# Virtual Gastric Band Hypnosis — user reviews > 174 indexed App Store user reviews of Virtual Gastric Band Hypnosis by James Holmes, rated 4.40/5 from 29 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-gastric-band-hypnosis/id504835984/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-gastric-band-hypnosis/id504835984.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 23 · 4★ 2 · 3★ 1 · 2★ 0 · 1★ 3 ## What do users think of Virtual Gastric Band Hypnosis? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 🚀 Effortless weight loss - 👍 Positive mindset shift - 💧 Increased water intake - 🌱 Healthier food choices - 😴 Improved sleep quality - 💪 Boosted motivation and confidence **Cons** - 🐛 Outdated app interface - 🔗 Broken or missing links - 🔁 Repetitive hypnosis sessions - 📚 Lack of clear instructions **Commonly reported bugs** - Progress photos not saving after app update - Night session not playing correct audio **Most requested features** - Varied hypnosis session scripts - More personalized program options - Improved app design and navigation - Seamless integration with fitness trackers ## Newest reviews (18 of 174) ### 3/5 — Hypnosis is great but this app needs updating *2025-02-06, version 3.2.4* When I tried this I expected to be giving it 5 stars but unfortunately I don’t feel I can fairly do that. First of all the app itself. The UI is atrocious and I don’t say that often. The screens are garish and dated. A lot of the links are broken. For example, the Facebook link seems to lead nowhere and the instructions button on the hypnosis sessions landing page does nothing too. The instructions are on each individual session page but these extra redundant buttons add confusion and at first I thought you were supposed to do them right after each other. A lot of the reviews are old and it makes me assume the app just isn’t maintained anymore which is a shame. A lot of the links that do work seem to lead to another programme about motivation - I guess by the same people so I feel like this has been dropped in favour of the new one. The hypnosis itself is another thing. I’ve struggled with my weight for most of my life and I want to start by saying that (once I got the instructions right) this first 5-6 days were life changing. It’s literally the only thing that’s ever worked and if nothing else this app has made me buy into hypnotherapy so it’s worth it for that. I was sceptical before. However the one issue with it is that you have to listen to the same one for weeks. And I totally get that repetition is needed and is expected. However it makes me wonder if you could still get the same therapeutic benefits while at least mixing up the phrasing occasionally. In the intro bit she talks about how “you’re so focused on this that until I finish my sentence you don’t notice X and now you’ve noticed X you’ve stopped noticing Y.” When I first did the session it was mind blowing as it was completely true it made me really trust the whole process. However now I know off by heart what is coming, it’s jarring because I am starting to notice things before she says I should. Then there’s a bit about your toes and which bits are in your mental map. Again first time I was amazed as it was so very true and it really helped me engage with it. It was some sort of spiritual experience honestly the first time I did this. However now I’m starting to think “actually maybe I do notice each individual toe… or maybe I can’t really notice my little one”. I think just from over saturation and repetition it’s become distracting. I feel like it would be massively improved if you could have at least a few variations for each stage even if they follow exactly the same pattern eg noticing different body parts and later when there’s a visualisation involving putting food on a table, perhaps it could be varied to imagine the same kind of thing but in a different way. Even very minor phrasing changes would help. The minimum you have to do step 1 for is two weeks and after a week I’ve started to struggle going back to it. It’s evident that the benefits only exist when you consistently listen because as soon as I stopped for a few days I lost it. However I’m finding it hard to get back into as all the things I mentioned make it harder to relax into it as I’m so preoccupied with the repetitiveness and it’s kind of mind numbing. At first half an hour went by in the blink of an eye and now it’s a chore and I desperately want to move to the next. I still have given 3 stars because I do think it’s an excellent programme overall but the issues