# HearMe.app vs Vent

The clearest difference is review sentiment: HearMe.app at 75% against Vent's 36%. HearMe.app also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). Vent's advantage is rating (4.1 vs 3.7) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HearMe.app sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Vent sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Vent holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vent has 35 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of HearMe.app's written reviews are positive against 36% of Vent's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

HearMe.app ships an update every 4 weeks, Vent every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HearMe.app | Vent |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearmeapp/id1621281765/reviews) | **[4.1 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vent-listeners-available-247/id6480134326/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **35** |
| Positive reviews | **75.0% of reviews** | 36.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 59 MB | 110 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [HearMe Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1417672400) | [Founders, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1733735478) |

## What reviewers say

### HearMe.app

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearmeapp/id1621281765)

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.

**Highlights:** Anonymous texting with trained listeners, 24/7 live text support, Topic-based or general conversation, Post-session journaling, Community resources and discussions

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HearMe Monthly Membership | $7.99 | per month |
| HearMe Yearly Membership | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 👂 Active listening from listeners
- 💬 Provides a safe space to vent
- 🌍 Connects users globally
- ⏱️ 24/7 availability

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Requires subscription for full access
- ⏳ Long wait times for listeners
- ❓ Misleading free trial/download
- 😞 Users feel judged and stupid
- 🚫 Keyboard issue prevents typing

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard issue prevents typing
- Long wait times for listeners

**Requested features**

- Clarify subscription model upfront
- Improve listener availability
- Fix keyboard input bug


### Vent

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vent-listeners-available-247/id6480134326)

Connect with AI companions designed to listen, understand, and offer support. Share your thoughts and feelings to feel lighter, boost your mood, or manage stress. Get on-demand friendship and guidance anytime.

**Highlights:** AI companionship, Emotional support, Mood boosting, Guidance on relationships, Stress management, Sleep improvement

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Vent weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Vent Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Vent annual | $14.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HearMe.app free?

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

### Is Vent free?

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

### Which has better reviews, HearMe.app or Vent?

Vent is rated higher. HearMe.app averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Vent averages 4.1 from 35 ratings.

### Do HearMe.app or Vent have ads?

Vent shows ads; HearMe.app does not.

### Which is updated more often, HearMe.app or Vent?

HearMe.app ships an update every 4 weeks, and Vent every 6 days. Most recently, HearMe.app was updated on November 3, 2026 and Vent on October 30, 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.*