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Headspace vs Waking Up: catalog facts
Headspace	Waking Up
Paid Subscription service with a free trial.	Paid Paid membership with a seven-day free trial and money-back guarantee.
Android, iOS	Web
Large library of guided meditations and sleep content Content for children and families	Courses and series from several meditation teachers Conversations exploring the ideas behind the practice
Requires a paid subscription after the trial Ownership is changing with the Sword acquisition	Requires a paid membership after the trial Focus on philosophy may not suit those wanting quick relaxation only
Downloadable app	Hosted service
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Account needed	Account 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 24, 2026

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