Free BetterHelp alternatives: 2 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

2 of the 8 BetterHelp alternatives we track can be used for free (free, open source, or with a free plan). Headspace and Wysa rank highest, with facts last verified Nov 8, 2026.

Quick comparison

#	App	Pricing	Verified price	Open source	Platforms	Verified facts	Score
1	Headspace	Free plan + paid	$99.99 a year for up to 6 people	No	iOS, Android, Web	6 of 6	54.4
2	Wysa	Free plan + paid	$50 per employee/year	No	iOS, Android, Web	6 of 6	42.3

1. HeadspaceTop pick
Best for: Beginners who want structured courses and a tidy app, and students on the cheap plan
Free plan + paidiOS, Android, Web
54.4
score / 100
Why switch from BetterHelp
Pairs its meditation library with text-based coaching and licensed therapy, useful if you want self-guided tools alongside sessions.
Pros
Structured beginner courses starting from Basics
Sleep, focus music and movement sessions in one app
Family plan for six and a low-cost student plan
14-day free trial on the yearly plan
Cons
Little free content without a subscription
App increasingly promotes coaching and therapy services
Courses can feel basic for experienced meditators
Visit Headspace Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.352
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.15100
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Headspace a good BetterHelp alternative?
Verified facts
6 of 6 verified
Free trial
14 days
Checked Nov 8, 2026headspace.com(opens source in a new tab)
Family plan
$99.99 a year for up to 6 people
Checked Nov 8, 2026headspace.com(opens source in a new tab)
Student plan
$9.99/yr for verified students
Checked Nov 8, 2026headspace.com(opens source in a new tab)
Minimum age
18+, with limited exceptions
Checked Nov 8, 2026headspace.com(opens source in a new tab)
Owner
Part of Sword
Checked Nov 8, 2026headspace.com(opens source in a new tab)
Student discount
$9.99 a year for verified students
Checked Nov 8, 2026headspace.com(opens source in a new tab)
2. Wysa
Best for: People who want private, low-cost support for stress or low mood before or between therapy sessions.
Free plan + paidiOS, Android, Web
42.3
score / 100
Why switch from BetterHelp
Free, anonymous AI support with CBT exercises if therapy is too costly right now.
Pros
Talking to the AI is free and needs no real name
Exercises are based on CBT and other established techniques
Optional human coaching in several languages, including Hindi and Spanish
Free premium access for many employer and health-service users
Cons
Not a crisis or emergency service
Human coaching costs extra and is only offered in some countries
Coaches are wellbeing professionals, not a full substitute for psychotherapy
Visit Wysa Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.312
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.15100
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Wysa a good BetterHelp alternative?
Verified facts
6 of 6 verified
Free plan
Yes, AI chat and in-chat tools
Checked Nov 8, 2026wysa.com(opens source in a new tab)
Platforms
Android, iOS, web
Checked Nov 8, 2026wysa.com(opens source in a new tab)
Human coaching
Paid add-on in some locations
Checked Nov 8, 2026wysa.com(opens source in a new tab)
Coach qualifications
Master's in psychology or social work, or coaching certification
Checked Nov 8, 2026wysa.com(opens source in a new tab)
Users
6 million+
Checked Nov 8, 2026wysa.com(opens source in a new tab)
Teams plan
$50 per employee/year
Checked Nov 8, 2026wysa.com(opens source in a new tab)

Quick comparison

1. HeadspaceTop pick

Pros

Cons

Verified facts

2. Wysa

Pros

Cons

Verified facts