BetterHelp vs Ronan
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BetterHelp
Access professional mental health support from licensed therapists. Connect via messaging or live sessions, and join educational webinars. Find personalized guidance for various challenges.
- 30,000+ licensed therapists
- Therapist matching
- Unlimited messaging
- Live video/phone sessions
- Group webinars
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BETTERHELP: INSURANCE OPTIONS MAY BE AVAILABLE BetterHelp makes it easy to connect with a licensed therapist online, whether you choose self-pay or explore insurance options that may be available. Where insurance options are available, eligible members may access therapy with an average copay of $23 per session.* Answer a few questions and get matched with a licensed therapist from our community of over 30,000 based on your needs, preferences, and location. ------------------------------------------- WHY BETTERHELP? ------------------------------------------- • Insurance options now available • Average copay of $23 per session for eligible members • Over 30,000 licensed, accredited, and experienced therapists • Match with a therapist based on your needs, preferences, and location • Message your therapist anytime • Schedule weekly live video or phone sessions • Access educational group webinars • Choose self-pay or explore insurance options that may be available PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT, TAILORED TO YOU Finding the right therapist can make a meaningful difference. BetterHelp matches you with a licensed therapist who understands where you are and where you want to go. You can message your therapist anytime and schedule live sessions from wherever you are, online. (Please note: when using insurance, certain BetterHelp features may be limited or unavailable, including chat-based sessions, groups/classes, and select self-help tools.) LICENSED AND TRAINED THERAPISTS BetterHelp therapists are licensed professionals with at least 3 years and 1,000 hours of hands-on experience. Our network includes psychologists, marriage and family therapists, clinical social workers, licensed professional counselors, and other similarly credentialed providers. All of our therapists hold a Master’s Degree or a Doctoral Degree in their respective fields and have been qualified and certified by their state professional board, having completed the necessary education, exams, training, and practice. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? BetterHelp now offers more payment options, including insurance options that may be available. Insurance availability, coverage, and cost may vary by state, plan, provider network, therapist availability, and deductible status. Eligible members have an average copay of $23 per session. Not using insurance? Individual self-pay plans typically range from $70 to $100 per week, billed every 4 weeks, and may vary based on location, preferences, therapist availability, and available discounts. Self-pay memberships include in-app messaging and a weekly live session, and you can cancel at any time."
Ronan
This program helps men retrain their nervous system to stay present during intimacy, build confidence, and break free from reliance on external arousal. It offers structured guided sessions designed to improve control and connection.
- Stay present during pleasure
- Build reliable confidence
- Connect with a partner
- Break free from porn reliance
- Structured guided sessions
- Sequential progression
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Avoiding pleasure isn't control. It's fear. Most "solutions" tell you to quit...quit porn, quit masturbating, quit wanting it. But the moment you're back in bed with someone you care about... you're still in your head. If you: - lose control during sex - rely on porn to stay aroused - feel pressure instead of confidence The problem isn't your body. It's your nervous system. Ronan trains you to stay present inside pleasure. That's real control. HOW IT WORKS: Ronan is a structured program, not a playlist. Each guided session builds on the last, progressively rewiring how your body responds to arousal, pressure, and intimacy. 5 focused categories: - Lasting Longer — stay calm, present, and in control - Getting & Staying Hard — build reliable confidence in your body - Finishing With a Partner — stay connected and out of your head - Breaking Free From Porn — rewire your arousal on your terms - Showing Up With Confidence — carry presence into every part of your life 45 sessions. Sequential progression. Built for men who are done hoping it gets better on its own. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS: - Monthly: $19.99/month (7-day free trial) - Yearly: $199.99/year (7-day free trial) Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period is forfeited upon purchasing a subscription. Terms of Use: https://www.stephanieganowski.com/ronan-terms-of-use/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BetterHelp at none against Ronan's 2. BetterHelp also leads on ratings volume (150K vs 4) and chart position (#70 vs unranked). Ronan's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 80%). On price, update cadence, monetization model and device support 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. Ronan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. BetterHelp asks for nothing beyond the download.
Ronan holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BetterHelp has 150K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of BetterHelp's written reviews are positive against 100% of Ronan's.
BetterHelp ships an update monthly, Ronan every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BetterHelp | Ronan |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (150K ratings) | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 79.9% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 150K — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | #70 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 34 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | BetterHelp | Stephanie Ganowski |
Customer experience
BetterHelp
Ronan
Bugs and requests
BetterHelp
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Video call disconnections
- Billing and subscription issues
Requested features
5 requests- More affordable pricing options
- Availability of therapists in different time zones
- Easier process for switching therapists
- Improved video call and app stability
- Better screening and training for therapists
Ronan
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
BetterHelp
No in-app purchases
Ronan
- Ronan Monthly7 Days trial$19.991 Month
- Ronan Annual7 Days trial$199.991 Year









