Comparison

EMDR Assistant vs Gratitude

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

EMDR Assistant

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EMDR Assistant EMDR Assistant provides a simple, customizable bilateral stimulation tool designed to support Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy. This application creates smooth horizontal movement with synchronized audio cues to facilitate bilateral stimulation, an essential component of EMDR therapy. Features Bilateral Visual Stimulation: A colored ball moves horizontally across your screen at an adjustable speed to help guide eye movements Synchronized Audio: Alternating stereo sounds enhance the bilateral stimulation effect Customizable Experience: Adjust ball size, color, speed, and background to suit your preferences Built-in Journal: Record thoughts, feelings, and progress after each session Simple Controls: Start and pause stimulation with a single keystroke Important Disclaimer EMDR Assistant is designed to be used as a supportive tool under the guidance of a qualified mental health professional. This application does not replace professional therapy, diagnose conditions, or serve as a standalone treatment. EMDR therapy is a comprehensive psychotherapy approach that should be conducted by a trained and certified EMDR therapist. The bilateral stimulation provided by this application is just one component of proper EMDR therapy. If you are experiencing psychological distress related to trauma, anxiety, or other conditions, please consult with a licensed therapist who is trained in EMDR techniques. To find a certified EMDR therapist, contact the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) or your local mental health provider network. This application is not intended for self-administered therapy. Always use this tool as directed by your healthcare provider.

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Gratitude

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Gratitude Journal helps you keep a simple daily gratitude habit. Write up to five gratitude entries each day, return with gentle reminders, and keep your journal on your device. The app is designed to stay calm, warm, and practical: no complicated setup, no heavy routine, just a clear place to notice what mattered today. The Message feature lets Premium users create a future channel from themselves or from someone they name. Choose a short fast setup or a deeper message profile, select the tone and language, and receive a daily note between 6:00 and 18:00 device time. Messages can include a future date, recipient, personal context, and a gentle Moon-based forecast. You can also export a day or a whole month as a clean PDF for saving, sharing, or archiving. The core gratitude journal remains free. Premium unlocks daily future-message delivery and extended reflective setup. This release does not use third-party advertising. Free access: - Daily gratitude journal - Gentle reminder setup - PDF export - Local journal storage on this device Premium Monthly and Premium Yearly: - Daily future-message delivery - Daily Moon note - Extended reflective message profile - Short and deep setup modes Subscription details: Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings. The App Store checkout sheet shows the final billed amount before purchase. Subscription details: Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings. The App Store checkout sheet shows the final billed amount before purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

EMDR Assistant4 screens
Gratitude4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EMDR Assistant at none against Gratitude's 2. Gratitude's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Gratitude sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. EMDR Assistant asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EMDR Assistant ships an update every 3 months, Gratitude every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
EMDR Assistant versus Gratitude: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEMDR AssistantGratitude
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB39 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperRic MessierMariia Zhitkova

In-app purchases

None

EMDR Assistant

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Gratitude

Subscriptions2
  • Gratitude Journal Premium Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Gratitude Journal Premium Yearly$14.991 Year

Questions

Is EMDR Assistant free?
EMDR Assistant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gratitude free?
Gratitude is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do EMDR Assistant or Gratitude have ads?
Neither EMDR Assistant nor Gratitude shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EMDR Assistant or Gratitude?
EMDR Assistant ships an update every 3 months, and Gratitude every 2 weeks. Most recently, EMDR Assistant was updated on October 12, 2026 and Gratitude on October 7, 2026.

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