# PTSD Coach vs Rootd

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PTSD Coach at none against Rootd's 11. PTSD Coach also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Rootd's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 11 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Rootd sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. PTSD Coach asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for PTSD Coach against 4.8 for Rootd. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4.3K and 10K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of PTSD Coach's written reviews are positive against 82% of Rootd's.

PTSD Coach ships an update every 11 months, Rootd every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PTSD Coach | Rootd |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (4.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ptsd-coach/id430646302/reviews) | **[4.8 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rootd-panic-attacks-and-anxiety/id1289018369/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4.3K | **10K** |
| Positive reviews | 80.2% of reviews | **82.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 83 MB | 149 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)](https://appshunter.io/developer/430646305) | [Simply Rooted Media Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1294325827) |

## What reviewers say

### PTSD Coach

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ptsd-coach/id430646302)

This app offers educational resources and self-help tools for individuals experiencing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It includes a self-assessment, information on professional care, and customizable tools for managing daily stress, such as relaxation techniques and anger management.

**Highlights:** PTSD education, Self-assessment tool, Professional care information, Stress management tools, Customizable features, Relaxation skills

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful app for managing PTSD symptoms
- 🚀 Accessible and easy to use
- 💡 Provides a variety of coping tools
- 🌟 Helpful for both veterans and non-veterans
- 🧠 Aids in self-assessment and progress tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Limited to veteran-focused PTSD content
- 🔊 Distracting background sounds in some exercises
- 🐛 Occasional app crashes and freezing issues
- 📱 Outdated or lacking features for modern devices

**Reported bugs**

- History data being deleted after updates
- Symptom assessment reminders not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Multi-language support
- Ability to customize or add personal content
- Integration with mental health professionals
- Expanded resources for non-veteran PTSD
- Improved symptom tracking and data visualization


### Rootd

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rootd-panic-attacks-and-anxiety/id1289018369)

This app offers immediate and long-term relief from anxiety and panic attacks. It provides tools like a panic button, guided breathing, journaling, and educational lessons to help users understand and overcome their anxiety. Features also include soothing visualizations, sleep aids, and an emergency contact option.

**Highlights:** Panic attack SOS button, Guided deep breathing exercises, Anxiety journaling, Soothing visualizations, Educational lessons on anxiety, Sleep aids and relaxing sounds, Emergency contact feature

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Chat With Ron | $2.99 | per month |
| Rootd Full Access Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Annual Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Rootd Full Access 6 Months | $34.99 | per 6 months |
| Rootd Full Access Yearly | $44.99 | per year |
| Rootd Full Access Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| 7 Day Trial Yearly Plan | $59.99 | per year |
| Rootd Full Access Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Rootd Full Access Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Rootd Full Access Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Rootd Lifetime Full Access | $179.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💗 Helps with anxiety and panic attacks
- 🧘‍♀️ Useful breathing and relaxation exercises
- 📚 Informative lessons on understanding anxiety
- 🆓 Provides helpful free features
- 🔒 No ads or distractions

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid features can be expensive
- 🐛 Some technical issues like app crashes
- 🚫 Limited free content, need to pay for full access
- 🤖 Voice/audio quality could be improved
- 🤔 Certain features not always reliable during panic attacks

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes on launch
- Certain features not functioning as expected
- Syncing/login issues with paid subscriptions

**Requested features**

- More free content and exercises
- Ability to customize/personalize the app
- Integration with wearables or smart home devices
- Expanded journaling and mood tracking capabilities
- Games or interactive elements to distract during anxiety


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PTSD Coach free?

PTSD Coach is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Rootd free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PTSD Coach or Rootd?

Rootd is rated higher. PTSD Coach averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.3K ratings, while Rootd averages 4.8 from 10K ratings.

### Do PTSD Coach or Rootd have ads?

Rootd shows ads; PTSD Coach does not.

### Which is updated more often, PTSD Coach or Rootd?

PTSD Coach ships an update every 11 months, and Rootd every 5 days. Most recently, PTSD Coach was updated on September 23, 2026 and Rootd on September 26, 2026.

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