# Woah: Relaxing Visuals — Calm your mind. Reduce Stress. > Calming visual experiences for children to manage overwhelm and promote relaxation. (iPhone/iPad app by Rockwell Ventures.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/woah-relaxing-visuals/id1493973830 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Rockwell Ventures](https://appshunter.io/developer/1447164748) - Category: Lifestyle, Health & Fitness - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.60/5 from 1,674 App Store ratings · 125 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 18.0 · 116 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2020-02-07 - Data updated: 2026-08-20 - Monetization: subscription - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/woah-relaxing-visuals/id1493973830/reviews.md ## What is Woah? Escape the noise and enter a world of mesmerizing visuals designed to help you relax, focus, meditate, and sleep better. Woah combines stunning looping animations, calming ASMR-inspired visuals, visual breathing exercises, and immersive worlds to create an experience that feels both beautiful and therapeutic. Whether you’re trying to wind down after a long day, reduce stress, improve focus, or simply zone out for a moment, Woah helps quiet the mind and regulate the nervous system. Features * Relaxing and hypnotic visuals * Infinite looping fractals and animated worlds * Calming ASMR-style visual experiences * Visual breathing exercises for stress relief * Customizable effects and playback controls * Designed for relaxation, meditation, focus, and sleep * Beautiful full-screen immersive experiences * New visuals added regularly Science-Backed Benefits Frequent use of calming visual stimulation and guided breathing techniques may help: * Reduce stress and anxiety * Improve focus and attention * Support relaxation and mindfulness * Increase HRV and nervous system regulation * Create healthy wind-down routines * Promote better sleep habits over time Perfect For * Relaxing after work * Meditation sessions * Stress management * Falling asleep * Focus and deep work * Background ambience * Moments when your mind needs a reset Take a breath, dim the lights, and get lost in the experience. SUBSCRIPTION AND TERMS When you download Woah you can opt into a 7-day free trial. Woah offers auto-renewing monthly/yearly/weekly subscription options for access to the app's features and content. Your Woah subscription will automatically renew at the end of each term and payment will be charged through your iTunes account. You can turn off auto-renew at any time from your iTunes account settings but refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the term. To avoid renewal, you must cancel at least 24 hours before your subscription or trial ends. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited if you purchase a subscription. As with all of our apps, if you would like to use Woah but have trouble affording it please email us at support@woahtheapp.com so we can help you with our financial assistance program. While we can't keep bringing great experiences to the world without making money, we know not everyone that needs access to our content can afford it, and we're happy to help. Read more about our terms, conditions and privacy here: https://woahtheapp.com/terms Safety Warning: we present content that may not be appropriate for people with a history of seizures or epilepsy. Additionally do not use while driving, operating heavy machinery, or any settings where your full attention is required. Viewer discretion is advised. ## Key features - Soothing visual experiences - Helps children calm down quickly - Kid-safe design (no ads/links) - Supports emotional regulation - Research-inspired design - Portable sensory tool ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Woah | $19.99 | per year | | Woah | $19.99 | per year | | Woah | $9.99 | per month | | Woah | $4.99 | per 7 days | | Woah | $9.99 | per month | | Woah | $4.99 | per 7 days | | Woah | $49.99 | per year | | Woah | $49.99 | per year | | Woah | $49.99 | per year | | Woah | $49.99 | per year | | Woah Yearly | $49.99 | per year | | Woah Yearly | $49.99 | per year | | Woah Yearly | $49.99 | per year | ## What do users think of Woah? Overall sentiment: negative **Pros** - 🌟 Visually stunning and relaxing - 🎧 Enjoyable audio and music options - 🕰 Helpful for sleep and anxiety - 👍 Simple and user-friendly interface **Cons** - 💰 Subscription model too expensive - 🔒 Locked behind paywall, used to be free - 🔄 Choppy or laggy performance - 🔍 Limited visual and customization options **Commonly reported bugs** - App crashes or freezes on launch - Visuals not working as expected - Bluetooth connectivity issues **Most requested features** - More free visual and audio content - Ability to import own audio/music - Slower speed options for