# Sym Breathing: HRV Coherence — Simple Coherent Breathwork

> Guided breathwork app for stress reduction and improved well-being. (iPhone/iPad app by Daniel Lubbers.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sym-breathing-hrv-coherence/id6575391114 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Daniel Lubbers](https://appshunter.io/developer/1759415354)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 35 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 35 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-12-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-02
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sym-breathing-hrv-coherence/id6575391114/reviews.md

## What is Sym Breathing?

SYM BREATHING

A simple way to slow down, breathe evenly, and find a calmer rhythm.

Sym Breathing guides you through a balanced 5.5-second inhale and 5.5-second exhale using smooth visual, audio, and haptic cues. This slow, even rhythm is commonly known as coherent breathing or resonant breathing.

Choose a session length, tap the breathing sphere, and follow along. No complicated routines. No overwhelming controls. Just a simple breathing practice you can return to whenever you need a few quiet minutes.

GUIDED BREATHING, YOUR WAY

Follow the expanding and contracting breathing sphere, listen for gentle audio cues, feel subtle haptic feedback, or combine all three. Choose the guidance that works best for you and your surroundings.

A SIMPLE, BALANCED RHYTHM

Sym Breathing uses a 5.5-second inhale and 5.5-second exhale, approximately 5.5 breaths per minute. The app keeps the rhythm for you, so you can focus on breathing instead of counting seconds or watching a clock.

CHOOSE YOUR SESSION

Select a breath count for a defined practice or choose an open-ended session and breathe for as long as you like.

DAILY AFFIRMATIONS

Begin with a daily affirmation that offers a brief moment of positive reflection before your breathing practice.

NIGHT MODE

Switch to a warm red interface for a softer visual experience in low-light environments or before bed.

LISTEN TO YOUR OWN AUDIO

Keep listening to music, ambient sounds, podcasts, or other audio while you breathe. Adjust the breathing cue volume independently to create the experience you prefer.

COHERENT BREATHING

Slow, balanced breathing practices are commonly used for relaxation, mindfulness, stress management, and supporting autonomic regulation. Research has also explored resonant breathing in relation to heart rate variability, or HRV.

Sym Breathing makes this practice easy to follow by guiding each inhale and exhale for you.

PREMIUM

Unlock all premium features with a monthly or annual subscription.

The annual subscription includes a 7-day free trial. Unless canceled before the trial ends, the subscription automatically renews at the displayed annual price. Subscriptions can be managed or canceled through your App Store account settings.

HEALTH DISCLAIMER

Sym Breathing is intended for general wellness, relaxation, and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

If you experience discomfort or dizziness while practicing breathwork, stop the session. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before beginning a new wellness practice if you have questions or concerns about your health.

TERMS OF USE (EULA)
https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Breathe slowly. Find your rhythm.

## Key features

- Guided 5.5-second inhale/exhale rhythm
- Customizable audio, visual, and haptic cues
- Daily affirmations for positive mindset
- Night mode for reduced blue light
- Seamless audio integration with other apps
- Effortless session initiation

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Annually | $4.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 17)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sym-breathing-hrv-coherence/id6575391114/reviews.md

### 5/5 — This app makes breath work a breeze!!

*2026-04-27*

I appreciate that you can customize your experience with your own music. The app is easy to navigate. And I love the daily positive affirmations!!

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for your support. I’m really glad you’re enjoying pairing Sym Breathing with your favorite music, along with the affirmations and overall experience. Your review truly means a lot as an indie developer. Wishing you many peaceful breaths ahead.

### 5/5 — Beautiful Tool

*2026-04-27*

This app has made a positive impact on my day today practice of breath and meditation. Especially love the positive affirmations each day.

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for this kind review. It means a lot to hear Sym Breathing is supporting your daily breath and meditation practice. I’m glad you’re enjoying the affirmations too. Wishing you all the best on your journey.

### 1/5 — Not free to try

*2026-04-25*

Ridiculously long onboarding then you have to pay even though the screenshot on the download page mentions no in app payments. Deceptive. Hard paywalls are a menace.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback. Sym Breathing offers a free 1-week trial, with the option to cancel before any annual charge. After subscribing or choosing a one-time purchase, all features are included with no additional purchases. I’m also always working to keep onboarding simple and clear.

### 5/5 — Beneficial!

*2025-09-20*

Sym breathing sends me a morning affirmation daily. The breathing along with my music is also a huge benefit. The app is very helpful for my daily rituals. 
Ty!

**Developer response:** Love to hear Sym Breathing is a part of your daily rituals 🌿✨ Glad the affirmations and coherent breathing are bringing value to your mornings. Wishing you many more peaceful mornings ahead.

### 5/5 — Beautiful way to start the day!

*2025-05-23*

I love the positive affirmation this app sends me first thing in the morning! Then I start the breathing reminder and put my phone in my pocket. I start my day being quietly reminded of my healthy, calming coherent breathing.

**Developer response:** We’re so glad the morning affirmation is helping you begin your day with calm and intention. That quiet, grounded start can make a meaningful difference—and it’s exactly what Sym Breathing was created for. Thank you for your kind and thoughtful review! 💙

### 5/5 — Beginner Friendly

*2025-03-19*

As someone new to breathwork, this breathing app has made it easy to build a routine, even with my busy life as a small business owner balancing family time. The simple coherent breathing technique helps me calm my nervous system during stressful moments, making it an essential tool for relaxation and focus! What a great tool.