with the app itself make me feel like it’s not worth the money it costs and honestly I’d rather pay 10x more for a more in depth version of this programme with individual daily sessions and a nice interface. I do appreciate that it’s got me into hypnosis as a thing but at this point I’m considering trying other apps instead. ### 4/5 — Brilliant app *2022-03-31, version 3.2.4* Have been struggling with my weight for years and thought I would try this app. Within a few weeks I noticed I was eating differently and wasn’t overeating as much as I was before. This app has helped me a lot and I have lost weight without dieting. I would recommend it to those who struggle with overeating. ### 3/5 — Payment *2021-09-15, version 3.2.4* Gastric bypass and the 12 wow challenge are they one off payments please? ### 5/5 — Life changing *2020-12-05* I just completed the 12 week program and am thrilled with it. I have lost 18 pounds, but more importantly, have never felt so in control of eating. This is not a magic pill, you need to follow the guidelines, but if you want to change your relationship with food, and find a way to manage your weight without a diet- this is it! ### 4/5 — It’s only day 3 but .... *2020-10-14, version 3.2.4* I read all the reviews about this app and initially thought, it was pricey however, I could easily waste the same amount a week on food. The instructions as to which hypnosis recording i should use and how long I should use them don’t seem to be readily available. For instance how long do I use session 1 before moving on and so on. Despite that, I have listened to Session 1 night-time for two consecutive nights and oddly, I’m not in the least hungry. I probably only hear the first few minutes before I fall asleep One comment has stuck to eat when I’m properly hungry but I will have to address old habits to successfully break them as it’s highlighted how much of an emotional eater I am. Might need a tub of chewing gum on hand. Would be keen to know the timescales as I mentioned before. Have already recommended the app to people I know. ### 5/5 — Fantastic! *2020-10-10* This app is amazing! I’ve really struggled to lose weight over the years as I’m no spring chicken, and I’ve not lost a lot compared to some people using it, but I’ve lost more than I ever did at the various slimming clubs I’ve been to. And more importantly, I’ve not once felt deprived, or ‘on a diet’. I’ve been able to keep going (I usually give up after a few weeks), I feel as my whole attitude to food has changed and I’ve embedded better habits for the future. The app isn’t a magic bullet - you still have to be prepared to change your habits - but it really helps you to get there. The Facebook group is fantastic too, so supportive and friendly. (And I’m saving a fortune by not snacking at the tuck shop at work, so it’s definitely worth the money)!! **Developer response:** We absolutely love your review and your user name 'Lisa the Loser'! Thank you so much for sharing your success with us. It's amazing how many more benefits, not only weight loss, you can get by following 12w2w isn't it? Sue & James :) ### 5/5 — Best weight reduction plan ever used! *2020-10-06, version 3.2.4* I am approaching week 12 of using the Virtual Gastric Band app and have lost an amazing 26 pounds! It has stopped me snacking completely and has been so easy to use. Best weight reducing plan I have ever done! I can highly recommend it. ### 5/5 — Really helped me *2020-10-06, version 3.2.4* I bought this on a whim and do not regret it at all! Lost 40lbs in 3 1/2 months. After the first session my eating (and drinking) changed, and has not gone back. The biggest thing I learnt is the ability to have a treat/holiday and not use it as an excuse to go back to old ways. Love this program and wish they did more ### 5/5 — Amazing and so easy!! *2020-09-17* I’ve tried so many diets but have (a) always given up after half a stone, (b) constantly felt really hungry and (c) have just gained the weight back and more. This is AMAZING!! 