# Luvia: Living Soundscapes — Sleep, Focus & Calm Sounds

> Authentic, evolving nature and music soundscapes for wellness and relaxation. (iPhone/iPad app by Satori Studios.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luvia-living-soundscapes/id6472001011 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Satori Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1716449563)
- Category: Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 5 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 261 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-09-28
- Data updated: 2026-08-02
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luvia-living-soundscapes/id6472001011/reviews.md

## What is Luvia?

:: Escape the Noise. Reconnect with Nature ::

Luvia is built from real places. We travel with microphones from the rainforests of the Northern Rivers to temple gardens in Kyoto, and record nature sounds as they actually sound. We weave those field recordings with hand-recorded traditional instruments into living soundscapes for sleep, focus and calm. Nothing loops. Just like in nature, no two moments are ever the same.
Mix rain sounds, ocean waves, birdsong and sacred flutes into your own ambient soundscape, save it, and return to your calm anytime.


:: Why People Use Luvia ::

-- Sleep sounds for deep rest -- 
Quiet a racing mind with the ever-changing rhythms of our Northern Rivers nature sounds, where gentle songbirds meet earthy cello. Research consistently links natural sound to lower heart rate, reduced stress and deeper sleep.

-- Focus sounds for flow -- 
Enter deep focus with Japanese temple sounds, traditional flutes and summer cicadas. A landmark 2021 study in PNAS found that exposure to natural sound was linked to improved mood, lower stress and enhanced cognitive performance across dozens of studies. Soft, ambient sound holds attention without stealing it - perfect for work, study and creating.

--Calm sounds for anxiety and stress -- 
Melt tension with our Water Therapy library of relaxing sounds. Meditative handpan and gentle water settle the nervous system the way only moving water can.
Meditation sounds and white noise alternatives. Transform any room with hypnotic monochord drones or crystal singing bowls. Tune out the world and into yourself.


:: What Our Community Says :: 

"As a mindfulness teacher it is hard to find music that truly relaxes and connects. Luvia allows me to curate my meditation sounds exactly how I want them. It's a whole world of high quality natural sounds at your fingertips." 
Emily, psychologist and mindfulness teacher)

"I love how Luvia is like a door into both relaxation and travel all at once. The quality of the sounds is like nothing I've heard before, blending culture and nature in an immersive way."
Dr Mahi Paquette


:: The Luvia Difference ::

-- Truly evolving audio --
Generative soundscapes and ambient sounds that never loop, so you never feel fatigued.

--Real provenance -- 
Every nature sound is recorded by us, in the place named, in high-fidelity binaural 3D audio - like having two ears in the actual environment.

-- Grounded in research --
Our soundscapes draw on published research in environmental psychology and acoustics on how natural sound supports sleep, attention and recovery.
A growing world. Over 1,100 curated sounds from across the world, plus the tools to build your own soundscapes and rituals. 

-- New sound worlds are always releasing --
Listening that gives back. Your subscription supports the traditional musicians we record with and as we grow, grassroots environmental projects in the places we record. Grow with us.


:: MADE FOR YOUR LIFE ::

- For sleep and insomnia relief
- For students and professionals who need focus sounds and background noise to concentrate
- For meditation, yoga and breathwork
- For therapists, wellness professionals, spas and venues that want ambient sound as considered as their space


:: FEATURES ::

- Personal sound mixer - blend nature sounds, instruments and ambient textures into your own soundscape
- Save your creations - keep your custom sound mixes and return to them anytime (unlimited with a subscription)
- Offline listening - download your soundscapes and sleep sounds and take them anywhere
- Sleep and meditation timer - gentle fade-outs, never a hard stop
- Practitioner and venue plans - royalty-free commercial licensing for professional spaces


Luvia is a quiet place in a loud world, made by two people who believe the most advanced sound technology on Earth is the Earth
Download Luvia and start listening to real nature sounds today.

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Evolving, non-looping soundscapes
- Authentic nature and music recordings
- Customizable soundscape creation
- Science-backed wellness frequencies
- 100+ presets and unlimited custom options
- Supports musicians and ecosystems

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Personal - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Personal - Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Professional - Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Professional - Annual | $119.99 | per year |
| Luvia Premium - Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Luvia Premium - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Luvia Personal - Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Luvia Personal - Annual | $52.99 | per year |
| Founder Pro Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Luvia Pro - Annual | $84.99 | per year |
| Personal Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Personal Annual | $79.99 | per year |
| Professional Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Professional Annual | $139.99 | per year |



## Frequently asked questions about Luvia

### What is Luvia?

Luvia offers immersive, evolving soundscapes created from authentic nature recordings and traditional music. It aims to help users find peace, improve focus, and achieve better sleep.

### Does Luvia have ads?

Yes, Luvia contains advertisements. As a subscription-based service, ads are part of the experience, though the core functionality is unlocked through a subscription.

### How much does Luvia cost?

Luvia offers a 7-day free trial, after which a subscription is required. Monthly plans range from $9.99 to $14.99, with annual options also available.

### What kind of soundscapes does Luvia offer?

Luvia provides a variety of soundscapes including nature sounds like rain and birdsong, traditional music, and specific frequencies like 432hz and binaural beats designed for sleep, focus, and anxiety reduction.

### Can I create my own soundscapes in Luvia?

Yes, Luvia features intuitive tools that allow you to weave together nature sounds and traditional music to create your own personalized soundscapes. You can save these creations for later use.

### Is Luvia available on multiple devices?

Based on the provided data, Luvia is currently supported on iPhones. Information regarding Android or other device compatibility is not available.

