# Inner Ascend vs The Observing Ego

The clearest difference is rating: The Observing Ego at 5.0 against Inner Ascend's 2.0. Inner Ascend's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Observing Ego sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Inner Ascend asks for nothing beyond the download.

The Observing Ego holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Inner Ascend | The Observing Ego |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inner-ascend/id6754228717/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-observing-ego/id6761090744/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 28 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Jordi Catala Amat](https://appshunter.io/developer/1843754653) | [Casey Simon](https://appshunter.io/developer/1856536401) |

## What reviewers say

### Inner Ascend

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inner-ascend/id6754228717)

Embark on a journey of self-discovery with guided modules, shadow work exercises, and daily spiritual practices. Track your progress through a structured curriculum designed for personal transformation and integration.

**Highlights:** 16 comprehensive transformation modules, Shadow work and integration practices, Guided meditations and journaling, Daily spiritual practices, Progress tracking with streaks, Cosmic guidance and weather

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### The Observing Ego

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-observing-ego/id6761090744)

This app is a doctor-built mood and mental health tracker that uses clinical screening instruments. It helps you identify patterns in your moods, sleep, exercise, and habits, and offers tools for self-reflection. Safety features and crisis resources are always free.

**Highlights:** Clinical mood tracking, Validated screening instruments, Pattern identification, Defense mechanism logging, Dream journaling, Mentalizing exercises, Free safety features

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $44.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Inner Ascend free?

Inner Ascend is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is The Observing Ego free?

The Observing Ego is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Inner Ascend or The Observing Ego?

The Observing Ego is rated higher. Inner Ascend averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while The Observing Ego averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Inner Ascend or The Observing Ego have ads?

Neither Inner Ascend nor The Observing Ego shows ads.

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