Calm

Calm is a San Francisco-based mental health software company founded in 2012 by Michael Acton Smith and Alex Tew. The company is renowned for its subscription-based app that provides meditation, sleep, and relaxation products aimed at enhancing users' mental well-being. With over 180 million downloads, Calm has established itself as the top app for sleep, meditation, and relaxation, receiving numerous accolades, including Apple’s 2017 App of the Year. Calm offers a variety of features, including guided meditation sessions, “Sleep Stories” narrated by celebrities, calming music, and soundscapes. The app also includes video lessons on mindful movement and provides workplace mental health programs through Calm for Business. In 2022, Calm expanded its offerings with Calm Health, which integrates with healthcare providers to support patients with mental health conditions. The company operates on a freemium subscription model, with millions of paid subscribers benefiting from its extensive content library.