Comparison

MindShift CBT vs XtraSet

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

Head to head
About

MindShift CBT

This app offers free, science-backed tools based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help users manage anxiety, stress, and panic. It provides techniques for reframing thoughts, relaxation, and facing fears, with features like a thought journal and progress tracking.

Highlights
  • Thought journal
  • Fear ladder
  • Guided meditations
  • Community forum
  • Progress tracking
  • Science-backed CBT strategies
Features
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Take control of anxiety, stress, and panic with MindShift CBT. Get free, science-backed tools based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you reframe your thoughts, relax your mind, and face your fears. Struggling with anxiety? You're not alone. MindShift CBT is a free mental health app developed by experts to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief. Using the evidence-based strategies of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), MindShift CBT helps you learn to relax and be mindful, develop more effective ways of thinking, and take active steps to face your anxiety. WHAT YOU GET: • A Powerful Toolkit: From a thought journal and fear ladder to guided meditations and a supportive community forum. • Science-Backed Strategies: All tools are based on proven Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) methods. • Progress Tracking: Visualize your mental health journey with daily check-ins and insights. • Always Free: No subscriptions, no hidden costs. Just effective, accessible support. Whether you're dealing with general worry, social anxiety, panic attacks, or phobias, MindShift CBT is your personal guide to better mental health. Download today and start your journey to a calmer mind.

About

XtraSet

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Train your way with XtraSet. XtraSet is a workout planner and fitness log designed to help you plan your training, record what you actually complete, and see your progress over time. Choose from built-in strength workouts, customize a routine for today, or create your own workouts and exercises. During your workout, log your sets, reps and weight as you go. PLAN YOUR WORKOUT • Built-in strength workout routines • Cardio and activity options • Customize workouts for today • Create your own workouts and exercises LOG WHAT YOU ACTUALLY DO • Record weight and reps for each set • Track completed and incomplete sets • Log cardio time and distance • Review completed workouts in your history SEE YOUR PROGRESS • Track your best completed strength sets • See workout consistency and activity trends • Review workout history and session details • Track body weight and BMI OUTDOOR WORKOUTS Record supported outdoor activities with GPS route tracking. Route information stays on your device unless you choose to share it. EXERCISE VIDEOS Record exercise videos during a workout and keep them attached to your workout history. Videos are stored locally, with the option to save a copy to Photos. APPLE HEALTH Apple Health integration is optional. With your permission, XtraSet can read your latest body weight and height and save completed workouts to Apple Health. XtraSet remains fully usable without Apple Health access. XTRASET FREE Start with Push and Legs strength workouts, Walking and Treadmill activities, and complete up to 3 workouts. XTRASET FULL Unlock all workouts and activities, unlimited workout logging, custom workouts and exercises, outdoor route tracking, exercise videos, Apple Health integration, advanced progress and sharing. XtraSet Full is a one-time purchase. No subscription. No ads. When you feel like you can do one more.

Screenshots

MindShift CBT4 screens
XtraSet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MindShift CBT at none against XtraSet's 1. MindShift CBT also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price and ads 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

Both are free to download. XtraSet sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MindShift CBT asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
MindShift CBT versus XtraSet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMindShift CBTXtraSet
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (562 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews71.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings562 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size85 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer247 Labs IncNehemiah Pettway

Bugs and requests

MindShift CBT

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Login/account creation issues
  • Saving/submitting entries not working
  • Crashing/freezing
  • Incompatibility with newer OS versions
  • Sharing/exporting data not functioning

Requested features

10 requests
  • Longer journal entries
  • More customization options
  • Ability to see full history
  • Improved accessibility features
  • Community access for under 18s
Show 5 more
  • Dark mode option
  • More interactive breathing exercises
  • Ability to add own anxiety symptoms
  • Reminders to use the app
  • Sync data across devices

XtraSet

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

MindShift CBT

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

XtraSet

One-time1
  • XtraSet Full$9.99

Questions

Is MindShift CBT free?
MindShift CBT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is XtraSet free?
XtraSet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MindShift CBT or XtraSet have ads?
Neither MindShift CBT nor XtraSet shows ads.

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