TapRate

TapRate

Heart & Respiration Calculator

8 ratings
7 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 20 Jun 2025)

This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.

Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

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About

Measure and calculate heart and respiratory rates by tapping along with a pulse or breathing. Practice to improve accuracy and speed, making it a quick tool for healthcare professionals and general users alike.

Measure heart rate by tapping
Calculate respiratory rate by tapping
Practice for accuracy
Fast rate acquisition
Useful for healthcare professionals
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What's New in TapRate

1.3

October 11, 2020

Fixed a problem on the watch where some views couldn't be dismissed. Additionally, added the ability to select the rate at which the display changes to the color red to indicate tachycardia or tachypnea. You can also disable this feature by setting the rapid rate value to 0 (off). You can also play a sound every time a tap is made.

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User reviews

I tap for each breath and…?

I read the instructions several times, set it to make an audible alert when the time was up, tap for each breath and it never tells me what the rate is. I have no idea how to figure that out after reading, checking the settings, etc.… There are not any good instructions that explain how to get to the actual rate after you have done the tapping.
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By FAR the best app for heart and respiratory rates!

Update: Thank you for bringing Tap Rate back to Apple Watch! After accessing it from my watch, I have enthusiastically recommended it to my coworkers again! There is just one thing that would make me like it better. I wish there was a way to turn off the feature that turns the number red when it goes above a certain value. I understand the app is meant for human use, and a human a heart rate of 150 would be concerning, but I use the app for monitoring animal vitals. A small dog with a heart rate that high is perfectly normal. This isn’t a deal breaker by any means, just a tiny bit of annoyance that I’ll get over. The app still gets 5 stars from me!

Old review: I FINALLY got an Apple Watch, and this app was the one I was most excited to use on it. I was disappointed to find the watch app is no longer available. I monitor anesthesia in a veterinary clinic, and the app has been wonderful for helping me take accurate vitals, but using my phone can get awkward. I love the app in all its simplicity, especially that the number turns green when you’ve tapped long enough for an accurate reading. Make it available on the Apple Watch, like the description indicates, and I’ll give it five stars, for sure!
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Response from developer

We just released version 1.1, after a five year delay! It, again, supports Apple Watch. And, we included a CPR timer for health-care professionals to use in the field. Sorry it took so long for us to update the app. Please give it another try.

Love!

Amazing app! clean and well organized interface, easy to navigate.

Response from developer

Thank you!

No longer available on Apple Watch

I got this to count respirations at work but it is no longer available on the watch. It’s too inconvenient on the phone while I’m working so I guess I’ll go back to counting with a watch face. Super disappointing.

Response from developer

We just released version 1.1, after a five year delay! It, again, supports Apple Watch. And, we included a CPR timer for health-care professionals to use in the field. Sorry it took so long for us to update the app. Please give it another try.

Just what I was looking for!

This is such a handy little app for my phone and Watch to calculate resps and heart rate quickly.
Noted that this app needs updating to work on the next iOS version.

Note to developer!...
Please could you update this app so it will work with the next iOS.

Thank you.

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FAQ

How does TapRate measure heart rate?

TapRate measures heart rate by having you tap along with the rhythm of a radial pulse. The app then calculates the rate based on the frequency of your taps.

Can TapRate measure respiratory rate?

Yes, TapRate can also be used to measure respiratory rate. You observe the breathing pattern and tap in sync with each breath to get a calculation.

Is TapRate accurate?

Accuracy can improve with practice. The app encourages users to practice to become more proficient. It's recommended for healthcare professionals to compare its readings with traditional methods.

How fast can TapRate get heart and respiratory rates?

Once comfortable, TapRate allows you to obtain heart and respiratory rates within seconds, significantly faster than manual methods that require waiting 15 or 30 seconds.

Is TapRate suitable for nurses and EMTs?

Yes, TapRate is designed to be useful for healthcare professionals like nurses and EMTs. It's suggested they practice with it and compare results to traditional measurement tools.

What devices does TapRate support?

TapRate is available on iPhone, iPod, and Apple Watch, allowing for convenient measurement across multiple Apple devices.

When was TapRate last updated?

The latest version of TapRate was released on October 11, 2020. The app was initially released on May 13, 2015.

Does TapRate have ads?

No, TapRate does not contain advertisements. It is a free application without any ads to interrupt your experience.