# BrainTap: Brain Fitness — user reviews > 202 indexed App Store user reviews of BrainTap by BrainTap, Inc., rated 4.50/5 from 434 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/braintap-brain-fitness/id1588691334/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/braintap-brain-fitness/id1588691334.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 361 · 4★ 17 · 3★ 13 · 2★ 8 · 1★ 35 ## What do users think of BrainTap? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - ⭐ Excellent for sleep, focus, and meditation - 🧠 Helps improve mental well-being and brain health - 🌱 Positive impact on anxiety, depression, and stress - 🤩 Life-changing and game-changing experience - 🎯 Helps achieve goals and improve productivity - 🤗 Relaxing and calming experience - 👍 Variety of content and sessions to choose from - 🌟 Therapist-approved and clinically proven **Cons** - 🤯 Confusing and unintuitive app interface - 💰 Expensive subscription and device costs - 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription and get refunds - 🔍 Challenging to find desired sessions - 🔋 Headset connectivity and battery life issues - 🐛 Glitches, bugs, and crashes in the app - 🕰️ Slow download and streaming performance **Commonly reported bugs** - Frequent sign-outs and password reset issues - Inconsistent session recording and syncing - Incompatibility with older devices and operating systems - Deleted user history and progress after app update **Most requested features** - More free content and sessions - Improved search and filtering options - Ability to create custom playlists - Integration with other health/sleep tracking apps - Alarm clock and wake-up features - More Christ-centered and scripture-based content - Dedicated sessions for children and families ## Newest reviews (16 of 202) ### 2/5 — Need better organization *2026-08-08, version 5.0.8* Need to allow more feedback in the app, one shot isn’t enough. Not hooked in to apple health or Garmin Connect to get credit. Lots of tracks organizations is bad!! ### 4/5 — Please bring back the 72 hour clock icon *2026-03-23, version 5.0.1* Please bring back the 72 hour clock icon ### 2/5 — Ridiculously overpriced for binaural beats and mediations *2026-03-16, version 5.0.0* Heads up I’m just using the app at home but even with the $700+ head set and needing to pay for this subscription to use it it’s completely ridiculous. Most of the audio is the same. There’s very limited research about what makes this unique. Imo this should be no more than $10 a month. But I guess if it’s more expensive people will think it’s special. What exactly is fitness about this???? Neurofeedback is fitness. And there are a number of consumer neurofeedback devices on the market that are way cheaper than this both for the gear and the app. There’s no evidence other than what’s already out there about binaural beats that you brain is doing anything different and no measuring it anyway. For a $700 headset with LEDs at least put some eeg sensors on it like Muse to actually track something. I can make my own binaural beats for way less than this app. ### 4/5 — Love this all *2026-02-18, version 1.5.5* This app is incredible and has helped me so much. I only wish I could play a personalized playlist to play a couple back to back. That would be even more amazing!!! ### 4/5 — Nice system. App can use work. *2026-01-08, version 1.5.4* I’ve been using BrainTap for at least 3 years now. For the high subscription cost (why is this even a thing when the headset itself is so expensive?), I wish they would make serious upgrades to the app — such as allowing users to create personalized playlists or content folders to categorize tracks and a place to write notes for each. I find the titles and descriptions for many tracks are too vague / basic, and since there are so many of them, it would be helpful to add my own for future reference. The vast library is not intuitive /easy to navigate and I’m always discovering things by chance that I wish I had found way sooner. Otherwise, I do get a lot out of the programs. ### 2/5 — Loved it… until it suddenly stopped working 😔 *2025-10-12, version 1.5.1* I’ve been debating whether or not to write this review, but as a small business owner, I believe honest feedback helps companies grow. I joined the BrainTap family about two years ago. At first, I was a bit skeptical because the headset is expensive, but when my husband tried it, it was amazing — his stress literally melted away in less than 40 minutes. I was impressed, and we decided to keep it. After a while, the headset suddenly stopped working. I was frustrated but didn’t reach out, thinking it might fix itself — and surprisingly, it did. We continued to use it occasionally, always with great care (we’re two adults, no kids, and very cautious with what we buy). Recently, the same problem happened again, but this time it never came back on. When I contacted customer service, the only response I got was, “I’m sorry, there’s nothing we can do.” They offered a paid replacement, but for a device this expensive, that doesn’t seem fair. Things shouldn’t just stop working “out of nowhere” if they’re made with quality. I asked if this issue had happened before, and they said no. So, I’m writing this to share my honest experience — because it could happen to someone else too. The app itself is great, but the hardware quality and support don’t match the price. For now, I’ll be using my regular headphones for meditation. I truly hope BrainTap improves their product quality and warranty policy. ### 5/5 — Calm, Composed