# Hugzio: Breathe & Calm — Breathing, Grounding & Hugi

> Breathing, Grounding & Hugi (iPhone/iPad app by Helpergen Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hugzio-breathe-and-calm/id6770391336 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Helpergen Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1864797483)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 84 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-02
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hugzio-breathe-and-calm/id6770391336/reviews.md

## What is Hugzio?

Hugzio is built around guided breathing — simple, science-backed exercises that help when the racing thoughts, tight chest, and big feelings hit. Meet Hugi, your calming companion, ready to guide you through it, breath by breath.

When your thoughts race or your body feels tense, Hugzio gives you simple calming tools you can reach fast. Open the app, choose what you need, and take the next small step with guided support.

Hugzio also supports people managing GAD, agoraphobia, social anxiety, panic attacks, and other heavy moments — built for times when reading a lot feels hard, decisions feel too big, or you just need something steady beside you.

WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH HUGZIO

PANIC ATTACK SUPPORT
Find fast, easy-to-reach support when panic feelings show up. Choose whether you feel unreal and detached, or whether your thoughts are spiraling — Hugzio routes you to the right support for what you're actually experiencing.

CBT BREATHING EXERCISES
Follow soft visual cues and haptic feedback — your phone vibrates with each breath phase so you can stay grounded without staring at the screen. Evidence-based CBT breathing techniques, including box breathing, long exhales, physiological sighs, and wind-down breathing. Choose a session based on how you feel: anxious, overwhelmed, tired, sad, or ready to reset.

GROUNDING EXERCISES
Come back to the present with voice-guided 5-4-3-2-1 grounding. Audio cues walk you through each sense step — no reading required. Choose 3, 5, or 10 minutes based on how much time you have.

CALMING SOUNDS
Settle with gentle background sounds while you breathe, journal, rest, or take a quiet pause.

PRIVATE JOURNALING
Write down what happened, how you feel, and what helped. Your entries are end-to-end encrypted — only you can read them. Supports voice dictation for moments when typing feels like too much. Use Hugzio to notice patterns over time without pressure or judgment.

CALM GAMES
Try soothing, low-pressure activities when your mind needs a softer place to land.

MEET HUGI
Hugi is your friendly calming companion. Do a quick check-in and Hugi routes you to the right tool — no decisions required when you're overwhelmed.

EMERGENCY SUPPORT
Keep trusted-contact and emergency-resource paths close for moments when you may need another person.

FREE AND PRO TOOLS
Panic support, basic breathing, grounding, and emergency resources are free. Hugzio Pro unlocks more calming tools, expanded sessions, additional sounds, calm games, journal history, insights, and guide voices.

WHY PEOPLE USE HUGZIO

- Evidence-based breathing (box breathing, physiological sigh, 4-7-8) for fast relief
- Hugi keeps support easy to find, one small step at a time
- Gentle tools for big feelings: anxiety, stress, overwhelm, sadness, and rest
- Short prompts and simple choices for difficult moments
- Privacy-first journaling and mood support
- No ads and no data selling
- A soft, friendly design that feels safe to come back to
- Symptom-based panic routing for derealization and thought spirals

Hugzio is a wellness and self-regulation app. It is not medical care, therapy, diagnosis, or emergency treatment. If you may be in danger or need urgent help, contact local emergency services or a trusted person immediately.
Privacy Policy: https://hugzio.com/privacy-policy
Terms of Use: https://hugzio.com/terms-of-use

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hugzio Pro Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Hugzio Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hugzio Pro Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.4.2 — 2026-07-29

* Stressed is now one of Hugi's feelings! Check in as Stressed and get a guided box-breathing exercise made to help you reset.
* We also refreshed the check-in screen and squashed a few small bugs.

### 2.4.0 — 2026-07-28

Stressed is now one of Hugi's feelings! Check in as Stressed and get a guided box-breathing exercise made to help you reset.

Also in this update:
  • Refreshed check-in screen for easier navigation
  • Small bug fixes and stability improvements

### 2.3.2 — 2026-07-21

- A refreshed subscription experience with clearer plan options.
- Faster access to subscription options from locked tools.
- Improved onboarding and settings reliability.
- Stability improvements and bug fixes.

### 2.2.0 — 2026-07-17

An optional Bible verses feature in Connection Step. Turn it on in Settings to include a short verse among the options offered when you're feeling lonely — off by default, and easy to turn off again anytime.

### 2.1.0 — 2026-07-06

Feeling lonely? Hugzio now has a dedicated space for it, with four gentle ways back toward connection: message someone, sit quietly with Hugi, work through a hard thought, or send a little kindness to someone else.

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