# HeartMath — Calm mind. Open heart.

> App for heart-brain coherence training to reduce stress and improve focus. (iPhone/iPad app by HeartMath Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heartmath/id6446414998 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [HeartMath Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/482739914)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 4,460 App Store ratings · 161 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 185 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-08-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heartmath/id6446414998/reviews.md

## What is HeartMath?

Align your heart, mind, and emotions to help you manage stress, improve focus, and perform at your best.

Enjoy HeartMath’s free intro experience to access your heart’s natural intelligence and see your heart-brain coherence as real-time feedback. Then start your 7-day free trial to explore a comprehensive collection of guided sessions, immersive journeys, and coherence practices designed to help you experience greater calm, focus, clearer thinking, and a more balanced you.

**Inner Balance Coherence Plus sensor owners: Use your sensor to unlock a lifetime subscription.**

Built on 30+ years of research on the heart-brain connection and supported by over 500 research studies, HeartMath is used in wellness and resilience programs at organizations including Stanford Healthcare and Kaiser Permanente, as well as in professional sports, the military, law enforcement, leading universities, non-profit organizations, and major corporations. It is used by coaches, trainers, and health professionals for stress education and resilience training.

The HeartMath system is more than stress management: it’s a journey to more heart-centered living. This app puts HeartMath’s practical, research-supported tools right at your fingertips. Make mental and emotional well-being an achievable part of your daily life.

The HeartMath technology is for stress education and resilience training. It is not a medical device. We encourage you to consult a health professional before making any medical decisions.

KEY FEATURES
• Real-time HRV coherence feedback: Use your phone’s camera or upgrade to the Inner Balance Coherence Plus sensor for a more precise signal and a free app subscription.
• Coherence training: Whether you choose the game or the guided mode, watch your heart-rhythm pattern and coherence change in real time.
• Research-Supported: Techniques developed from 30+ years of scientific research to help boost focus, positive feelings, and your ability to manage stress.
• Guided learning: Explore guided meditations, courses, and videos led by HeartMath trainers.
• Progress tracking: View your progress over time with a variety of chart options.

WHAT REGULAR COHERENCE PRACTICE CAN SUPPORT
Heart-brain coherence is a balanced, focused state you create yourself through calm breathing and positive focus. Coherence supports the body’s natural ability to shift from tension to calm, helping you manage everyday stress and build inner balance.

• SUPPORTS STRESS MANAGEMENT & EMOTIONAL BALANCE
• SUPPORTS FOCUS AND MENTAL CLARITY — coherent states are associated with more focus, clarity, and creativity.
• SUPPORTS RESILIENCE — regular practice can help you adapt to and recover from challenging situations more quickly.
• ENHANCES EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING AND SELF-AWARENESS — practice can support a greater sense of inner calm and a more mindful relationship with your emotions.

Subscription terms:

• Subscriptions renew automatically at the end of each year.
• You can cancel your subscription at any time in your account settings.
• You will not be refunded for any unused portion of a subscription.
• Price is subject to change.
• Subscriptions are not available in all countries.
• Full subscription terms: https://my.heartmath.com/terms

If you’d like to purchase an Inner Balance Coherence Plus sensor to unlock complimentary lifetime access to the HeartMath app, please visit the HeartMath website.

## Key features

- Real-time HRV Coherence Measurement
- Coherence Training
- Scientifically Validated Techniques
- Guided Learning Sessions
- Progress Tracking
- Heart-Brain Coherence Benefits

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HeartMath Premium | $59.00 | per year |
| HeartMath Premium | $39.00 | per year |
| HeartMath Premium | $79.00 | per year |
| HeartMath Premium | $79.00 | per year |


## What do users think of HeartMath?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Huge improvement over previous app
- 👍 Easy to use and highly recommended
- 💡 Loaded with HeartMath techniques and courses
- 👍 Powerful tool for nervous system balance and anxiety reduction
- 👍 Helps achieve a better mental state
- 👍 Transformational and life-changing
- 👍 Recommended by cardiologist
- 👍 Effective biofeedback and coherence tracking

**Cons**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues with sensor
- 🐛 Sensor not compatible with older devices
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes on newer devices
- 🐛 Inaccurate heart rate and coherence readings
- 🐛 Disruptive screen sleep behavior during sessions
- 🔋 Sensor battery life concerns

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Sensor connection issues on newer devices
- App crashes and freezes on iPhone 16 Pro
- Inaccurate heart rate and coherence readings
- Screen sleep behavior disrupting sessions

**Most requested features**

- Add dark mode option
- Allow playing music/sounds during sessions
- Provide audio feedback on coherence levels
- Add session history customization and details
- Improve sensor compatibility with older devices

## Recent user reviews (10 of 161)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heartmath/id6446414998/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Massive change

*2026-08-23*

This is a guaranteed life changer for you and everyone around you

### 5/5 — Amazing Device

*2026-08-15, version 4.5*

This device has become the foundational piece of my daily meditation practice. It quantifies the meditation experience, and has so much learning and variety of practices available, you could use it for years and both deepen and refresh your practice for many years. It has changed the way I meditate, how often, and my belief in its efficacy.

