Tethered: Better Sleep Stories

Tethered: Better Sleep Stories

Stress Relief & White Noise

133 ratings
31 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 14, 2024
  • July 14, 2026

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Discover a world of mindful stories, soothing white noise, and guided practices to reduce stress and promote restful sleep. Explore calming soundscapes and gentle breathwork sessions designed to quiet your mind and bring balance to your day.

Mindful bedtime stories for adults
Soothing white noise and natural ambiances
Guided breathwork sessions
Mindful meditation practices
Relaxing soundscapes and dreamscapes
Stress and anxiety reduction tools
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What's New in Tethered

3.0

July 14, 2026

A brand new Tethered is here, redesigned from the ground up to help you rest more deeply. What's new: • Breathing exercises to quiet a racing mind • A private dream journal and mood tracker • Your optional Scottish Ghillie, a gentle guide for restless nights • A refreshed library with new sleep stories, meditations and Highland soundscapes • Track your progress, streaks, minutes and achievements And everything moves with you: your subscription, full library, favourites and progress all carry across. Just sign in and pick up right where you left off. Oidhche mhath - good night.

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Tethered - Meditate & Relax

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User reviews

Great app

So far I am really enjoying this app, from the music, to stories to recipes, its quite nice. The pace for the stories and recipes are fantastic as well. I do think a little more history on some of the castle’s, or even more folklore or faerie stories would be a great addition to it as well.

Response from developer

Thanks for your positive review we really appreciate it. The good news is we are working on some new stories so these will be launched into the app soon

No bagpipes? And Cannot unsubscribe.

There is no easy way to unsubscribe. When you try to delete your account, you’re told that that does not unsubscribe you from charges. And they tell you to go to manage subscriptions. But there is no way that I can see to find a link that says manage subscriptions.

Response from developer

I'm not sure that many people would welcome bagpipes to go to sleep to which is why there's isn't any in the app, there are some pieces of music that use them very faintly but its really not a relaxing sound. With regards to the subscriptions, we provide a link within the app itself, there are links on our website and also there is a welcome email sent with a link to manage your subscription. We also clearly state that deleting your account or app doesn't delete the subscription. We also have a very prompt support facility to help with any issues. I'm not sure we could have been more transparent or provide more access to ways to manage your subscription.

Wonderful

So peaceful and mystical. I really enjoy it every time I listen to it.

Response from developer

Thanks so much we are delighted that you are enjoying it

Keep AI out of mindfulness

So much AI slop on the cover art and thumbnails—think uncanny valley faces, jumbled text on a pint glass, and the same eerily smooth, childlike woman that shows up everywhere on pinterest now. It just felt so wrong for an app that’s meant to celebrate the authentic soulfulness and natural beauty found in Scotland. I found I couldn’t get past it, and made me mistrust everything else—is the music AI generated, for example? Beyond that, many of the narrations sound like they were recorded in an echoey room on a tinny mic. Love the idea of the app, and hope that more is invested into better audio and actual designers and artists as it grows, but hopping off at the end of my free trial for now.
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Response from developer

Sorry you found the imagery used on the app and some sound quality an issue. We are a really small team of two with a very small budget but big vision. We wanted to keep the app as low cost as possible to ensure it was affordable to most people so we haven't had the budget for bespoke photography for over 300 pieces of content. We are looking for investment to continue to enhance the overall quality. Stylistically we also wanted to have uniform imagery with a dreamlike feel as the whole ethos of the brand is centred around sleep and relaxation. We understand authenticity is important and you can be assured that the app is build and run in Scotland by Scots so authenticity is very important to us.

Did you subscribe before the new app launch in June?

I subscribed to this app when it launched in September 2024. Since this new app launch in June 2025, my subscription is no longer recognized by the app, I had to download the app again, and the app continues to charge me monthly for a service I am unable to access—nothing relaxing about any of that! So, beware.
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Response from developer

When the new app was launched in June we sent out a number of emails and push notifications letting everyone know about the change and the simple steps to convert your account over, which involved a click of a button essentially. We have thousands of users complete this successfully. We also have an easily accessible support email address available and usually respond within a couple of hours so we could also have helped with any issues you may have had. We're sorry that you had issues but we are always available to help when customers need it. If you still have issues you can contact support@tetheredapp.com and we will resolve it for you.

FAQ

What does Tethered do?

Tethered provides a calming experience with mindful stories, soothing white noise, and guided practices. It aims to help users reduce stress, quiet their minds, and achieve deeper, more restful sleep.

What are the key features of Tethered?

Key features include unique bedtime stories for adults, a variety of white noise and natural soundscapes, gentle breathwork sessions, and mindful meditation practices. These are designed to ease tension and promote relaxation.

How much does Tethered cost?

The app is free to download and offers in-app purchases. Specific pricing for premium features or content is not detailed in the description, but users can explore the app's offerings.

Who is Tethered for?

Tethered is designed for adults who are looking to improve their sleep, reduce stress and anxiety, and find a moment of calm in their daily lives. It's for anyone seeking tools for better mental wellbeing and relaxation.

Can Tethered help with anxiety?

Yes, Tethered offers tools specifically designed to help manage unwinding anxiety and calm anxious thoughts. Through mindful stories, breathwork, and meditation, it aims to nurture peace of mind and support lasting wellbeing.