#1 · Secular
Waking Up
£99/yr · 4.8
A serious, structured path into meditation.
Pros
- Depth and rigour
- Free if you can't afford it
Cons
- Not a beginner's first app
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| # | Product | Best for | Price | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waking Up | Secular | £99/yr | 4.8 | Check price |
| 2 | Headspace | Beginner | £49.99/yr | 4.6 | Check price |
| 3 | Insight Timer | Library | Free / £59.99/yr | 4.5 | Check price |
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#2 · Beginner
Headspace
£49.99/yr · 4.6
Approachable courses for daily practice.
Pros
- Friendly
- Structured
Cons
- Less depth long-term
#3 · Library
Insight Timer
Free / £59.99/yr · 4.5
Thousands of free guided meditations.
Pros
- Massive free tier
- Diverse teachers
Cons
- Variable quality
Benefits
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