Comparison

Self vs Tiny Temple

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

Head to head
About

Self

Features
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Self-Care Space is NOT about forcing positivity or fixing yourself. It’s about building trust with yourself, practicing self care at your own pace, and gently strengthening a sense of self worth through small, supportive moments. What is Lolo? Lolo is a visual guide for your inner, supportive voice — the part of you that stays kind, steady, and present through everyday ups and downs. In the app, Lolo appears through thoughtfully written affirmations that offer gentle guidance without judgment or pressure. You’ll receive affirmations as notifications throughout the day, so whenever you reach for your phone, you’re met with a moment of support rather than noise. Over time, these affirmations help you build a closer relationship with your inner voice — one that listens, encourages, and responds with care when you need it most. Affirmations for different moments of the day Affirmations in Self-Care Space are organized by tone and intention, supporting different states of mind. Morning — begin the day with presence and gentle clarity Day — supportive reminders to stay focused while being kind to yourself Evening — slow down and reflect without pressure Before Bedtime — calm your mind and let go before sleep Every affirmation is carefully selected to be supportive yet realistic, so it feels natural, grounded, and relevant to real life. A quiet daily practice Self-Care Space is designed to grow with you. What starts as affirmations becomes a steady, comforting practice of self care and healthy self talk — one that respects your pace and your emotions. Get yourself a Lolo. Stay connected to yourself. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://magnetic-tailor-ed0.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-5589464878124275b837ba879bac2d1e

About

Tiny Temple

This app offers 11 quick, guided rituals designed for stress relief and inner peace. It helps users find calm in under five minutes through practices like lighting a virtual candle or pulling a tarot card. Personalized recommendations and a visual progress tracker support a consistent self-care journey.

Highlights
  • 11 guided micro-healing rituals
  • Virtual candle lighting
  • Tarot card pulls
  • Personalized ritual recommendations
  • Visual progress tracker
  • Calendar journal for tracking calm moments
  • Local-first privacy
Features
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Tiny Temple transforms overwhelming moments into opportunities for micro-healing. With 11 beautifully crafted rituals: from lighting a virtual candle to pulling a tarot card, you can ground yourself, release stress, and reconnect with inner peace in under five minutes. Small Actions. Big Emotional Payoff. You don't need hours of meditation to feel better. Tiny Temple's philosophy is simple: brief, intentional moments of calm can create profound shifts in how you feel. Each ritual is designed to be quick, accessible, and deeply soothing: perfect for busy lives that still crave moments of stillness. DISCOVER YOUR PERFECT RITUAL: • Candle - Light Your Calm Breathe with a flickering flame and let tension melt away. • Crystal - Center Your Energy Select an intention word and watch a pulsing crystal guide your focus. • Flower - Open & Receive Cultivate your garden. • Tarot Card - Mini Oracle Pull Flip a card for daily guidance and quiet reflection. • Moon - Reflect & Release Release tension under the Moon. • Incense - Cleanse & Breathe Follow rising smoke with gentle taps and deep breaths. • Journal - One-Line Reflection Capture your thoughts in a single meaningful sentence. • Bowl - Receive Calm Tap to create ripple effects and soothing bell sounds. • Altar - Ground Yourself Experience grounding meditation with subtle haptic feedback. • Aura - Radiate Watch expanding light match your chosen color and intention. • Temple - Return to Center Open sacred doors through mindful breathing. PERSONALIZED FOR YOU: • Spinning Wheel Selection Let the universe choose your ritual or tap to select one directly. • Onboarding Diagnostic Complete a thoughtful questionnaire to discover which rituals resonate most with your current emotional needs. • Visual Progress Tracker Your personal altar grows with each completed ritual, celebrating your micro-healing journey. • Calendar Journal Look back on your rituals with a beautiful lunar-style calendar showing every moment of calm you've created. WHY TINY TEMPLE: • No Overwhelm, Just Relief Each ritual takes only seconds or minutes but delivers meaningful emotional shifts. • Beautiful & Calming Design Soft colors, gentle animations, and warm aesthetics create an instantly soothing experience. • Local-First Privacy All your data stays on your device. No cloud sync, no tracking: just you and your healing journey. • Mystical Yet Accessible Inspired by ancient practices but designed for modern life. No experience needed. • Audio & Haptic Experience Immersive soundscapes and gentle vibrations deepen your connection to each ritual. PERFECT FOR: • Moments when anxiety feels overwhelming • Morning routines that need grounding • Evening wind-down before sleep • Quick breaks during stressful workdays • Anyone seeking gentle spiritual practice • Building a consistent self-care habit Your Journey Begins With One Tiny Moment. Download Tiny Temple today and discover how micro-healing can transform your relationship with stress, anxiety, and daily overwhelm. Terms & Conditions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://pmstani.github.io/#privacy You can subscribe and pay on the App Store, using your Apple ID. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renew may be turned off after purchase by going to the 'Go Premium' page in settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. The subscription will renew at the same cost.

Screenshots

Self4 screens
Tiny Temple4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Self at Free against Tiny Temple's $1.99. Self also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.5). 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

Self is free to download; Tiny Temple costs $1.99 up front. Tiny Temple sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Self asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Self versus Tiny Temple: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSelfTiny Temple
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarharyta PaliakovaPierre Stanislas

In-app purchases

None

Self

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Tiny Temple

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Annual Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Self free?
Self is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tiny Temple free?
Tiny Temple costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Self or Tiny Temple have ads?
Neither Self nor Tiny Temple shows ads.

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