# Yoga Nidra - Relaxation Lite — Deep Relaxation

> Guided deep relaxation and stress management tool for improved sleep and focus. (iPhone/iPad app by Elizabeth Papadakis.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yoga-nidra-relaxation-lite/id444707986 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Elizabeth Papadakis](https://appshunter.io/developer/832949407)
- Category: Medical
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 1,189 App Store ratings · 130 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 247 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-07-02
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yoga-nidra-relaxation-lite/id444707986/reviews.md

## What is Yoga Nidra?

• Highly effective stress management tool 
• Can be used before sleep to manage insomnia 
• Useful for study and work to bring clarity and focus and to release mental tension 
• Suitable for all levels, beginners to advanced 
• One complete 10 minute guided relaxation practice

Yoga Nidra is a systematic and scientific method of inducing deep and complete physical, mental and emotional relaxation. It is an ancient technique based on the time tested principles of yoga and through regular practice one can easily develop a sense of deep relaxation, calmness and peace.

Created by Madhav West, a highly experienced yoga and meditation teacher. Madhav received 4 years full time professional training at the Satyananda Yoga Academy Australia and the Bihar School of Yoga in India in Yogic Science. He is also qualified in the field of Health Science and Naturopathic Medicine.

## Key features

- Stress management
- Insomnia relief
- Improved focus
- Mental tension release
- Guided relaxation practice
- Suitable for all levels

## What do users think of Yoga Nidra?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🧘‍♀️ Relaxing and calming experience
- 🌙 Helps with sleep and insomnia
- 🕰️ Convenient 10-minute sessions
- 🎶 Soothing voice and music
- 🧠 Improves focus and mindfulness

**Cons**

- ⏱️ Feels too rushed, could use more pauses
- 🔊 Background music volume is too loud
- 🐛 Occasional technical issues like freezing

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on some devices
- Playback issues on certain phones

**Most requested features**

- Longer session options
- More voice/music options
- Ability to disable background music

## Recent user reviews (10 of 130)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yoga-nidra-relaxation-lite/id444707986/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Very relaxing

*2025-11-09*

I find this app very relaxing to use. It’s 10 minutes of Yoga Nidra and the voice is very pleasant to listen to. I have been using it for a couple of years and I can thoroughly recommend it particularly if you find regular meditation difficult. With the voice guiding you it’s easier to stay focused.

### 5/5 — Great stuff

*2025-03-12*

I love this app
Took me a while not to nap through the session, our mans voice is very calming
I purchased the level up, love your work tam

### 5/5 — Deep Gratitude

*2025-01-21*

Hari Om. 
It is such a delight to have this gorgeous Satyananda Yoga Nidra app. I have a predisposition for stress/tension and not sleeping well and I found this app many years ago, even when I realised you fixed the left armpit because it bothered me that it was skipped and I would fixate on it. Haha! 
It was the only thing that helped me sleep well, almost guaranteed. I have had this app for so long now, but last year I went to my local Ashram (as linked in the Ajapa Japa app) where they practice Satyananda Yoga. I didn’t realise it at the time, until I was in my first Yoga Nidra session at the Ashram, that I knew the Sanskrit terminology and the routine. I was blown away. I have since learned more about the benefits of Yoga Nidra and Satyananda Yoga and why it’s important to do it every day. It truly is a mind, body, and spiritual reset and in today’s world and city living, so incredibly important. My deepest gratitude to you, Madhav, for sharing your training and experience with this part of the Satyananda philosophy and practice so that all may benefit, for free! 🙏🏼🕉️

Also, love that you’re a fellow Australian. Your voice is very calming. 

Om 🕉️

### 5/5 — Genius for day sleeping

*2025-01-14*

I only get up to something like the left knee before falling asleep to this sonorous voice. If you want to take up day napping this is a great off-label use for this app.

