# Talkspace vs EMDR Tappers

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Talkspace at none against EMDR Tappers's 3. Talkspace also leads on ratings volume (47K vs 1.7K) and chart position (#190 vs unranked). EMDR Tappers's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks) and review sentiment (51% vs 27%). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EMDR Tappers sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Talkspace asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Talkspace against 4.8 for EMDR Tappers. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Talkspace has 47K ratings behind it against 1.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 27% of Talkspace's written reviews are positive against 51% of EMDR Tappers's.

Talkspace ships an update every 6 weeks, EMDR Tappers weekly. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Talkspace | EMDR Tappers |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (47K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talkspace-virtual-therapy-app/id661829386/reviews)** | [4.8 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/emdr-tappers/id1511845003/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **47K** | 1.7K |
| Positive reviews | 26.5% of reviews | **50.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Best chart rank | **#190** | — |
| Size | 19 MB | 229 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Groop Internet Platform inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/661829389) | [Bilateral Mind](https://appshunter.io/developer/1858727661) |

## What reviewers say

### Talkspace

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talkspace-virtual-therapy-app/id661829386)

**Currently charting:** #190 Top Free · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

Access licensed therapists for online mental health support through text, audio, and video messaging. Receive personalized support and custom podcasts to aid your mental wellness journey. Insurance and employer coverage options are available.

**Highlights:** Licensed therapist matching, Unlimited messaging (text, audio, video), Daily responses from therapists, Personalized Talkcast podcasts, Insurance and employer coverage, HIPAA compliant security

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient online therapy
- 👍 Helpful therapists
- 💡 Innovative concept
- 🔒 Secure platform

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unresponsive customer service
- 💰 Expensive pricing
- 🕰️ Slow therapist response times
- 🔀 Difficulty switching therapists
- 🚫 Lack of in-network insurance coverage

**Reported bugs**

- Technical issues with app and website
- Glitches in booking and rescheduling appointments
- Inconsistent therapist availability and communication

**Requested features**

- Ability to schedule live sessions
- Option to extend session credits beyond monthly cycle
- Improved user interface and navigation
- More transparency around billing and cancellation policies


### EMDR Tappers

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/emdr-tappers/id1511845003)

This app provides bilateral stimulation therapy to help manage stress and anxiety. It replicates EMDR therapy using on-screen animations, vibrations, and sounds, accessible with just a phone or smartwatch. Users can customize stimuli and access positive affirmations for mental well-being.

**Highlights:** Bilateral stimulation replication, Customizable animations, vibrations, and sounds, Positive affirmations integration, Use with iPhone and Apple Watch, Single or dual phone operation, Preset and custom settings (premium)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Guided Bilateral Stimulation | $6.99 | per month |
| Guided Bilateral Stimulation | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Bilateral Stimulation | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Talkspace free?

Talkspace is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is EMDR Tappers free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Talkspace or EMDR Tappers?

Talkspace is rated higher. Talkspace averages 4.8 out of 5 from 47K ratings, while EMDR Tappers averages 4.8 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do Talkspace or EMDR Tappers have ads?

Neither Talkspace nor EMDR Tappers shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Talkspace or EMDR Tappers?

Talkspace ships an update every 6 weeks, and EMDR Tappers weekly. Most recently, Talkspace was updated on November 5, 2026 and EMDR Tappers on November 5, 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.*