Comparison

Unfuse vs Gratiful

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

Head to head
About

Unfuse

This app offers guided audio-visual exercises based on cognitive defusion techniques to help users release negative and intrusive thoughts. It aims to reduce anxiety, overthinking, and self-criticism by teaching users to detach from their thoughts and build mental resilience.

Highlights
  • Guided Bubble Exercise for thought release
  • Customizable serene backgrounds
  • Daily mood and trigger analysis
  • Science-backed articles on mental wellness
  • Privacy-focused, data stored locally
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) based method
Features
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Trapped in a spiral of worry, anxiety, or self-criticism? If your mind feels like a battlefield, you're not alone. And you don't have to fight it anymore. Welcome to Unfuse, a revolutionary new way to find calm. We guide you through a powerful, science-backed visual exercise designed to help you let go of negative and intrusive thoughts, combining soothing audio guidance with calming animations. Instead of battling your mind, you’ll learn to gently release your thoughts by placing them in a bubble and watching them drift away. A NEW WAY TO HANDLE YOUR THOUGHTS Unfuse is an active, guided experience for deep relief. While many apps offer distraction, Unfuse teaches you a core skill: how to change your relationship with your thoughts. Our groundbreaking method is based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a proven technique called cognitive defusion. You don't need any experience; our audio guide walks you through every step. WHY UNFUSE IS SO EFFECTIVE A REVOLUTIONARY APPROACH: Stop fighting, start releasing. Our guided audio-visual sessions actively teach you the skill of non-judgmental observation, helping you break the cycle of mental struggle. CREATE REAL DISTANCE: This isn't positive thinking. You'll learn to detach from your thoughts, powerfully reducing their emotional impact and giving you back control. CUSTOMIZABLE EXPERIENCE: Enhance your sessions by choosing from a library of serene backgrounds to create your perfect calming environment. WITH UNFUSE, YOU WILL Stop the cycle of overthinking and rumination. Feel lighter and calmer after each session. Reduce the power of anxiety and panic in your life. Sleep better by clearing your mind of the day's worries. Build lasting mental resilience with consistent practice. Understand your mind better with our mood and trigger analysis tools. Be kinder to yourself by disarming your inner critic. FEATURES TO SUPPORT YOUR JOURNEY The Guided Bubble Exercise: Our unique audio-visual tool for letting go. Customizable Backgrounds: A library of calming landscapes. Daily Mood Snapshot: A quick check-in for your mood, energy, and sleep. Personalized Insights: Discover your top thought triggers. Learn Section: Simple, science-backed articles (free for all users). Privacy Focused: Your thoughts are your own, stored only on your device. Please note: Unfuse is a wellness tool and not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you are experiencing a crisis or have serious mental health concerns, please consult a doctor or contact emergency services. Your mind doesn't have to be a battlefield. It can be a clear, open sky. Download Unfuse today and experience your first guided session completely free. SUBSCRIPTION & TERMS: Unfuse is free to download and your first session is on us. To unlock unlimited access to all features, we offer auto-renewing subscription options. Choose the Annual Subscription to start with a free 7-day trial. Payment will be charged to your App Store account. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription and trial in your Apple ID account settings. Refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the term. If you have any questions, write to us at help@neurosynclab.com TERMS OF SERVICE and PRIVACY POLICY EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://unfuse.app/privacy Terms & Conditions: https://unfuse.app/terms

About

Gratiful

Features
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Gratiful – A Gentle Space for Gratitude & Reflection Gratiful is a calm, private place to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with the positive moments of your life. Designed to help you build a daily gratitude habit, Gratiful turns journaling into a mindful, meaningful ritual. Release negative thoughts - Write down limiting beliefs, worries, or negative thoughts — then let them go. Gratiful helps you symbolically burn them away, creating space for clarity and emotional relief. Capture moments of gratitude every day - Easily record what you’re grateful for, whether it’s something small or deeply meaningful. Over time, your journal becomes a powerful reminder of the good already present in your life. Thoughtful prompts to guide your journaling - Not sure what to write? Gratiful offers gentle, well-crafted prompts that help you reflect, go deeper, and build a consistent journaling habit without pressure. Reflect and document your gratitude - Look back on your past entries, notice patterns, and observe how your mindset evolves. Gratiful encourages self-reflection without judgment. Track your mood - Log your mood daily and visualize trends over time. Understand how gratitude and reflection influence your emotional well-being. Absolutely private - Your thoughts are yours alone. Gratiful is designed with privacy in mind — no social features, no pressure, just a safe personal space. Whether you want to feel calmer, more present, or simply more grateful, Gratiful helps you build a positive daily ritual — one moment at a time. Start your gratitude journey today. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Unfuse4 screens
Gratiful4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Unfuse at 15 against Gratiful's 26.0. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Unfuse sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Gratiful sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Unfuse versus Gratiful: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUnfuseGratiful
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNEUROSYNCLAB LLCAdam Kovacs

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Unfuse

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
2 purchases

Gratiful

Subscriptions2
  • Gratiful Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Gratiful Pro Annual$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Unfuse free?
Unfuse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gratiful free?
Gratiful is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Unfuse or Gratiful have ads?
Neither Unfuse nor Gratiful shows ads.

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