Best Autism Social Apps

209+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
16 free apps
Updated June 2026

If you already know NDFriends, this is the deeper bench. 209+ autism social apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of June 2026.

Compare top Autism Social Apps (June 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1NDFriends: ADHD, Autism SocialNDFriends: ADHD, Autism SocialFree4.4★ (7)NoNoJul 2026
2Hiki: Autism ADHD & ND DatingHiki: Autism ADHD & ND DatingFree3.9★ (2.4K)NoYesJul 2026
3Autism Social Video ExercisesAutism Social Video ExercisesFree4.2★ (5)NoNoMay 2026
4Otto the OTter Autism AppOtto the OTter Autism AppFree5.0★ (2)NoNoMay 2026
5Social Story Creator & LibrarySocial Story Creator & LibraryFree4.3★ (114)NoYesMay 2026
6Autism Social Categories and Behaviour AppAutism Social Categories and Behaviour App$1.993.0★ (4)NoNoMay 2026
7Autism Toolbox - Social SkillsAutism Toolbox - Social Skills$2.99NoNoMay 2026
8Bloom Autism SupportBloom Autism SupportFree5.0★ (4)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Autism Social

Hiki: Autism ADHD & ND Dating#2

Hiki: Autism ADHD & ND Dating by HIKI, INC.

Meet, Date ASD ADHD ND Friends
Strong Contender
🌟 Lifestyle
3.9😐(2.4K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides a safe and inclusive space for neurodivergent individuals to connect, make friends, and find romantic partners. It's designed by and for the neurodivergent community, celebrating diverse identities and fostering genuine connections.

What We Love

  • 🤝 Great community
  • 🙂 Welcoming and inclusive
  • 🙌 Helpful for making connections
  • 🎨 Allows self-expression

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive premium subscription
  • 🚫 Limited free features
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding local matches
Autism Social Video Exercises#3

Autism Social Video Exercises by ImagiRation LLC

Social Niceties (SoNi)
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.2(5 ratings)
Free
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Practice real-life conversations with interactive video exercises designed to build social confidence for individuals with ASD. This app models common social situations, allowing users to respond and receive guidance on appropriate dialogue.

More Autism Social apps to explore

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Otto the OTter Autism App
Otto the OTter Autism App
Otto the OTter Autism App
Otto the OTter Autism App
Free

This educational app uses a friendly otter character to teach social skills, communication, and emotional understanding. It offers personalized learning experiences with engaging graphics and evidence-based practices, making learning enjoyable through gamification.

Social skills strategiesCommunication toolsEmotional understanding development
📚 Education
(2)
free
5
Social Story Creator & Library
Social Story Creator & Library
Social Story Creator & Library
Easily Create, Print & Share
Free

Create, share, and print visual stories, schedules, and prompts. This tool supports children with special needs by breaking down social skills and situations into easy-to-understand steps with pictures and text. It's designed for educators, therapists, and parents.

Create stories with pictures, recordings, and textShare stories with other usersPrint PDF versions of stories
📚 Education
(114)
free with in-app purchases
6
Autism Social Categories and Behaviour App
Autism Social Categories and Behaviour App
Autism Social Categories and Behaviour App
by Innovative Mobile Apps
$1.99

This educational app uses real photographs and interactive games to teach social skills and behavior categories. It offers over 100 examples across 10 categories, making it easy to discuss what is acceptable and fun for children with special needs.

Real photographs10 social behavior categoriesOver 100 examples
📚 Education
(4)
paid
7
Autism Toolbox - Social Skills
Autism Toolbox - Social Skills
Autism Toolbox - Social Skills
by Behavior Tool Box Inc
$2.99

This app provides strategies to help children aged 3-12 navigate social situations. It covers topics like making friends, dealing with bullying, and everyday activities such as visiting the dentist or eating out. Users can export notes and strategies as PDFs.

Social skills strategiesAge-appropriate content (3-12)Covers various social situations
🔍 Reference
(0)
paid
8
Bloom Autism Support
Bloom Autism Support
Bloom Autism Support
AI for Autism families
Free

An AI-powered companion offers guidance for autism and special needs families, covering meltdowns, IEPs, sleep, and behavior. It provides resources, tracking tools, and a supportive community.

24/7 AI support for child-specific needsGenerate Social Stories and Behavior PlansTrack behaviors and milestones
💪 Health & Fitness
(4)
free with in-app purchases
9
Gleam: Social Intelligence
Gleam: Social Intelligence
Gleam: Social Intelligence
Communication, Dating, Career
Free

Enhance your social fluency and emotional intelligence with interactive lessons and AI-powered feedback. Master communication for dating, career, and everyday interactions. Build confidence and track your progress with expert insights.

Interactive communication lessonsPersonalized AI feedbackScenario-based practice
📚 Education
(8.1K)
subscription
10
Autism: Whizkid Games
Autism: Whizkid Games
Autism: Whizkid Games
Independence for autistic kids
Free

This app transforms learning into engaging play for children with Level 3 autism. It builds real-world skills through social stories and mini-games, aligning with DSM-5 criteria. A parent dashboard tracks progress in social communication and behavioral dimensions.

