Staying sober can be difficult, and that’s probably an understatement. Recovery doesn’t clock out when you leave a meeting or turn off your phone. For some, that’s where a good sobriety app can help, not as a cure, but as a small lifeline.
Apps for sobriety aren't a substitute for community or therapy. But in a moment of craving, confusion, or even just boredom, the right tool can make a difference. And not all sobriety apps are created equal. Some track your sober days. Others help you meditate, journal, or connect with peers. Some are pretty minimal. Others feel like full toolkits. Honestly, it depends on what you're looking for.
Here are 10 of the best sobriety apps available today. Each has something different to offer, maybe one clicks with you.
Best For: Tracking progress and daily motivation
Cost: Free with premium upgrades
If you’re someone who needs visual progress, this is likely the best sobriety app for you. I Am Sober lets you track your days sober, log notes about how you feel, and get milestone badges. It sounds basic, maybe, but there’s something real about opening the app and seeing “36 days” staring back at you.
The community feature, where people post daily reflections, is surprisingly supportive. Reading a stranger’s 2 a.m. battle with relapse can make your own struggle feel a little less lonely.
Best For: Daily meditations rooted in Narcotics Anonymous
Cost: Free
The Just for Today app brings NA’s daily readings straight to your phone. Every day, it serves up a meditation, often short but surprisingly reflective. For folks already involved in Narcotics Anonymous, it can feel grounding, like a little check-in with your recovery mindset.
There aren’t tracking tools or community chats. It’s simple. Quiet. Almost intentionally so. But maybe that’s part of what makes it work. No pressure to engage, just read, reflect, move on with your day.
Best For: Real-time support and social encouragement
Cost: Free
This one’s all about connection. Sober Sidekick emphasizes peer support, you can check in daily, get support from people going through the same thing, and even send or receive "sobriety hugs" (yes, that's a thing).
Honestly, the app can feel like a mix between a sobriety calculator app and a small, caring social media feed. There’s a 24/7 chat feature, too. It's not for everyone, some people want to be left alone, but if you're craving a sober community in your pocket, this might be it.
Best For: Cravings and relapse prevention
Cost: Free
SoberTool asks you how you’re feeling and serves up advice or affirmations based on your answer. Feeling triggered? It has a button for that. Feeling angry? It’s got something for that too.
It’s part mindfulness coach, part emergency lifeline. Some of the content might feel a bit rigid or even slightly outdated, but it’s all built around practical recovery psychology.
Best For: Accountability and reminders
Cost: Free for individuals, subscription for organizations
WEconnect was originally created to help treatment centers keep in touch with alumni, but it’s grown beyond that. You can set routines, track healthy habits, and earn rewards (like gift cards) just for showing up for your recovery.
That said, it might feel a little clinical, more structured than warm. But for some, that structure is exactly what they need.
Best For: People working a 12-step program
Cost: Around $2–$3 (one-time)
Not a free sobriety app, technically, but it’s inexpensive. This is a digital version of the AA Big Book, with daily meditations, prayers, and a full 12-step guide.
It’s not flashy, but it’s reliable. You can take it anywhere, and for people who prefer a private, portable recovery book, it gets the job done. It doesn’t have the bells and whistles of other sobriety apps, and maybe it doesn’t need them.
Best For: Finding in-person and virtual AA meetings
Cost: Free
This app is officially supported by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, and it’s probably the most reliable way to find local AA meetings—both in-person and online. It syncs with regional AA databases, so listings are usually accurate and up-to-date.
It’s not flashy. There's no sobriety counter, no journal, no chat rooms. Just a clean interface and a map. But if you’re looking for a meeting on the fly, whether you're traveling or just overwhelmed and need somewhere to go, Meeting Guide might be the most practical tool you’ll download.
Best For: Sober dating and socializing
Cost: Free with optional premium
This one's a bit different. Loosid blends social networking with sobriety tools. Think dating, groups, and events, but sober.
The idea is that sobriety isn’t just about not drinking. It’s about rebuilding your social life, too. That’s where this app tries to shine. That said, depending on your area, the local events or dating pool might feel... sparse. Still, it’s worth a look, especially if you’re feeling isolated.
Best For: Personal milestones and customization
Cost: Free with optional premium
Sober Time is another sobriety counter app, but with lots of personal flair. You can customize your background, set multiple trackers, and get motivational quotes.
It’s one of the more visually appealing free sobriety apps. And for some people, that actually matters; a nicer interface might mean they open it more often.
Best For: Big Book access without the cost
Cost: Free
This is basically the AA Big Book in your pocket, without having to carry the paperback around. It’s plain, straightforward, and free.
Nothing flashy here. But when you need to reread “How It Works” or “The Doctor’s Opinion” at 1 a.m., this app’s right there.
There’s no perfect sobriety app, and honestly, that’s okay. What works for one person might feel totally useless to another. Some people want structure. Others want softness. Or connection. Or a little dopamine hit from seeing a number tick upward.
So maybe the best sobriety app... is the one you’ll actually use.
Try a few. Delete the ones that don’t fit. Keep the one that does. Because, in the end, it’s not about the app. It’s about staying sober. One day, one minute, one tap at a time.
