Ananda - PREMIUM Reviews

by Merrillrubin

Just ordered your app — succumbed to the indulgence a paid App for the first time and, unfortunately, it does NOT seem to be working. . . Heard Nature Sounds and selected various ones, heard sound effects and selected those along with Monks singing Om, etc. BUT, when I turn to my original interest, am neither able to use the binaural beats NOR the meditation. I was actually truly interested in Ananda so it disappoints me greatly to have not only bothered but also then to not even be able to use it! ! ! (There also doesn’t seem to be any decent instructions on how to use Ananda but I hardly believe that it is rocket science. . .

Do Very MUCH HOPE that you are able to help me with this! ! ! ! Am VERY disappointed! ! ! !

by Iuyree

I asked the team to fix issues but they didn’t so I thought if I write this review they would do something to fix the problems: annoying birds sounds cutting very loudly and suddenly the chosen theme sound especially when in a combination of two or three sounds, Aum sound missing in a certain chosen combination. Binaural beats are sometimes skipped when playing. That’s too bad as I really like the concept of Ananda.

by CAQueen

FINALLY! Others r complaining about that horrible narrow white font on that bright green. Just AWFUL. Gave me a headache trying 2 read the font. I am legally blind so u’d have 2 redesign the whole font/UI 4 it 2 b legible 2 me. Look, even sighted people r complaining. Please listen & redesign the visual font so IT’S EASIER 2 READ. Gr8 app rendered useless by whoever’s idea it was 2 use thin white faded lettering on an overwhelmingly bright aqua backround. Who’s idea was this? R they prejudiced against blind people? Did they just want this 2 b as difficult as possible 2 c 4 every1? Fire them. They clearly have no sensitivity or consideration 4 others.

by Person 435

I am happy with the sound quality. The color scheme is very difficult to read in low light. The fonts and graphics for the timer are in white and narrow, which makes it difficult to read unless I hold it 18 inches away. It would be nice to be able to decipher the timer from 36” away so I can set it nearby when meditating. The bright greenish background is intense and washes out the narrow font and graphics.

by Tryanotherbinauralapp

Beware. I was using Ananda earlier in the day and stopped using it around 3-3:30 (but I did not close Ananda ). My phone was plugged in and it was at 100% when the program finished and I stopped using Ananda . Right now it is 5pm and my battery is drained to 55%. I’ve just looked at my iPhone battery minder in the settings and it shows that Ananda has been running in the background this whole time! Other apps that I actually opened to use only ate up a much smaller percentage of the battery life. I just left the house and will not be able to recharge my phone tonight. Beware!!!

by Baby Dea

This is a great app, especially because it's so customizable. However, I wish you could customize each "binaural beat" with its own assigned "sounds."

For example, I love the sound of birds, but I uncheck the box for sleeping because I associate singing birds with morning & waking up & energy.

But when I want the energy or the wake up "binaural beat" the birds sounds would be perfect. It would be nice to not have to go back & check off the sounds you want or don't want for each different binaural beat, especially when there are several involved that could be assigned to several different binaural beats.

I hope this made sense 😊

by Grimmiekins

I use this app to improve my focus when I’m trying to perform tasks. Even when medicated I still struggle with adult ADHD. I’ve used the Focus & Concentration setting a lot, and it makes things like journaling go much faster. I’m sure I will be trying out several of the other settings in the near future.

The controls are very simple. It did take me a little effort to fully grasp them, though. The help documentation is actually, well, helpful! It explains that whatever sounds you check are sort of woven into your meditation randomly. Pretty awesome.

I didn’t care for all the sounds being checked at first. That’s a lot of tapping to uncheck if you don’t want a ton of different sounds. Needs a toggle to check or uncheck all.

One thing I’d like to see is the ability to save meditations. I would like to save my length, meditation type, and specific sound selections for easy playback later. Like, I would like to save a 20 minute Focus & Concentration meditation with just nature sounds as “Journaling”.

All in all, I like this app very much.

by Mitchel223

I love this. It actually works for some reason. So awesome. Only thing I would say, is if you could add some way to add more minutes onto a session while you are in one. Because sometimes I set a session for too short of a time and then I have to go back in stop the session and put the session for longer. Put like a quick add button. Awesome app though

by S T-Rex

Ananda really helps to keep my mind focused and clear during my mindfulness meditation. Very flexible with all the bineral beats and sound effects that you could want, and has a flexible timer that can be adjusted for all needs. Very worth the nominal cost for the premium version.

