I am vs Activations
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
I am
This app helps you rewire your brain and build self-esteem through positive daily affirmations. Choose from various intentions and set reminders to cultivate a more resilient and positive mindset.
- Daily affirmations
- Rewire negative thoughts
- Build self-esteem
- Set reminders
- Positive mindset shifts
- Increase awareness
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How many negative thoughts have been repeating in your mind? Your brain notices more than you think, so put positive affirmations where you'll see them. Daily affirmations help rewire your thoughts, build self-esteem, and change negative thought patterns. Empower yourself by verbally affirming your dreams and ambitions. Choose from many daily intentions and set reminders to be delivered throughout the day. Positive affirmations help make major shifts in your mindset, and they also serve as prompts and daily reminders about what you’re truly capable of, ensuring every day is an amazing day An affirmation is a simple but powerful statement that helps to strengthen the connection between your conscious and unconscious mind. The more you strengthen this connection, the more resilient you’ll be when you experience difficult or challenging circumstances. As Buddha wisely said: you become what you believe. And the best way to strengthen your resilience is to practice affirmations every single day. There are many benefits to using affirmations as part of your daily morning routine: - They help increase your awareness of your thoughts and words, making it easier to recognize the negative and self-doubting thought patterns holding you back. - Affirmations define your focus. When you focus your energy on the things you want, like achieving your goals, the positive, uplifting, and good, you’re creating an abundance mindset and strengthening your resolve to make it happen. - They open you up to possibility. Too often we get stuck in the ‘impossible’ mindset, but affirmations flip this on its head. When you begin to positively affirm what is actually possible, a whole world of opportunity opens up to you. To get access to the I am Premium content and functionality, you can choose between a lifetime, monthly, and yearly auto-renewable subscription. This is a recurring transaction that will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew unless you cancel it at least 24 hours before the end of your subscription. Renewals will be charged at the same cost within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage your subscriptions and auto-renewal can be turned off by going to your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. Find tons of inspiring content on our blog: https://blog.theiam.app/ Privacy Policy: https://monkeytaps.net/privacy Terms of use: https://monkeytaps.net/terms
Activations
This app offers science-backed audio experiences designed to motivate and help users manifest a better life. It uses neuroscience, affirmations, and visualization to rewire the mind and create positive change, fitting seamlessly into daily routines.
- Motivational audio experiences
- Manifestation and visualization techniques
- Neuroscience-based mind rewiring
- Daily affirmations
- Over 700+ audio activations
- Multiple categories for daily routines
- Personalized challenges and progress tracking
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Become Your Best Self With Activations™ Formerly known as Superhuman, we’ve redefined transformation with Activations™ – your key to motivation, growth, and limitless potential. Unlike traditional meditation which calms you, Activations are motivational, science-backed audio experiences designed to help you manifest a better life effortlessly. Feel the shift instantly as you evolve into your wealthiest, healthiest, and happiest self. Whether you’re walking, getting ready, or winding down, these transformative audios fit seamlessly into your busy life – so you’ll actually stick to using it. It’s not quite meditation, It’s not quite a podcast, It’s not quite music… It’s an activation. Why Activations™ Work: Using a combination of neuroscience, classical conditioning, manifestation, daily affirmations, visualization techniques and self-image psychology, Activations™ rewire your mind, create new beliefs, and ignite real change. It’s not meditation. It’s activation – the fastest route to results. These audios engage your Reticular Activating System—the RAS—helping your mind filter in the positive and the things that align with your goals. The more you listen, the more you start to embody that future you, and you’ll see your thoughts, beliefs, and actions shift to align with your vision. 