Comparison

Grounded vs EMDR Ease

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

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Grounded

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Grounded is the honest way to curb your phone. Your most distracting apps stay locked by default. To unlock them, you earn credits from real-world activity and then spend them to buy a timed unlock window. 1 credit = 1 minute of screen time. No streaks-at-all-cost guilt. No "social accountability" nagging. Just a clear trade: earn your screen time, one minute at a time. HOW IT WORKS β€’ Pick which apps to block (Instagram, TikTok, X, Reddit, anything distracting) β€’ Earn credits β€” 10 per 1,000 steps, up to 30 per nature check-in, 1 per 2 min of focus (Premium boosts mindfulness to 1 per 90 sec) β€’ Tap Unlock, pick a window β€” 15, 30, or 60 minutes, or a 5–10 minute Quick Check β€’ Your apps stay open for the full window, on the clock. Not on how much you actually use them β€’ Lock early and any unused credits come back EARN CREDITS FOUR WAYS β€’ Walking β€” reads your step count from Apple Health (your step count never leaves your device) β€’ Workouts β€” cycling, swimming, strength, HIIT, yoga and more earn credits too β€’ Focus sessions β€” Deep Focus, Mindfulness, or Movement. Choose a timer, pick a theme, go β€’ Nature visits β€” the app finds real parks, trails, and beaches near you. Check in for +15 to +30 credits STAY COMMITTED β€’ Protected Time β€” schedule hours when credits can't be spent (sleep, work, dinner) β€’ Monk Mode β€” block everything except your essentials for a set stretch (Premium) β€’ A block screen that shows your live credit balance, right where the temptation happens β€’ A short breathing pause before each unlock, so you decide on purpose β€” not on autopilot HONEST BLOCKING Grounded doesn't pretend to track how much you actually use an app β€” iOS doesn't give us that number in real time without daily lag. Instead it's a clean wall-clock deal: you buy minutes, you get minutes. Predictable and fair. BEAUTIFUL PROGRESS β€’ Streak card β€” your current run and personal best β€’ Credits chart β€” earned vs spent β€’ Focus Score β€” a simple 0-1000 wellness signal β€’ Weekly recap and achievements β€” a real grid, not social flexing BUILT FOR PRIVACY β€’ No sign-in. No account. No password. β€’ No backend. Nothing personal leaves your device β€” only anonymous, opt-out usage counts. β€’ No ads. No tracking. No advertising or profiling SDKs. β€’ Your display name, your step count, your location, your sessions β€” all stay on this phone. PREMIUM (OPTIONAL) β€’ Unlimited blocked apps (free tier: 3) β€’ 60-minute unlock windows (free tier: 15 or 30 min) β€’ No daily unlock limits (free tier: 60 minutes across 2 windows, plus 3 Quick Checks, per day) β€’ Unlimited focus sessions per day (free tier: 3) β€’ Higher daily caps β€” 120 step credits (free 60) and 90 nature credits (free 30) β€’ Credit rollover β€” carry up to 30 unspent credits into tomorrow β€’ Unlimited Protected Time schedules (free tier: 1) and Monk Mode β€’ Longer focus sessions and all 6 focus themes (free tier: 2 β€” Beach and Forest) β€’ Custom nature spots and search radius up to 20 km (free tier: 5 km) β€’ Month and Year views in Progress (free tier: Week) β€’ Streak Freeze β€” one rest day per rolling 7 days (free tier: 1 per month) β€’ Strict Mode and an optional settings passcode to guard your commitment β€’ Monthly ($4.99/mo) or Annual ($39.99/yr) β€” both with a 7-day free trial β€” or Lifetime ($99.99 once) HOW IT'S DIFFERENT Most digital wellness apps either nag you, track you, or require you to sign up so they can charge your email forever. Grounded is a one-tap download, no login, your personal data stays on-device, and you can delete every trace in one tap from Settings. Built by one person who was tired of apps that said they'd help and just sold ads against the attention problem they claimed to solve. --- Privacy Policy: https://getgrounded-app.vercel.app/privacy Terms of Service: https://getgrounded-app.vercel.app/terms Support: alexiedemo1@gmail.com

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EMDR Ease

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Find your calm, anytime, anywhere. EMDR Easy is your personal, mobile companion for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Designed to help you process emotional distress, reduce anxiety, and manage everyday stress, our app brings the power of bilateral stimulation directly to your fingertips. Whether you are looking to calm your mind after a long day, manage panic attacks, or support your ongoing mental health journey, EMDR Easy provides a simple, accessible, and intuitive way to find relief. Why Choose EMDR Easy? EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a widely recognized and scientifically backed method for reducing the emotional impact of distressing memories and everyday stressors. With EMDR Easy, you can practice self-guided bilateral stimulation in a safe, controlled wayβ€”whenever you need it most. Core Features: Customizable Sessions: Tailor your EMDR experience to what works best for you. Adjust the speed, duration, and type of bilateral stimulation (visual or audio) to match your comfort level. Intuitive & Easy to Use: A minimal, distraction-free interface designed to help you focus entirely on your relaxation and mental well-being. Accessible On-the-Go: No need to schedule an appointment for sudden anxiety. EMDR Easy is always in your pocket, ready to help you ground yourself during panic, stress, or sensory overload. Progress Tracking: Keep track of your sessions and monitor your journey towards better mental health. Speaking Your Language Mental health support should be accessible to everyone, no matter where you are from. That is why EMDR Easy is proudly localized in over 30 languages, ensuring you can navigate and use the app in the language you are most comfortable with. Supported Languages Include: English (US & UK), Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Hindi, Arabic, Turkish, Dutch, Polish, Czech, Slovak, Ukrainian, Swedish, Danish, Finnish, Greek, Hungarian, Romanian, Bulgarian, Croatian, Lithuanian, Latvian, Estonian, Slovenian, Maltese, and Irish. Who is this for? Individuals looking for quick anxiety and stress relief. People experiencing panic attacks or high-stress situations. Anyone interested in mindfulness, grounding techniques, and emotional regulation. Users supplementing their professional therapy with safe, self-guided exercises. Download EMDR Easy today and take the first step towards a calmer, more peaceful mind. Terms of Use: https://artificial-base.space/emdr-easy/terms-of-service

Screenshots

Grounded4 screens
EMDR Ease4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: EMDR Ease at 3 against Grounded's 1. EMDR Ease also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.2). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Grounded sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and EMDR Ease sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Grounded versus EMDR Ease: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGroundedEMDR Ease
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeeklyβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS17.215.1 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size22 MB49 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperAlexie AristidesRoman Micuda

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Grounded

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$99.99
2 purchases

EMDR Ease

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly14 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly1 Month trial$24.991 Year

Questions

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

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