Encyrcle vs Ascendant NY
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Encyrcle
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At the heart of everything we do is an unwavering belief in the power of connection. We are driven by a bold vision to build a more connected tomorrow, where technology and innovation empower individuals and organizations alike. Through data-driven insights and the art of fostering connection-based outcomes, we are bridging gaps and creating lasting impacts that will shape the future of the behavioral health industry. Our mission is to encircle your alumni, your team, and our industry by forging stronger connections, advancing communication technologies, and extending your captivity to reach your alumni — for life. Together, we are redefining what’s possible through the timeless power of connection.
Ascendant NY
Connect with fellow alumni from Ascendant New York in a private, secure community. Track your mood, celebrate recovery milestones, and easily reach your support team. This app fosters peer support and connection after treatment.
- Private alumni feed
- Daily mood check-ins
- Milestone tracking
- Direct contact with support team
- Invite-based membership
- Account deletion
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The Ascendant New York Alumni Community app keeps you connected to the people and support that matter after treatment. Stay connected Share updates, milestones, and encouragement in a private feed made only for Ascendant New York alumni. It is never public and never indexed. Check in with yourself Log a quick daily mood check-in to track how you're doing over time. A gentle once-a-day reminder helps you build the habit. Reach your support team Your key contacts at Ascendant New York are one tap away. Call or message the facility whenever you need support. Celebrate recovery Track your recovery time from day one and mark the milestones that matter. Private by design Membership is invite-based and approved by the Ascendant New York team. Your community is limited to verified alumni and staff. You can delete your account and its content from within the app at any time. The app is for alumni of Ascendant New York programs. It is a peer-support community, not a medical or emergency service. If you are experiencing a crisis, call 911 or call/text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Ascendant NY at every 6 days against Encyrcle's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Encyrcle ships an update every 3 weeks, Ascendant NY every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Encyrcle | Ascendant NY |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 66 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Bright Oak Studio, LLC | Ocean Recovery East, LLC |
In-app purchases
Encyrcle
No in-app purchases
Ascendant NY
No in-app purchases