visuals - Shuffle mode with customizable intervals ## Recent user reviews (10 of 125) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/woah-relaxing-visuals/id1493973830/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Ruiniert *2026-02-05, version 5.0* App war früher gut aber jetzt als App für Kinder ist es einfach ruiniert ### 1/5 — Literally forcing subscriptions after you fixed the fetching price bug it’s selfish and greedy *2026-01-26, version 5.0* The only good thing about this was the last version before the new update and what’s the point in adding an X button if you can’t even use the app without a subscription like the older version you should just let people use the app without paying a subscription like the older version where you’ll have to pay for just some features and until then, good luck trying to get 50 or $25 off of some stupid subscription ### 1/5 — Was free they rebranded *2026-01-24, version 5.0* Made it “for kids” and can’t even get into it without paying or opting into a free trial ### 2/5 — Rug? *2026-01-18, version 5.0* When did this come a kid app? Was great for years? Why rip and replace and not just put out a separate app just for kids? Makes little sense. ### 1/5 — Unusable now *2026-01-15, version 5.0* Was great! But since the latest update, it's stuck on fetching pricing screen, so I can't even see how much they're going to try to screw us with new subscription pricing. And the splash screen is a joke! Tummy time for tots and toddlers? Hilarious! This app has zero benefits for children. Everyone knows why it's a top search result for "trippy" ### 1/5 — ?????? *2026-01-13, version 5.0* Why is this a baby app now?? Avoid this, not good for vibing out ### 2/5 — Fetching price thing takes too long *2026-01-13, version 5.0* The new update looks really cool, but I was waiting for the fetching price thing to show me the price, hoping it wouldn’t be too expensive but it wasn’t done and it took a really long time and it wasn’t done and took a very long time ### 1/5 — Ridiculous subscription model *2025-07-08, version 4.2* There are six or seven visual animations each with several adjustments. They are OK. I might have paid a few dollars for it. There is not remotely enough content, or quality worth a subscription. Give me a break. Sad example of a mediocre money grab. ### 1/5 — Came with one “saved configuration.” Rings only *2025-05-08, version 4.2* I was intrigued by the concept, but I decided to cancel, since the what I received doesn’t have any of the options shown in the ad, other than rings, without sound. For $20 a year. Could be me. ### 1/5 — Nope *2025-04-30, version 4.2* Devs somehow decided it was a good idea to redo it all with ai. Big L. Barely any options. ## Frequently asked questions about Woah ### What does Woah do? Woah provides children with calming visual experiences designed to help them reset during moments of overwhelm. The app uses soothing visuals to gently capture attention and support emotional regulation, turning screen time into calm time. ### What are the key features of Woah? Key features include fast-acting results to help children calm down, a kid-safe design with no ads or external links, and a research-inspired approach to sensory input. It's designed to work for kids of all ages and is particularly beneficial for neurodivergent children. ### How much does Woah cost? Woah offers auto-renewing subscriptions. Payment is charged to your iTunes account and renews automatically unless canceled. The app also has a financial assistance program for those who find the cost a barrier; you can email support@woahtheapp.com to learn more. ### What age group is Woah suitable for? Woah is designed to work for kids of all ages. Its research-inspired sensory approach is beneficial for children experiencing tantrums, big emotions, or needing a calming tool in stressful situations like travel or waiting rooms. ### Is Woah safe for all children? Woah is designed to be kid-safe with no ads or tracking. However, it is not recommended for individuals with a history of seizures or epilepsy. Users should also avoid using it while driving or in situations requiring full attention. