Sensory Abstract#1 vs overstimulated
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Sensory Abstract#1
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Sensory Abstract#1, from Sensory App House, is our first app in what has become a series of visual digital art. This peaceful display app is a combination of the use of digital art and effects techniques created by Sensory over the years, alongside the influence of abstract expressionist artists such as Mark Rothko. The concept for this app is to create a calm, visual experience, with slow emerging shapes. There is no touch input on this app, unlike some of the Sensory Apps for calming & cause and effect such Magma, iMeba or Plazma. The projection capabilities of the iPad and iPhone via Airplay gives the option for galleries and relaxed environments to run the app on large screens. Just choose the effect you prefer, using the 4 buttons (or a bluetooth keyboard) and let it flow. Press 1 or space bar to change abstract style Press 2 to change change abstract size Press 3 or Enter key to add some symmetry Press 4 to change color combinations Press 5 to hide or show buttons Sensory Abstract#1 has no adverts, no settings screen and no in-app purchases. Switch box compatibility: Abstract#1 can be controlled by assistive technology switches that produce character codes (1, 2, 3, 4, Space, Enter) - all produce different changes as listed above when using the keyboard. To see videos and more Sensory Apps visit www.sensoryapphouse.com
overstimulated
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five tools to feel less overwhelmed. a quiet, monochrome toolkit for sensory overload, racing thoughts, and emotional overwhelm. no notifications, no accounts, no tracking. open it, use it, close it. BREATHE guided breathing patterns - press, box, 4-7-8, and meditative - to slow down your nervous system. FOCUS sorting, tracing, holding, and filtering exercises that give a restless mind something to land on. SHED surface difficult thoughts, reframe them with CBT-inspired prompts, or shake them away. EXPRESS freeform drawing tools that turn inner noise into something visible โ etch, echo, ember, and sketch. RELEASE push, pop, scatter, and drain. physical gestures to let go of built-up tension. WHY THIS APP - built on CBT and ACT principles, adapted into interactive exercises - monochrome design that won't overstimulate you further - no gamification, no streaks, no guilt - no ads, no tracking, fully private - one free variant per mode, one purchase unlocks all 20. no subscriptions.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sensory Abstract#1 at none against overstimulated's 1. Sensory Abstract#1 also leads on iOS requirement (11.4 vs 17.6). overstimulated's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 11 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. overstimulated sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Sensory Abstract#1 asks for nothing beyond the download.
Sensory Abstract#1 ships an update every 11 months, overstimulated every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sensory Abstract#1 | overstimulated |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | Every 6 weeks โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No โ better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.4 โ better | 17.6 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sensory App House Ltd | Mateusz Goralczyk |
In-app purchases
Sensory Abstract#1
No in-app purchases
overstimulated
- Pro Unlock$3.99
Questions
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