Comparison

lumin&us® vs XRT

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

Head to head
About

lumin&us®

Features
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Welcome to lumin&us, the first play based, interactive App rooted in play therapy and Polyvagal Theory. Made for parents, carers, play therapists, counsellors, social workers, teachers to use with children, this App supports mental and emotional wellbeing through play based games and activities. Designed by parents and professionals, this App can: - improve and strengthen relationships and connections between adults and children - support good mental health - help you to understand the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviours - help adults and children to feel more calm, content and comfortable - bring laughter and joy to family life - support relationship building for adoptive families ABOUT THE APP: Based on play therapy and the science of Dr Stephen Porges’ Polyvagal Theory, this resource has been created by social workers, play therapists and educators to support family life. It improves wellbeing and relationships by helping adults and children understand and identify the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. We call our model 'The Lighthouse Model'. It was created as a way to continue supporting famillies during Covid lockdowns. Using this model, we find that children – and adults too – can make sense of how they are feeling which helps them to understand their behaviours and support regulation. Our model supports adults and children to find their way back to feeling safe through fun, interactive and engaging games and activities designed to improve relationships and support mental and emotional wellbeing. FEATURES: - Over 20 play based games and activities included to support children in each of the three states - Safe, Struggling and Drowning - 'Scan' feature helps adults and children identify and understand their current emotional state - Play based games and activities categorised in to Daytime Play, Out & About and Evening Play - Explanation of the benefits of each game or activity and list of resources needed - Supportive resources to help calm and comfort adults, parents/carers FEEDBACK: "This App has made a real difference. Before using the App, my son used to go straight to his room to play video games after school. Now he asks to play a game and we sit together, laugh and we end up talking about his day at school." Parent to 10 yr old and 8 yr old "The years go by so quick and there is always something to do around the house. This app has made us move playing together up the agenda. It has 100 per cent success rate. It always improves the atmosphere in the house and my son has never refused it." Parent to 7 yr old "We had used Beacon's paper-based resources which we loved, but they were difficult to use when we weren't at home. With the App I have the all the games in my pocket. It really helps calm my children (and me) when we're doing things like shopping or waiting in queues." Parent to 3 yr old and 6 yr old

About

XRT

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XR Therapeutics are looking to forever change the way we approach mental health conditions, utilising custom-built digital tools, XRT empowers people to engage directly the scenarios that impact them, fostering targeted intervention and personalised care like never before. Our app provides personalised anxiety management, supporting individuals and their families with tools to practice techniques learned in therapy sessions. Developed in collaboration with end-users and clinicians, it empowers users to track their progress, manage anxiety, and engage in tailored relaxation exercises designed for real-world challenges. The app is uniquely adapted for autistic people and individuals with learning disabilities, ensuring accessibility and ease of use. Features include: Personalised anxiety management tools Guided relaxation exercises Progress tracking to help you stay on top of your mental health journey Content tailored to your therapy plan, helping you reinforce what you’ve learned Easy-to-use interface designed with accessibility in mind Whether you're managing anxiety on your own or with the help of others, this app gives you the support you need to practice mindfulness, reduce stress, and regain control of your wellbeing. Disclaimer: This app is not intended to provide medical diagnosis or treatment advice. The information provided in this app should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a healthcare professional before making any medical decisions or if you have any questions regarding a medical condition.

Screenshots

lumin&us®4 screens
XRT4 screens

Verdict

The call

lumin&us® and XRT are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
lumin&us® versus XRT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterlumin&us®XRT
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB186 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBeacon Services Resources CICXR Therapeutics Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

lumin&us®

No in-app purchases

None

XRT

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is lumin&us® free?
lumin&us® is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is XRT free?
XRT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do lumin&us® or XRT have ads?
Neither lumin&us® nor XRT shows ads.

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