Report updated Apr 6, 2026
Touchstones
v3.1.13Men in recovery from addiction who are seeking daily inspirational guidance and a structured, reliable companion for their journey.
What Is Touchstones?
Launched Oct 21, 2010
Updated Feb 2026
What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
What does it look like?
What are the key features?
Access to 366 daily readings designed specifically for men in recovery
Includes lists of the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions for AA/NA support
Search all 366 readings and jump to specific dates using a calendar tool
Customizable font sizes and light/dark mode settings
Save favorite meditations and share content via text or email
What do users think? iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
“Recent user voice shows a thrilled sentiment. Users appreciate life-changing content and convenience and accessibility, but report feature limitations and intrusive ui.”
What Users Love
It helps ground me for the day and is helping me stay sober.
It seems on my weakest days this app sends me the exact Reading and meditation at just the right time.
Great app, more convenient than the paper book, and always at my fingertips!
It is great to not have to lug another book around.
Pain Points
I would love it if it was possible to push a button and have it read out loud to me.
Only complaint is you can't highlight passages for review later.
Irritating self-promoting splash screen. Just get to the thought of the day, already!
High confidence · 1.6K reviews available
How is it ranked?
| Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Paid | #77 | ▼25 |
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- High brand authority (Hazelden Betty Ford)
- Exceptional user sentiment and 4.9-star rating
- Strong niche focus on masculinity in recovery
- High-quality, clinically-backed content
Cons
- Lack of modern features (audio/TTS, highlighting)
- Android version lacks parity with iOS success
- One-time purchase model limits recurring revenue
- UI friction from splash screens
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Introduce audio narration for daily readings
- Add interactive tools like journaling or highlighting
- Scale Android marketing and feature set
- Transition to freemium/subscription for recurring value
Market Threats
- Modern curriculum-based apps (e.g., Reframe)
- Official AA/NA apps offering free content
- Declining chart visibility (recent ↓25 rank drop)
- General meditation apps expanding into addiction niches
Who competes with Touchstones?
The Nemesis
I Am Sober
I Am Sober LLC
While broader in scope, its daily pledges and community-driven motivational readings capture the same daily habit.
While broader in scope, its daily pledges and community-driven motivational readings capture the same daily habit.
Peers
Insight Timer: Meditate, Sleep
Insight Network Inc
A broad meditation app with a massive dedicated sub-section for addiction and recovery meditations.
A broad meditation app with a massive dedicated sub-section for addiction and recovery meditations.
New Kids on the Block
A fast-growing, curriculum-based recovery app that uses modern UI and daily lessons to disrupt traditional recovery tools.
160-day Evidence-Based Program
What are the key takeaways?
Touchstones is a thrilling book app that is a paid app. With a 4.9/5 rating from 1.6K reviews, it thrills its users from users. Users particularly appreciate life-changing content, though feature limitations remains a common concern.
Best for: Men in recovery from addiction who are seeking daily inspirational guidance and a structured, reliable companion for their journey.
How much does it cost?
Model: paid
The app utilizes a premium, one-time purchase model, positioning it as a professional-grade, reliable recovery tool rather than an ad-supported or subscription-based service.
iOS Version
3.1.13
Android Version
2.0.1
Release Date
Oct 21, 2010
iOS Price
$7.99
Android Price
Free
Developer
BookMobile