# Sensate: Stress/Anxiety Relief — Calm Device & Better Sleep

> Vibrational and sound-based relaxation and meditation device for stress relief and sleep. (iPhone/iPad app by Bioself Technology Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sensate-stressanxiety-relief/id1225801099 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bioself Technology Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1225801098)
- Category: Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 3,296 App Store ratings · 202 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 48 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-07-28
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sensate-stressanxiety-relief/id1225801099/reviews.md

## What is Sensate?

Let's Solve Stress. Relax and meditate through the vibration and sound of Sensate.

Sensate integrates with the Apple Health App, allowing you to log mindful minutes each time you complete a Sensate session.


Sensate Plus includes Apple Subscriptions, which use the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA). They can be viewed at https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Vibration-based relaxation
- Sound-guided meditation
- Stress relief
- Improved sleep
- Apple Health integration
- Mindful minute tracking

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sensate Plus Annual | $49.99 | per year |


## What do users think of Sensate?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🚀 Relaxing and calming
- 🚀 Helps with sleep and stress relief
- 🚀 Improves HRV and regulates nervous system
- 🚀 Effective for managing long COVID symptoms
- 🚀 Portable and easy to use

**Cons**

- 🐛 Buggy app with connectivity issues
- 🔒 Poor customer service and lack of support
- 🔋 Device durability issues, stops working after a few months
- 💰 Expensive device with limited free content
- 💡 Limited music/audio options, lack of new content updates

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes, freezes, or fails to connect to device
- Activation codes not working, unable to access premium content
- Vibration stops working after some time
- Inability to use device without internet connection

**Most requested features**

- More music/audio options and customization
- Integration with Apple Health for tracking
- Ability to use own audio with the device
- Battery level indicator in the app
- Improved app design and user experience

## Recent user reviews (10 of 202)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sensate-stressanxiety-relief/id1225801099/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Calming

*2026-07-06, version 1.10.13*

Very calming for me and helps to my feelings keep regulated

### 2/5 — not effective and the app is bad

*2026-07-06*

I've been using the device for about a month and I can't tell any difference.  It's definitely not helping me get to sleep.  The app has a bunch of awful "soundscapes" that you have to use in order to use the device.  The paid soundscapes might be better but I'm not going to pay for a subscription to something that seems ineffective.  It would be much better if I could just activate the device for a session and listen to something I find relaxing like the calm app.

### 1/5 — Okay device. Mediocre software.

*2026-06-24, version 1.10.12*

The device is okay but the software that goes with it is a big disappointment. The worst part is that they don’t ever seem to be making any efforts to improve it. I come from a technology background and have never seen a company that appears to be less interested in improving their app.

### 1/5 — Needs to keep app open 24/7

*2026-06-20, version 1.10.12*

The device doesn’t work unless you keep the app open…. 2nd this device doesn’t need an app period… not everything needs an app, especially a device that just vibrates on your chest….

### 5/5 — Excellent and easy

*2026-06-11, version 1.10.12*

Love the soundscapes. Very relaxing and easy to use.

### 1/5 — Do not buy

*2026-04-12, version 1.10.12*

A terrible product with an even worse app

### 5/5 — Release

*2026-03-15, version 1.10.12*

Release worry & stress

### 5/5 — Love!!! Relax and Drops Blood Pressure

*2026-01-07*

I carry my senate with me everywhere!!! When I’m feeling stressed, it help me relax in minutes. Being a scientist myself, I’ve also enjoyed finding objective ways to measure the efficacy of this device. But in short, even my auntie who was having terrible high blood pressure episodes was able to significantly drop her blood pressure when drugs alone were not working.

### 1/5 — Bluetooth

*2026-01-01, version 1.10.10*

Sensate device Doesn’t connect to Bluetooth at times. Tried shutting off and turning back on. Have to restart phone then it’ll connect. Don’t have this issue with any other Bluetooth device and the iPhone. Also, limited number of Sensate sessions unless one upgrades to Sensate plus subscription. The device was expensive, at my income level. I cannot afford to subscribe, so was disappointed most of the sessions in the app are only for paid subscribers

### 2/5 — App connection delays

*2025-12-29, version 1.10.10*

Recently purchased a Sensate for managing emotional ups and downs and the app is a huge barrier to getting into an effective session. It takes forever for the selected episode to load even though it says these episodes are downloaded on device.

## Frequently asked questions about Sensate

### What does the Sensate app do?

The app guides users through relaxation and meditation sessions using vibration and sound. It aims to help users reduce stress, manage anxiety, and improve their sleep quality.

### How does it help with stress and sleep?

By utilizing specific vibrations and sounds, the app promotes a state of calm and relaxation. This can effectively alleviate stress and anxiety, leading to more restful sleep.

### Does the app cost money?

The app itself is free to download. However, it offers 'Sensate Plus' which includes Apple Subscriptions for enhanced features, indicating a freemium model with potential in-app purchases.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app integrates with the Apple Health App, suggesting compatibility with iOS devices. Specific hardware requirements for the vibration and sound features are not detailed but are implied.

### How can I track my progress?

The app integrates with the Apple Health App. Each time you complete a Sensate session, your mindful minutes will be logged, allowing you to monitor your progress in relaxation and meditation.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.10.13 — 2026-06-26

Small copy update

### 1.10.12 — 2026-02-25

Exposing user id in account

### 1.10.11 — 2026-01-07

Update to Sensate Plus subscription access

### 1.10.10 — 2025-04-22

Minor tweaks

### 1.10.9 — 2025-04-22

Small tweaks and improvements

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