Headspace vs Lyra Health
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Employee Wellness Software Platforms. Last verified June 14, 2026.
The short answer
Headspace ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #6) for HR teams running employee wellness, mental health, and benefits programs. The top choice for mental wellness, combining app-based content with clinical services.
At a glance
| Headspace | Lyra Health | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best Employee Wellness Software Platforms | #6 / The 11 Best Employee Wellness Software Platforms |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.1 | 8.1 |
| Best for | Best-in-class mental health support | High-quality therapist network |
| Pricing | $$ ($5 to $15 PEPM) | $$$ ($20 to $60 PEPM) |
| HQ | Santa Monica, USA | Burlingame, USA |
| Founded | 2010 | 2015 |
Headspace
The top choice for mental wellness, combining app-based content with clinical services.
www.headspace.com/workSee full entry in The 11 Best Employee Wellness Software Platforms
Lyra Health
A premium mental health solution with a highly-vetted provider network.
www.lyrahealth.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Employee Wellness Software Platforms
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