by 💩🪒🚿

I have sleeping problems, and there’s 3 different sounds I can choose that put me to sleep easy and each one gives me different types of dreams, so every night I can choose if I want to dream of something emotional in my life, or something that has never happened but I can try to make meaning of, or just something far out and cool. I won’t say I can choose what the dream is about though.
Also, the attentive sound helps me with studying. I’ve never been able to read more than a few pages of a book without my mind wandering off or falling asleep, but I played that sound and learned a whole lesson of Japanese that took an hour and a half from a textbook I bought without getting sidetracked or tired one time.
I really can’t think of anything else that it could have other than a stress relief sound or a hypnotic sound that would help with quitting smoking or drinking. But at the same time I’m not an expert so I don’t know if you can even do that

by Jaysunshine

I have severe depression. I get treated with ketamine every two months and when I do my treatments, I use Ananda . The binaural beats and meditative sounds actually guide me through the journey of ketamine dissociation, and have helped me to overcome my depression and suicidal ideation. I am very thankful for Ananda and I’d highly recommend it.

by Bomiankang

this app offers a lot to unpack. I’m still experimenting. Not all programs will resonate with everyone and in terms of the amount of sounds to choose from, fairly often less is more, at least for me. I could only wish for a Gamma program or two — maybe in a future update?

by Octoberskyy

I’ve tried other “meditation” apps before and they were okay. But nothing that really did much for me and definitely nothing that kept me intrigued enough to come back. I’ve tried meditation over the years, off and on without much success. My mind always tended to wander too much and I just couldn’t stay interested to continue meditating. As what I would consider an amateur at it, I have to say, I’m really blown away by this app. All I can say is, it felt like it transported me to another place and I was completely immersed. My head felt weightless and I had an out of body experience. I don’t know if it has to do with the binaural beats, or the subtle sounds, whatever it is, I didn’t have to “think” about meditating, it sort of just helped me get there without any effort. The greatest thing, is that the hardest thing for me is to shut my mind off, and outside noises off. It helped me do that and I didn’t even see it coming. I’m definitely impressed, and highly recommend this. What a great app. Who’d ever think and app could help you relax!

by Eanbay

I have found this to remarkably effective. I have used the restorative sleep and power nap modes. Both took me down into a deep sleep and then brought me back out of it at the end of my session feeling quite rejuvenated. I'm going to try using the memorization mode next as I have some things I need to commit to memory. Will post an update after that if I find it helpful.

by Trinikiddie

I use it for power naps and when I am fitful and can’t get to sleep with all the stuff rolling around my head. I keep the volume low, the gongs and heavy thunderstorms off and the binaural beats mid range. When I focus on them and relax the muscles in my face I’m out like a light. I do have to wake up to take my earphones off though! Small price to pay.

by Flyboy 5

Love Ananda! Have tried several apps for meditation and this has become my “go to” app. Love it’s simplicity and the control it gives you.
If you are trying develop a daily meditation routine and looking for a guided app this is not it. However, if you have developed a habit of daily meditation, or are looking for an app that remains in the background and does not dominate your process then this is it. Highly recommended.

by JDHock

I have been using his app for a year now and I use it almost every day. It is amazing! It helps me sleep deeper at night. It helps me take power naps that leave me refreshed and energized. It helps me concentrate and focus while working. It helps me meditate. It is by far the most practical and beneficial app I have ever used. Binaural beats really do help sync your brain waves to an optimal state of mental energy. Just beware of device battery drain if you don’t close Ananda when you’re finished using it.

by Sam Poses

I have meditated for 50 years I never found an app like this app. I’ve gone places in this app that I’ve never gone before. The sounds are weird but effective. The only criticism am I have is that given their ability with sounds they could create a workout background for exercise bikes treadmills and other repetitive, if you only listen to one meditation app this is the one. I’ve been trying to get in touch with the developer defined out how they do it and what other things that they could add.

They obviously have technology that no one else has. Thank you to who ever develop Ananda and improve my life Sam🙏

by EZE Ruthless

Ananda just works. With a wide variety of sounds and brain wave levels, this is my go-to app for meditation whether I have a headache, need to focus, want a power nap, or just want to explore the possibility of lucid dreaming.

What’s more, these developers deserve our respect. They’re not holding key features behind a pay wall. They’re not trying to foist an annoying subscription fee on us. And they’re not in the underhanded business of data harvesting: when you look at the privacy label, it is refreshingly brief: “The developer does not collect any data from Ananda ”. To me, that speaks to the developer’s sense of integrity: it seems that their motive is to actually provide a service and help people (imagine that). All they do is make consistent updates to keep Ananda running smoothly; wish there were many more developers like this.

by Kabula Mongoni

I have used the Restorative Sleep app for about 2 weeks now, and it has really helped with my insomnia issue. I awake refreshed and in a good mood. That in turn has helped with my depression issue. I’m in a better mood, friendlier, etc.... I have also been using the Focus and Concentration mode to great success. I have been more productive, and it also helps to block out the sounds from my noisy office.

by Ionnokx

Exactly what I was looking for in a Meditation app. I love that the effects and ambience are random and seamlessly change throughout the experience. So many other apps fall short because of redundancy which becomes distracting during meditation. Thank you!