# 5 Minute Escapes — Guided meditation & relaxation

> Guided meditation app for stress relief and relaxation. (iPhone/iPad app by Olson Applications Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5-minute-escapes/id1148380781 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Olson Applications Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/362093407)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 277 App Store ratings · 410 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 48 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Spanish
- Released: 2017-01-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5-minute-escapes/id1148380781/reviews.md

## What is 5 Minute Escapes?

5 Minute Escapes: Let your mind transport you to a world of peace and relaxation

5 Minute escapes provides a beautiful escape from the grind of daily life. Just select your escape meditation press play and let the audio take you to a world of relaxation and calm.

Each escape meditation consists of:

Relaxing music to calm and soothe you
Guided visualisation to create beautiful images in your mind
Sound effects to help enhance the visualisation
Relaxation techniques to calm your body and mind

Choose from the following meditations:
Tropical Island
Blue sky, white sand and the gentle sound of waves

Japanese Garden
A tranquil garden of cherry blossom and birdsong on a spring morning.

Private Yacht
Peace and tranquility sailing on your own private yacht over a calm sea

More sessions will be added from time to time at no cost - turn on notifications and we will let you know when they are available.

Do you find yourself longing for a moment of rest and relaxation?

Download now for a haven of peace and tranquility.

## Key features

- Guided meditation sessions
- Relaxing music
- Guided visualization
- Sound effects
- Relaxation techniques
- Multiple escape themes

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tropical Island & Safari Dawn | $3.99 | one-time |
| Distant Storms & Greek Island | $3.99 | one-time |
| Japanese Garden and Desert Night Sky | $3.99 | one-time |
| Full upgrade - all 18 sessions | $7.99 | one-time |
| Full upgrade - unlock all remaining sessions | $3.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of 5 Minute Escapes?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🌴 Relaxing and calming experiences
- 👍 Variety of meditation scenarios
- 💤 Helps with sleep and relaxation
- 🎶 Soothing background sounds and music
- 🧠 Effective for reducing stress and anxiety

**Cons**

- 💰 Limited free content, most features require purchase
- 🔀 Repetitive scenarios and lack of new content
- 🔊 Volume levels could be improved
- 🌐 Lack of language options beyond English

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Occasional audio glitches and interruptions
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Most requested features**

- More free meditation scenarios
- Longer duration meditation options
- Customizable soundscapes and music
- Integration with health/sleep tracking
- Offline mode for meditation sessions

## Recent user reviews (10 of 410)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5-minute-escapes/id1148380781/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Meditation

*2025-12-08, version 1.5.0*

This is a great app. I like the tropical ocean one the best.

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2025-03-03, version 1.5.0*

Best relax app for the price!

### 5/5 — Me sirvió muchisimo

*2025-01-22, version 1.5.0*

Hace años que la tengo y me encanta, no como otros sonidos de otras apps súper artificiales, esta me encanta. Lo que también me gusta mucho es que podes elegir el tiempo de duración y si solo queres el sonido. Ojalá el desarrollador ponga más variantes porque esta app es una de mis favoritas. Gran trabajo

### 5/5 — Great for calming anxiety

*2023-08-21, version 1.5.0*

This is my favorite relaxation app by far. Different options for guided meditation and visualization. Great for calming anxiety and helping you sleep. Definitely worth getting the 10 minute extended sessions.

### 5/5 — Hervorragende Entspannung

*2023-08-10, version 1.5.0*

Perfekte Kurzentspannung, vielfältige Orte, freundliche Stumme, passende Musik, rundum gut!! Ich mache sie jetzt schon mehrere Jahre und bekomme nie genug davon!

### 5/5 — Great app

*2023-03-24, version 1.5.0*

I love this for its short effective sessions.

### 5/5 — Thank you

*2023-01-05, version 1.5.0*

I needed this today.  I appreciate there being a few free offerings.  The yacht one helped.

### 5/5 — Lovely

*2023-01-03, version 1.5.0*

I enjoy the sounds only option

### 5/5 — Great

*2022-12-25, version 1.5.0*

Great app

### 4/5 — Quick relaxation

*2022-09-07, version 1.4.0*

Good for 5 min relaxation sessions but limited choice unless you pay

## Frequently asked questions about 5 Minute Escapes

### What is 5 Minute Escapes?

5 Minute Escapes is a mobile application designed to provide users with guided meditation sessions for relaxation and stress relief. It aims to offer a peaceful escape from the demands of daily life through audio experiences.

### What are the key features of 5 Minute Escapes?

The app features guided meditations that include relaxing music, guided visualization to create mental imagery, sound effects to enhance the experience, and relaxation techniques to calm the body and mind. Users can choose from various themed escapes.

### How much does 5 Minute Escapes cost?

The application is free to download and use, offering in-app purchases. This means that while the core functionality is accessible without charge, certain features or additional content may require a purchase.

### What kind of meditations are available?

The app offers themed meditation sessions such as 'Tropical Island' with beach sounds, 'Japanese Garden' with nature sounds, and 'Private Yacht' for a serene sea voyage. More sessions are planned to be added over time.

### Who is 5 Minute Escapes for?

This app is intended for anyone who experiences stress or longs for moments of rest and tranquility. It's particularly useful for individuals looking for quick, accessible ways to de-stress and find calm in their busy schedules.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.0 — 2022-11-12

Removed analytics for increased privacy protection

### 1.4.0 — 2019-09-29

Minor improvements and fixes for iOS13

### 1.3.0 — 2018-09-01

Fixed bug causing audio to crackle on some devices when the screen is turned off.

Information about our latest app included: 'Serenity: Guided meditations' available now

### 1.2.1 — 2017-12-05

Performance improvements

### 1.2.0 — 2017-11-06

New sound only options for all Escapes - enjoy the relaxing music and soothing sound effects only
Added native airplay - listen to the meditations direct to your airplay speakers from within the app.
Plus some minor changes for iOS 11 and iPhone X and some localisation improvements.

We hope to add another 10 Escapes soon. If you have any suggestions for Escapes you would like to hear then let us know by leaving a review.

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