# Gaia vs Evolve Plus

The clearest difference is ads: Evolve Plus at none against Gaia's shown. Evolve Plus also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 68%). Gaia's advantage is ratings volume (141K vs 1.3K) and chart position (#99 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gaia sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and Evolve Plus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Gaia against 4.9 for Evolve Plus. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gaia has 141K ratings behind it against 1.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of Gaia's written reviews are positive against 84% of Evolve Plus's.

Gaia ships an update weekly, Evolve Plus every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gaia | Evolve Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (141K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gaia-streaming-consciousness/id821068605/reviews) | **[4.9 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/evolve-plus/id6446369289/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **141K** | 1.3K |
| Positive reviews | 67.7% of reviews | **84.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 11 days |
| Monetization | Subscription | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#99** | — |
| Size | 175 MB | 86 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Gaia](https://appshunter.io/developer/1039984279) | [JE Media Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1616115185) |

## What reviewers say

### Gaia

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gaia-streaming-consciousness/id821068605)

**Currently charting:** #99 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

Access a vast library of films, original shows, and documentaries focused on personal growth, spirituality, and alternative perspectives. Explore topics like ancient history, metaphysics, yoga, and meditation to elevate your awareness and seek a new understanding of the world.

**Highlights:** Informative films and original shows, Documentaries on personal transformation, Practices for yoga and meditation, Content on ancient origins and alternative medicine, Live events and thought leader insights, Holistic mental health and spirituality resources, HealthKit integration for activity tracking

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gaia Membership Renewal | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $15.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership - Legacy | $15.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership - Promotional | $15.99 | per month |
| Annual Membership | $139.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership - Promotional | $139.99 | per year |
| Gaia+ Membership | $299.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best streaming service
- 🌟 Transformative content
- 👍 Diverse and high-quality programming
- 🧘‍♀️ Excellent yoga and meditation resources
- 💡 Enlightening and eye-opening information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unstable app
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and search
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Lack of offline access and Chromecast support
- 🤷‍♀️ Inconsistent content availability

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Video playback issues
- Inconsistent syncing across devices
- Unreliable offline access

**Requested features**

- Improved search and filtering options
- Offline viewing and download capabilities
- Chromecast and smart TV integration
- Personalized playlists and recommendations
- More content in different languages


### Evolve Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/evolve-plus/id6446369289)

Connect with a community focused on body, mind, and soul. Explore topics like astrology, tarot, and meditation, and engage in discussions about personal growth and empathy. Access exclusive live events and recorded content to foster positive energy and self-reflection.

**Highlights:** Spiritual community, Astrology and numerology content, Meditation guides, Tarot readings, Live virtual events, On-demand audio/video content, Discussions on personal growth

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription - Basic | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription - Basic | $59.00 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $199.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Supportive community
- 🚀 Informative content
- 💡 Variety of spiritual tools
- 🤗 Positive and uplifting
- 🙏 Helpful for personal growth

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional technical issues
- 💰 Subscription cost concerns
- ⏱️ Outdated content
- 🤔 Lack of personalization

**Reported bugs**

- Audio/video playback problems
- Subscription cancellation issues
- Inconsistent app performance

**Requested features**

- Improved video quality
- More interactive features
- Expanded content library
- Better integration with other platforms


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gaia free?

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

### Is Evolve Plus free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Gaia or Evolve Plus?

Evolve Plus is rated higher. Gaia averages 4.8 out of 5 from 141K ratings, while Evolve Plus averages 4.9 from 1.3K ratings.

### Do Gaia or Evolve Plus have ads?

Gaia shows ads; Evolve Plus does not.

### Which is updated more often, Gaia or Evolve Plus?

Gaia ships an update weekly, and Evolve Plus every 11 days. Most recently, Gaia was updated on November 1, 2026 and Evolve Plus on October 27, 2026.

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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.*