Comparison

Shadow Work vs BIG FIVE

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

Head to head
About

Shadow Work

Explore your unconscious patterns and hidden archetypes to understand self-sabotage and repeated behaviors. Engage in daily prompts, receive direct answers to your deepest questions, and interpret dreams with psychological depth. Understand the roots of addiction and navigate personal growth cycles.

Highlights
  • Shadow assessment and archetype mapping
  • Daily reflective prompts
  • Direct shadow question answering
  • Jungian dream interpretation
  • Psychology of addiction exploration
  • Growth cycle guidance
Features
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Finally understand the hidden patterns running your life, and break them for good. Trusted by 150,000+ people on their healing journey. Mindberg isn't another personality test, mood tracker, or feel-good habit app. It's a shadow work experience grounded in real depth psychology, designed to help you understand why you do what you do and finally break the patterns that keep repeating. If you've ever asked yourself: - Why do I keep finding myself in the same situations? - Why do I react the way I do in relationships? - Why do I feel stuck, numb, or disconnected? Mindberg helps you uncover the real answers hiding in your unconscious mind. WHY THOUSANDS CHOOSE MINDBERG - Break repeating patterns - Understand your shadow - Interpret your dreams to reveal what your unconscious is trying to tell you - Track patterns through guided reflection to build real self-awareness - Integrate insights into daily life, not just intellectual understanding - Make better choices rooted in deep self-knowledge Mindberg is about transformation from the inside out. MINDBERG GOES DEEPER Have you used any of these? - Enneagram - MBTI / Myers-Briggs - Personality tests - Astrology quizzes - Journaling apps - Habit trackers Those tools describe what you do. Mindberg helps you understand why you do it. Rooted in Jungian shadow work and psychology, Mindberg goes beyond surface-level labels. Your responses and patterns reveal the parts of you that are hidden, denied, or misunderstood. BUILT FOR YOUR HEALING JOURNEY Mindberg supports you through: - Trauma and emotional wounds - CPTSD and early conditioning - Grief and loss - Breakups and relational wounds - Identity crises and loss of direction - Recovery from numbing habits and addictive patterns - Inner child healing - Spiritual exploration and meaning-making Mindberg is a safe place to face what you've been avoiding and finally move through it. Everything you write stays private. Your journal is yours alone. YOUR UNCONSCIOUS SPEAKS. START LISTENING. Dreams, emotional triggers, repeating patterns. None of these are random. They're signs from your unconscious mind. Mindberg includes: - Guided shadow work sessions - Prompts for Shadow exploration - Relationship patterns - Dream analysis and dream journal tools to uncover recurring symbols - Reflection tools that connect behavior to deeper patterns When you understand the unconscious forces shaping your life, you stop fighting yourself and start making real progress. WHY IT WORKS Most apps try to change your behavior. Mindberg works with the source of your behavior. By identifying the unconscious beliefs and patterns behind your decisions, you gain clarity and control. This is how you stop reacting and start choosing differently. People don't invest in Mindberg for quick fixes. They come for insight, transformation, and the chance to finally understand themselves. WHAT MAKES MINDBERG DIFFERENT Mindberg was created by a Jungian psychotherapist accredited by the C.G. Jung Institute Zürich. This isn't a faceless app. It's built by people who care deeply about your journey. The Mindberg team is emotionally invested and committed to supporting you as you explore your inner world. We listen, we iterate, and we evolve based on your feedback. If you have suggestions, reflections, or ideas, we'd love to hear from you. Leave a review or reach out directly. Your voice shapes the future of Mindberg. Start your journey inward. Understand your shadow. Reclaim your power.

About

BIG FIVE

Explore your personality with a science-based 120-question assessment. Understand your OCEAN traits, strengths, and blind spots. Chat with an AI coach for personalized guidance on relationships, career, and personal growth.