6 weeks in and I’ve lost 12lbs, 6 inches off my hips and waist and am still raring to keep going! I haven’t felt hungry (quite the opposite - small amounts of food make me feel really full!), have eaten whatever I have wanted and the weight has just dropped off. Still having wine, still eating cake, still eating the same food as the rest of the family - just eating a lot a lot less. And the bonus is that as we listen to the nighttime sessions, my husband is sleeping better than ever before!! I just love it!! Give it a go!! Thanks so much Sue and James - you have completely transformed my whole relationship with food - in my sleep!! ### 5/5 — Amazing *2020-09-01, version 3.2.4* After trying every other method since my kids were born 30 years ago I downloaded this just on a hunch..... and it clicked with me straight away. Lost a 5kg in first month and consistently losing 1kg per week since with little effort other than thinking I’m not hungry. Highly recommended. Genuinely amazed and thankful ### 5/5 — Lost 9lb in 2 weeks *2020-07-19, version 3.2.4* This app is amazing I am praying it continues to be as easy and effective. I could lose a similar weight on weight watchers, slimming world or appetite suppressants but I’ve tried them tend to loose 3-4lb first week and then around 1lb a week on average and I’m starving!!! This is different I feel amazing, I’ve lost more than anything else tried and I feel lush! Buy buy buy and join the Facebook page! :) ### 5/5 — Amazing *2020-06-15, version 3.2.4* Absolutely amazing. In my first week I have lost 8lbs. I no longer snack uncontrollably between meals and I have cut my portion sizes right down. I’m not constantly thinking about food and obsessing over whether I can or can’t eat something. I have a long way to go but I know that I can do it this time with the help from the app! ### 5/5 — Wow! *2020-06-06, version 3.2.4* First week 8lb lighter. I admit I was sceptical about it. I’ve tried every diet and eating plan there is and I always end up hungry and craving because they all rely on willpower. And I have little or none of that. With this I didn’t need willpower. I found myself making the right choices without thinking. The hypnosis is relaxing and it makes sense. I will keep going with this as I feel positive about losing weight and feeling better. ### 3/5 — Could be better imo *2020-05-29, version 3.2.4* A mess of stuff when first opened, stuff I hadn’t asked for that just cluttered up and confused. Just wanted a gb hypnosis!. Sorry but the lady’s voice is not beautiful or clear it’s like she has half a frog in her throat, I just wanted her to clear it and have a clean crystal voice. Don’t like the music either, I don’t find piano and oboe type sounds relaxing, preferred the synthy sounds in the intro. Didn’t hold my attention either. May be I’ll give it another try. I’m sure most people will enjoy it and find it beneficial, and to be fair I only listened to one 25 min play. May be there will be other voices and different music on the other later recordings , and most people obviously love it, it’s only my opinion. Thanks. ### 5/5 — Best weight loss ever!! *2020-03-28* Back in November I heard an add on the radio for a local psychologist offering virtual gastric band hypnosis and I thought “I bet there’s an app for that “ and I found this one!! I can’t be happier!! I have lost 30lbs in the easiest non-diet way possible. I eat when I’m hungry. Stop when I’m actually full and the hypnosis sessions are super relaxing! I’ve tried every weight loss plan out there and always felt deprived and having to say “no “ to myself or “not right now “. Now I’m so free and I reached my 30 lbs by mid January and haven’t looked back!! I’ve recommended it to everyone I know! It’s sooo incredibly simple!! Best 8 bucks I’ve ever spent!! ### 5/5 — Skeptic at first, but it’s working... *2020-02-27* It’s easy to get obsessed with food when you are losing weight, constantly looking at recipes, calories, alternatives makes you wonder and worry about every meal. This app takes you away from food. You are aware of it, you know you will have it, but it’s just not on your radar. Little temptations are completely ignored, supermarket biscuit isles no longer make you salivate. I’ve spent so much on weight loss shakes and gym, the physical stuff... but so much of dieting is mental. I went vegetarian a few years back, and I now look at meat like some inanimate object, a bar of soap or candle...sometimes smells okay but not edible. I wanted to get that with other foods while I’m trying to drop a couple of kilos. So far I’ve lost 4kg (8lbs). Also the measurements progress is fantastic! This is worth the money, plus I sleep like a log. It’s great. **Developer response:** Thank you for letting us know how well you are doing with our Virtual Gastric Band app, what.kat.did.next. We look forward to hearing about your continuing success story! ### 5/5 — 3.5 lbs GONE! It works! *2020-02-12* Only 3 days in and I am elated. The scale is really moving and so is my mindset! I eat everything I want when I’m hungry and not everything I can. I