Insight Timer

A huge free library of guided meditations, talks, music and sleep content.

Free planiPhoneAndroidMacWeb

PriceFree; MemberPlus about $10/month or $60/year

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Our verdict

The best free meditation library for most people, with plenty to explore before paying anything. The sheer volume can feel scattered if you want one guided path.

Good

Very large free library
Customisable meditation timer
Phone, Mac and web

Not so good

Offline listening and courses need MemberPlus
So much content it can be hard to choose

Best for

people who want it freeevery device

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