# IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings vs Mindiful

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings at none against Mindiful's 1. IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). Mindiful's advantage is ratings volume (31 vs 2) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mindiful sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings against 5.0 for Mindiful. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mindiful has 31 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings ships an update every 4 months, Mindiful every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings | Mindiful |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/introducktion-to-big-feelings/id553721733/reviews)** | [5.0 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mindiful/id1383607910/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **31** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 321 MB | 322 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Educkate Press, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/553721736) | [Whengen, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1383607909) |

## What reviewers say

### IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/introducktion-to-big-feelings/id553721733)

This app helps young children and their caregivers explore and understand big feelings through interactive stories and videos. It offers guidance for adults on responding to challenging behaviors, promoting emotional health and vocabulary.

**Highlights:** Interactive stories and videos, Explores big feelings, Guidance for caregivers, Bilingual (English/Spanish), Adult guide included, Addresses challenging behaviors

**In-app purchases:** none


### Mindiful

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mindiful/id1383607910)

This app offers interactive exercises and tools to help children develop emotional intelligence and practice mindfulness. It includes guided breathing, mood tracking, and a digital journal designed for early learners.

**Highlights:** Guided breathing exercises, Emotional intelligence activities, Stretching and spatial awareness, Relaxation and meditation techniques, Digital journaling canvas, Parental analytics and insights

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Portal | $4.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings free?

IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Mindiful free?

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

### Which has better reviews, IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings or Mindiful?

IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings is rated higher. IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Mindiful averages 5.0 from 31 ratings.

### Do IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings or Mindiful have ads?

Neither IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings nor Mindiful shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings or Mindiful?

IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings ships an update every 4 months, and Mindiful every 2 months. Most recently, IntroDUCKtion to Big Feelings was updated on November 1, 2026 and Mindiful on November 2, 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.*