# ObsessLess vs Arc

The clearest difference is ratings volume: ObsessLess at 116 against Arc's 2. Arc's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ObsessLess sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Arc sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Arc holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ObsessLess has 116 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

ObsessLess ships an update weekly, Arc every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ObsessLess | Arc |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (116 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/obsessless-ocd-support-app/id6742539895/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arc-gradual-exposure-help/id6759476138/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **116** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 81.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 34 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [ObsessLess B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1832933723) | [ZanaWorks LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1512608222) |

## What reviewers say

### ObsessLess

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/obsessless-ocd-support-app/id6742539895)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Pro | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Pro | $15.99 | per month |
| Monthly Pro | $19.99 | per month |
| Annual Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Annual Pro | $69.99 | per year |


### Arc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arc-gradual-exposure-help/id6759476138)

This app provides a structured and private way to practice exposure therapy for anxiety. It guides users through creating and following exposure ladders, logging attempts, and tracking progress. Advanced features offer deeper insights and therapist-ready summaries.

**Highlights:** Build and edit exposure ladders, Log and track anxiety attempts, Monitor anxiety levels and outcomes, View progress trends and milestones, Utilize practical support tools, Export and import data

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ObsessLess free?

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

### Is Arc free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ObsessLess or Arc?

Arc is rated higher. ObsessLess averages 4.8 out of 5 from 116 ratings, while Arc averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do ObsessLess or Arc have ads?

Neither ObsessLess nor Arc shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ObsessLess or Arc?

ObsessLess ships an update weekly, and Arc every 3 days. Most recently, ObsessLess was updated on October 28, 2026 and Arc 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.*