# Higher Self vs MINDMOD

The clearest difference is monetization model: Higher Self at free with in-app purchases against MINDMOD's subscription. Higher Self also leads on review sentiment (91% vs 76%). MINDMOD's advantage is ratings volume (168 vs 41) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.1). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Higher Self sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $22.99 per month and MINDMOD sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 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 — 4.8 for Higher Self against 4.8 for MINDMOD. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 41 and 168 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 91% of Higher Self's written reviews are positive against 76% of MINDMOD's.

Higher Self ships an update every 6 weeks, MINDMOD every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Higher Self | MINDMOD |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/higher-self/id6468678352/reviews)** | [4.8 (168 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mindmod-hypnosis-and-meditation/id6504752275/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 41 | **168** |
| Positive reviews | **90.7% of reviews** | 76.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 93 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Marley Harris](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710414207) | [MINDMOD LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1794108154) |

## What reviewers say

### Higher Self

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/higher-self/id6468678352)

This app uses science-backed techniques like hypnosis, meditation, and affirmations to help you reprogram your subconscious mind. Clear limiting beliefs, overcome fears, and build a positive mindset for personal growth and transformation.

**Highlights:** Subconscious reprogramming, Hypnosis for abundance, Guided meditations, Daily affirmations, Overcome limiting beliefs, Personal growth hub

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $22.99 | per month |
| Monthly 14 days | $22.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $22.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $189.99 | per year |
| Annual 14 days trial | $189.99 | per year |
| Annual | $189.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Transformative mindset and belief reprogramming
- 🎵 Soothing voice and calming audio quality
- ⏱️ Short, bite-sized tracks (15-20 minutes)
- 📱 Intuitive and aesthetically pleasing app design
- 💰 Affordable compared to 1:1 coaching sessions

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 High subscription price ($22-40/month) for some users
- 🔊 Audio volume too low, requires headphones
- ⏰ Tracks too short for deep meditation
- 🎙️ Creator speaks too fast, difficult to understand
- 🔁 Repetitive content across multiple tracks

**Reported bugs**

- Audio volume inconsistency across tracks
- Background noise in some recordings
- Abrupt audio cuts at track endings
- Fast speech pacing making content unclear
- Limited app functionality or content availability

**Requested features**

- Lower introductory pricing tier for beginners
- Extended free trial period (14-30 days)
- Improved audio volume normalization
- Longer meditation tracks with more depth
- Written instructions and guidance for tracks


### MINDMOD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mindmod-hypnosis-and-meditation/id6504752275)

This app offers guided meditation and hypnosis sessions to help users manage stress, improve sleep, and achieve personal and professional goals. It utilizes neuroplasticity techniques to rewire the subconscious mind for positive change and personal development.

**Highlights:** Guided meditation and hypnosis sessions, Stress and anxiety management, Sleep and relaxation audios, Goal setting and motivation tools, Confidence and personal development, Focus and mental clarity enhancement, Business and financial success mindset

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| $9.99 | $9.99 | per month |
| $49.99 | $49.99 | per year |
| $199.99 | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Life-changing hypnosis sessions
- 😴 Effective for sleep
- 🚀 Productivity boost
- 💡 Millionaire mindset hypnosis
- 😌 Soothing voice

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App stuck on page
- ❌ Locked out after purchase
- 📧 Unable to contact support
- 💸 Misled into purchase
- 🔊 Rough voice recordings

**Reported bugs**

- App stuck on page
- Locked out after purchase
- Unable to contact support (email verification not sending)
- App logs out and forces re-purchase
- Rough voice recordings with background noise and plosives

**Requested features**

- Ability to stop audios playing consecutively
- More audios on the app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Higher Self free?

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

### Is MINDMOD free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Higher Self or MINDMOD?

Higher Self is rated higher. Higher Self averages 4.8 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while MINDMOD averages 4.8 from 168 ratings.

### Do Higher Self or MINDMOD have ads?

Neither Higher Self nor MINDMOD shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Higher Self or MINDMOD?

Higher Self ships an update every 6 weeks, and MINDMOD every 3 weeks. Most recently, Higher Self was updated on October 23, 2026 and MINDMOD on October 24, 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.*