haven’t felt deprived. I believe more than ever I am a healthy vibrant in shape beautiful woman and I have always weighed 135 lbs. I am listening to the VGB at least twice a day the daytime session in the morning and the nighttime in the evening at bedtime. I also watch the session video every time. I am loving how I feel and loving the visualization I’m implementing thanks to the hypnosis. ### 5/5 — This really works! Get it now! *2020-02-04* I downloaded this app before Xmas in the hope of not putting on the extra Xmas weight ( I am quite overweight) and it worked! Great value for money. I have tried just about every diet. This isn’t a diet it is a constructive approach to positive thinking. I am at the surgery stage of the app and have lost over 5kg - not bad when you factor Xmas and new year into that. So I am heading in the right direction on a positive weight loss journey. What is good about the app? Clear positive suggestions about how to think about the journey of weight loss. The use of voice and music/sound is really well balanced. Sets up positive thinking habits. The in-app support effective and free. It is also good to know that Sue had a weight problem so she knows what it is like from the inside to be fat. I recommend this app without reserve to anyone who needs to loose weight. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Didn’t work for me *2021-02-08, version 3.2.4* I didn’t find this helped me at all . ### 1/5 — Virtual gastric band *2020-02-27, version 3.2.4* Have just purchased but won’t open, just blanks away from it ! ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work *2019-06-03* This app doesn’t work for weight loss at all. It does put me to sleep, but I have been doing it for five years every night for zero weight loss. The last part of it has you going up in a hot air balloon, I am terrified of heights, this does nothing to relax me. I contacted the woman to ask why she would use that when so many people are afraid of heights? Her response was basically, well so what!. Buy it if you want help to go to sleep, but don’t buy it for weight loss. **Developer response:** Hi Duchess Dianne, sorry you have not enjoyed our app as thousands have across the globe. In our free Facebook group, there are countless examples of users who have gone on to lose incredible amounts of weight, and of equal importance, have changed their lives for the better, becoming healthier, fitter and happier with themselves. Many of their stores have been shared in the media (including the Doctors TV show) and on our podcast channel, many of them losing weight whilst sleeping!! We do hope you find weight loss success with something else. Best James & Sue ### 1/5 — Sound quality is terrible *2019-01-07, version 3.2.3* Lady sound like she’s speaking from the other side of a brick wall, through a tin can. Such a shame, I used to love this program ### 1/5 — Lost Progress photos *2018-09-09, version 3.2.1* App updated yesterday and all previous progress photos lost from app!!!!! ### 1/5 — Please don’t waste your money *2017-11-30* I have had this app for a month and have followed the guidelines exactly and have gained weight. When you post questions or comments on the facebook group you are only met with criticism and you must be doing something wrong. I suspect that most reviews are paid reviews. ### 1/5 — No weight loss *2015-11-07* I have listening for 1 month... No loss yet... NOT GIVING UP YET.... will keep you posted. ### 1/5 — Not worth it *2015-08-24, version 2.0.1* Lacks information in preview to actually what the app is - not worth the money ### 1/5 — Won't download *2013-08-22, version 2.0.1* I'm trying to download this app and it keeps telling me there isn't enough storage space and clearly there is and I've deleted almost everything..... Someone please help!! ### 2/5 — Strange SFX now included!? *2018-09-07, version 3.2.1* I’ve been familiar with Version 2.0 and throughly enjoyed using that particular version. I found using the upgrade (3.0)difficult: the sea sounds are, I suppose, tolerable; but, the creaking door, background ‘talking’ and other peculiar distant noises - were simply too distracting for me. After a couple of attempts, I was compelled to silent the music and SFX (you can’t reduce one or the other, it has to be both). A pity really, as I value the background music, just not the SFX. