If you don’t want to buy an extra wearable for HRV training, this is it!
I was searching for an app where I can improve my HRV using my Apple Watch and didn’t find anything.
Then I discovered 59 Breaths. The app does what it should, is easy to understand and now part of my daily routine.
I feel so much better now and couldn’t be more grateful!
Then I discovered 59 Breaths. The app does what it should, is easy to understand and now part of my daily routine.
I feel so much better now and couldn’t be more grateful!
Clean, soothing, simple
I found this app very helpful when I was recovering from a collapsed lung, and have continued to use it periodically to calm my nervous system and improve my HRV. I like fact that it can be used with your eyes closed (extremely soothing sound effects and music — reminiscent of a massage, somehow) and pairs neatly with the Apple Watch to record your heart rate fluctuations as you breathe. Better than meditation apps with loads of bells and whistles in my opinion.
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Needs a visual indicator for inhale/exhale
Can you please add a visual indicator for inhale/exhale breath cues? Sometimes I want to do a session but am unable to listen to the inhale/exhale audio cues. I'm sure a visual indicator would also be helpful for folks who may be hard of hearing!
Great app but far too expensive for what it is
Very simple basic app, got it because it works with apple watch but the price point is really too high.
Great Hrv Breathing App
I was introduced to HRV breathing in a rehab center and wanted a way to continue practicing it afterward. The technique has helped me reduce stress, control my breathing, and build a daily routine around a dedicated breathing exercise.
After looking for an app to support this practice, I found this one and have been very happy with it. I’ve found HRV breathing extremely helpful, and the app itself is nicely designed and very simple to use.
The interface provides a clear visualization of your heart rate (measured on apple watch) while breathing, along with sound cues that indicate when to breathe in and when to breathe out. There’s also a helpful tool at the beginning that helps you find the breathing rate that suits you best, after which you can continue practicing with that rhythm.
Overall, it’s a straightforward and effective app for anyone who wants to practice HRV breathing regularly
After looking for an app to support this practice, I found this one and have been very happy with it. I’ve found HRV breathing extremely helpful, and the app itself is nicely designed and very simple to use.
The interface provides a clear visualization of your heart rate (measured on apple watch) while breathing, along with sound cues that indicate when to breathe in and when to breathe out. There’s also a helpful tool at the beginning that helps you find the breathing rate that suits you best, after which you can continue practicing with that rhythm.
Overall, it’s a straightforward and effective app for anyone who wants to practice HRV breathing regularly
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Great Breathwork app!
This app is great for an evening wind down or just to destress through the busy work day. There’s a great range of durations to adjust for the time you have spare. I have noticed after sessions my stress score on my smart watch being confidently lower on days I use the app which is great! As an athlete I really notice that this will improve my sleep and in turn my recover which is such an important factor in performance and absorbing the training I am putting in. Highly recommend for anyone looking to get a structured breathing program!
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POTS people check this out!
I have been on the hunt for a biofeedback breathwork app that actually used my Apple Watch instead of having to purchase another HR monitor. I gave this app a shot and I quickly noticed an improvement in my HRV. Most notably, I was feeling more energetic. This was huge to me. I have been struggling with dyautonomia and one of the main ways it was showing up is shortness of breath. The app allows you to titrate to your own breath pattern, that way I don’t feel rushed or like I’m holding my breath too long. Doing a few of these exercises helped with the shortness of breath already, so I really recommend. This is also coming from someone that uses a lot of different meditation apps and has been practicing breath work for several years.
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Autoplay video on first app open
A loud video starts automatically playing on first app open and there are zero playback controls on it and no ability to skip. I had to force quit the app to stop it. For an app that is supposed to help me train my parasympathetic nervous system, this UX choice seems counterproductive.
Response from developer
Hi SeaDour, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts, and we're sorry the autoplay intro felt overwhelming on first launch. That video is a critical part of our onboarding - our research showed that users who skip it often don’t get the full benefit of the app. We understand that it can feel jarring, so you can always mute or lower the volume using your device’s buttons (no need to force-quit). We’re continuously exploring ways to improve the experience, and your feedback is invaluable in shaping future updates. If you have any further ideas or run into other issues, please don’t hesitate to reach out at hello@fiftynine.app. We hope you’ll give 59 Breaths another try.
promising and useful
very useful app if you're stressed and you want to take care of your mental health
Quick way to relieve stress
I’m so happy I found this app. Whenever I need to calm my nerves I open this app and can see my heart rate lower in real time. It’s easy to use and in just a few breaths, I can reset and be ready for the next challenge of the day.
Verzweifelter Versuch, Support zu bekommen
Grundsätzlich bin ich seit ca. 2 Jahren ein zufriedener Nutzer der App, aber leider hat das letzte Update den gesamten Verlauf, mit allen historischen Daten, gelöscht. Und leider bekomme ich auf meine E-Mail an das Entwicklerteam keine Antwort. Hilfe!!
Incredibly well designed and works
I’ve just started using 59 and am already noticing positive changes. I’m also incredibly impressed by the quality of the design and the music. Love a useful, beautiful tool that’s backed up by real research!
Need Apple Watch
Was excited about the premise until I couldn’t proceed past set up without an Apple Watch. Would love to see an integration with other heart rate tools (I have an Oura ring). Unfortunately this app isn’t something I can use without additional support for other tools outside of the Apple Watch.
Response from developer
Hi Wilagirl, Thanks for your feedback, and we're sorry you couldn’t complete setup without an Apple Watch. We launched with Watch support first because it offers reliable, accessible real-time heart-rate readings via its developer API. Oura does not currently provide heart rate data access for third-party apps - if that changes, we’ll add support. We hope you’ll give 59 Breaths another try when Oura allows to use their data and consider updating your rating - drop us a line at hello@fiftynine.app with any other ideas. Thanks for helping us improve!
Best supported guidance for breath work
I am on a mental health journey and was referred to this app by Neurodivergent Insights, which typically has great recommendations for ADHD/autistic people. I have been on/off with meditation/mindfulness apps for years and I love that this one gives context and guidance for breathing exercises and why they work for your nervous system goals. The customer service is also very responsive and very kind.
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Simple yet powerful
I’ve been using 59 Breaths for quite sometime now and I can tell it has been helping me get back to what i call „my base”. I was going through stressful time and thanks to ~10 minutes of breathing practice with 59 I managed to center myself and get into a habit of breathing every day. It simple and undisctructing so it does not overstimulate you like some other apps. I love the music in the background too. it is kind of weird by that’s the feature that I am attracted to the most.
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Excellent app!
I feel so much better, and less stressed, since I started using it.
Best Meditation App!
I love 59 Breaths!!! I’m a larger person so my inhales and exhales are longer than normal, so it’s nice that it adjusts to my breathing so I don’t feel rushed. I have been wanting to pickup meditating as a habit for years, but don’t have the time to commit an hour to it. With 59, it only takes me ~10 minutes to center myself and start the day on a great note. I’m so happy I found this app :)
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