Calm

Find your calm

4.4•11 reviews•

98 followers

Find your calm

4.4•11 reviews•

98 followers

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Calm is a software company based in San Francisco, California. It produces meditation products, including guided meditations and Sleep Stories.

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Launched on August 2nd, 2017

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4.4

Based on 11 reviews

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Calm earns consistent praise for helping users unwind, sleep better, and build steady mindfulness habits, with standout guided meditations, Sleep Stories, and polished design. Makers of

Psychpedia

credit Calm for pioneering the app-store health space and inspiring work that blends psychology with mindfulness. Makers of

SkillZilla Life Skills

commend its accessible mental-health focus. Users highlight soothing voices and frequent content updates, though some want easier navigation, more variety, and less self-improvement framing. Overall, a reliable daily companion that reduces stress and supports relaxation.

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Pros

guided meditations (6)

sleep stories (6)

soothing background sounds (4)

premium subscription (2)

suitable for beginners and experienced users (2)

user-friendly interface (2)

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•11 reviews

Calm is one of the best apps for meditation, sleep, and relaxation. It offers guided meditations, breathing exercises, and sleep stories that help reduce stress and improve focus. The soothing background sounds and nature-inspired music make it a great companion for unwinding after a long day. I love how it caters to both beginners and experienced meditators, with a variety of sessions covering anxiety, mindfulness, and self-improvement. The sleep stories, narrated by calming voices, are a standout feature. While the free version has limited content, the premium subscription unlocks a vast library of resources that make it well worth it.

What's great

guided meditations (6)sleep stories (6)premium subscription (2)soothing background sounds (4)variety of sessions (1)suitable for beginners and experienced users (2)

What needs improvement

limited free content (1)

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•1 review

The only good thing I can really say about this app is that the rain soundscapes are probably the best I've found on any app. The stories were weird for trying to sleep to, but maybe that's just me. The ability to browse all of their content is somewhat limited as well--hard to know where to navigate to sometimes. A lot of what I listened to, especially in the Daily Jay, seemed over-focused on productivity, being the best I can be, self-improvement, etc.--rather than learning to accept and love myself as I am. Self help content can often be subtly toxic this way, and I'd rather not get it from something selling itself as having psychological benefits. I told my therapist that I had gotten it, and she promptly told me to uninstall it--turns out she hates the app with a passion, and many of her colleagues feel likewise. My qualifications: I have practiced meditation for years--both silent, zen-style meditation with a local sangha and guided meditations a la Headspace. I struggle with depression, PTSD, and ADHD and have experienced many treatment modalities over the years--including extensive mindfulness practice. TLDR: some good, but plenty of toxic self help rather than evidence-based psychological content. Plenty of other apps that are cheaper or free.

What's great

soothing background sounds (4)

What needs improvement

complex navigation (1)toxic self-help content (1)

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9 views3yr ago

•10 reviews

I use Calm every evening to help unwind and reduce stress after a busy day. The guided meditations and sleep stories have improved my relaxation and helped me sleep better. Some content feels repetitive, but overall, it has become a valuable part of my self-care routine and mental well-being.

What's great

guided meditations (6)sleep stories (6)

What needs improvement

repetitive content (1)

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6 views9mo ago

•11 reviews

What's great

guided meditations (6)sleep stories (6)premium subscription (2)soothing background sounds (4)variety of sessions (1)suitable for beginners and experienced users (2)

What needs improvement

limited free content (1)

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14 views1yr ago

•1 review

What's great

soothing background sounds (4)

What needs improvement

complex navigation (1)toxic self-help content (1)

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9 views3yr ago

•10 reviews

What's great

guided meditations (6)sleep stories (6)

What needs improvement

repetitive content (1)

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6 views9mo ago