Comparison

InnerLight vs Claro

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

Head to head
About

InnerLight

Features
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InnerLight is a structured companion for guided inner work. It brings together journaling, breathwork, mood tracking, and parts-based reflection in a calm 90-day path you can actually follow. What's inside: โ€ข A daily practice sequence โ€” somatic grounding, breathwork, journaling, and reflection, paced to your capacity โ€ข Visual breath pacing with voice-guided patterns for nervous system regulation โ€ข Parts-based journaling informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS) โ€” explore your Managers, Firefighters, and Exiles without pathologizing them โ€ข Guided audio sessions for self-compassion, boundaries, titration, and somatic awareness โ€ข Mood tracking and insights that show patterns over time, not just a daily score โ€ข A growing inner garden that reflects your consistency โ€” gentle, not gamified Built for privacy: Your reflections stay on your device by default. No accounts required. No data sold. Optional iCloud backup on your terms. Who it's for: People doing real inner work โ€” whether you're in therapy, between therapists, or building your own practice. InnerLight meets you where you are without rushing you forward. Start with the free 28-day foundation. InnerLight Circle continues into wound healing, integration, and deeper practices. Terms of Use: https://getinnerlight.app/terms

About

Claro

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Cravings don't wait. Claro's right there with you. Claro is a quit-drinking companion built for the moments that matter. Whether you're doing Dry January, Sober October, a 30-day reset, or you're done with alcohol for good โ€” Claro helps you ride out cravings, track your sober days, and finally see the patterns behind your drinking. This isn't about willpower. It's about having the right tools when the urge hits. A 90-SECOND CRAVING EXERCISE When a craving hits, Claro walks you through a guided breathing exercise to help you pause. Log the intensity, name the trigger, breathe through it, and come out the other side. No lecture. No guilt. Just a tool you can pull up in the moment. A SOBER TRACKER THAT MEANS SOMETHING Watch your streak grow day by day. See how much money you've saved, how many cravings you've worked through, and how many drinks you've skipped. Your sober counter isn't just a number โ€” it's proof of every hard moment you got through. BUILT AROUND YOUR PATTERNS During onboarding, you share your triggers, your tough times, and your drinking patterns. Claro uses that to deliver check-ins that adapt to where you are. The more you use it, the more it fits you. SPOT PATTERNS, BREAK THE CYCLE Claro tracks your craving triggers, time-of-day patterns, and intensity trends over time. Weekly summaries show you what's shifting and what to watch for, so you stay one step ahead of the urge. DAILY CHECK-INS Start each day by checking in with how you're feeling โ€” strong, okay, struggling, or needing help right now. Claro meets you there, every time. ACCOUNTABILITY WITHOUT JUDGMENT Claro celebrates your wins and shows up for the hard moments. No shame, no scoreboard. If you slip, Claro helps you debrief and start fresh. WHO CLARO'S FOR - People doing Dry January, Sober October, or a personal reset - Folks quitting alcohol for good and tracking sober days long-term - Anyone who wants to understand their relationship with alcohol - Anyone looking for in-the-moment craving support IMPORTANT Claro is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing alcohol withdrawal symptoms, please contact a healthcare provider. For free, confidential, 24/7 support, call SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357. SUBSCRIPTION Claro Pro is available as a monthly or annual subscription with a free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions in Account Settings. Terms of Use: https://claro.loriccoandco.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://claro.loriccoandco.com/privacy

Screenshots

InnerLight4 screens
Claro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Claro at 15.1 against InnerLight's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. InnerLight sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Claro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 4 level
InnerLight versus Claro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInnerLightClaro
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS17.015.1 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size98 MB49 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAleksandr SimukovicRICHARD THOMAS LORICCO

In-app purchases

2 purchases

InnerLight

Subscriptions2
  • InnerLight Circle (Monthly)$7.991 Month
  • InnerLight Circle (Annual)$49.991 Year
2 purchases

Claro

Subscriptions2
  • Claro Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Claro Pro Annual7 Days trial$79.991 Year

Questions

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

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