and Serene *2025-09-27, version 1.5.0* That’s how you feel after enjoying BrainTap sessions. ### 5/5 — Fantastic App *2025-09-13, version 1.5.0* I have complex ptsd and lv used it 3 times a day for a year now and lm changed! I’m not so easily triggered and l recover easily when ever l am!!! I’m 74 and so thankful l found this app Thank you Dr Patrick Porter and staff! This is life changing just ask my kids!!! lol love m ### 5/5 — Relaxing and Energizing *2025-08-26, version 1.5.0* BrainTap is very relaxing, and following a session I feel energized and ready to start my day. ### 5/5 — Calm, Composed and Serene *2025-07-09, version 1.4.8* That’s how you feel after enjoying BrainTap sessions. ### 5/5 — Staying in the present *2025-05-23, version 1.4.8* I use BrainTap mostly to maintain my focus from day today. And I feel that my way of thinking has increased tremendously and I love the huge variety that you can choose from. Thank you, Doctor Patrick Porter. ### 5/5 — Great Experience *2025-05-17, version 1.4.8* This app is wonderful. I use BrainTap with both their headset and with my regular headphones. The sounds are so relaxing. It helps tremendously with my anxiety and remaining calm. There’s also so many motivational messages and techniques to use when you aren’t actively listening to make your life better. Highly recommend! ### 5/5 — Love it! *2025-04-24, version 1.4.4* I love this app. I love the technique that they use, and I am looking forward to purchasing the headset to go along with the sessions. ### 5/5 — Brain tap *2025-04-04, version 1.4.4* transformative technology that has resulted in deep quality sleep. Who knew a machine and program could accomplish ### 5/5 — Wow. I love this app *2025-03-31, version 1.4.4* I didn’t know about this app until I stopped by Desert Wellness in Vegas. Wow! Love this app. I am hooked. If you’re looking for great meditation and amazing brain training. Look no further. I have been trying these types of apps for years and this one is the best. ### 5/5 — Lifesaver *2025-03-19, version 1.4.4* Have been using for 6 months, loving everything about it!! It’s been a life changer for my wife with regards to depression, anxiety and sleep ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Beware of the scam!!! *2026-02-26, version 1.5.5* They keep charging you despite canceling!! It is a complete scam. Buyer beware!!! ### 1/5 — Collecting dust for years. *2025-12-25, version 1.5.3* I redownloaded to see if maybe the devs came to their senses: nope. $800 device made from cheesy plastic and they want $240 / year just to use it. My headset has been kicking around in the closet gathering dust for this reason. It’s one of the worst monetization schemes I’ve ever seen. Do yourself a favor, go buy a HeartMath sensor for $250 and use it forever with all the recordings they make for it for free. Braintap, you can sell overpriced hardware, OR you can offer a higher than average subscription service for content… but expecting both? Get real. One star. Would be zero stars since Thats the value of this $800 headset with no content for it. ### 1/5 — Not Neuroscience, just New Age *2025-12-02, version 1.5.3* This is not neuroscience or medicine. It is just New Age & Eastern Transcendental Meditation. ### 1/5 — Expensive & Renews Without Warning *2025-03-19, version 1.4.4* Warning: I cancelled my subscription, but not through Braintap itself, so my cancellation never took. They don’t send warning emails about upcoming renewals, so I didn’t know they were going to charge me for another year until the charge went through. I contacted them to cancel and was told they don’t provide refunds. That seems very wrong to me since they don’t send warning emails about upcoming renewals and charges. (They should either send warning emails and deny refunds or charge without warning and have a grace period.) I also found the app very difficult to navigate. There’s no search function, so you can only choose what’s on your homepage (if there’s another way, I couldn’t find it). It took a while to find an appropriate audio to listen to, which cut into the time I had. As a result, I didn’t use the app much, hence my attempt to cancel my subscription. ### 1/5 — ITS NOT REALLY FREE *2025-01-26, version 1.4.4* The app it doesn’t say there are in app purchases. It just makes you think it’s free so you create an account and then it says you have to have a subscription to use the app. And the COUPLE free things you get, one of them is a demo. Absolutely ridiculous and false advertising. AND THEN you have to submit an account deletion form…… Really? ……Really? ### 1/5 — Nightmare *2025-01-03, version 1.4.4* I signed up for a free trial of the app. I canceled right away because it didn’t seem like something I would use. I emailed to confirm the account was canceled and was assured it was. I later saw that I was changed for a full month. Dealing with customer service to resolve this has been infuriating, unprofessional and wasteful. They still have not resolved the issue even though they admit there was a glitch in the system ### 1/5 — Zero Stars Deserved! *2024-12-20, version 1.4.4* This company will take your money, will NOT honor their own cancellation policy, and refuse to correct their mistakes. Customer support acknowledged that I submitted my cancellation request, which I most certainly did within 30 days to avoid additional charges, yet they charged me again. When I contacted their support team, they stated that I said I requested to cancel because I said I was having issues with the app (what I stated