Comparison

iCan Stop Drinking vs CrossTalk Space

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

Head to head
About

iCan Stop Drinking

Learn self-hypnosis techniques to manage alcohol cravings and reduce dependence. This app offers a drug-free therapy approach to address emotional and tension-related issues contributing to drinking habits.

Highlights
  • Learn self-hypnosis techniques
  • Manage alcohol cravings
  • Reduce alcohol dependence
  • Drug-free therapy
  • Address emotional issues
  • Address tension-related issues
Features
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Learn the benefits of Self Hypnosis Problems with alcohol are a common occurrence in today’s culture and can range in intensity from strong cravings to alcohol abuse to alcoholism itself, the most severe. Alcoholism occurs when a person becomes completely dependent on ‘the drink’ to get them through daily life, even at the cost of any problems that may arise, and is sometimes indicative of a physical addiction as well. There are many reasons why people drink. Social situations and psychological factors are the most common. However, those with a family history of excessive drinking are also at a high risk for becoming alcoholics themselves, due to a genetic predisposition to the disease. An addiction to alcohol can take its toll on a person’s life, causing problems at work or with friends and family. It is a debilitating disorder that can lead to various health conditions, such as: • sleep deprivation • blackouts and/or confusion • mood swings (varying from depression to violent outbursts) • anemia • seizures • liver and other organ damage Even if an individual suffering from alcoholism genuinely wants to stop drinking, quitting can be very difficult. Withdrawal symptoms can range from mild to severe (requiring medical help) and are sometimes a reason many continue drinking. For those who do go into a detoxification program, it is often recommended to treat the anxiety associated with withdrawal symptoms. This is a condition that responds well to self-hypnosis, a safe, drugless therapy that has been shown to have remarkable effectiveness, even when other treatments may fail. It is a particularly successful method when the source of a problem is emotional or tension-related, however deep-rooted it may be. Self-suggestion is a process which strikes at the core of a problem, rather than simply masking the symptoms, making it especially helpful for a variety of complaints. The very term “Hypnosis” is a direct reference to the ancient Greek “Hypnos”, meaning sleep, and indicates the relaxed, sleep-like, state that is necessary for suggestion to take effect. However, many often have trouble reaching this deeper level of consciousness on their own and require the assistance of a skilled hypnotherapist to ease them into, and out of, a hypnotic state. Mr. Mackinnon is such an individual, having helped countless people over the years to achieve their goals through guided self-hypnosis. The advancements of the Internet have allowed him to make his technique available to more people than ever before. His new iPhone app is designed to work with you, at your own pace, directing your transition from start to finish and ensuring maximum results.

About

CrossTalk Space

Features
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Cross.Talk Space is a sober recovery app! Use our clean days counter, 11th step prayer and our 10-step inventory on your journey to recovery. Cross.Talk is a group chat messaging platform loaded with tips and support to help you along the way. Here at Cross.Talk we believe in taking it one day at a time. This app was created by a recovering individual so we know the struggle. Download the app now Check out the features of the app below. - Sober Time Counter: Users can track their sober days, months, and years, providing motivation and accountability. - Daily Reflections: A section where users can read and share daily reflections, quotes, and personal insights related to recovery. - Daily Goals: Users can set daily goals related to their recovery journey, such as attending a meeting, practicing self-care, or reaching out to a sponsor. - Inventory for the Day: A tool for users to list and track their daily tasks, commitments, and achievements. - Chat Rooms: Various chat rooms will be available for users to connect with others in recovery, share experiences, and offer support. - Local Meetings: A feature that allows users to find and RSVP to 12-step meetings, support groups, and other sober events in their area. - Send private messages

Screenshots

iCan Stop Drinking2 screens
CrossTalk Space4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: CrossTalk Space at Free against iCan Stop Drinking's $2.99. CrossTalk Space also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 35 months) and iOS requirement (10.3 vs 13.0). iCan Stop Drinking's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

CrossTalk Space is free to download; iCan Stop Drinking costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iCan Stop Drinking ships an update every 35 months, CrossTalk Space fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
iCan Stop Drinking versus CrossTalk Space: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriCan Stop DrinkingCrossTalk Space
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating3.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews47.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 35 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.010.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB31 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperiCan HypnosisMonti Media Group LLC

In-app purchases

None

iCan Stop Drinking

No in-app purchases

None

CrossTalk Space

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iCan Stop Drinking free?
iCan Stop Drinking costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is CrossTalk Space free?
CrossTalk Space is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iCan Stop Drinking or CrossTalk Space have ads?
CrossTalk Space shows ads; iCan Stop Drinking does not.
Which is updated more often, iCan Stop Drinking or CrossTalk Space?
iCan Stop Drinking ships an update every 35 months, and CrossTalk Space fortnightly. Most recently, iCan Stop Drinking was updated on October 7, 2026 and CrossTalk Space on September 30, 2026.

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