Highlights
  • 120-question IPIP-NEO assessment
  • Five OCEAN personality trait scores
  • 30 personality facets analysis
  • Personalized personality archetypes
  • Interactive radar chart
  • AI Personality Coach
  • Shareable personality profile
Features
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UNDERSTAND YOUR PERSONALITY WITH THE BIG FIVE TEST Discover how you think, work, communicate, and connect with others through a science-based Big Five personality test. Complete a detailed 120-question assessment based on the IPIP-NEO personality framework and receive a personalised profile covering the five OCEAN traits: • Openness • Conscientiousness • Extraversion • Agreeableness • Neuroticism Go beyond a simple personality type. Explore your scores across 30 personality facets, uncover your strengths and blind spots, and understand the patterns behind your behaviour. YOUR PERSONALITY, VISUALISED View your results through a clear radar chart and discover how your unique combination of traits influences your relationships, career, habits, communication style, and personal growth. You will receive: • Scores for all five Big Five personality traits • Detailed insights across 30 personality facets • A personalised personality archetype • Explanations of your strengths and growth areas • Insights into how you think, feel, and interact • A shareable personality profile CHAT WITH YOUR AI PERSONALITY COACH Ask questions based on your personal assessment results. Why do social situations drain me? Why do I procrastinate? Which careers may suit my personality? How can I communicate better in relationships? Your AI Personality Coach uses your unique profile to provide personalised explanations and practical guidance. MORE THAN A PERSONALITY QUIZ Big Five is built for people who want deeper, science-based self-discovery rather than vague labels. It is ideal for anyone interested in: • Personality tests and psychology • Self-discovery and personal growth • Introvert and extrovert tendencies • Career and relationship insights • Understanding habits and behaviour • Science-based alternatives to MBTI, Enneagram, and 16 personalities KEY FEATURES • 120-question IPIP-NEO personality assessment • Five OCEAN personality trait scores • Analysis across 30 personality facets • Comprehensive 30 page personality report • Personalised personality archetypes • Interactive personality radar chart • AI Personality Coach • Weekly personality insights • Shareable personality results • Personal profile and yearly highlights • Dark mode design Everyone has wondered, “Why am I like this?” Take the Big Five personality test and start understanding what makes you uniquely you. OPTIONAL PURCHASES • One-time unlock: Full personality report and seven days of AI chat • Weekly subscription: Full access • Yearly subscription: Full access at the best value Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions through your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://inlovewith.com/apps/pp.html Terms of Use: https://inlovewith.com/apps/terms.html EULA: https://inlovewith.com/apps/eula.html

Screenshots

Shadow Work4 screens
BIG FIVE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Shadow Work at 59% against BIG FIVE's 0%. Shadow Work also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (342 vs 1). On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Shadow Work sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month and BIG FIVE sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Shadow Work holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shadow Work has 342 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Shadow Work's written reviews are positive against 0% of BIG FIVE's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shadow Work ships an update every 3 months, BIG FIVE every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Shadow Work versus BIG FIVE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShadow WorkBIG FIVE
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (342 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews59.4% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings342 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size100 MB37 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperMindberg dooInlovewith AB

Customer experience

Shadow Work

All ratings342 ratings
Positive92.1%
Neutral2.6%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews64 reviews
Positive59.4%
Neutral7.8%
Negative32.8%

BIG FIVE

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Shadow Work

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App quits/backs out unexpectedly
  • App doesn't work some days
  • Dreams stuck on interpretation
  • Lost all tokens
  • Tokens taken but no response

Requested features

7 requests
  • App available in French
  • Better UI/UX design
  • More comforting app experience
  • Clearer explanation of app usage
  • Option to export dream logs
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  • Tokens replenish monthly
  • Dark mode option

BIG FIVE

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Shadow Work

Subscriptions7
  • Monthly Subscription1 Month trial$24.991 Month
  • Mindberg- Monthly Subscription$24.991 Month
  • Mindberg - 6 Months$59.996 Months
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  • Annual Subscription$99.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription Special$99.991 Year
  • Mindberg – Annual with Trial3 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription Offer$249.991 Year
One-time4
  • 1 Token$0.99
  • 5 Tokens$3.99
  • Shadow Work Integration$99.00
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  • Shadow Work Integration$199.99
5 purchases

BIG FIVE

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Premium7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium7 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Premium$7.99
  • Premium$14.99

Questions

Is Shadow Work free?
Shadow Work is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BIG FIVE free?
BIG FIVE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Shadow Work or BIG FIVE?
Shadow Work is rated higher. Shadow Work averages 4.7 out of 5 from 342 ratings, while BIG FIVE averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Shadow Work or BIG FIVE have ads?
Neither Shadow Work nor BIG FIVE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shadow Work or BIG FIVE?
Shadow Work ships an update every 3 months, and BIG FIVE every 4 months. Most recently, Shadow Work was updated on October 17, 2026 and BIG FIVE on October 11, 2026.

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