# 4:7:8 Breathing — Meditation for Sleep

> Guided 4:7:8 breathing technique for sleep and relaxation. (iPhone/iPad app by Kevin Cador.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/478-breathing/id1215848591 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kevin Cador](https://appshunter.io/developer/327532638)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Utilities
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 2.20/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-03-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/478-breathing/id1215848591/reviews.md

## What is 4?

This breathing technique is designed to put you to sleep in less than 60 seconds.

With this app, we aim to give you a simple and fast tool to practice this breathing technique.

Launch the app, start breathing...
- Inhale for 4 seconds through your nose
- Hold your breath for a count of 7
- Exhale for 8 seconds through your mouth
- Repeat

It can be used to help you fall asleep but it's also useful to calm yourself down.

+ Sync your Mindful Minutes spent in-app with Apple Health
+ Enable voice-over and pick the voice of your choice for your breathing sessions
+ Start an untimed session or a 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13 or 21 minutes session, easy
+ A minimalistic Widget to start your breathing session from anywhere, anytime
+ Clutter-free design for your peace of mind
+ A simple privacy policy: no tracking, no advertising, no data stored, no data sold, no account needed

## Key features

- Guided 4:7:8 breathing technique
- Customizable session lengths
- Voice-over options
- Minimalistic widget
- Clutter-free design
- Apple Health integration

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/478-breathing/id1215848591/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Pure simplicity

*2026-05-08*

Does what is says on the box. Elegant in it’s simplicity.

### 1/5 — Creepy voice over

*2024-11-25*

Not much to the app. Better apps for free, plus every voiceover option is creepy and not relaxing

### 5/5 — Exactly what I was looking for

*2024-04-22*

No ads or micro transactions, no other services cluttering my screen, and satisfies one purpose effectively.

### 4/5 — Simple et utile

*2024-04-12*

Simple et efficace, par contre il faudrait pouvoir remplacer les voie par des bip tout simplement. Et une application pour Apple Watch serait génial.

### 2/5 — Too minimal

*2022-04-27*

This is very bare-bones. I’m sorry I spent 99 cents on this.

### 3/5 — So close

*2020-12-07*

Great simplicity but add some less robotic voices, relaxing music, and longer time periods please! Take a lesson from the box breathing app

### 5/5 — I like it!

*2020-10-04*

Really enjoying using this app. The minimal design is very much to my taste plus it talks to the Health app. I also like that you can either have it announce the instructions or just look at the display / feel the haptic touches with no sound.

 My enhancement requests would be: 
- 1 a configurable daily reminder function and 
- 2 an iOS 14 widget that I can tap “1 minute” (for example) and go straight into a breath.

### 1/5 — Not sure how this can be classed as a meditation for sleep...

*2019-01-24*

...when you have to hold your phone and stare at the screen to keep count. Unless you expect people to fall asleep holding onto their phones??? Was expecting some kind of spoken/guided meditation, counting you through the breaths, given that it’s marketed as a sleep meditation app. Not worth the £0.99 right now.

### 2/5 — Other app

*2018-12-29*

Get the free app by Health and Fitness, and if you do want to buy a better version, spend 99 cents within that app, not on this one.

### 3/5 — Needs countdown

*2018-08-17*

Should have a number countdown for each phase. Would help you time it better.

## Frequently asked questions about 4

### What is the 4:7:8 Breathing app?

4:7:8 Breathing is a paid app that guides you through a specific breathing pattern (inhale for 4, hold for 7, exhale for 8) to promote sleep and calmness. It offers customizable sessions and voice options.

### How much does the 4:7:8 Breathing app cost?

The 4:7:8 Breathing app is a one-time purchase priced at $0.99. There are no subscriptions or in-app purchases.

### Does 4:7:8 Breathing have ads?

No, 4:7:8 Breathing does not contain advertisements. The app is designed with a clutter-free experience and a simple privacy policy that explicitly states no advertising.

### What devices support 4:7:8 Breathing?

The 4:7:8 Breathing app is available on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV. It is compatible with a range of Apple devices.

### How often is 4:7:8 Breathing updated?

The latest version of 4:7:8 Breathing was released on December 5, 2023. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, it has seen updates to reach version 6.0 since its release in 2017.

### Is 4:7:8 Breathing suitable for children?

Yes, 4:7:8 Breathing has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for children. Its simple interface and focus on relaxation are beneficial for younger users.

### Can 4:7:8 Breathing sync with other health apps?

Yes, 4:7:8 Breathing can sync your 'Mindful Minutes' spent in the app with Apple Health. This allows you to track your mindfulness practice alongside other health data.

### What do users think of 4:7:8 Breathing?

User feedback for 4:7:8 Breathing is mixed, with an average rating of 2.2 stars from 5 ratings. Specific user sentiment details are not provided beyond the overall rating.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.0 — 2023-12-05

+ New voices are now available
+ The home screen has been updated and additional timer options are now available
+ A Widget can be added to start a breathing session with or without timer, from anywhere, anytime
+ Some glitches have been fixed on iOS 17
+ Improved access and wording of the Privacy Policy but still no tracking, no advertising and no data storage

### 5.0 — 2020-04-29

- Sync your Mindful Minutes spent in-app with Apple Health
- Enable voice-over and pick the voice of your choice for your breathing sessions
- Start an untimed session or a 1, 2 or 5 minutes session, easy

### 4.0 — 2020-04-22

The app has been rebuild to be installed on your iPhone, iPad, Apple TV and your Mac with only one purchase!

### 3.0 — 2017-11-03

iOS 11 compatibility
iPhone X support

### 2.0 — 2017-04-03

Enjoy 4:7:8 Breathing on your Apple TV.

Improved animations.

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All apps by Kevin Cador: https://appshunter.io/developer/327532638

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