Flowly vs CalmPulseD
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Flowly
This app offers a 12-week virtual reality program designed to help individuals manage chronic pain and anxiety. It combines biofeedback, VR training, and expert coaching to guide users from pain to a state of flow.
- 12-week curated program
- VR nervous system training
- HR sensor integration
- Flowly Coaching sessions
- Virtual support groups (Bubbles)
- Expert-led workshops
- 2D breathwork guides
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Chronic pain sucks. Our team felt this firsthand, and enlisted a world class team of pain experts to design a 12-week curated program designed to take you from pain state, to flow state “Flowly helps manage not only the physical aspects of living with pain and anxiety, but also offers invaluable support to overcome the mental challenges that come along with it.” -Dr. Aman Mahajan, Chair of Perioperative Medicine at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center “Flowly’s virtual worlds help users reclaim a sense of calm and safety at the emotional and physical level, thus allowing them to reduce activation in their nervous system and pain in their body.” -Pierre Etienne-Vannier, Mind-Body Practitioner *How Does It Work?* Flowly’s Healing from Pain Program is a curated 12-week program with new lessons, daily trainings, and access to a coach included Weeks 1-4: Building the Foundation In your first week, you will receive a Kit that includes a VR headset and a HR sensor so you can engage in your daily VR nervous system training. You will also schedule your first of three Flowly Coaching sessions to set your goals for the program, design your Flowly routine moving forward, and answer any questions you might have Weeks 5-8: Cultivating Intrinsic Brain-Body Regulation Engage in trainings that utilize your nervous system to take control of various psychological and emotional aspects of your chronic pain experience. All while discovering new environments and tools to create physical safety. Meet with your Flowly coach for your second session to check in on progress and goals Weeks 9-12: Establishing Enduring Practice Reinforcing all the training you have accomplished so far, we will put together all the tools and learnings into a daily ritual that best fits your life now, but most importantly, your life and dreams moving forward. You will also meet with your coach for your last session to wrap up your program and establish your steps moving forward All throughout the program, you will have access to: * Bubbles: virtual small support groups where heroes can connect with one another and engage in activities to do with improving their health * Workshops: with health experts and specialists on specific educational health topics * Tools: 2D breathwork guides, educational articles, and more in the Resources tab in-app * Forum: a community forum where heroes can share their experiences and questions After 3 months you will have the opportunity to go into “Maintenance Mode” with continued access to the program content, new VR worlds and experiences, and other in-app resources. *Can This Actually Work?* Flowly marries two powerful approaches: biofeedback for relaxation training and Virtual Reality. There are 1,000+ studies dedicated to both therapies for pain. Flowly itself is partnered with UPMC and USC for studies with a grant awarded by the National Institute of Health. Dr. Robert Tien, the former Chair of Neuroradiology at Duke, says this, “Flowly’s experiences help enhance a user’s Vagus Nerve function, which plays a crucial role in preventing inflammation, increasing heart resilience, and treating symptoms of chronic pain and anxiety. Flowly is fun and accessible, but ultimately, can seriously improve overall life quality with consistent use” *Subscription Pricing and Terms* Healing from Pain Program - Program Fee - $474.99 - Maintenance Fee - $4.99/month Standard Flowly Subscription - Change My Life Membership - $44.99/month or $239.99/year - Community Membership - $4.99/month or $59.99/year Your subscription will automatically renew unless turned off in your iTunes Account Settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Subscriptions will be charged to your iTunes account. For more information, see our terms at https://www.flowly.world/terms-of-service and privacy policy at https://www.flowly.world/privacy-policy
CalmPulseD
