CHOOSING AN APP
Compare Freedom, Reframe, I Am Sober and Sober Sidekick
Different apps put different kinds of help first. Compare the tools and access model that fit your needs, rather than assuming one app is right for everyone.
How we made this comparison
Freedom / SK LABS publishes this page and develops Freedom. We have a commercial interest in our product. The comparison uses current Freedom capabilities and official competitor descriptions checked on October 8, 2026.
The comparison covers features described by each publisher. It does not assess treatment effectiveness or rank the apps. Prices, eligibility and features can change; follow the source links and check the offer before subscribing.
Four approaches side by side
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| App | Tracking | Learning | Community | Human support | Pricing model | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freedom | Alcohol-free counter, calendar, estimated savings and wellbeing records | Two completed lessons; further program content in development | Member posts and comments; optional anonymous contributions | Private text and voice messages to staff; replies depend on availability; separate services may cost extra | Paid app membership; store offer and trial eligibility apply | Mobile app coming to iOS and Android |
| Reframe | Drink and progress tracking [1] | Daily educational tasks and courses [1] | Private community [1] | Optional premium Thrive Coaching with 1:1 recovery-coach access and live calls [3] | Subscription with optional paid add-ons; check the current offer [2] | Public app listing available; check your device and region [3] |
| I Am Sober | Sobriety tracking, daily pledges, reviews and savings [4] | Full workbook and guided journaling with Sober Plus [5] | Communities organized around addictions and milestones [4] | Professional 1:1 mentor messaging not confirmed in the reviewed official pages [4] [5] | Free core app with optional Sober Plus subscription [5] | Public iOS and Android download links [4] |
| Sober Sidekick | Sobriety milestones and streak tracking [6] | Articles, meditations and podcasts [6] | Peer recovery community [7] | Advertises “Talk to Someone Now”; professional 1:1 mentor messaging not confirmed by these sources [6] [7] | Free to use; supported by US health-plan partnerships [7] | Available on iOS and Android [6] |
Choose the kind of help you will use
Start with your most common situation. If daily reflection matters to you, examine the tracking and workbook experience. If connection matters most, look at how the community works and what privacy controls it offers.
If you want one-to-one human help, verify who provides it, how you communicate, when replies are available and whether it costs extra. Peer responses, coaching, app support and licensed treatment are different services.
- Check what stays available without a subscription.
- Read renewal terms and cancellation instructions before starting a trial.
- Check whether the app supports your goal and is available in your region.
- Look at privacy settings before sharing personal health information.
What “not confirmed” means
We did not find enough information in the listed official sources to establish that exact capability. It does not mean the feature is absent. We use this wording instead of a negative checkmark when the evidence is incomplete.
A longer feature list does not establish better outcomes. Choose professional medical support separately when it is needed; none of these feature rows evaluates withdrawal care.
Common questions
Which app is best?
There is no overall winner in this comparison. The right fit depends on your goal, budget, preferred tools and support needs.
Why are exact prices missing?
Subscription offers can vary by platform, region, eligibility and promotion. We compare the access model and link to official information; the checkout offer determines what you pay.
Is this an independent review?
No. Freedom / SK LABS develops Freedom and publishes this comparison. We disclose that interest and use cited official descriptions rather than assigning a ranking.
Sources & further reading
- Reframe app featuresReframe / Glucobit Inc. · Checked
- Reframe pricing and subscriptionReframe / Glucobit Inc. · Checked
- Reframe: Cut Back on Alcohol — developer descriptionGlucobit Inc. via Google Play · Checked
- I Am Sober appI Am Sober · Checked
- I Am Sober FAQI Am Sober · Checked
- How Sober Sidekick worksSober Sidekick / Empathy Health Technologies · Checked
- Sober Sidekick FAQSober Sidekick / Empathy Health Technologies · Checked
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