# Self App vs Shadow Work & CBT

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Self App at 100% against Shadow Work & CBT's 22%. Self App also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.2) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). Shadow Work & CBT's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (11 vs 2). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Self App sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Shadow Work & CBT sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Self App holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shadow Work & CBT has 11 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Self App's written reviews are positive against 22% of Shadow Work & CBT's.

Self App ships an update every 9 days, Shadow Work & CBT every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Self App | Shadow Work & CBT |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-app-inner-discovery-tool/id6670763557/reviews)** | [3.2 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-work-and-cbt-hollowlight/id6748355158/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **11** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 22.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 444 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **14.0.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Interplay Digital UAB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1767437617) | [Ember Next LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1799292599) |

## What reviewers say

### Self App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-app-inner-discovery-tool/id6670763557)

This app offers daily prompts and guidance for self-reflection, inner discovery, and personal growth. It helps users explore their inner truth, reconnect with values, and find clarity. Designed for those seeking intention and a deeper connection with themselves.

**Highlights:** Daily self-reflection prompts, Inner discovery guidance, Personal growth exercises, Resolving inner conflicts, Finding answers through associations, Focused, distraction-free experience

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic | $6.99 | per month |
| Base | $24.99 | per month |
| Progressive | $59.99 | per year |
| Progressive | $209.99 | per year |


### Shadow Work & CBT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-work-and-cbt-hollowlight/id6748355158)

Explore your inner world with daily journaling prompts and AI-powered insights. Uncover hidden patterns, triggers, and emotional healing through guided self-discovery. Features curated categories for deeper exploration.

**Highlights:** Daily shadow work prompts, AI-generated personalized insights, Tailored reflection questions, Curated prompt categories, Private journaling space

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Self App free?

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

### Is Shadow Work & CBT free?

Shadow Work & CBT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Self App or Shadow Work & CBT?

Self App is rated higher. Self App averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Shadow Work & CBT averages 3.2 from 11 ratings.

### Do Self App or Shadow Work & CBT have ads?

Self App shows ads; Shadow Work & CBT does not.

### Which is updated more often, Self App or Shadow Work & CBT?

Self App ships an update every 9 days, and Shadow Work & CBT every 2 months. Most recently, Self App was updated on October 24, 2026 and Shadow Work & CBT 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.*