# Breez: Lightning Client & POS

> Non-custodial Bitcoin Lightning Network client and Point-of-Sale system. (iPhone/iPad app by BREEZ DEVELOPMENT LTD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breez-lightning-client-and-pos/id1463604142 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BREEZ DEVELOPMENT LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1463604141)
- Category: Finance
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.66/5 from 41 App Store ratings · 45 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.1 · 185 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2022-05-01
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breez-lightning-client-and-pos/id1463604142/reviews.md

## What is Breez?

Breez is a non-custodial Lightning Network client which makes paying in bitcoin a seamless experience. With Breez, anyone can send or receive small payments in bitcoin. It's simple, fast and safe. 
Breez also includes a Point-of-Sale mode which transforms the app from a Lightning wallet into a Lightning cash register with the slide of a finger, allowing everyone to become a merchant and accept Lightning payments.
For more technical information, visit: https://github.com/breez/breezmobile.

## Key features

- Non-custodial Lightning Network client
- Send and receive bitcoin payments
- Seamless payment experience
- Point-of-Sale mode
- Accept Lightning payments as a merchant

## Recent user reviews (10 of 45)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breez-lightning-client-and-pos/id1463604142/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Inconsistent experience

*2025-01-02, version 1.1.20*

I often get “no route” when trying to pay lightning invoices. Very frustrating.

### 1/5 — Podcast??

*2024-12-28, version 1.1.20*

Why does it have podcasts?  Is this a bitcoin lightning app or something else (podcast app)

Needs to focus on the primary function, not podcasts.

It's also clunky and slow UI. 

I'm very disappointed after hearing Jeff Booth promote it.  Sad

### 1/5 — 100% failure

*2024-11-08, version 1.1.19*

Literally 100% failure rate on payments for days. Can’t even send my money to another one of my own wallets.

They have effectively trapped my funds in their app.

### 4/5 — Good as a Lightning wallet, but not competitive for swaps

*2024-08-12, version 1.1.19*

I appreciate that Breez has a non-custodial wallet that integrates Lightning and BTC. But they have some limitations: you cannot create multiple wallets (unlike Green), you cannot restore a Breez wallet on another wallet app (unlike Aqua and Green), you cannot use your Breez wallet app on multiple devices simultaneously (unlike Aqua and Green), Breez has not integrated Liquid yet (unlike Aqua). 

I have hopes of good developments in Breez for both the Liquid and Lightning layer technology. In my current testing and comparison with Green, Muun and Aqua the fees for swaps in Breez from Lightning to BTC are not competitive with the others. Green doesn’t offer swaps but their Liquid wallet is non-custodial (their Lightning wallet is still in Beta). Aqua swaps via L-BTC for cheaper fees, and Muun swaps via Lightning for the cheapest fees. Breez mobile app is good if you deal in Lightning only, but the swap feature is pointless until it becomes more cost effective.

### 5/5 — smart

*2024-06-28*

I’ve tried several wallets, Breez is by far the best

### 5/5 — Transaction

*2024-06-23*

lightning-fast transactions! This is the future

### 5/5 — Payment

*2024-06-23*

Great Customer Support: had a minor issue setting up my wallet, but the Breez support team was incredibly helpful

### 5/5 — Simple

*2024-06-23, version 1.1.18*

The app is stable, fast, and easy to use. Couldn’t ask for more

### 5/5 — Convenient

*2024-06-23*

Great job, Breez team!

### 5/5 — Secure

*2024-06-23, version 1.1.18*

intuitive app is, even as a beginner, I found it easy to use

## Frequently asked questions about Breez

### What is Breez?

Breez is a non-custodial client for the Lightning Network, designed to make paying with bitcoin a seamless experience. It allows users to easily send and receive small bitcoin payments. The app also includes a Point-of-Sale mode, enabling users to act as merchants and accept Lightning payments.

### How does the Point-of-Sale mode work?

The Point-of-Sale mode transforms the app into a Lightning cash register. With a simple slide of a finger, users can start accepting Lightning payments, making it easy for anyone to become a merchant and process transactions.

### Is Breez free to use?

Yes, based on the provided information, Breez is a free application. There are no mentions of subscription fees, in-app purchases, or advertisements within the app's description.

### Who is Breez for?

Breez is for anyone who wants to use bitcoin for everyday payments. It's particularly useful for individuals looking for a simple way to send and receive small bitcoin amounts, and for merchants who want to accept Lightning payments easily.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.21 — 2025-01-14

Bug fixes

### 1.1.20 — 2024-12-05

Bug fixes

### 1.1.19 — 2024-07-09

* Bug fixes

### 1.1.18 — 2024-06-11

bug fixes

### 1.1.17 — 2024-06-07

* Added better UI for collaborative channel closures.
* Improved payments reliability in case of long routes.
* Added localization for Bulgarian language.
* Improved readability on shareable items on payment details.
* Checkboxes can now be checked by tapping on the corresponding label.
* Updated Apps section.
* Added Value Time splits support to podcasts.

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*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 2026-09-01.*