was that I wanted to cancel after the trial because I was unable to use the app. I never said I was having issues with the app.) Apparently they offered me assistance, however I have no record of an email, but since I did not respond they did not grant my request to cancel. As a result, I was charged again. They have refused to refund me based on their cancellation policy. Yet there is nothing in their cancellation policy that states if you request cancellation, they do not have to cancel your subscription if they offer you assistance. Nor does their cancellation policy state that if you do not respond to their questions about your cancellation request that they will not cancel your subscription. It simply states if you don’t want to incur an additional monthly charge, you must submit cancellation request 30 days prior to billing cycle. This is exactly what I did. I imagine they make quite a surplus on this scam. Make sure when you submit your cancellation that they indeed cancelled your subscription. ### 1/5 — Terrible Interface *2024-12-01, version 1.4.3* Is this app still in beta?? Glitches all around! Buttons are glitchy, password is glitchy, there’s developers code rather than user interface all over. Was trying to use the Black Friday discount but I couldn’t even purchase the expensive headset because the password integration between the site and app doesn’t work! Looks like the app was just updated 3 days before I purchased but they need to go back to the drawing board! ### 1/5 — Not happy at all *2024-11-28, version 1.4.3* I was under the impression that I would be listening to sounds that would balance the hemispheres of my brain while I relaxed. Instead I was met with a very fast pace talking voice on all the videos, spent a lot of time checking to see if I was doing something wrong. It’s basically like listening to a podcast that’s telling you want to do with barely a breath between words with soft music or nature sounds in the background. If anything I found myself more overstimulated. ### 1/5 — Waste of money *2024-10-21, version 1.3.9* This has been a total waste of money. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — LIFE CHANGING! *2026-07-11, version 5.0.5* I’ve been using Brain Tap for a few years now almost everyday. Being a Mom/MIL/Step-Mom/Grandma to almost 20 ppl, Brain Tap has allowed me to keep showing up well and stable minded for my family. I feel more in control of my emotions, thoughts and responses. It’s really incredible technology. Huge fan!! ### 5/5 — Love with Brain Tap *2026-06-07, version 5.0.3* As a person who has many challenges in the area of self awareness I am forever grateful to the person who introduced me to BrainTap. I have no doubt that Brain-tapping has made my daily life so much better. I can actually feel the difference with my brain tap usage. I love it! Brain Tap is my Daily Habit x3. Thank you Brain Tap for all the support and encouragement you send my way., I’m a Christian and Brain Tap has helped me to build a stronger relationship with the Lord. He is everything to me and I can experience His Presence more easily and I am always looking for more Christian content. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!❤️ ### 5/5 — Amazing!!!!!! *2026-06-06, version 5.0.3* For my children and entire family BrainTap has been a Game changer!!! ### 5/5 — It should be renamed BRAIN ECSTASY! *2026-06-03, version 5.0.3* The most powerful meditation and frequency technology I have ever experienced and I am a seasoned practitioner. Can’t recommend Brain Tap (with the headset especially), more enthusiastically! ### 5/5 — Getting Better Everyday in Everyway *2026-03-27, version 5.0.2* I have been using BrainTap for the last 5 years personally. Having suffered tremendously from caregiver stress with a heart condition that kept me in a running loop, sensitive to loud sounds and scaring easily, It has helped me rewire my nervous system and changed the way I think and feel. I even lost 50 pounds. 😁 I now use it in my private practice. I like to say “If you got into it, you can TAP out of it.” I am grateful for this app. ### 5/5 — Unlocking Unlimited Potential! *2026-03-13, version 5.0.0* There’s SO much on this app. Really something for everyone. The subscription and headset are not cheap but this is an awesome tool and investment in your mental health. Shift your perspective to what’s possible! Say YES to life! I use my Braintap for everything from deeper sleep to positive mindset Chan and breathing exercises! ### 5/5 — Wow! Intense Meditation. *2026-01-27, version 1.5.4* I am blown away by how well this plugs me into deep meditation. I immediately started meditating twice daily plus additionally sleeping soundly. Thank you BrainTap! ### 5/5 — Total Game Changer *2025-12-11, version 1.5.3* Since my teenage years I have known the power of the subconscious mind and how we can program our mind to achieve results. BrainTap is the TOOL that can help make it happen and happen faster. I have experienced extremely positive results in several areas of my like from BrainTapping. ### 5/5 — Happy *2025-11-12, version 1.5.2* Very happy with my purchase. ### 5/5 — Wonderful Tool for Relaxing *2025-10-17, version 1.5.1* I suffer with chronic pain, primarily headaches. BrainTap sessions and the headset help me relax and often fall asleep. I am grateful for the headset and sessions. I especially enjoy the Christ-centered sessions. Thank you for the support and encouragement. I appreciate the work put into this app. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-05.*