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 5.4 — 2026-08-14 Putting bugs to sleep... If you're loving the app, take some time to leave us a review. It really helps a lot. Thank you! ### 5.3 — 2026-08-11 **New Features** • Visual Shuffle: Let your visuals auto-rotate for a constantly refreshing experience. • Visual Breathing: Follow gentle visual cues to guide your breathing in calming patterns. **Improvements** • Tap and hold to pause visuals. • The pinch and zoom gesture allows you to speed up or slow down visuals. **Bug Fixes** • Fixed: Adjusting visual speed via pinch now correctly updates the menu display. ### 5.2 — 2026-07-17 **New Features** • Visual Shuffle: Let your visuals auto-rotate for a constantly refreshing experience. • Visual Breathing: Follow gentle visual cues to guide your breathing in calming patterns. **Improvements** • Tap and hold to pause visuals. • The pinch and zoom gesture allows you to speed up or slow down visuals. **Bug Fixes** • Fixed: Adjusting visual speed via pinch now correctly updates the menu display. ### 5.0 — 2026-01-10 **The Science of Relaxing Visuals for Kids** The idea of deliberately using colorful, dynamic patterns with young children has been implemented and explored since the pioneering work of Dr. Maria Montessori (1870-1952). Scientific research has suggested that this type of visual stimulation with children can help capture attention, supports emotional self-regulation, and can even reduce distress and pain perception. This has a number of important applications though effective delivery varies significantly depending on the method used. Children’s cognitive and emotional development greatly depends on their ability to process different types of sensory input, which is why it’s important for them to engage with the world through multiple senses. In scientific studies, sensory-based interventions have been shown to help individuals regulate their emotions and manage distress effectively (Alhaj & Trist, 2023; Kandlur et al., 2023). For children specifically, the use of sensory rooms has become popular. Sensory rooms are typically designed to promote self-regulation and reduce stress. They utilize carefully selected sensory inputs, including visual elements, to provide a sense of control and calm (Brown et al., 2019; Dorn et al., 2019; Hitch et al., 2021). It is common for young children (especially neurodivergent children) to have strong emotional outbursts, such as temper tantrums. These can escalate for a number of reasons but are usually considered a normal reaction during childhood. A number of techniques have been examined to reduce and prevent temper tantrums and research suggests that strategic distraction techniques (e.g., engaging visual stimuli) can help interrupt tantrums and de-escalate emotional distress (Daniels et al., 2012; Pratiwi et al., 2023). Beyond emotional regulation, visual distraction techniques have been studied for their impact on pain tolerance. A notable study found that children who engaged with visual stimuli during medical procedures reported lower pain levels and greater distraction led to clinically significant reductions in discomfort (Cassidy et al., 2002). The idea of helping children to sit and meditate during episodes of overstimulation, temper outbursts, pain, and/or emotional upset may seem like a far-fetched ideal. However, the utilization of sensory tools to interrupt these patterns and capture attention can make this intervention a reality. By bringing similar expertly designed sensory tools into a digital format, parents and caregivers can provide children with accessible visual meditation techniques anytime, anywhere. ### 4.2 — 2024-09-03 Woah, there's a new update! • Save and load your customizations to the visuals ## Apps similar to Woah | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Magic Fluids: Wallpapers](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-fluids-wallpapers/id1574310796) | 4.2 (195) | Free | Lifestyle | ## More apps by Rockwell Ventures - [Soundly - White Noise Sleep](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundly-white-noise-sleep/id1447164749) - [Mesmerize - Visual Meditation](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mesmerize-visual-meditation/id1461517107) - [Doze: Sleep Sounds and Stories](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doze-sleep-sounds-and-stories/id1482827839) - [Inner Kingdom - Méditation](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inner-kingdom-meditation/id1504135722) - [Sound Machine - White Noise](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sound-machine-white-noise/id1534157897) All apps by Rockwell Ventures: https://appshunter.io/developer/1447164748 ## Related topics [woah](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/woah) · [visual stimulation](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/visual-stimulation) · [calm kids for school](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/calm-kids-for-school) · [kids calming](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/kids-calming) · [trippy visuals](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/trippy-visuals) · [calm kids music](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/calm-kids-music) · [quiet time for kids](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/quiet-time-for-kids) · [hypnotic spiral](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hypnotic-spiral) --- *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 2026-08-20.*