Honest comparisons to help you find the right mental health tool. We believe in transparency -- including being clear about when a competitor might be a better fit for you.
Built by a licensed clinical psychologist (Psy.D.) with 40+ peer-reviewed citations. Not a wellness brand -- a clinical toolkit.
Designed for panic attacks, 3am insomnia, and pre-meeting anxiety. Not 15-minute meditation sessions.
Your data stays on your device. No analytics tracking, no data selling, no behavioral profiling.
No gamification. No guilt mechanics. You come back because it helps, not because an app guilts you into it.
Meditation & sleep app
Looking for a Calm alternative with clinical-grade therapeutic techniques instead of guided meditation? See how Strua compares.
Meditation & mindfulness app
Exploring Headspace alternatives that go beyond meditation? Strua offers CBT, DBT, and mindfulness tools built by a clinical psychologist.
AI mental health chatbot
Looking for a Woebot alternative with guided techniques instead of chatbot conversations? Compare Strua's clinician-designed approach.
| Strua | Calm | Headspace | Woebot | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Built by | Clinical Psychologist | Wellness brand | Wellness brand | AI researchers |
| Approach | CBT, DBT, mindfulness tools | Guided meditation | Guided meditation | AI chatbot |
| Session length | 2-5 min | 10-30 min | 3-20 min | 5-15 min |
| Research citations | 40+ | Limited | Some studies | Several RCTs |
| Privacy | On-device only | Cloud storage | Cloud storage | Cloud storage |
| Free tier | 7 tools, no time limit | Limited | Limited | Free with limits |
| Gamification | None (intentionally) | Streaks, badges | Streaks, badges | Mood tracking |
| Price (annual) | $79.99/yr | $69.99/yr | $69.99/yr | Free / varies |
7 evidence-based tools. No credit card. No streaks. Just help when you need it.
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