# SHIFT vs Basis

The clearest difference is rating: Basis at 5.0 against SHIFT's 3.7. SHIFT's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.2). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SHIFT sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Basis sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Basis holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SHIFT | Basis |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-regulate-and-reset/id6759524862/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basis-regulation-plus-meditation/id6780953419/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 2 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 42 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Timothy Williams](https://appshunter.io/developer/1879290596) | [Lukas Dale](https://appshunter.io/developer/1894041518) |

## What reviewers say

### SHIFT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-regulate-and-reset/id6759524862)

This app offers real-time interventions for neurodivergent individuals experiencing crisis regulation. It provides five distinct modes designed to help manage racing thoughts, shutdown, anger, overwhelm, and paralysis. The tool focuses on practical, immediate support without guilt or pressure.

**Highlights:** Crisis regulation tool, Five regulation modes, Designed for neurodivergent brains, Real-time intervention, No guilt or streaks, Sensory overload management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SHIFT Starter | $4.99 | per month |
| SHIFT Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| SHIFT Starter | $49.99 | per year |
| SHIFT Pro | $99.99 | per year |


### Basis

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basis-regulation-plus-meditation/id6780953419)

This app offers guided exercises designed to promote peace, regulation, and mindfulness. It also features a unique lockdown tool for individual or group focus, helping users disconnect from distractions and reconnect with the present moment.

**Highlights:** Guided mindfulness exercises, Peace and regulation focus, Individual phone lockdowns, Group phone lockdowns, Focus on the present moment, User-friendly design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| the more plan | $0.99 | per month |
| the most plan | $4.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SHIFT free?

SHIFT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Basis free?

Basis is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SHIFT or Basis?

Basis is rated higher. SHIFT averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Basis averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do SHIFT or Basis have ads?

Neither SHIFT nor Basis shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*