**Developer response:** We're thrilled to hear that the app is helping you find calm and balance amidst the busyness of running a business and caring for your family. It's wonderful to know that coherent breathing is supporting you in stressful moments and becoming a reliable part of your routine. Wishing you continued peace and presence on your breathwork journey — we’re honored to be part of it!

### 5/5 — Simple yet effective

*2025-01-19*

I have loved using this app! Instead of getting distracted by counting, the app helps me stay fully in the moment which allows me to feel more benefits of the practice. I also really enjoy how soothing the sounds are for both the inhale and exhale. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for an app to integrate mindfulness into their day!

**Developer response:** We absolutely love hearing how much you love using Sym Breathing! When you can let go of timing your breaths and simply flow with the guided animations and tones, it helps create a deeper, more cohesive connection between your mind and breath. The tones, inspired by singing bowls, were thoughtfully chosen to resonate with the heart and third eye chakras, enhancing the mindfulness experience. Thank you so much for your recommendation—we’re honored to support your journey toward greater calm and balance! 🌱💚

### 5/5 — Straightforward and easy to use

*2025-01-16*

I really like the simple interface and easy instructions. The app is calming and has helped me as a beginner. Definitely recommend!

**Developer response:** We’re so happy to hear you’re enjoying the simple design and calming experience of Sym Breathing. Knowing it’s been helpful for you as a beginner truly makes our day. Keep up the great work on your journey—it’s all about consistency, and we’re cheering you on! 💙

### 5/5 — Sym Breathing

*2025-01-15*

This app is so effective . It’s simply created for you to just breathe . I’ve used this app daily while doing my yoga and meditations ! Very user centric and would immensely help anyone who’s just getting into breathing as well !

**Developer response:** We’re so glad to hear Sym Breathing has become part of your yoga and meditation routine! 🧘‍♀️ Hearing that it’s both effective and beginner-friendly means so much to us. Thank you for sharing your experience—it’s feedback like this that keeps us inspired. Wishing you continued mindfulness! 💙

### 5/5 — Simple and effective

*2025-01-15*

So clean and easy to use. When I start to feel myself heading in a direction I don’t want to go, I just open the app, hit the button, and breathe. It’s seriously that easy to reset my state of mind. Works great for me!

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience with Sym Breathing! 🌟 We're thrilled to hear that the app helps you reset your state of mind so effortlessly. It’s exactly what we envisioned—to make mindfulness accessible in moments when it’s needed most. Keep breathing easy! 💙

## Frequently asked questions about Sym Breathing

### What is Sym Breathing: HRV Coherence?

Sym Breathing: HRV Coherence is a mobile application designed to guide users through coherent breathing exercises. It utilizes a specific 5.5-second inhale and exhale rhythm to help users achieve a calm, balanced state, reduce stress, improve heart rate variability (HRV), and sharpen focus.

### What are the key features of Sym Breathing?

Key features include effortless guidance with a simple breathing sphere, customizable sensory cues (audio, visual, haptic), daily affirmations to reinforce positive thoughts, a night mode with a red theme to support sleep, and seamless audio integration allowing users to listen to music or podcasts simultaneously.

### How much does Sym Breathing cost?

The app offers a free trial period. To unlock all premium features, users can choose between a monthly or annual subscription. A 7-day free trial is available with the annual subscription plan, and subscriptions can be canceled at any time before the trial ends.

### Is Sym Breathing compatible with my device?

The provided information does not specify device compatibility. However, as it is a mobile application, it is designed to run on smartphones and tablets. Users can typically check compatibility details on the app store page for their specific device.

### What are the benefits of using Sym Breathing?

Research suggests that coherent breathing can calm the nervous system, lower stress levels, and promote emotional resilience. Users can employ the app on its own or integrate it with their existing meditation practices to deepen relaxation and mindfulness for improved overall well-being.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.0 — 2026-07-17

Welcome to Sym Breathing 2.0.

This major update introduces a complete redesign built for iOS 26, with a refreshed visual identity and a simpler, more polished experience throughout the app.

What’s new:
• A completely redesigned interface built for iOS 26
• A refreshed visual identity, including a new app icon
• New navigation that makes it easier to move between Breathe, Affirmations, and Settings
• An updated breathing sphere with refreshed colors and animations
• An enhanced Live Activity for following your breathing session from the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island
• New VoiceOver support for a more accessible experience
• Performance improvements for a smoother, more responsive experience
• Bug fixes and improvements throughout the app

The same simple 5.5-second breathing rhythm remains at the heart of Sym Breathing, now with an experience redesigned for iOS 26.

### 1.7.2 — 2026-07-04

• Fixed an issue where restored purchases weren't always recognized.

### 1.7.1 — 2026-05-11

• Fixed an issue where timed breathing sessions could stop at the wrong point in the breath cycle

### 1.7.0 — 2026-01-27

• New breath-count timer with an option for open-ended sessions

### 1.6.3 — 2026-01-15

• Fixed a rare crash affecting a small number of users

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## More apps by Daniel Lubbers

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All apps by Daniel Lubbers: https://appshunter.io/developer/1759415354

## Related topics

[hrv coherence](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hrv-coherence) · [coherence breathwork](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/coherence-breathwork)

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