Comparison

self EMDR vs Mindeva AI

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

Head to head
About

self EMDR

This application provides auditory and visual stimulation to aid in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. It is designed to create effects that support the therapeutic process. Users should consult a healthcare professional before use.

Highlights
  • Auditory stimulation effects
  • Visual stimulation effects
  • Supports EMDR therapy process
  • Consultation advisories
  • Health warning resources
Features
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EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. (Ref. *1) It is a therapeutic method that uses bilateral stimulation, often through guided eye movement, sound, or tapping. Self EMDR provides a simple, self-paced visual and audio stimulation tool. You control the movement, speed, appearance, and sound yourself. = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = MEDICAL DISCLAIMER This app is not a replacement for professional therapy. Please consult a doctor or therapist before using EMDR-style stimulation, especially if you have trauma symptoms, epilepsy, dissociation, severe anxiety, or other medical or psychological concerns. This app offers a function that creates auditory and visual effects for stimulation. Under certain circumstances, this stimulation may be contraindicated for you. (Ref. *2) Please consultat your doctor/therapist and read our health warning on https://selfemdr.app/intro.html before use. (Ref. *3) In addition, here are some sources you might want to consider: *1 https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eye_Movement_Desensitization_and_Reprocessing/ *2 https://oxfordre.com/socialwork/display/10.1093/acrefore/9780199975839.001.0001/acrefore-9780199975839-e-908 *3 https://www.castlecraig.co.uk/therapy/dangers-of-emdr/ 4. https://emdrhealing.com/safe-place-for-your-emdr-session-here-are-some-script-examples/ 5. https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/ 6. https://www.emdr.com/what-is-emdr/ 7. https://www.therapie.de/psyche/info/therapie/emdr/anwendungsgebiete/

About

Mindeva AI

Features
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Discover a deeper understanding of yourself with Mindeva, the intelligent journaling companion that illuminates your emotional journey. Mindeva goes beyond traditional diaries by using advanced AI to reflect on your memories, identifying patterns in your mood, and offering personalized weekly insights. Whether you prefer speaking your mind or writing it down, Mindeva is your safe space to unload, reflect, and grow. KEY FEATURES: - Voice & Text Journaling: Capture memories instantly. Speak your thoughts naturally with our voice logger or write them down. - AI-Powered Reflections: Receive thoughtful, non-judgmental feedback on your entries to uncover hidden emotional themes. - Mood & Emotion Tracking: Visualize your history with beautiful charts. See what brings you joy, excitement, or calm. - Weekly Insights: Get a summarized report of your week, highlighting your emotional trends and key moments. - Private & Secure: Your thoughts are yours alone. We use industry-leading security to keep your data safe. Start your journey to better mental clarity and self-awareness today with Mindeva.

Screenshots

self EMDR4 screens
Mindeva AI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Mindeva AI at Free against self EMDR's $2.99. Mindeva AI also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). self EMDR's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and chart position (#200 vs unranked). On ads and device support 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

Mindeva AI is free to download; self EMDR costs $2.99 up front. Mindeva AI sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. self EMDR asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

self EMDR ships an update every 3 weeks, Mindeva AI every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
self EMDR versus Mindeva AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterself EMDRMindeva AI
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#200 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristian AhrweilerBerkay Kirmizioglu

In-app purchases

None

self EMDR

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Mindeva AI

Subscriptions1
  • Premium$3.991 Month

Questions

Is self EMDR free?
self EMDR costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mindeva AI free?
Mindeva AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do self EMDR or Mindeva AI have ads?
Neither self EMDR nor Mindeva AI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, self EMDR or Mindeva AI?
self EMDR ships an update every 3 weeks, and Mindeva AI every 3 days. Most recently, self EMDR was updated on October 4, 2026 and Mindeva AI on October 3, 2026.

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