# Pulse - Breathing & Meditation — Your breathing app. Your calm.

> Breathing and meditation app for sleep, stress reduction, and focus. (iPhone/iPad app by A2G3 Media inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pulse-breathing-and-meditation/id1244554494 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [A2G3 Media inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1540852079)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 580 App Store ratings · 73 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 61 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-06-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-16
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pulse-breathing-and-meditation/id1244554494/reviews.md

## What is Pulse?

Pulse is a breathing and meditation app that helps you to fall asleep faster and have a more relaxed sleep. With the help of guided relaxation and a calming breath visualisation, you can simply doze off into a warm and comfy sleep within sixty seconds. It can even help to prevent cardiovascular problems.

Stress at work, school or uni? Stressed at home?

Use the relaxation-program (used by military groups to reduce stress in battlefield situations) to release the natural sedatives of the body and become laser-focused again within a minute.

Pulse features...

- Calming and satisfying breath visualisation
- An eye-caring dark mode that enables itself in dark environments
- Apple HealthKit-integration 
- Optional breathing reminders that help you build a habit out of relaxation

What the media say...

"Doze off into a warm and comfy sleep in only one minute. [...]
"Pulse is optically pleasing - no unnecessary or distracting elements. Even the minimalistic and nicely balanced design supports relaxation, stress release and falling asleep."

## Key features

- Guided relaxation and breath visualization
- Sleep aid for faster dozing
- Stress reduction program
- Eye-caring dark mode
- Apple HealthKit integration
- Breathing habit reminders

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $0.49 | per month |
| Pulse PRO | $2.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy Me A Beer! | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Pulse?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 💤 Helps with relaxation and sleep
- 🤗 Simple and easy to use
- 🧘‍♀️ Effective breathing techniques

**Cons**

- 🔒 Requires phone number for access
- 🚫 Limited to certain countries
- 🔇 Sound issues and lack of audio guidance
- 📱 Requires looking at the screen to use

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Upgrade/purchase issues
- Inconsistent functionality across updates

**Most requested features**

- Multi-language support
- Dark mode option
- Vibration or audio cues instead of screen-based guidance
- Longer session duration

## Recent user reviews (10 of 73)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pulse-breathing-and-meditation/id1244554494/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Demands private data/ phone number

*2024-09-09*

I don’t know what level of delusional is required for an app developer to demand a customer verify their personal phone number in order to use a dime-a-dozen breathing app, but I can guarantee I am not ok with the level of permissions requested for a breathing app to function…there are so many other options, there literally is zero reason to give up personal data in exchange for this one. Absolutely NOT.

### 1/5 — Still Working?

*2023-08-11, version 5.5*

This app forces you to put in your number so it can text you BEFORE you can use it! It hangs up & eventually says URLSessionTask failed with error: The request timed out.
The support website comes up 404?

### 1/5 — Shady

*2023-06-17, version 5.5*

Without explanation, requires you to enter your phone number. What this has to do with meditation and what they do with your number is any body’s guess.

### 1/5 — Disappointed as soon as I opened for the first time!

*2023-06-08*

I was excited to use the app for the first time but when I opened the app for the first time right away it ask for my cell phone number! 

I consider my person info sacred and avoid giving it out at all cost. Especially my contact info that they are liking to sell especially when it doesn’t give privacy terms and conditions. Sounds like HELLO ROBO CALLS!

### 1/5 — Datenkriminalität

*2022-03-15, version 5.5*

Warum zum Teufel wollt ihr auf einmal meine Telefonnummer, ausser um die Daten noch sicherer an meine Person zu verknüpfen um mich auszuspionieren und sie weiterzuverkaufen? Kriminelle Machenschaften sind das, die Apple sofort verbieten muss.

### 3/5 — No Sound!

*2021-10-12, version 5.5*

Looks like a great app to fall asleep to relaxing sounds apes but unfortunately I can't get the app to play sound.
I'm not connected to BT headphones, volume is up. Confused! An update or advice would be nice. Thanks

### 1/5 — Phone number

*2021-09-01, version 5.5*

The app now requires a phone number. No thanks.

### 1/5 — You don’t need a mobile number

*2021-07-24, version 5.5*

Why do you require something you don’t need?

### 1/5 — A great app ruined

*2021-05-02, version 5.2*

The latest update has completely changed the app, for the worse. It now requires a verification message sent only to mobile phones in India, USA and France. This is naked data mining and means I can no longer access the app even if I was okay with sharing that data. Completely ruined what was once a great app for breathing exercises.

### 1/5 — Requires your phone number

*2021-05-01*

I’ve been using this app for a while and their recent update now REQUIRES you to give them your phone number. There is absolutely NO REASON why this developer or app needs your phone number. I’ll be removing this app from my phone immediately.

## Frequently asked questions about Pulse

### What does the Pulse app do?

Pulse is a breathing and meditation app designed to help users fall asleep faster, achieve more relaxed sleep, and reduce stress. It utilizes guided relaxation techniques and calming breath visualizations to promote a sense of calm and focus.

### What are the key features of Pulse?

Key features include a calming breath visualization, an eye-caring dark mode that activates automatically, integration with Apple HealthKit, and optional breathing reminders to help build a relaxation habit. It also offers a stress-reduction program used by military groups.

### How much does Pulse cost?

The app is available for free and includes in-app purchases. Specific pricing for premium features or content is not detailed in the provided description, but the core functionality is accessible without initial cost.

### Is Pulse compatible with my device?

The description mentions Apple HealthKit integration, suggesting compatibility with Apple devices. Specific operating system requirements or compatibility with Android devices are not detailed in the provided information.

### How can Pulse help with stress and sleep?

Pulse helps with stress by offering a relaxation program designed to release natural sedatives and improve focus within a minute. For sleep, guided relaxation and breath visualization aim to help users fall asleep within sixty seconds, promoting a warmer and more comfortable sleep experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.5 — 2021-07-19

Updated App store Description
Minor UI Changes

### 5.4 — 2021-06-14

Bugs fixes
Increased the video streaming time limit for free users
Minor UI changes

### 5.3 — 2021-05-03

- Now user can get a good experience in iPad also
- Login with All country's phone numbers.
- Bug fixes

### 5.2 — 2021-04-21

- New UI Interface.
- Heartbeat rate checker.
- Male and female sound in breathing exercise.
- Alarm & Reminder.
- Meditation videos.

### 5.1 — 2020-11-03

- Bug fixes

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