91% of listeners feel a profound shift after just one Activation 74% experience a significant transformation within 90 days With over 700+ Activations, these audios are designed to transform everyday moments into powerful opportunities for growth. Listen while walking, working out, cleaning, or even cooking. Activate your future self today – because you deserve to live your most extraordinary life. What You Can Expect: Feel inspired and alive every day Achieve financial breakthroughs and success Transform your mindset and body Manifest fulfilling relationships and opportunities Designed For Real Transformation: 16+ Categories: Walking, Getting Ready, Pep Talks, Workout, Seated, Cleaning, Cooking, Sleep, Writing, Travel, Legs Up Wall + more guided activations to support your daily routine Daily Motivation: Wake up to inspiration and a fresh mindset every day Smart Search + Filters: Find the perfect Activation to meet your goals Personal Challenges: Build consistency, track milestones, and celebrate progress New Content Daily: Fresh audios created by neuroscientists, sound specialists, and transformation experts Built For Lasting Change: Curated challenges to follow along with, made to help you reach your goals and stay on track What Listeners Say: “I felt alive after one session.” – Madeline P. . “Activations are the perfect mix between visualization and motivation!” – Ellie D. “This is the only app that is actually worth the money.” – Madeline P. “After feeling numb and lost for years, I’ve got my energy and vitality back.” – Amanda J. Join thousands of others experiencing rapid, lasting transformation. Your best self is one decision away. Are you ready? Sign up and get access to our 14 day free trial. All subscriptions are backed by our money-back guarantee. No questions asked. Try it today, 100% risk free. PLUS: Get 6 months free with our Yearly subscription. Have questions? Email us at info@activations.com If you’d like to learn more about our Terms + Conditions and/or Privacy Policy, please visit the below URLs: https://www.activations.com/legal/terms-of-use https://www.activations.com/legal/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: I am at 733K against Activations's 4.2K. I am also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks) and chart position (#27 vs unranked). Activations's advantage is review sentiment (89% vs 69%) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ads 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
Both are free to download. I am sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Activations sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 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 I am against 4.9 for Activations. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: I am has 733K ratings behind it against 4.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 69% of I am's written reviews are positive against 89% of Activations's.
I am ships an update every 6 days, Activations every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | I am | Activations |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (733K ratings) | 4.9 (4.2K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 69.4% of reviews | 89.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 733K — better | 4.2K |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #27 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 234 MB | 94 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Monkey Taps | Superhuman Inc. (Apps) |
Customer experience
I am
Activations
User reviews
I am
From 733K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 💫 Positive affirmations and reminders
- 👍 Customizable settings and preferences
- 🌟 Helpful for mental health and self-improvement
- 🥰 Uplifting and motivating
- ⏰ Timely notifications
Room to improve
- 🔒 Privacy concerns around data tracking
- 💰 Subscription model with limited free features
- 🐛 Inconsistent notifications and widget issues
- 🤔 Some affirmations not resonating with users
- 🙄 Intrusive ads and monetization
Activations
From 4.2K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Life changing
- 👍 Uplifting and motivating
- 🙌 Transformative
- 💫 Incredible app
- 🎶 Soothing music and voice
Room to improve
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🐛 Glitchy and buggy app
- 🤖 Repetitive voice and content
- 🤔 Lacking in variety of content
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find content
Bugs and requests
I am
Reported bugs
3 issues- Notifications stopping without user action
- Widget functionality issues after updates
- Affirmations not saving or syncing properly
Requested features
5 requests- More customization options for affirmations
- Ability to sync across devices
- Inclusion of religious/spiritual affirmations
- Improved notification scheduling and reliability
- One-time purchase option instead of subscription
Activations
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes frequently
- Meditations not tracking properly
- Login issues and inability to access account
- Inability to pause or rewind meditations
Requested features
6 requests- More affordable subscription options
- Offline listening capabilities
- Ability to download meditations
- Wider range of meditation topics
- Different voice options
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- Better categorization and search functionality
In-app purchases
I am
- I am Premium$9.991 Month
- I am Premium2 variants$11.991 Year
- I am Premium (1 month)$14.991 Month
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- I Am Premium3 Days trial$47.991 Year
- I am Premium3 Days trial$47.991 Year
- I am Premium (1 year)3 Days trial$59.991 Year
- I am Premium3 Days trial$59.991 Year
- Premium I am1 Year trial$69.991 Year
- I am Premium (Lifetime)$149.99
Activations
- Monthly subscription14 Days trial$29.991 Month
- Basic Yearly Subscription14 Days trial$139.991 Year
- Yearly Subscription14 Days trial$167.991 Year
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- Premium Yearly Subscription14 Days trial$189.991 Year








