The Mindfulness App
authentic ratingA mature app with a rich history and strong names in the catalog. The silent meditation timer with bells is one of the best in class. However, the commercialization of the library (moving purchased content behind a paywall) has undermined trust among longtime users.
68real score
4.75store star
7,528ratings
About the rating
storeAvg 4.75 vs textAvg 4.48, a small gap. A few reviews about unauthorized charges exist, but most criticism is about the overly complex new interface. Positive reviews mention specific teachers (Tara Brach, Jack Kornfield), indicating real use.
Strengths
What users love
- The library includes recordings from recognized meditation teachers: Tara Brach
- Jack Kornfield
- Pema Chodron. A flexible timer with adjustable length and interval bells suits independent practice without a voice.
Weak spots
What users hate
- After a redesign navigation became less intuitive and the app feels cluttered. Guide voice quality varies widely: some read with the feeling of a script
- With no presence.
Who it is for
Practitioners familiar with the Vipassana and Insight meditation tradition for whom access to specific teachers matters more than an automated course.
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