### 5/5 — Great app to practice Yoga Nidra

*2024-10-10*

Thanks for the meditation

### 5/5 — Yoda nidra

*2024-06-16*

I had never experienced this before. I finished my 10 minutes and feel a deep sense of relaxation that seems to be lasting. I can now see why it would be good to practice close to bed time. Very enjoyable. Thankyou.

### 5/5 — Relaxing from the start!

*2024-03-01*

Wow!  I feel better! Just 10 minutes!  This is great!

### 5/5 — Love it

*2023-12-20*

This is the best body scan and relaxation practice I have found.
I love the voice.
The combination of practices and the pace of the body scan keep my attention throughout the practice.

### 1/5 — Disappointing

*2023-05-24*

I have just bought this app and it is exactly like the free version! Where is the 10,20 and full 30 minute sessions?

**Developer response:** Hi there, just need to go into the settings and you’ll see the option for selecting the different lengths

### 1/5 — Too fast

*2022-06-23*

Moves through the body scan way too quickly making it difficult to slow down - I found myself holding my breath as I tried to keep up. If it was at half the speed it would likely be 5 stars from me.

## Frequently asked questions about Yoga Nidra

### What is Yoga Nidra - Relaxation Lite?

This app provides a guided relaxation practice based on Yoga Nidra, a systematic method for inducing deep physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. It's designed to help manage stress, improve sleep, and enhance focus.

### What are the key features of this app?

The app offers a complete 10-minute guided relaxation practice. It's an effective tool for stress management, can be used to combat insomnia, and helps bring clarity and focus by releasing mental tension. It is suitable for beginners to advanced practitioners.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is available for free. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, offering a complete guided relaxation practice without any cost to the user.

### Who is this app designed for?

This app is suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. It is particularly useful for individuals experiencing stress, insomnia, or seeking to improve their mental clarity and focus.

### How can this app help with sleep?

The guided relaxation practice is highly effective for managing insomnia. By inducing deep relaxation, it prepares the mind and body for sleep, helping users fall asleep more easily and experience more restful sleep.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7 — 2020-01-03

The left armpit is now included in the 10 version! Thanks for the feedback.

All links updated along with a few additions to the text pages.

Now optimised for latest version of iOS on all devices

### 1.6 — 2014-06-12

- minor fixes

### 1.5 — 2014-04-30

Support for iOS 7
Fixed text/font errors
Redesign of menus with several new additions including:
FAQ, yoga training info and more

Any questions or feedback please email me: yoga.nidra.app@gmail.com

### 1.4 — 2013-04-19

- Support for iPhone 5
- Cleaned up the guided audio instructions. Removed some background noises from the recording

If you have enjoyed Yoga Nidra please also check out my new app 'Ajapa Japa - Deep Meditation Practice' available on the app store. This is a powerful and complete yoga meditation practice that can offer the practitioner many positive benefits

### 1.3 — 2012-06-27

* Changed some sound files
* Fixed a bug where the audio would stop when the screen locks/dims 

PLEASE NOTE NEW FEATURES:

To use this app before sleep, push the play button in the middle of the screen to start the practice as usual and then LOCK the screen (press the sleep/power button on the top right of phone/ipad). By doing this the 'bell' sound and music etc will not start at the end and wake you up.

To use in the day (when you want to relax but not fall asleep after) keep the screen unlocked, leave the display on. The bell and music etc will start at the end.

Enjoy and feel free to email me for feedback. Contact details are on the author page of the app.

## More apps by Elizabeth Papadakis

- [Yoga Nidra - Deep Relaxation](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yoga-nidra-deep-relaxation/id430531216)
- [Deep Relaxation - Yoga Nidra](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deep-relaxation-yoga-nidra/id444714072)
- [Ajapa Japa - Deep Meditation](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ajapa-japa-deep-meditation/id620304716)
- [Ajapa Japa - Meditation Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ajapa-japa-meditation-lite/id620306185)

All apps by Elizabeth Papadakis: https://appshunter.io/developer/832949407

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