### How often is Luvia updated?

The app was last updated on December 5, 2025, indicating regular maintenance and potential new content releases. New sound libraries are also mentioned as coming regularly.

### What makes Luvia's audio unique?

Luvia's soundscapes are truly evolving and never loop, offering a natural and immersive experience. They use high-fidelity, binaural 3D audio with authentic recordings, avoiding synthetic noises or AI generation.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.8 — 2026-07-08

:: LUVIA REGENERATED IS HERE  ::
Build your own soundscape, blend nature sounds and instruments live as they play, and explore 72 new sleep, focus, calm and meditation presets.

:: BUILD YOUR OWN WORLD ::
 The new Build flow walks you through composing a soundscape from the ground up: choose your world, your nature sounds, your instruments, and shape it into something that's yours. Name it and keep it forever.

:: CREATE RITUALS :: 
There's never been a better time to start your morning practice, lock in regular meditation or know when it's time to wind-down. Luvia guides you through making your own soundscapes perfectly tuned to the needs of your nervous system and mind to calm or focus exactly as you need it. And you'll get a sweet reminder when it's time to lock in.

:: A NEW BEGINNING ::
Onboarding now composes your first soundscape with you, tuned to what you came for: focus, sleep, calm, meditation or restoration. It's saved and waiting when you arrive.

:: THE CURATE PANEL ::
 A completely new way to shape sound while it plays. Choose your instruments across melodies, undertones and resonant tones. Slide Deepen to sink the whole soundscape lower and slower. Let Breathe move the sound in long, slow waves. Double-tap any active layer to bring it forward without losing your blend.

:: 72 NEW PRESETS ::
Eighteen new designed sound presets in each of our four libraries, spanning focus, rest, meditation, breathwork, sound healing and sleep.

:: YOUR SOUNDS, REDESIGNED ::
Every saved soundscape carries its own icon, timer and settings in one simple row. Tap to play, hold to rearrange. Assign a timer to a preset once and it's set every time.

:: SOUNDSCAPES IN THE CLOUD ::
Your sound libraries now live in the cloud. Download the worlds you want in Manage Soundscapes, and clear the ones you don't need to save space.

:: TUNED FOR YOUR SPEAKER ::
Luvia senses how you're listening and quietly tailors the sound: optimised EQ and richer body on the iPhone speaker, untouched fidelity on headphones and good speakers, switching seamlessly the moment you change.

:: A SMARTER TIMER ::
A redesigned dial for hours and minutes, time shown naturally (2 hr 20 min), and endings that stay gentle: soft fades, and hand-recorded sacred bells and bowls from temples around the world. Can now be stored within a preset for quick access.

 :: AND EVERYTHING AROUND IT ::
A beautiful new look across the app, updated soundscape videos, a How to Use guide, longer soundscape names, smoother sign-in, and a long list of stability and audio refinements for seamless listening, hour after hour.

### 2.0.7 — 2026-07-02

:: LUVIA REGENERAGTED IS HERE  ::
Build your own soundscape, blend nature sounds and instruments live as they play, and explore 72 new sleep, focus, calm and meditation presets.

:: BUILD YOUR OWN WORLD ::
 The new Build flow walks you through composing a soundscape from the ground up: choose your world, your nature sounds, your instruments, and shape it into something that's yours. Name it and keep it forever.

:: CREATE RITUALS :: 
There's never been a better time to start your morning practice, lock in regular meditation or know when it's time to wind-down. Luvia guides you through making your own soundscapes perfectly tuned to the needs of your nervous system and mind to calm or focus exactly as you need it. And you'll get a sweet reminder when it's time to lock in.

:: A NEW BEGINNING ::
Onboarding now composes your first soundscape with you, tuned to what you came for: focus, sleep, calm, meditation or restoration. It's saved and waiting when you arrive.

:: THE CURATE PANEL ::
 A completely new way to shape sound while it plays. Choose your instruments across melodies, undertones and resonant tones. Slide Deepen to sink the whole soundscape lower and slower. Let Breathe move the sound in long, slow waves. Double-tap any active layer to bring it forward without losing your blend.

:: 72 NEW PRESETS ::
Eighteen new designed sound presets in each of our four libraries, spanning focus, rest, meditation, breathwork, sound healing and sleep.

:: YOUR SOUNDS, REDESIGNED ::
Every saved soundscape carries its own icon, timer and settings in one simple row. Tap to play, hold to rearrange. Assign a timer to a preset once and it's set every time.

:: SOUNDSCAPES IN THE CLOUD ::
Your sound libraries now live in the cloud. Download the worlds you want in Manage Soundscapes, and clear the ones you don't need to save space.

:: TUNED FOR YOUR SPEAKER ::
Luvia senses how you're listening and quietly tailors the sound: optimised EQ and richer body on the iPhone speaker, untouched fidelity on headphones and good speakers, switching seamlessly the moment you change.

:: A SMARTER TIMER ::
A redesigned dial for hours and minutes, time shown naturally (2 hr 20 min), and endings that stay gentle: soft fades, and hand-recorded sacred bells and bowls from temples around the world. Can now be stored within a preset for quick access.

 :: AND EVERYTHING AROUND IT ::
A beautiful new look across the app, updated soundscape videos, a How to Use guide, longer soundscape names, smoother sign-in, and a long list of stability and audio refinements for seamless listening, hour after hour.

### 1.0.2 — 2025-12-05

- increased welcome period 
- improved onboarding flow

### 1.0.1 — 2025-11-12

Fixed audio bugs
Added Soundscape preview feature for new users

### 1.0 — 2025-09-28

No release notes.

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