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Feeling stressed? Overwhelmed by the demands of daily life? Find your anchor in the storm with CalmPulse, your personal guide to a calmer, more mindful you. Find relief in minutes with guided breathing exercises designed to lower anxiety, monitor your heart rate, and help you understand your emotional patterns. All features are always free. ◇ Find Calm in Your Breath ◇ At the heart of CalmPulse is a simple yet powerful tool: your breath. Our beautifully designed, full-screen animated guide makes it easy to follow along with proven breathing techniques. Feel a gentle buzz from your phone (haptic feedback) to signal each phase, allowing you to close your eyes and fully immerse yourself in the moment. Choose the pattern that's right for you: • Box Breathing (Basic): A simple 4-4-4-4 pattern perfect for finding balance, increasing focus, and calming your nervous system anytime, anywhere. • 4-7-8 Relaxing Breath (PRO): A renowned technique designed to deeply relax the body and mind. Ideal for unwinding after a long day or preparing for a restful night's sleep. • Physiological Sigh (PRO): A science-backed, double-inhale technique that provides the fastest way to offload stress and reset your state of mind in seconds. ◇ Connect Your Body and Mind with Apple Health ◇ CalmPulse integrates seamlessly with the Apple Health app to provide a complete picture of your wellness. By granting permission, you can: • Monitor Your Heart Rate: See the real-time impact of your breathwork as your heart rate lowers during a session. • Get Proactive Alerts: Enable our optional background monitoring feature to get a gentle notification if your heart rate is detected as high, suggesting it might be a good time for a quick breathing session. • Track Your Progress: All your session data contributes to a richer understanding of your health journey. ◇ Understand Your Journey with a Private Diary ◇ True progress comes from understanding. After each session, CalmPulse invites you to a private check-in: • Log Your Mood: How are you feeling now? Choose from a simple set of expressive faces. • Identify Your Triggers: What was on your mind? Tag common stressors like "Work," "Family," or "Finances." • See Your Insights: Our simple, easy-to-read charts show you your mood trends over time and highlight your most common triggers. Connect the dots and empower yourself with knowledge. ◇ Your Privacy is Our Priority ◇ In a world where data is a commodity, we believe your wellness journey is sacred and private. Period. All of your session logs, moods, and trigger information are stored securely only on your own device. We never see, collect, or share your personal data. Your peace of mind is our most important feature. ◇ Free for Everyone, Supported by Community ◇ We believe that mental wellness tools should be accessible to everyone, without financial barriers. That’s why every feature in CalmPulse, including all PRO breathing exercises, is completely free. If you find the app helpful, you will have the option to make a small donation to support our mission and help us keep it free for everyone, forever. Key Features at a Glance: • Simple, beautiful, full-screen breathing guide • Haptic feedback for eyes-closed sessions • Multiple breathing patterns for different needs (Basic & PRO) • Real-time heart rate monitoring via Apple Health • Private mood and trigger diary • Insightful charts to track your progress • Optional high heart rate notifications • 100% free features • Absolute commitment to user privacy Ready to reclaim your calm? Download CalmPulse today and take your first step towards a more centered, peaceful you.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CalmPulseD at none against Flowly's 11. Flowly's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 5 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Flowly sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. CalmPulseD asks for nothing beyond the download.
Flowly ships an update monthly, CalmPulseD every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on August 11, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Flowly | CalmPulseD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (401 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 85.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 401 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 432 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Tamade LLC | NEYBOAPP LLC |
Bugs and requests
Flowly
Reported bugs
2 issues- App crashes when entering billing information
- Incompatibility issues with certain phone models and VR headsets
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to walk around in VR worlds instead of just sitting
- Integration with Apple Health and other fitness trackers
- More diverse range of VR environments and experiences
- Offline mode for VR sessions
- Customizable breathing patterns and pacing
CalmPulseD
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Flowly
- Community Membership Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Flowly Journey Maintenance3 Months trial$4.991 Month
- Flowly Basic Monthly$9.991 Month
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- Flowly Basic Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Community Membership Yearly$39.991 Year
- Flowly Pro Monthly$44.991 Month
- Flowly Pro Monthly1 Month trial$44.991 Month
- Flowly Basic Yearly$59.991 Year
- Flowly Pro Yearly$239.991 Year
- Flowly Family Plan$349.991 Year
- Healing from Pain Program$1000.00
CalmPulseD
No in-app purchases









