# But First, Exhale — Guided Meditation App

> Spiritual guided meditations for inner peace, emotional balance, and lasting transformation. (iPhone/iPad app by Madison Arnholt.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/but-first-exhale/id6459450507 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Madison Arnholt](https://appshunter.io/developer/1701784559)
- Category: Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 41 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-08-09
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/but-first-exhale/id6459450507/reviews.md

## What is But First, Exhale?

Spiritual guided meditations for inner peace, emotional balance & intuitive clarity.

Have you ever felt really calm after meditating, only to have the mental chatter and emotional stress take back over a few minutes later?

But First, Exhale is a new kind of meditation app that’s not just about a quick dose of calm that disappears as soon as you get back to your life. It’s about experiencing a deep transformation from within that allows you to live with an ever increasing sense of peace, freedom and clarity. 

Instead of trying to get “there” (to a quiet mind, to inner peace, to the next achievement/manifestation, etc), But First, Exhale is about working with what’s HERE and learning to support yourself in staying present, grounded and patient with whatever you’re feeling and whatever arises. 

When you practice meditation in this way, a whole new way of experiencing the world arises and an incredible peace, freedom and wisdom will be revealed to you.

- Choose from a variety of shorter meditations for a quick reset or longer meditations for a deeper journey: 0-10 minutes, 11-20 minutes, 21-30 minutes, 30+ minutes
- Choose to meditate with soothing, tranquil music or no music 
- Save your favorites and access them offline
- Curated programs like the 5 Day Anxiety Detox or 7 Day Meditation Challenge
- Learn what creates rapid, deep and lasting transformation in meditation in our welcome series videos
- Meditations to help you: relax, surrender, release tension and stress, access your intuition, release stuck emotions/energy, expand your awareness, deepen your sense of peace, presence and alignment in your everyday life and more!

But First, Exhale offers two auto-renewing subscription options, each with a free 14 day trial:
$11/month
$88/year (that's only $7.33 a month)

These prices are in USD and may vary based on country conversions.

Start your free 14 day trial today by downloading the app and subscribing.

EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: http://app.butfirstexhale.com/privacy-policy

## Key features

- Guided meditations for inner peace
- Emotional balance and intuitive clarity
- Meditations of varying lengths (0-30+ min)
- Choice of music or no music
- Offline access to saved favorites
- Curated programs and welcome series videos
- Meditations for relaxation and stress release

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BFE Annual | $88.00 | per year |
| BFE Monthly | $11.00 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/but-first-exhale/id6459450507/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great App Even Greater Meditations

*2023-12-03*

I’ve been meaning to leave a review for others to read.  I’ve have been throughly enjoying these meditations in this app. I love how there are different lengths too. Mid day quick reset there’s something for that. Or a longer for a morning or evening session! Love!!! The app is easy to navigate, you can favorite meditations, and there is an option for music or no music! Great app!!

### 5/5 — Best meditation app out there!

*2023-11-05*

Do yourself a favor and download this app! Whether you’re a seasoned or new meditator, the welcoming interface and variety of meditations are accessible and effective. Especially loving the 5 day anxiety detox!

### 5/5 — Love these meditations.

*2023-08-12*

I've done a lot of guided meditations and these are by far the best. I'm so glad I found these app!!!

### 5/5 — A MUST-HAVE App

*2023-08-11*

All of Madison’s meditations help to re-center and call your mind. Whether you’re stressed at work or just feeling like you need to tune in to yourself there is a mediation for everyone!

### 5/5 — Absolutely amazing!!

*2023-08-11*

This app is absolutely incredible. It’s easy to use and the meditations are truly unique (not just like all other guided meditations out there) and powerful. The price for what you get is also amazing! Highly recommend checking it out if you’re a spiritual person looking to go deeper within yourself for peace and clarity.

### 5/5 — LOVE this app

*2023-08-10*

I absolutely love this app!!! Madison’s meditations are so soothing and have helped me realize many negative emotions including anxiety, shame, frustration etc. Anytime I’m feeling like something needs to be shifted I turn to this app. I love Madison’s take on meditation as well. It’s unique and truly has been a breath of fresh air. Finally the app itself is BEAUTIFUL and feels like a luxury meditation spa!! Highly recommend for anyone who wants to meditate more consistently!

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2023-08-10*

I never realized how much a calming user interface would contribute to my relaxation until I used this app! It is so beautiful and extremely user-friendly. The meditations feel personally curated like you’re in-person with the creator. I like that you can select your favorites to easily find your go-to meditations when you need them. Looking forward to seeing more content from this platform!

## Frequently asked questions about But First, Exhale

### What is the primary focus of But First, Exhale?

But First, Exhale focuses on spiritual guided meditations designed to cultivate inner peace, emotional balance, and intuitive clarity. It aims for deep, lasting transformation rather than just temporary calm.

### What meditation lengths are available in But First, Exhale?

But First, Exhale offers a range of meditation lengths to suit different needs, including 0-10 minutes for quick resets, 11-20 minutes, 21-30 minutes, and sessions longer than 30 minutes for deeper journeys.

### Can I save meditations and listen offline with But First, Exhale?

Yes, you can save your favorite meditations and access them offline with But First, Exhale. This feature allows you to continue your practice even without an internet connection.

### What subscription options does But First, Exhale offer?

But First, Exhale provides two auto-renewing subscription options: $11.00 per month or $88.00 per year, which averages to $7.33 per month. Both plans include a free 14-day trial.

### Does But First, Exhale have ads?

Yes, But First, Exhale contains advertisements. While it offers a free trial and free content, users may encounter ads within the application.

### What age rating does But First, Exhale have?

But First, Exhale has an age rating of 17+. This is based on its content and themes, which may be more suitable for mature audiences.

### How often is But First, Exhale updated?

But First, Exhale was last updated on July 11, 2024, with version 1.4. This indicates a relatively recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support for the app.

### What devices is But First, Exhale compatible with?

But First, Exhale is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for users within the Apple ecosystem.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4 — 2024-07-11

- subscription page errors fixed

### 1.3 — 2023-09-05

- Subscription page errors fixed

### 1.2 — 2023-08-17

- subscription page errors fixed

### 1.1 — 2023-08-13

- play in background

### 1.0 — 2023-08-09

No release notes.

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