# HelloMind vs Nerva

The clearest difference is rating: Nerva at 4.7 against HelloMind's 4.1. Nerva also leads on ratings volume (15K vs 156) and chart position (#169 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HelloMind sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and Nerva sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $43.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Nerva holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Nerva has 15K ratings behind it against 156, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of HelloMind's written reviews are positive against 73% of Nerva's.

HelloMind ships an update every 2 weeks, Nerva weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HelloMind | Nerva |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (156 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hellomind-hypnosis-and-therapy/id327538172/reviews) | **[4.7 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nerva-gut-brain-program/id1467398796/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 156 | **15K** |
| Positive reviews | 65.5% of reviews | **72.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#169** |
| Size | 96 MB | 134 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [HelloMind APS](https://appshunter.io/developer/327538175) | [Mindset Health Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1255073245) |

## What reviewers say

### HelloMind

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hellomind-hypnosis-and-therapy/id327538172)

This app offers guided hypnosis sessions to address issues like stress, sleep problems, phobias, and low self-esteem. It uses a method called Result Driven Hypnosis to help users identify and resolve the root causes of their challenges, aiming to improve motivation and overall well-being.

**Highlights:** Stress and anxiety reduction, Improved sleep quality, Phobia treatment, Confidence and self-esteem boosting, Habit and craving management, Guided hypnosis sessions

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Acces to all content | $12.99 | per month |
| All treatments and Boosters | $44.99 | per year |
| all the HelloMind treatments and Boosters | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💤 Helps with sleep
- 🧘‍♀️ Relaxing and calming
- 🧠 Helps with mental health issues
- 🎯 Effective for specific goals (e.g. quitting smoking)
- 👍 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔊 Narrator's voice not appealing to some
- 🤑 Expensive subscription model
- 🔁 Repetitive content
- 🤯 Overwhelming number of options
- 💸 Lost access to previously purchased content

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or sessions not loading
- Issues with account management and syncing

**Requested features**

- More variety in narrator voices
- Free trial period or sample sessions
- Option to purchase individual sessions
- Better organization and navigation of content
- Ability to resume progress across devices


### Nerva

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nerva-gut-brain-program/id1467398796)

**Currently charting:** #169 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app offers a personalized gut-brain therapy program to manage symptoms of IBS, FD, GERD, and other gut-brain disorders. It aims to retrain the nervous system and improve communication between the gut and brain through daily sessions and practical tools.

**Highlights:** Personalized gut-brain therapy program, Daily 15-minute retraining sessions, Flare-up management tools, Long-term symptom maintenance plan, AI-driven personalization, Evidence-based clinical research

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Nerva IBS program (Monthly) | $43.99 | per month |
| 30% Off Nerva IBS (3 Month) | $60.99 | per 3 months |
| Nerva IBS program (3 Month) | $78.99 | per 3 months |
| Nerva Full Access | $199.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective for symptom reduction
- 👍 Calming and relaxing sessions
- 💡 Helpful for managing stress and anxiety
- 👍 Positive affirmations and education
- 🚀 Quick improvements seen by some users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔁 Repetitive nature of sessions
- 💰 Expensive subscription cost
- 🔍 Lack of customization options
- 🐛 Technical issues with app functionality

**Reported bugs**

- App getting stuck on certain days
- Difficulty accessing previous sessions
- Inconsistent user experience across devices

**Requested features**

- More variety in guided visualizations
- Ability to skip or replace certain sessions
- Maintenance plan with reduced pricing
- Offline access to recordings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HelloMind free?

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

### Is Nerva free?

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

### Which has better reviews, HelloMind or Nerva?

Nerva is rated higher. HelloMind averages 4.1 out of 5 from 156 ratings, while Nerva averages 4.7 from 15K ratings.

### Do HelloMind or Nerva have ads?

Neither HelloMind nor Nerva shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, HelloMind or Nerva?

HelloMind ships an update every 2 weeks, and Nerva weekly. Most recently, HelloMind was updated on September 18, 2026 and Nerva on September 24, 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.*