# OpenRecovery vs Twelve Sober

The clearest difference is update cadence: OpenRecovery at every 2 weeks against Twelve Sober's every 6 months. OpenRecovery also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (292 vs 2). Twelve Sober's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OpenRecovery sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month and Twelve Sober sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for OpenRecovery against 5.0 for Twelve Sober. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OpenRecovery has 292 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

OpenRecovery ships an update every 2 weeks, Twelve Sober every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OpenRecovery | Twelve Sober |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (292 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openrecovery/id6446251140/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/twelve-sober/id6612010974/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **292** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 88.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 102 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Huxley Technologies, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1676934340) | [Ares Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761283176) |

## What reviewers say

### OpenRecovery

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openrecovery/id6446251140)

This AI-powered companion offers personalized guidance and support for various recovery paths, including 12 Steps, SMART Recovery, and CBT. Engage in voice conversations, utilize comprehensive recovery exercises, and track your progress with detailed metrics. It also provides resources for allies and professionals.

**Highlights:** AI Recovery Assistant (Kai), Voice chat with AI, 12 Steps, SMART Recovery, CBT exercises, Self-discovery journals, Resources for allies and professionals, Recovery resources library, Daily habit recommendations, Progress tracking and calendar view

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Access | $9.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤖 AI-powered Kai assistant provides personalized insights and support
- 💪 Highly effective for recovery accountability and habit building
- 🆓 Completely free with no in-app purchases or ads
- 🎯 Comprehensive 12-step program support with detailed step work
- 🌍 Inclusive of multiple recovery approaches (12-step, SMART Recovery, CBT, MAT)

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⚠️ AI occasionally becomes mean or cruel in responses
- 🚫 Heavily focused on 12-step approach, less inclusive of non-religious paths
- 🐛 App freezes preventing forward progress in conversations
- ❌ Limited support for atheists and non-theists
- 🎭 Potential liability concerns with vulnerable user population

**Reported bugs**

- Service tab inaccessible due to persistent feedback popup
- App freezes preventing users from moving forward in conversations
- Feedback survey popup cannot be dismissed

**Requested features**

- Dark mode or night mode option
- Restore previous app icon with stairway design
- Tip jar or donation feature to support developers
- Expanded non-secular and scientifically-based program integration


### Twelve Sober

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/twelve-sober/id6612010974)

This app helps users find 12-step meetings for various recovery programs like AA, NA, and CMA. It offers features to track sobriety, access literature, and join virtual meetings. User data remains anonymous and stored only on the device.

**Highlights:** Find 12-step meetings (AA, NA, CMA, Al-Anon), Filter meetings by location, time, and type, In-person and virtual meeting options, Track sobriety date, time, and attendance, Access 12-step literature, Completely anonymous user data

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full access | $4.99 | per month |
| Full access | $44.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OpenRecovery free?

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

### Is Twelve Sober free?

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

### Which has better reviews, OpenRecovery or Twelve Sober?

Twelve Sober is rated higher. OpenRecovery averages 4.9 out of 5 from 292 ratings, while Twelve Sober averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do OpenRecovery or Twelve Sober have ads?

Neither OpenRecovery nor Twelve Sober shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, OpenRecovery or Twelve Sober?

OpenRecovery ships an update every 2 weeks, and Twelve Sober every 6 months. Most recently, OpenRecovery was updated on October 30, 2026 and Twelve Sober on October 16, 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.*