# Guided Mind vs Unplug

The clearest difference is update cadence: Unplug at every 9 days against Guided Mind's every 6 weeks. Unplug also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.6) and ratings volume (6.3K vs 366). Guided Mind's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Guided Mind sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Unplug sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Unplug holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Unplug has 6.3K ratings behind it against 366, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of Guided Mind's written reviews are positive against 93% of Unplug's.

Guided Mind ships an update every 6 weeks, Unplug every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Guided Mind | Unplug |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (366 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guided-mind/id672076838/reviews) | **[4.9 (6.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unplug-meditation/id1188080269/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 366 | **6.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 84.7% of reviews | **92.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 18 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [AppSimple LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/672076841) | [Unplug Meditation LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1188080268) |

## What reviewers say

### Guided Mind

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guided-mind/id672076838)

Access a vast library of voice-guided meditations designed to help you relax and manage daily stresses. Explore numerous topics, from anxiety and sleep to motivation and body image, with options for various durations and guided by experienced creators. Enjoy offline access and a user-friendly interface for a seamless meditation experience.

**Highlights:** Step-by-step voice-guided meditations, Meditations of varying lengths (5, 15, 30+ min), Over 400 meditations across diverse topics, Download meditations for offline listening, Free meditations and nature soundscapes, Loop meditations for continuous play

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Terri Cole - Self Love Meditation | $0.99 | one-time |
| Terri Cole - Calm in the Storm | $0.99 | one-time |
| Terri Cole - Daily Energizing Meditation | $0.99 | one-time |
| Travis Usinger - 20 Minute Body Scan Mindfulness Meditation | $0.99 | one-time |
| Glenda Cedarleaf - Your Healing Journey | $1.99 | one-time |
| Travis Usinger - 45 Minute Body Scan Mindfulness Meditation | $1.99 | one-time |
| Dr. Emmett Miller - Stress Release | $2.99 | one-time |
| Kerie Logan - Good Night Sleep Guided Imagery | $2.99 | one-time |
| Kerie Logan - Anxiety and Worry | $2.99 | one-time |
| Kerie Logan - Affirming to Release Anxiety and Stay Calm | $2.99 | one-time |
| Dr. Emmett Miller - Goodbye Insomnia | $4.99 | one-time |
| Dr. Emmett Miller - Bedtime Meditation, Self-Reinforcement and Deep Sleep | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Variety of meditations
- 💤 Helpful for sleep and relaxation
- 🎨 Beautiful and calming voices
- 🔓 Plenty of free content
- 🕰️ Wide range of meditation lengths

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Expensive paid meditations
- 🔇 Low volume/audio issues
- 🔁 Repetitive meditations
- 🤖 Robotic/unnatural voices
- 🔍 Limited free content

**Reported bugs**

- Purchased meditations not downloading/playing
- App crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- Playlist/continuous playback option
- More free meditation options
- Ability to rate/review meditations
- Better customer support/communication


### Unplug

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unplug-meditation/id1188080269)

Access a vast library of guided meditation videos designed to promote happiness, calmness, and better sleep. Explore over 1,400 sessions led by world-class teachers, covering diverse topics and techniques to support your wellness journey.

**Highlights:** 1,400+ guided meditation videos, Video format for personal connection, Sound baths, hypnosis, yoga, fitness, Meditation timer and ambient sounds, Gratitude journal, Daily and monthly meditation challenges, Progress tracking and reminders

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support, SharePlay

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unplug Meditation | $12.99 | per month |
| Unplug Meditation | $59.99 | per 6 months |
| Unplug Meditation | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Consistent daily use
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 👍 Wide variety of meditations
- 👍 High-quality teachers and content
- 👍 Helpful for sleep, anxiety, and stress

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional login and subscription issues
- 🔒 Lack of offline access for downloaded meditations
- 💡 Desire for meditation tracking and progress indicators
- 💡 Request for more personalization and customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and inability to restore subscription
- Difficulty downloading and accessing meditations offline

**Requested features**

- Ability to mark completed meditations
- Option to create custom playlists
- Offline access for downloaded content
- More personalization and customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Guided Mind free?

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

### Is Unplug free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Guided Mind or Unplug?

Unplug is rated higher. Guided Mind averages 4.6 out of 5 from 366 ratings, while Unplug averages 4.9 from 6.3K ratings.

### Do Guided Mind or Unplug have ads?

Neither Guided Mind nor Unplug shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Guided Mind or Unplug?

Guided Mind ships an update every 6 weeks, and Unplug every 9 days. Most recently, Guided Mind was updated on October 15, 2026 and Unplug on October 22, 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.*