Calm vs MindfulFlow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Calm
This app offers guided meditations, sleep stories, music, and breathing exercises to help users reduce stress, anxiety, and improve sleep. It caters to all experience levels, integrating mindfulness into daily routines for enhanced mental well-being.
- Guided meditations
- Sleep Stories
- Breathwork exercises
- Relaxing music
- Stretching exercises
- Mindfulness programs
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Calm is the #1 app for sleep, meditation, and relaxation. Find anxiety relief, stress relief, and better sleep through breathing exercises, sleep sounds, deep sleep music, and mindfulness programs for insomnia, beginner meditation, and beyond. Downloaded by 180 million people worldwide. Fall asleep faster with Sleep Stories, bedtime stories for adults narrated by Matthew McConaughey, Stephen Fry, P\!nk, Bob Ross, and more. Only on Calm. Manage stress, relieve anxiety, improve your sleep cycle, and refocus your attention. Apple App of the Year. Apple Editors' Choice. Happiest App in the World (Center for Humane Technology). 3M+ five-star reviews. Recommended by top psychologists, therapists, and mental health experts. SLEEP STORIES — ONLY ON CALM * Drift off to Matthew McConaughey's Wonder — a dreamy journey through the mysteries of the universe * Travel through the village of Provence with master storyteller Stephen Fry in Blue Gold * Fall asleep to the soothing brush strokes of beloved painter Bob Ross in Happy Little Zzzs * Tackle insomnia with 100+ exclusive Sleep Stories, new content added every month MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS * Beginner meditation to advanced practice — guided sessions for every experience level * Daily Calm with Tamara Levitt, Daily Jay with Jay Shetty, Daily Trip with Jeff Warren * Mindfulness topics: deep sleep, anxiety relief, stress relief, focus, breaking habits, self-care, personal growth, and more * 7- and 21-day mindfulness programs to build a lasting practice ANXIETY RELIEF & RELAXATION * Breathing exercises and breathwork to ease anxiety, stress, and insomnia * Bilateral stimulation music and neuroacoustic sounds for nervous system regulation and somatic relaxation * Guided breathwork for stress relief, anxiety relief, and deep calm * Stress management and self-healing through Dailies: programs for social anxiety, personal growth, and mood balance * Mindful movement and stretching with Daily Move SLEEP SOUNDS, MUSIC & SOUNDSCAPES * Calming music, nature sounds, and sleep sounds: ocean waves, heavy rain, campfire, and more * Exclusive focus and sleep music from top artists * Full soundscapes and sleep sounds to help you relax, meditate, and sleep soundly ALSO FEATURING * Daily Streaks & Mindful Minutes — emotion and mental health tracker * Calm saves your meditation and sleep sessions to your Apple Health app. Mental health is health. Calm is for anyone looking to improve their sleep, manage stress, and address everyday anxiety. Meditation novice or seasoned expert. Take a deep breath and find your Calm. Calm is free to download and use. There are never any ads and some of the programs and features are free forever. Some content is only available through an optional paid subscription. Be sure to check out our Apple Watch app to quick-start breathing exercises and track your meditations. Calm offers an auto-renewing subscription to provide you with unlimited access to the Calm Collection while you maintain an active subscription. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Read more about our terms and conditions here: Terms of service: https://www.calm.com/terms Privacy policy: https://www.calm.com/privacy
MindfulFlow
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UNLOCK THE POWER OF RESTORATIVE SLEEP * Tired of tossing and turning? Embrace a life of vitality with our ultimate guide to rejuvenating sleep. * Discover the secret to more sleep and less stress, paving the way for a brighter tomorrow. ELEVATE YOUR MINDFULNESS, EMBRACE MEDITATION * Unleash the potential within you through the art of meditation. * Let go of worries, clear your mind, and step into a world of calm and focus. * Start your journey to self-discovery today. EMBARK ON DREAMY ADVENTURES WITH SLEEP STORIES * As the stars twinkle above, let your imagination wander through enchanting Sleep Stories. * Drift effortlessly into dreamland, where captivating tales guide you to a night of deep and peaceful sleep. HARMONIZE YOUR THOUGHTS WITH SERENE MELODIES * Amplify your productivity and tranquility with the soothing strains of our handpicked music. * Let go of distractions, find your rhythm, and achieve new levels of relaxation, focus, and restful sleep. CAPTURE ATTENTION WITH IRRESISTIBLE CONTENT * Looking to captivate your audience? Your search ends here. * Craft compelling copy that resonates, engages, and leaves an indelible mark. * Ignite curiosity, provoke emotions, and make your message unforgettable. * Tiny Stars Falling asleep * A Magical Bedtime with Lullabies * Dream Filled Sleep with Fairy Tales * Time for Harmony with Peaceful Melodies * Discover a world of lullabies, fairy tales and calming music for little stars. Make their bedtime more special and peaceful. YOGA EXPERIENCE FOR BEGINNERS * Enjoy relaxing your body with yoga. Increase your physical flexibility and find inner serenity with yoga sessions specially designed for beginners. AND MUCH MORE... * Just a part of the benefits we offer. * Enjoy the infinite potential you will experience with Mindfulflow. * Take a step today to discover yourself, sleep peacefully and add balance to your life. Terms of Use (EULA) Link : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy Link : https://altugnuriaslantas.com/appprivacy/MindfulFlowPrivacyPolicy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Calm at every 5 days against MindfulFlow's every 6 months. Calm also leads on chart position (#5 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 2). MindfulFlow's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Calm sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and MindfulFlow sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Calm ships an update every 5 days, MindfulFlow every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Calm | MindfulFlow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (2M ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 64.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2M — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #5 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 173 MB | 427 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Calm.com | Fatma Zehra ASLANTAS |
Bugs and requests
Calm
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes or freezes
- Playback issues with audio and video
- Difficulty cancelling subscription
Requested features
6 requests- Add repeat button for sleep stories
- Separate kids and adult content
- Allow creating custom playlists
- Improve search and navigation
- Add more diverse narrator voices
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- Provide text-based instructions for techniques
MindfulFlow
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Calm
- Calm Subscription$14.991 Month
- Calm Premium$14.991 Month
- Calm Premium$16.991 Month
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- Calm Premium$29.991 Month
- Calm Premium$69.991 Year
- Calm Premium7 Days trial2 variants$69.991 Year
- Calm Premium7 Days trial2 variants$79.991 Year
- Calm Premium$79.991 Year
MindfulFlow
- MindfulFlow Premium3 Days trial$14.991 Year
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