Medito vs Headspace

Two approaches to mindfulness

Headspace is a well-known meditation app co-founded by Andy Puddicombe, a former Buddhist monk. It uses animations and a friendly tone to make meditation approachable. It operates as a for-profit company with a subscription starting at $69.99/year.

Medito is a free, open-source meditation app built by a non-profit foundation. All content is free, no account is required, and there are no ads or upsells.

Feature comparison

Feature	Medito	Headspace
Price	Free, forever	$69.99/year
Free trial	Not needed	7 days
Account required	No	Yes
Guided meditations	Hundreds	Hundreds
Sleep content	Yes, free	Yes, premium
Breathing exercises	Yes, free	Yes, mixed
Beginner courses	Yes, free	Limited free
Focus music	No	Yes, premium
Meditation timer	Yes, free	Yes, premium
Animations	No	Yes
Ads	None	None
Open source	Yes	No
Non-profit	Yes	No

Who is Headspace for?

Headspace is ideal if you enjoy animated guides, a structured curriculum with Andy Puddicombe’s teaching style, and features like focus music and move workouts. It’s a comprehensive wellness platform, but most features require a subscription.

Who is Medito for?

Medito is for anyone who wants straightforward, high-quality meditation content without paying. There are no animations or gamification — just guided meditations, courses, sleep content, and breathing exercises. All free, all the time.

The bottom line

If you want a polished, animated wellness platform and don’t mind the subscription, Headspace delivers. If you want the core meditation experience without any cost, Medito has you covered.