Comparison

Spiral Up Lite vs EASE into wellness

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

Head to head
About

Spiral Up Lite

This app helps you break cycles of stress and anxiety by understanding your reactions to past traumas. It uses simple, brain-savvy questions to activate your brain's natural ability to clear toxic stress and improve emotional well-being.

Highlights
  • Stress and anxiety reduction
  • Understand emotional reactions
  • Break negative cycles
  • Brain-savvy questioning technique
  • Quick daily use (1-3 minutes)
  • Developed by a health psychologist
Features
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Mindfulness distracts you from stress and anxiety Spiral Up™ releases your stress and clears away anxiety. Be more specific A friend doesn’t respond to your text and you binge eat. A car cuts you off and you explode. A colleague criticizes you and you devolve into negative self-talk. We overreact to these (admittedly unpleasant incidents) because the incidents aren’t what we’re reacting to: We’re subconsciously reacting to a traumatic event or relationship hurt from our past – romantic, platonic, or familial. That cycle can repeat itself for decades and separate you from being in control of your life. Spiral Up™ helps you break this cycle. It helps you understand why you do what you do – then do something about it. Hmm. How? Your brain is already neurologically equipped to change those reactions, and clear toxic stress chemicals. Spiral Up activates that process via a series of simple, brain-savvy “How are you?” style questions. Answering these questions (which takes 1 - 3 minutes) causes a surge of feel-good neurotransmitters. You may even feel some joy. Every moment is not joyous — many are uncomfortable, sad, boring, strenuous, etc.— but the brain rewards us for clearing stress. That’s why endorphins bubble up. This app contains those simple questions. And only those questions. There aren’t a thousand meditations or cheeky quizzes or rainforest sounds. Just the questions and the relief they elicit. Relief you deserve. Who made this? Laurel Mellin, PhD, a health psychologist, who developed Emotional Brain Training (EBT) with colleagues on the UCSF faculty in the School of Medicine. She is a NYT Bestselling author. How often should I Spiral Up? Use it whenever you have a moment of irrational panic, boredom, or feel bad for any reason. Spiraling Up 5x per day trains your brain to override your reflexive response to situational stress and anxiety. Your brain learns to spiral up spontaneously, so you feel better faster– even between uses of the app. Download our free app and start a more emotionally connected life. We overreact to these (admittedly unpleasant incidents) because the incidents aren’t what we’re reacting to: We’re subconsciously reacting to a traumatic event or relationship hurt from our past – romantic, platonic, or familial. That cycle can repeat itself for decades and separate you from being in control of your life. Spiral Up™ helps you break this cycle. It helps you understand why you do what you do – then do something about it. Read the terms and conditions here: http://wwwspiralup.com/terms-and-conditions Read the privacy policy here: https://wwwspiralup.com/privacy-policy

About

EASE into wellness

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Are you ready to transform your mental well-being, 60 seconds at a time? In a world that never stops, EASE is your personal sanctuary for sustainable wellness. Designed by 15 Nubellum clinical researchers and psychologists, EASE bridges cutting-edge neuroscience with practical, daily habits, empowering you to engage your brain’s natural healing mechanisms. Say goodbye to overwhelming therapies and hello to joy, calm, and resilience. Why EASE is a Game-Changer for Your Mental Health: Wellness in 60 Seconds: Life is busy. EASE delivers powerful, clinically-researched wellness activities designed to fit seamlessly into your day. Just one minute can lift your mood, calm your mind, and refresh your body. Discover 250+ Free Activities: Dive into our expansive library of over 250 unique activities across categories like Mindful Breathing, Gentle Movement, Emotional Resilience, Creative Expression, and more. Each activity is designed to activate your Parasympathetic Nervous System (PNS), counteracting stress and fostering relaxation. Example Activities: Sunlit Posture Pause, Deep Belly Breeze, Quick Qi Boost, Heart Harmony Hush, Gratitude Ink, Aura Sweep. Personalized Just For You: Your wellness journey is unique. EASE learns what makes you smile, feel calm, or energized through quick, intuitive feedback, delivering a perfectly personal experience every time. Tap the heart to save your favorite activities to your personal collection for anytime access. Grounded in Science: We believe in informed wellness. Every activity includes a brief, clear explanation of the scientific principles behind its effectiveness, from neuroplasticity and vagal tone to dopamine release and limbic system modulation. Understand why it works, as you feel it working. Unlock Deeper Transformation with EASE Premium: Ready to rewire your stress response for lasting change? Our premium subscription unlocks structured 7-day wellness journeys, thoughtfully designed by our experts. These immersive paths guide you through an arc of healing, strengthening connections, and empowering renewal. Themed Journeys: Explore targeted paths like "Letting Go & Healing," "Strengthening Connections," and "Empowerment & Renewal," each building sustainable habits through daily, personalized activities. Advanced Insights: Gain deeper understanding and progress tracking tailored to your long-term goals, including your unique Healing Lens profile. Exclusive Content: Access premium articles, deeper meditations, and specialized tools to further enhance your well-being. More Than Just 250+ Wellness Activities: Inspired Anytime: Our "Quick Reads" section offers bite-sized articles and tips to inspire change, provide insights, and foster growth. A New Paradigm for Mental Health: EASE transforms wellness from a daunting, abstract goal into a practical, daily practice. By combining neuroscience, psychology, and behavioral science, it offers a new model for healing—one that is personal, sustainable, and profoundly impactful. Join the Wellness Revolution: EASE is transforming mental health by making evidence-based practices accessible to everyone. Our user-driven model empowers you to take control of your mental health, build sustainable habits, and contribute to a healthier, more resilient society. Download EASE: Into Wellness for Free Today. Your path to joyful, lasting wellness starts now. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Spiral Up Lite4 screens
EASE into wellness4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Spiral Up Lite at none against EASE into wellness's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. EASE into wellness sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.00 per month. Spiral Up Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Spiral Up Lite versus EASE into wellness: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpiral Up LiteEASE into wellness
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (20 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings20 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better13.4
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB39 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperInstitute for Health SolutionsNUBELLUM.COM INC

In-app purchases

None

Spiral Up Lite

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

EASE into wellness

Subscriptions2
  • Ease Monthly Plan$5.001 Month
  • Ease Yearly Plan$12.001 Year

Questions

Is Spiral Up Lite free?
Spiral Up Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EASE into wellness free?
EASE into wellness is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Spiral Up Lite or EASE into wellness have ads?
Neither Spiral Up Lite nor EASE into wellness shows ads.

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