HearMe.app vs Light
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HearMe.app
Connect with trained individuals for confidential text-based emotional support. Find a safe space to share your feelings, receive validation, and access resources for health and wellness. Available 24/7 for immediate assistance.
- Anonymous texting with trained listeners
- 24/7 live text support
- Topic-based or general conversation
- Post-session journaling
- Community resources and discussions
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HearMe is an on-demand emotional wellness platform that connects you with real people for private, real-time support. You can chat with peer Listeners, engage with trained Guides, and access licensed Clinicians where available. The app also includes AI-guided reflections and Sleep Insights to help you understand how your rest connects to your daily emotional experience. Whether you need to talk through a tough moment or build long-term resilience, HearMe provides a safe, structured space to reflect, connect, and grow.
Light
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Light is a platform for listeners to help people and earn a return. We focus on improving people’s mental and emotional conditions. We have a network of more than 5,000 listeners on this platform, consisting of counselors, therapists, and people without a license but experienced in dealing with life problems. Users can talk to our listeners on Light and seek advice. We know mental and emotional problems are common in modern society, and people may have dark days. We hope our help can be a light in those dark moments.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Light at none against HearMe.app's 2. Light also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. HearMe.app sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Light asks for nothing beyond the download.
HearMe.app ships an update every 4 weeks, Light weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HearMe.app | Light |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 199 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | HearMe Inc. | GREEN FUTURE NETWORK PTE. LTD. |
Bugs and requests
HearMe.app
Reported bugs
2 issues- Keyboard issue prevents typing
- Long wait times for listeners
Requested features
3 requests- Clarify subscription model upfront
- Improve listener availability
- Fix keyboard input bug
Light
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
HearMe.app
- HearMe Monthly Membership7 Days trial$7.991 Month
- HearMe Yearly Membership7 Days trial$69.991 Year
Light
No in-app purchases
