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Headspace vs Insight Timer: catalog facts
Headspace	Insight Timer
Paid Subscription service with a free trial.	Freemium Large free library of guided sessions, with an optional paid membership.
Android, iOS	Android, iOS
Large library of guided meditations and sleep content Content for children and families	Large library of free guided sessions Built-in timer for unguided meditation
Requires a paid subscription after the trial Ownership is changing with the Sword acquisition	Proprietary service Some content is reserved for paying members
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Hosted service
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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