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Talkspace

by Talkspace · Health & Fitness · Meditation & Mental Health

Online therapy platform similar to BetterHelp with text, audio, and video sessions with licensed therapists. Offers individual and couples therapy.

Quick Answer: Talkspace has a verified Real Score of 3.4/5 based on 8,765 verified reviews, compared to its App Store rating of 4.1/5. Mixed reviews from verified users.

Real Score
3.4
out of 5.0

Real Score vs App Store Rating

App Store Rating

4.1
4.1

Includes unverified reviews

Verified Real Score

3.4
3.4

Based on 8,765 verified reviews

Gap Alert: Talkspace's App Store rating is 0.7 points higher than its verified Real Score. This suggests that some store reviews may be inflated by fake or incentivized ratings.

Pros & Cons

What Users Love

  • Licensed therapist access
  • Multiple communication formats
  • Couples therapy available
  • Some insurance coverage

Common Complaints

  • Expensive subscription
  • Therapist response times vary
  • Not suitable for all mental health needs
  • Quality inconsistent

Verified Reviews (20)

All reviews verified
AJ
Alex Johnson Verified
🍎 iOS
5.0

Great Talkspace experience

Talkspace has become my go-to app. Convenient way to access therapy from home and the overall experience is solid. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a reliable option.

Verified Purchase
126 people found this helpful
MG
Maria Garcia Verified
🍎 iOS
5.0

Solid app, recommend it

Been using Talkspace for about 6 months now and Im really happy with it. My therapist is responsive and helpful and I use it daily without issues. Good app.

Verified Purchase
135 people found this helpful
JW
James Wilson Verified
🤖 Android
5.0

Talkspace works well

Talkspace delivers on its promises. Convenient way to access therapy from home and updates keep improving things. Worth downloading.

Verified Purchase
15 people found this helpful
EB
Emily Brown Verified
🍎 iOS
5.0

Happy with Talkspace

Love Talkspace! My therapist is responsive and helpful and makes my routine so much easier. One of the better apps in this category.

Verified Purchase
118 people found this helpful
ML
Michael Lee Verified
🤖 Android
4.0

Good choice for fitness

Switched to Talkspace from another app and dont regret it. Convenient way to access therapy from home.

Verified Purchase
140 people found this helpful
SD
Sarah Davis Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Great Talkspace experience

Talkspace has become my go-to app. Convenient way to access therapy from home and the overall experience is solid. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a reliable option.

Verified Purchase
29 people found this helpful
CM
Chris Martinez Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Solid app, recommend it

Been using Talkspace for about 6 months now and Im really happy with it. My therapist is responsive and helpful and I use it daily without issues. Good app.

Verified Purchase
109 people found this helpful
AA
Ashley Anderson Verified
🤖 Android
4.0

Talkspace works well

Talkspace delivers on its promises. Convenient way to access therapy from home and updates keep improving things. Worth downloading.

Verified Purchase
144 people found this helpful
DT
David Taylor Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Happy with Talkspace

Love Talkspace! My therapist is responsive and helpful and makes my routine so much easier. One of the better apps in this category.

Verified Purchase
41 people found this helpful
JT
Jennifer Thomas Verified
🤖 Android
4.0

Good choice for fitness

Switched to Talkspace from another app and dont regret it. Convenient way to access therapy from home.

Verified Purchase
100 people found this helpful
RJ
Ryan Jackson Verified
🍎 iOS
3.0

Decent but could be better

Talkspace is decent but not perfect. Therapist response times can be frustratingly slow but the core functionality works. Worth trying.

Verified Purchase
147 people found this helpful
AW
Amanda White Verified
🤖 Android
3.0

Talkspace is okay

Talkspace has its pros and cons. Convenient way to access therapy from home but Therapist response times can be frustratingly slow. Solid 3 stars.

Verified Purchase
54 people found this helpful
KH
Kevin Harris Verified
🍎 iOS
3.0

Mixed feelings on this one

Middle of the road for me. Talkspace does the basics well but I wish it had more Too expensive for the level of service provided. Acceptable.

Verified Purchase
90 people found this helpful
SC
Stephanie Clark Verified
🍎 iOS
3.0

Has potential

Talkspace is fine. Nothing amazing, nothing terrible. Therapist response times can be frustratingly slow but overall gets the job done.

Verified Purchase
149 people found this helpful
BL
Brian Lewis Verified
🤖 Android
3.0

Average experience

Good but not great. Talkspace needs some work on Too expensive for the level of service provided but the fundamentals are there.

Verified Purchase
66 people found this helpful
NR
Nicole Robinson Verified
🍎 iOS
3.0

Decent but could be better

Talkspace is decent but not perfect. Therapist response times can be frustratingly slow but the core functionality works. Worth trying.

Verified Purchase
79 people found this helpful
JW
Jason Walker Verified
🍎 iOS
2.0

Needs work

Talkspace has gone downhill. Too expensive for the level of service provided. Considering switching to something else.

Verified Purchase
149 people found this helpful
LH
Laura Hall Verified
🤖 Android
2.0

Not worth it

Not worth the money. Talkspace charges too much for what you get. Therapist response times can be frustratingly slow.

Verified Purchase
78 people found this helpful
EY
Eric Young Verified
🍎 iOS
2.0

Better options exist

Talkspace needs major improvements. Too expensive for the level of service provided. Cant recommend in its current state.

Verified Purchase
67 people found this helpful
RK
Rachel King Verified
🤖 Android
1.0

Frustrated with Talkspace

Disappointed with Talkspace. Therapist response times can be frustratingly slow make it hard to recommend. There are better alternatives out there.

Verified Purchase
149 people found this helpful

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Talkspace FAQ

Is Talkspace worth downloading in 2026?
Based on 8,765 verified reviews, Talkspace has a Real Score of 3.4/5. It receives mixed reviews from verified users. Consider your specific needs before downloading.
What is Talkspace's real rating without fake reviews?
Talkspace has an App Store rating of 4.1/5, but our verified Real Score is 3.4/5. The 0.7-point gap suggests that some store reviews may be inflated by fake or incentivized ratings.
What do users like most about Talkspace?
The most commonly praised aspects are: Licensed therapist access, Multiple communication formats, Couples therapy available.
What are the biggest complaints about Talkspace?
Common criticisms include: Expensive subscription, Therapist response times vary, Not suitable for all mental health needs.
How does VerifiedAppReviews rate Talkspace?
Our Real Score of 3.4/5 is based on verified reviews only. We weigh review sentiment (40%), consistency (25%), verified usage (20%), and update frequency (15%) to calculate the score.

Last updated: April 2026