Comparison

Massage Map 3D vs Anima

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

Head to head
About

Massage Map 3D

Explore acupressure points on an interactive 3D human body model. Find relief for over 100 ailments by discovering targeted points and learning massage techniques. This guide is for anyone seeking natural pain management solutions.

Highlights
  • Interactive 3D human body model
  • Over 350 acupressure points
  • Ailment-based point discovery
  • Meridian explorer
  • Community ratings for point effectiveness
  • Multi-language support
Features
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Massage Map 3D is your comprehensive guide to acupressure and massage therapy. Explore over 350 acupressure points on a fully interactive 3D human body model with intuitive touch controls. INTERACTIVE 3D BODY MODEL - Rotate, zoom, and pan a detailed anatomical model to locate acupressure points precisely from any angle - Points are displayed directly on the 3D model with glowing indicators so you can see their exact position - One-finger rotate, two-finger pan, and pinch-to-zoom for effortless navigation - Focus mode lets you zoom in on a specific acupoint with a single tap 350+ ACUPRESSURE POINTS - Browse an extensive database of acupressure points across all 14 major meridians - Each point includes its traditional name, anatomical location description, therapeutic indications, and recommended massage techniques - Detailed warnings and contraindications for safe practice - Search by name or keyword to quickly find any point FIND RELIEF BY AILMENT - Search for over 100 common health concerns including headaches, back pain, insomnia, stress, digestive issues, neck tension, anxiety, and more - The app highlights exactly which acupressure points can help for each condition - Browse ailments alphabetically or search for specific symptoms MERIDIAN EXPLORER - Learn about the 14 major meridians: Lung, Large Intestine, Stomach, Spleen, Heart, Small Intestine, Bladder, Kidney, Pericardium, Triple Energizer, Gallbladder, Liver, Governing Vessel, and Conception Vessel - Browse all points along each meridian pathway visualized on the 3D model COMMUNITY RATINGS - Rate the effectiveness of acupressure points for specific ailments - See community ratings from other users to discover which points work best - Ratings are displayed directly on the 3D model for quick reference MULTI-LANGUAGE SUPPORT - Available in 7 languages: English, Spanish, Chinese, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, and French - Automatically detects your device language ADDITIONAL FEATURES - Bookmark your most-used acupressure points for quick access - X-ray mode with skeleton display (full version) - Web search integration to find images and additional information for any point - Clean, modern interface designed for easy one-handed use Whether you are a massage therapist, acupuncture student, or simply looking for natural ways to manage everyday aches and pains, Massage Map 3D puts professional-grade acupressure knowledge at your fingertips. Note: This app is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical advice.

About

Anima

This app provides a tactile and auditory anchor to guide your breathing and promote mindfulness. It uses gentle pulses and visual cues to help you focus, making meditation more accessible by engaging your sense of touch and hearing.

Highlights
  • Haptic breathing feedback
  • Auditory breath guidance
  • Visual breathing sphere
  • Customizable session length
  • Multiple breath patterns
  • Adjustable haptic intensity
  • Cross-device sync (Apple Watch/iPhone)
Features
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You've tried to meditate. You've sat down, started counting your breaths from 1 to 10....and your mind wandered off somewhere around four. So you decided you're just bad at this. You're not. Counting is a thought, and you can't quiet a busy mind with another thought. What can hold attention is perhaps something you can feel: a steady, physical rhythm to come back to each time you drift. Anima is that anchor. A gentle pulse that rises and falls with your breath, so following it takes no counting and no willpower. Close your eyes and just feel it. When your mind wanders (and it will) the pulse is right there to come back to. It was built by someone who spent three years failing to make meditation stick, until a breath they could feel finally made it consistent. This is that, made into an app. — Apple Watch + iPhone — Practice on your wrist for an eyes-closed, screen-free session, or on your phone with full-screen visuals. Your settings stay in sync across both. — A breath you can feel, hear, and see — The pulse quickens and softens with the natural arc of your inhale and exhale, so the rhythm feels alive rather than mechanical. Feel it as vibrations on your wrist through your watch or while holding your phone in your lap. Hear the pulse through your earbuds or out loud. — A living sphere — A field of light gently expands and contracts with your breath. Watch it, or let it fade to the edge of awareness as you rest with your eyes closed. Choose from a curated set of palettes, or craft your own. — No streaks. Nothing to keep up with. — No points, no leaderboards, no streak to protect. Just a breath to come back to, for as long as you need it. Completed sessions log mindful minutes to Apple Health. — Make it yours — Adjust session length, breath patterns (box, 4-7-8, and more), haptic intensity, and palettes. Build a practice that fits your day. — Free — Anima is free: every breath pattern, palette, and session history, on iPhone and Apple Watch. No trial. No subscriptions. No ads. No accounts to create. No data sold. From the maker: "My mission is to expand what people can do and be so that we each can build a life worth living. Since the costs to maintain the apps are minimal, I freely offer these tools to the public in service to the mission. If you would like to support the cause, you can do the below." In the app, Settings > Want to show support? offers an optional tip ("Buy me a coffee"), a review on the App Store, and the newsletter. Feature requests and bug reports go to the community board. Nothing is unlocked by a tip — everything is already free. Anima isn't about doing more. It's about giving your attention one steady thing to hold and letting everything else settle into stillness. Anima supports general relaxation and mindfulness. It is not a medical device and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition. Terms of Use: https://alterras.app/anima-terms · Privacy Policy: https://alterras.app/anima-privacy

Screenshots

Massage Map 3D4 screens
Anima4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Anima at none against Massage Map 3D's shown. Massage Map 3D's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Massage Map 3D sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Anima sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Massage Map 3D against 5.0 for Anima. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Massage Map 3D ships an update every 2 weeks, Anima fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Massage Map 3D versus Anima: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMassage Map 3DAnima
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterFortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB25 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperGrant ChenAlterras LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Massage Map 3D

One-time1
  • Massage Map 3D Full Version$3.99
5 purchases

Anima

Subscriptions2
  • Anima Access (Monthly)$0.991 Month
  • Anima Access (Yearly)$9.991 Year
One-time3
  • A coffee$2.99
  • A generous tip$9.99
  • Pay it forward$19.99

Questions

Is Massage Map 3D free?
Massage Map 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Anima free?
Anima is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Massage Map 3D or Anima?
Massage Map 3D and Anima are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Massage Map 3D or Anima have ads?
Massage Map 3D shows ads; Anima does not.
Which is updated more often, Massage Map 3D or Anima?
Massage Map 3D ships an update every 2 weeks, and Anima fortnightly. Most recently, Massage Map 3D was updated on October 31, 2026 and Anima on October 31, 2026.

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