Evidence-based learning through playSocial stories and mini-gamesProgress tracking mapped to DSM-5
📚 Education
(12)
free with in-app purchases
11
Social Story Creator Educators
Social Story Creator Educators
Social Story Creator Educators
Easily Create, Print & Share
$29.99

Create, share, and print visual stories, schedules, and prompts for educational purposes. This app offers pre-made stories and tools to customize content with pictures, recordings, and text for children needing support with social skills.

Create stories with pictures, recordings, and textShare and receive stories with other usersPrint PDF versions of stories
📚 Education
(2)
paid
12
Language Therapy for Kids–MITA
Language Therapy for Kids–MITA
Language Therapy for Kids–MITA
Brain Exercises for Children
Free

This app provides language and cognitive exercises for children with language delay and autism. It uses adaptive activities based on clinical data and ABA techniques to improve vocabulary, syntax, and reasoning skills. The app is designed to be engaging and can be used offline.

Clinical data-backed language therapyAdaptive exercises for all levelsFocus on vocabulary, syntax, and reasoning
🏥 Medical
(1.7K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Otsimo | Special Education 1+
Otsimo | Special Education 1+
Otsimo | Special Education 1+
Autism Games & Social Stories
Free

This app offers certified educational games and social stories designed for individuals with learning disorders, attention deficits, and autism. It helps develop cognitive, communication, and motor skills through personalized learning paths and customizable settings.

Personalized learning pathCustomizable game settingsDetailed progress reports
📚 Education
(590)
free with in-app purchases
14
ThinkAutism
ThinkAutism
ThinkAutism
Screening questionnaire
Free

This tool helps parents, educators, and medical professionals screen children aged 8-13 for potential autism spectrum disorder symptoms. It provides immediate results from a validated questionnaire and offers informational videos and resources.

15-question screening questionnaireImmediate resultsInformational videos
🏥 Medical
(8)
free
15
Autism 360
Autism 360
Autism 360
Celebrate Neurodiversity
Free

This app provides resources and tools for parents and caregivers of children with autism. It offers strategy guides, progress tracking for multiple children, and direct access to expert advice. Features include AI-powered therapy support, a daily diary with outcome reports, and a content library.

Strategy Shorts for at-home implementationTrack multiple children and individual goalsShare progress with spouse, carer, or therapist
📚 Education
(1)
free with in-app purchases
16
Potty Training Social Story
Potty Training Social Story
Potty Training Social Story
by Touch Autism
$3.99

An interactive, customizable social story and visual schedule designed to make potty training easier for children, especially those with special needs. It provides clear instructions and explanations to help children understand the process and expectations.

Customizable social story for boys/girlsVisual schedule for potty useFAQ with behavior analyst answers
📚 Education
(5)
paid
17
BluePal: Autism Assistant
BluePal: Autism Assistant
BluePal: Autism Assistant
by GOEKODIGITAL LLC
Free

This app provides comprehensive support for individuals involved in autism care, including parents, caregivers, and specialists. It offers AI-powered assistance, educational resources, RBT certification preparation, and a community forum. Users can also find local resources and access a store for educational materials.

24/7 AI Assistant for caregiving and RBT prepEducational video lessons on key skillsRBT study modes: flashcards, mock exams
📚 Education
(6)
freemium
18
Picto Story - Autism ASD
Picto Story - Autism ASD
Picto Story - Autism ASD
Read with picture symbols
Free
📚 Education
(0)
19
TrueConvos: ADHD & Autism Chat
TrueConvos: ADHD & Autism Chat
TrueConvos: ADHD & Autism Chat
Neurodivergent Community
Free

Connect with like-minded individuals in a peer support network. Share experiences, ask questions in groups, and receive advice. Personalized meditation recommendations are also available to aid your journey.

Peer support networkConnect with like-minded peopleShare experiences
💪 Health & Fitness
(10)
freemium
20
The Autism Helper
The Autism Helper
The Autism Helper
Training, Tools, & Community
Free

This app offers training, tools, and a supportive community for individuals focused on improving the lives of those with autism. Access evidence-based courses, downloadable resources, and live Q&As with experts. Connect with professionals and parents in dedicated sub-groups.

Evidence-based practice trainingEnrollable courses on behavior changeFree weekly downloadable tools
🌐 Social Networking
(20)
ad-supported

FAQ about Autism Social

What are the best autism social apps for iPhone?
NDFriends: ADHD, Autism Social tops our autism social apps ranking as of June 2026, with a 4.4-star average from 7 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 16 of the top autism social apps we rank are free to download, including NDFriends: ADHD, Autism Social and Hiki: Autism ADHD & ND Dating.
NDFriends: ADHD, Autism Social has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of June 2026.
We track 209+ autism social apps on the iOS App Store as of June 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
NDFriends is a free social networking app designed for neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD, autism, and anxiety, to find friendship, support, and community.
NDFriends is for neurodivergent friends aged 18+, including people with ADHD, autism, anxiety, and related experiences.

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