Ranked 2 of 7 in best meditation apps
Sleep library of more than 500 sleep stories and sounds, with wide platform reach: iOS, Android and the web, plus Apple Watch and Wear OS. The full library needs a subscription, unlike Medito and Smiling Mind.
Best for Sleep stories and relaxation sessions
About Calm
Calm's library covers meditation, sleep, stress and anxiety, mindfulness and soundscapes. Its sleep content includes more than 500 sleep stories, and its Sleep Sounds library has more than 500 options. The app is available on iOS, Android and the web, and it also runs on Apple TV, Apple Watch, Google Wear OS and Samsung Health.
A Calm subscription unlocks the full library, and subscriptions can be canceled at any time. Purchases made through Apple or Google are managed in each store's subscription settings. Calm's Organizations product is aimed at companies, so the consumer app is one part of a larger service.
Key features
- 500+ sleep stories
- Soundscapes and music
- Apple Watch and Wear OS
- Web app
- Calm for Organizations
Strengths
- Over 500 sleep stories and sleep sounds
- Runs on iOS, Android and the web
- Works with Apple Watch and Wear OS
Limits
- Full library requires a paid subscription
- Store purchases must be canceled through Apple or Google
Where Calm ranks
| List | Rank | Score | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Meditation apps | 2 of 7 | 91.5 | Sleep stories and relaxation sessions |
Alternatives to Calm
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Questions about Calm
- Is Calm free?
- Calm is a paid product (subscription). Subscription with a free trial; full library is paid.
- Is Calm open source?
- No. Calm is proprietary software; its source code is not public.
- Which platforms does Calm support?
- Calm is available on: iOS, Android, Web.
- What is Calm best for?
- Sleep stories and relaxation sessions. In our ranking of meditation apps it is number 2 of 7 with a score of 91.5.
- What are the best alternatives to Calm?
- The highest-ranked alternatives on listme.name are Headspace, Medito, Waking Up, Happier Meditation.