Comparison

Boabom vs Do Merit

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

Head to head
About

Boabom

This app combines ancient Tibetan self-defense techniques with meditation and mindful movement. It offers progressive video lessons to build strength, balance, and inner peace through gentle and energetic practices.

Highlights
  • Progressive video lessons
  • Seamm-Jasani (Gentle Way)
  • Boabom (Self-defense & Energy)
  • Jassu workout sequences
  • Guided meditation techniques
  • Build strength and balance
Features
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Boabom: Meditation, relaxation and self-defense from ancient Tibet. Combining breathing with both gentle and energetic movements, Boabom builds health and mindfulness, strength and balance, inner power and positive energy. In a unique place between active Yoga, martial arts, and Tai Chi, Boabom builds progressively from simple movements through complex coordinations, building a whole practice one step at a time. Study from teachers with decades of experience as you learn through Boabom's unique progressive teaching. Each class you'll learn something new and review earlier movements, so you can build a deep Boabom practice! •Practice Seamm-Jasani, the Gentle Way, with slow movements, stretches, and coordinations to build quietude and centeredness. •Study Boabom, the path of Self-defense and Energy, with powerful movements that build health, confidence, and inner power. •Practice Jassu, sequences of exercises designed as a warm up and every day workout, whether slow and flowing or fast and energetic. •Experience Boabom Meditation techniques though guided meditations that will help you find tranquility, mindfulness, and inner calm. Learn this ancient Art in its deep, expansive way, through progressive video lessons, not summarized or abridged for mass consumption. All our best energies and enjoy the way! To access all features and content you can subscribe to Boabom: Mindful Movement on a monthly or yearly basis with an auto-renewing subscription right inside the app.* Pricing can vary by region and will be confirmed before purchase in the app. In app subscriptions will automatically renew at the end of their cycle. * All payments will be paid through your iTunes Account and may be managed under Account Settings after the initial payment. Subscription payments will automatically renew unless deactivated at least 24-hours before the end of the current cycle. Your account will be charged for renewal at least 24-hours prior to the end of the current cycle. Any unused portion of your free trial will be forfeited upon payment. Cancellations are incurred by disabling auto-renewal. Terms of Service: https://journey.boabom.com/tos Privacy Policy: https://journey.boabom.com/privacy

About

Do Merit

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Transform everyday moments into opportunities for mindfulness. Do Merit adapts to your unique lifestyle, making meditation and self-reflection accessible however stillness manifests in your world. State readings with Merit Ring Connect a compatible Merit Ring via Bluetooth to explore your state through Merit Practice, Merit Experience and emotion-history charts. Merit Practice guides you through a reading, a five-minute sitting and a follow-up reading. Merit Experience brings together a sequence of readings. Ring-based readings require a compatible Merit Ring. The app sends pulse-to-pulse interval (PPI) readings, timestamps and the ring identifier to our backend to produce state results. See our Privacy Policy for details about how data is handled. A personalised mindfulness journey Experience practices tailored to your daily routine and preferences. No two paths are the same - let Do Merit guide yours. Strong foundations Built on the principle of Merit Making, track your positive actions and cultivate meaningful habits that contribute to your spiritual growth. A community-curated library Access diverse guided meditations and sounds from quick breathing exercises to deeper contemplative sessions. Find what works for you. Journal your progress Process your emotions and experiences through thoughtful prompts and daily check-ins. Track your inner journey over time. A shared experience Connect with others on similar paths through curated content and shared experiences. You're not alone on this journey. Why us? Unlike one-size-fits-all meditation apps, Do Merit recognises that mindfulness looks different for everyone. Whether you find peace in movement, creativity, or traditional sitting meditation, our app adapts to support your unique practice. - Reduce screen time anxiety by transforming device usage into mindful moments - Build sustainable wellness habits that fit your actual life - Track emotional patterns and personal growth over time - Feel supported by a community of like-minded practitioners Start your journey today. Download Do Merit and discover how mindfulness can seamlessly integrate into your daily life. Your path to inner peace, personalised for you.

Screenshots

Boabom4 screens
Do Merit4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Do Merit at none against Boabom's 2. Do Merit also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Boabom sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Do Merit asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Boabom ships an update every 3 months, Do Merit monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Boabom versus Do Merit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoabomDo Merit
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (11 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.616.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size69 MB95 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperBoabom International, IncMerit Capital DAO Limited

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Boabom

Subscriptions2
  • Boabom Monthly7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Boabom Yearly7 Days trial$89.991 Year
None

Do Merit

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Boabom free?
Boabom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Do Merit free?
Do Merit is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Boabom or Do Merit have ads?
Neither Boabom nor Do Merit shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Boabom or Do Merit?
Boabom ships an update every 3 months, and Do Merit monthly. Most recently, Boabom was updated on November 3, 2026 and Do Merit on October 30, 2026.

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