywhere. Our AI-powered IFS Practitioner, called Sunny, acts like a real IFS practitioner and enables you to speak directly or chat with it anytime, anywhere, and in ANY LANGUAGE. Sunny will be with you every step of the way, so you never wander off or feel lost in the process. There are text, audio, and direct speaking guides in your native language that will help you through inner child work and shadow work, so you understand your parts better and create deeper relationships with them. In addition to AI-powered guidance, the app also provides smart guided meditations in audio, for those who prefer no AI included in their guidance. The feature to chat with your parts on your own, allows you the freedom and creativity you need to connect with your different sides (parts) at your own pace. You can also log your conversations with your parts and reflect on them later. Create a profile for each Part of your Internal Family System and log its traits, behavior, and relationships with other parts. Schedule reminders to ensure your Parts get the care and attention they need from you. IFS GUIDE APP FEATURES AI-Powered Guidance: AI-powered Sunny, acting like a real IFS practitioner, helps you navigate through your sessions. The ability to text or talk to Sunny, just like a real IFS session. Ability to chat or talk in your own words and language. Step-by-step Internal Family Systems guidance designed by Certified Level-3 IFS Practitioners: Understand your Parts better and create deeper relationships with them. "On-Call" assistance will help you stay in your process and not wander off. Chat with Your Parts On Your Own: Create a safe space to stay present and communicate with your parts at your own pace. Log your conversations and reflect on them at a later time. Chat with multiple parts at the same time. Get Help to Unblend: Never Lose Track of Your Parts: Add notes about what you have learned from them and their relationships with each other. Journal your healing process. Access your previous conversations and talk with your parts quickly and easily. Create profiles for each Part. Create parts maps on your own, or Sunny will do it for you automatically after each session. Stay Focused on Your Inner World: Get through each step smoothly and confidently without getting lost in the process. Gentle and soothing audio guidance helps reduce anxiety and overwhelm. Stay focused on your parts without having to worry about the next steps. Strengthen Your Relationship with Your Parts: Set reminders to check in with your parts regularly and explore different topics. Give your parts the care and attention they need. Daily check-ins to stay connected with your parts every day. And many more features.... Download IFS Guide today and experience the future of personalized IFS therapy! Standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
HerbAI
Access a vast database of herbs and natural compounds with AI-powered insights. Track your wellness journey, log supplements, and explore research-backed information. Enjoy soundscapes for relaxation.
- AI-powered herbal wellness companion
- Database of 400+ herbs and compounds
- Research-backed ratings for entries
- Supplement stack and wellness tracking
- Soundscapes and audio frequency player
- Personalized educational insights
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HerbAI is your personal herbal wellness companion — bringing traditional herbal knowledge and modern research together with intelligent, personalized education. ASK HERBAI — YOUR EDUCATIONAL WELLNESS COMPANION Ask questions about herbs, explore ingredient interactions against your logged stack, scan your supplement cabinet, and get educational insights powered by AI. HerbAI knows your logged preferences and protocols, so answers stay relevant to you — no re-explaining your situation every session. Every AI response is educational — never medical advice. EXPLORE THE DATABASE Browse detailed profiles for 400+ herbs, minerals, binders, and natural compounds. Every entry includes scientific names, active compounds, traditional uses, and research-level ratings grounded in peer-reviewed literature. Filter by category, search by name, or discover what is most studied. RESEARCH-BACKED RATINGS Every entry is rated by Research Level — Clinical Grade, Well-Studied, Moderate Research, Emerging Research, or Traditional Use — based on actual citation data you can verify yourself. TRACK YOUR WELLNESS JOURNEY Log your daily supplement stack, meals, water intake, mood, and energy with an intuitive diary. Build streaks, earn milestones, and watch your consistency grow over time. RELAX WITH SOUNDSCAPES & FREQUENCIES Unwind with nature soundscapes and an audio frequency player with categorized ambient content for focus and relaxation. FREE VS. PREMIUM All educational content — the full database, wellness modes, tracking, and themes — is free forever. Optional subscriptions (Starter, Pro, Elite) unlock more monthly AI credits, advanced AI models, protocol generation, scanners, and the Lab Interpreter. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and can be managed in your App Store account settings. IMPORTANT This app is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting any supplement or wellness routine. HerbAI is built by Herbal Vanguard. Terms of Use: https://herbalvanguard.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://herbalvanguard.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: IFS Guide at 824 against HerbAI's 2. HerbAI's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. IFS Guide sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and HerbAI sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
HerbAI holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IFS Guide has 824 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
IFS Guide ships an update fortnightly, HerbAI every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | IFS Guide | HerbAI |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (824 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 74.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 824 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 94 MB | 57 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Internal Family Systems - IFS Guide | BlockchainBuck LLC |
Customer experience
IFS Guide
HerbAI
Bugs and requests
IFS Guide
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes on launch for some users
- Subscription issues and inability to upgrade
- Reminders and notifications not working properly
Requested features
4 requests- Bring back old audio guided sessions
- Improve accessibility for screen readers
- Allow more customization of parts
- Fix issues with parts mapping and editing
HerbAI
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
IFS Guide
- Basic Plan1 Month trial$11.991 Month
- Premium Plan7 Days trial$14.991 Month
- Monthly Platinum Plan7 Days trial$19.991 Month
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- Platinum Plan Monthly7 Days trial2 variants$29.991 Month
- Platinum Plan7 Days trial$29.991 Month
- Basic Plan1 Month trial$95.991 Year
- Premium Plan14 Days trial$95.991 Year
- Platinum Annual1 Year trial$99.991 Year
- Platinum Plan14 Days trial$99.991 Year
- Platinum Plan Annual14 Days trial$129.991 Year
- Platinum Plan14 Days trial2 variants$159.991 Year
- 50% Exclusive OFF$49.99
HerbAI
- HerbAI Starter$4.991 Month
- HerbAI Pro$9.991 Month
- HerbAI Elite$19.991 Month
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- HerbAI Starter$47.991 Year
- HerbAI Pro$89.991 Year
- HerbAI Elite$179.991 Year









