ObsessLess vs Compulsion
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ObsessLess
This app provides instant support and guidance for individuals experiencing OCD. It offers daily quests to build coping skills, an SOS button for overwhelming moments, and tools to work through intrusive thoughts and resist compulsions. It also features a safe community and educational resources.
- Daily quests for OCD coping skills
- AI-powered SOS button for overwhelming moments
- Tools to work through intrusive thoughts
- Exercises to resist compulsions
- Safe OCD community
- Educational resources on OCD
- Evidence-based ERP and ACT principles
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For when you can't access therapy right away or challenging moments hit at 3AM and there is no one there to support you. ObsessLess helps you with: DAILY QUESTS FOR BUILDING OCD COPING SKILLS Ollie guides you through short daily quests that help you face OCD step by step. Each quest takes about 10 minutes and focuses on one part of your OCD experience: intrusive thoughts, urges, or compulsions. You'll learn how to sit with anxiety, resist rituals, and build confidence over time. Every day brings a new quest that adapts to your progress, so you always know what to do next. SOS BUTTON FOR OVERWHELMING MOMENTS One tap connects you to Ollie, your AI OCD Support companion based on principles from Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and ACT. Get voice-guided support that helps you practice resisting compulsions and sitting with intrusive thoughts. Unlike generic meditation apps, ObsessLess is designed specifically for OCD experiences. WORK THROUGH INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS Practice evidence-based strategies to face disturbing/intrusive thoughts without feeding the OCD cycle. Ollie teaches you approaches to defuse obsessions and recognize mental compulsions in real time. BUILD CONFIDENCE IN RESISTING COMPULSIONS Checking, counting, reassurance seeking, every compulsion keeps OCD going. ObsessLess walks you through exercises informed by ERP to break these habits and build skills your brain remembers. JOIN OUR SAFE OCD COMMUNITY Discover a safe OCD community designed to support your journey, without the possibility to ask for reassurance. Take part in polls and questions, and watch inspiring success stories from people working through OCD, real examples of facing intrusive thoughts and resisting compulsions using ERP approaches. LEARN ABOUT YOUR OCD Explore lessons and resources on OCD symptoms, evidence-based approaches, and coping strategies. Understand your OCD better and learn how to face it with science-backed tools. EVIDENCE-BASED OCD SUPPORT TOOLS Built with clinical expertise, ObsessLess uses principles from ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), widely recognized as highly effective approaches for OCD. Step-by-step audio OCD meditation guides give you real exposure practice, wherever you are. PRIVACY & SECURITY GUARANTEED Fully encrypted conversations with zero data selling and no ads interrupting your journey. BUILT BY SOMEONE WHO WORKED THROUGH SEVERE OCD Designed by someone who's lived through severe OCD when no help was available. The support tool we wish existed during our most challenging moments. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER ObsessLess is an AI-powered OCD support and educational tool, NOT a replacement for professional therapy or medical advice. It is designed to complement professional treatment, not replace it. This app does not diagnose, treat, or cure any medical condition. While our tools are based on evidence-based therapeutic approaches, they should ideally be used alongside professional care when possible. We understand access to OCD specialists isn't always feasible, which is why we created this app as an additional resource in your wellness toolkit. If you are in crisis or experiencing a mental health emergency, please contact emergency services or a mental health professional immediately. For questions, contact support@obsessless.com Don't wait to start building your coping skills. Download ObsessLess now and take your first step toward working through OCD. Free to download, 7-day all-access trial included. After the trial, unlimited chat, SOS obsessions, SOS compulsion & full toolbox require a pro subscription. Panic-attack SOS, reassurance time-out and relapse check-in stay free. Read the terms and conditions here: https://www.obsessless.com/terms-of-service Read the privacy policy here: https://www.obsessless.com/privacy-policy
Compulsion
This app provides tools for managing OCD symptoms through evidence-based techniques like ERP and CBT. It helps users track compulsions, engage in guided exposures, and practice mindfulness to build resilience.
- Compulsion tracking
- AI-powered exposures
- Guided exposure therapy
- Mindfulness exercises
- Progress insights and metrics
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Compulsion is your daily companion for managing OCD symptoms using evidence-based tools like ERP (Exposure & Response Prevention) and CBT techniques. Track anxiety, resist compulsions, and build resilience with guided exposure exercises. Key Features: - Compulsion Tracking – Manage your compulsions by logging intrusive thoughts, exposure tasks, anxiety, and more. - AI-Powered Exposures - Generate exposures using AI that are tailored towards you as an individual. - Guided Exposures – Step-by-step exposure therapy feature to assist you conquer your intrusive thoughts. - Practice Mindfulness – Find your peace with calming meditation & grounding exercises. - Progress Insights – Visualize your progress by watching your anxiety reduce over time with charts and metrics. Disclaimer: This app is not a substitute for professional medical advice. License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: ObsessLess at 109 against Compulsion's 2. Compulsion's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. ObsessLess sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Compulsion sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Compulsion holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ObsessLess has 109 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
ObsessLess ships an update every 5 days, Compulsion weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ObsessLess | Compulsion |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (109 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 81.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 109 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Weekly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 99 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | ObsessLess B.V. | Chase Benedict |
Customer experience
ObsessLess
Compulsion
In-app purchases
ObsessLess
- Weekly Pro$4.997 Days
- Monthly Pro7 Days trial$15.991 Month
- Monthly Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Month
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- Annual Pro7 Days trial$59.991 Year
- Annual Pro7 Days trial$69.991 Year
Compulsion
- English1 Month trial$5.991 Month
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