### 2/5 — Poor sensor accuracy

*2026-08-11, version 4.5*

This is a well designed app and there is genuine science behind coherence. But the results the app records are too inaccurate and random to be of much use. A small pressure change of finger against sensor dramatically changes the coherence score. The ear sensor they sell isn’t much better in fact sometimes it won’t even work at all. Without sufficiently accurate data, this just isn’t useful unfortunately.

### 5/5 — Great app for heart based breathing

*2026-08-10, version 4.5*

This is a great app for calming your nervous system through heart based breathing. The activities and guides walk you through the steps and the constellation game is a fun way for kids to practice the techniques. Well worth the money or get the sensor for a free subscription.

### 5/5 — Biofeedback on our internal worlds …

*2026-08-10*

I love HeartMath and everything it stands for. Let’s help raise the Vibration of our planet by being in heart coherence! I look forward to my practice every morning and every afternoon. ❤️❤️❤️

### 5/5 — Best ever

*2026-08-09, version 4.5*

Can’t say enough good stuff about this program! B st money I ever spent was buying the heart rate.

### 5/5 — Creates a grateful life

*2026-08-08, version 4.5*

They say you pick your handle in life - either the handle of “I live a great life” or the handle of “i hate my life”. 

Do you live in the gap or the gain? 

Heart math was taught to me by a 8 figure agency, friend, and great human. 

When I use it consistently I feel grateful for my life.

### 5/5 — Camera pulse detection issue

*2026-08-07*

While I am really enjoying Heartmath I have issues with the camera detecting my pulse. It's very frustrating why it's so difficult, I do everything as required. So if you can suggest the best way, let me know.

### 5/5 — Has Helped Tremendously

*2026-08-07, version 4.5*

I have tried so many things to try to help my anxiety, including medication, and HeartMath has made the biggest difference. My emotions are more regulated and I feel way more resilient and confident.

### 1/5 — Traduction !!!

*2026-06-27*

Manque les traductions, depuis le temps, et surtout en français dans mon cas personnel !

## Frequently asked questions about HeartMath

### What does the HeartMath app do?

The HeartMath app helps you align your heart, mind, and emotions to transform stress, improve focus, and achieve optimal performance. It provides scientifically validated strategies and practices to enhance mental and emotional well-being.

### What are the key features of the HeartMath app?

Key features include real-time HRV coherence measurement, coherence training with visual feedback, scientifically validated techniques to boost focus and reduce stress, guided learning sessions, and progress tracking.

### How much does the HeartMath app cost?

The app offers a free intro experience and a 7-day free trial for its comprehensive features. A lifetime subscription is available for owners of the Inner Balance Coherence Plus sensor. Subscriptions renew automatically.

### What are the benefits of using HeartMath?

Practicing heart-brain coherence with the app can reduce stress and anxiety, enhance cognitive function and focus, increase resilience, improve physical health, and boost psychological well-being and self-regulation.

### Who is the HeartMath app for?

This app is designed for anyone looking to manage stress, improve their focus, and cultivate a more balanced and heart-centered life. It is utilized by individuals, healthcare professionals, athletes, and organizations.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.5.1 — 2026-08-24

• New practice journey to guide your daily practice
• Deeper biofeedback insights in the Progress tab
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 4.5 — 2026-08-05

• New practice journey to guide your daily practice
• Deeper biofeedback insights in the Progress tab
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 4.4.1 — 2026-06-02

• Apple Health syncing for Mindful Minutes and Heart Rate
• Bug fixes and other improvements

### 4.4 — 2026-05-26

• Apple Health syncing for Mindful Minutes and Heart Rate
• Bug fixes and other improvements

### 4.3.1 — 2026-04-27

• Before & After Session Insights
• Improved support for strong passwords
• Feature enhancements and bug fixes

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## More apps by HeartMath Inc.

- [HeartQuotes](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heartquotes/id482739911)
- [Inner Balance](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inner-balance/id569278747)

All apps by HeartMath Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/482739914

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