Ranked 4 of 7 in best meditation apps
The most philosophical choice here, with lessons and conversations on nonduality, free will and stoicism beside guided meditations. The annual plan costs $129.99, and a seven-day trial is offered.
Best for Meditation with philosophy and teaching
About Waking Up
Waking Up pairs guided meditations with lessons and conversations on topics such as nonduality, free will and stoicism. The app organizes content into Practice, Theory and Life, and it starts new users with a 30-day introductory course by Sam Harris. Users can save favorites, curate playlists and download sessions for offline listening.
Membership is sold as an annual plan at $129.99 or a monthly plan at $19.99, and the site offers a seven-day free trial. The company says it donates at least 10 percent of its profits to effective charities, and it runs a scholarship program for people who cannot afford membership. Sessions lean toward philosophy and teaching, not only relaxation.
Key features
- 30-day introductory course
- Offline downloads
- Playlists and favorites
- Scholarship program
- Seven-day trial
Strengths
- Structured 30-day introductory course
- Covers philosophy as well as meditation
- Offline downloads and playlists
Limits
- Subscription only, with no free tier
- Sessions lean toward philosophy rather than relaxation
Where Waking Up ranks
| List | Rank | Score | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Meditation apps | 4 of 7 | 85.5 | Meditation with philosophy and teaching |
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Questions about Waking Up
- Is Waking Up free?
- Waking Up is a paid product (subscription). Annual $129.99 or monthly $19.99 after a seven-day trial.
- Is Waking Up open source?
- No. Waking Up is proprietary software; its source code is not public.
- Which platforms does Waking Up support?
- Waking Up is available on: iOS, Android.
- What is Waking Up best for?
- Meditation with philosophy and teaching. In our ranking of meditation apps it is number 4 of 7 with a score of 85.5.
- What are the best alternatives to Waking Up?
- The highest-ranked alternatives on listme.name are Headspace, Calm, Medito, Happier Meditation.