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Amazing! *2023-09-04* I was struggling to loose weight since years ago. I paid a lot of money to join expensive diets and I never lost more than 2-3kg. I thought to give it a try to this app since it had great reviews and it is just one payment of less than £10 and it is not a diet (no counting calories, syns, weighing food,etc). I made the best decision of my life. I can’t remember if I started using it in April or May, but today, beginning of September, I have lost in total 10kg. And the most amazing part of it is that my eating habits have changed completely. I’ve always had a sweet tooth and I no longer feel the need to eat sugars. Whenever there’s dessert if I go out to a party for example, I just have a very tiny amount and I’m perfectly fine with it, I genuinely don’t want more. And at home, I don’t eat desserts anymore. My mind is now automatically choosing healthy options. I also joined the gym and I enjoy it! (Not something I would normally do 😃) I would like to thank the creators of this app, because I can assure you that they really want to help you to live a healthy life and they don’t just want your money. If you ask them for help with any questions, they come back to you very quickly. This app has changed my life. It’s not just about loosing the weight, it’s about keeping a healthy weight and habits for the rest of your life. I truly recommend it! Thank you! **Developer response:** Hello AAk38. First of all, thank you very much for taking the time to post a review for our app and secondly, CONGRATULATIONS on your success in completely changing your relationship with food. You must be feeling so proud of yourself and rightly so. Enjoy your new slimmer, healthier lifestyle. ### 5/5 — Fantastic! *2023-03-23, version 3.2.4* I am really loving this app. 4/5 weeks in, I find it very effective and have lost weight and gained better habits around food. Thanks Team!!! ### 5/5 — Fab App *2022-10-13, version 3.2.4* I started using this app, around 4 weeks ago. I wasn’t sure whether it would work or not but I had nothing to loose. I believe that this app has actually taught me self control, and how to make better choices. I’m still using this app to date and in 4 weeks lost just over 1st You’ve nothing to loose so give it a try ### 5/5 — Game changer *2022-05-19, version 3.2.4* I was so skeptical that something so simple could work but WOW. I’ve been doing this for approx a year and haven’t looked back. I’m over 45lbs down and can’t believe how easy this has been. The trick is you have to want it to work and you MUST follow the super simple guidelines. But other than that this has been so easy to follow as it isn’t a diet. I still eat all the foods I love but just far less and only when I’m actually hungry. Water is also KING which I think we all knew anyway but I genuinely can’t seem to get enough of the stuff! If you’ve tried all the diets under the sun and failed like I have please take a chance on this like I did; you may well be very surprised at the outcome. ### 5/5 — Worth every penny *2022-01-07, version 3.2.4* I decided to download the virtual gastric band hypnotherapy app after reading an article about a weight loss in a news app! Wow i have just completed my first week and I’ve lost 6.1/4lb! I am absolutely amazed as I have never been hungry or feel like I’ve deprived myself or anything. And to make it so much easier the hypnotherapy sessions are sooo relaxing, I’ve even recommended this to people If they struggle to fall asleep, Sues voice is just beautiful and relaxing! Fingers crossed my weight loss continues, I have no doubt it will because it is effortless. Cannot recommend enough, you spend more on a take away to feel rubbish at the end of eating it! You will not regret it. ### 5/5 — Update! *2021-04-28* I am down 22 pounds! I am amazed at how well this works. The support from the Facebook page is awesome. I’m so excited about getting healthy! ### 5/5 — I lost 27 lbs in 12 weeks! *2021-04-27* I’m so grateful for this app. It’s an awesome program. ### 5/5 — Best weight loss aid I have ever tried *2021-04-16, version 3.2.4* This works! Sensible guidelines that are a way of eating, rather than a diet. The hypnosis reinforces the guidelines. Best money I have spent in a long time. ### 5/5 — Amazing *2021-04-13* Absolutely life changing. Anyone struggling with weight issues. Please try this. It will be the best thing you’ve ever done! Highly recommend ### 5/5 — Week 3 *2021-03-01, version 3.2.4* Lost 6lb in 2 weeks, still early days but can’t fault it so far. From the hypnosis sessions, mindful eating tips, video’s, water alerts, food diary & support group, I’m enjoying losing the weight. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-01.*