# PTSD Coach vs self EMDR

The clearest difference is price: PTSD Coach at Free against self EMDR's $2.99. PTSD Coach also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (4.3K vs 1). self EMDR's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 11 months) and chart position (#200 vs unranked). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

PTSD Coach is free to download; self EMDR costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

PTSD Coach holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PTSD Coach has 4.3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of PTSD Coach's written reviews are positive against 75% of self EMDR's.

PTSD Coach ships an update every 11 months, self EMDR every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PTSD Coach | self EMDR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.7 (4.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ptsd-coach/id430646302/reviews)** | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-emdr/id6471443057/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4.3K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **81.1% of reviews** | 75.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#200** |
| Size | 83 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)](https://appshunter.io/developer/430646305) | [Christian Ahrweiler](https://appshunter.io/developer/1069911469) |

## 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


### self EMDR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-emdr/id6471443057)

**Currently charting:** #200 Top Paid · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This application provides auditory and visual stimulation to aid in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. It is designed to create effects that support the therapeutic process. Users should consult a healthcare professional before use.

**Highlights:** Auditory stimulation effects, Visual stimulation effects, Supports EMDR therapy process, Consultation advisories, Health warning resources

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PTSD Coach free?

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

### Is self EMDR free?

self EMDR costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PTSD Coach or self EMDR?

PTSD Coach is rated higher. PTSD Coach averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.3K ratings, while self EMDR averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do PTSD Coach or self EMDR have ads?

Neither PTSD Coach nor self EMDR shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PTSD Coach or self EMDR?

PTSD Coach ships an update every 11 months, and self EMDR every 3 weeks. Most recently, PTSD Coach was updated on October 18, 2026 and self EMDR on October 4, 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.*