Headspace review

Headspace remains the easiest way to learn meditation from zero. The Basics course explains what to do and why in a few minutes a day, and the app then branches into sessions for stress, sleep, focus and movement. Sleepcasts and sleep music help with rest, Move Mode adds short workouts, and a daily morning session gives you a reason to open the app. The design is calm and simple, so you rarely wonder what to do next. Pricing is clear: $12.99 a month after a 7-day trial, or $69.99 a year after a 14-day trial, with student and family plans listed separately, and coaching and therapy are separate paid services. There is no free tier, and seasoned meditators may find the guidance too gentle. For anyone who has tried meditating and given up, Headspace is the app most likely to make it stick.

Who it is for

Beginners who want a friendly, structured way to start meditating.

Price

$12.99 per month with a 7-day trial, or $69.99 per year ($5.83 a month) with a 14-day trial; student and family plans available.

Monthly - 7 days free - $12.99 USD/month
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 4, 2026.

Key features

• Beginner courses and everyday mindfulness sessions
• Sleepcasts, sleep music and audio for rest
• Move Mode workouts for body and mind
• Focus music and daily morning content
• Optional mental health coaching

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Clear beginner path that makes starting easy
• Strength: Broad library across sleep, stress, focus and movement
• Strength: Student and family plans published
• Weakness: No permanent free plan
• Weakness: Coaching and therapy cost extra
• Weakness: Experienced meditators may find sessions too basic

Key facts

• Monthly price: $12.99 USD
• Annual price: $69.99 USD, about $5.83 a month
• Free trial: 14 days on annual, 7 days on monthly
• Other plans: Student and Family

Where it ranks

Headspace is No. 1 in our Best Meditation Apps verdict.