Comparison

Autogenic Training Original vs HeartMath

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Autogenic Training Original

This app provides a guide to autogenic training, a relaxation technique that can help manage anxiety and stress. It offers guided voice sessions and background music to aid in learning and independent practice.

Highlights
  • Guided voice relaxation sequences
  • Learn formulas for independent practice
  • Background musical themes
  • Adjustable timer for sessions
  • Control anxiety and stress
  • Improve physical and sporting performance
Features
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With the App "Training Autogeno HD" you will always have handy a guide to be able to carry out this relaxation technique. You can also perform the relaxation sequence with the help of a guided voice, very useful to learn the formulas you are going to use independently. Thanks to Autogenic Training it is possible to control anxiety and auto induce a state of general relaxation. The constancy in the use of this technique contributes to the increase of physical and sporting performances as well as to alleviating: - anxiety disorders; - somatisation disorders; - insomnia; - stress; - gastrointestinal disorders (ulcer, colitis, gastritis, constipation, diarrheas, gastroesophageal reflux); - respiratory disorders (asthma, rhinitis, bronchitis); - skin disorders (skin irritation, eczema, psoriasis); - tension headache, migraine; - cardiovascular disorders (tachycardia, hypertension); - disorders of the sexual sphere (frigidity, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, vaginismus) GUIDED LEARNING *** In addition to having handy the formulas with which to carry out the exercises autonomously, you can also choose to activate a voice guide to learn the formulas you are going to use independently. BACKGROUND MUSICAL THEMES *** During the guide learning it is possible to activate a background music theme and set a timer to switch off the background at the end of the training. MORE *** During the learning with guide voice, it is possible to carry out the exercises in sequence until the desired exercise. At the end of the sequence, you can activate or deactivate the Active Exit to allow you to correctly perform the exercises of the night for which the recovery would not be recommended.

About

HeartMath

This app helps you manage stress, improve focus, and achieve optimal performance by aligning your heart, mind, and emotions. It offers guided sessions, immersive journeys, and coherence practices based on over 30 years of research.

Highlights
  • Real-time HRV Coherence Measurement
  • Coherence Training
  • Scientifically Validated Techniques
  • Guided Learning Sessions
  • Progress Tracking
  • Heart-Brain Coherence Benefits
Features
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Align your heart, mind, and emotions to help you manage stress, improve focus, and perform at your best. Enjoy HeartMath’s free intro experience to access your heart’s natural intelligence and see your heart-brain coherence as real-time feedback. Then start your 7-day free trial to explore a comprehensive collection of guided sessions, immersive journeys, and coherence practices designed to help you experience greater calm, focus, clearer thinking, and a more balanced you. **Inner Balance Coherence Plus sensor owners: Use your sensor to unlock a lifetime subscription.** Built on 30+ years of research on the heart-brain connection and supported by over 500 research studies, HeartMath is used in wellness and resilience programs at organizations including Stanford Healthcare and Kaiser Permanente, as well as in professional sports, the military, law enforcement, leading universities, non-profit organizations, and major corporations. It is used by coaches, trainers, and health professionals for stress education and resilience training. The HeartMath system is more than stress management: it’s a journey to more heart-centered living. This app puts HeartMath’s practical, research-supported tools right at your fingertips. Make mental and emotional well-being an achievable part of your daily life. The HeartMath technology is for stress education and resilience training. It is not a medical device. We encourage you to consult a health professional before making any medical decisions. KEY FEATURES • Real-time HRV coherence feedback: Use your phone’s camera or upgrade to the Inner Balance Coherence Plus sensor for a more precise signal and a free app subscription. • Coherence training: Whether you choose the game or the guided mode, watch your heart-rhythm pattern and coherence change in real time. • Research-Supported: Techniques developed from 30+ years of scientific research to help boost focus, positive feelings, and your ability to manage stress. • Guided learning: Explore guided meditations, courses, and videos led by HeartMath trainers. • Progress tracking: View your progress over time with a variety of chart options. WHAT REGULAR COHERENCE PRACTICE CAN SUPPORT Heart-brain coherence is a balanced, focused state you create yourself through calm breathing and positive focus. Coherence supports the body’s natural ability to shift from tension to calm, helping you manage everyday stress and build inner balance. • SUPPORTS STRESS MANAGEMENT & EMOTIONAL BALANCE • SUPPORTS FOCUS AND MENTAL CLARITY — coherent states are associated with more focus, clarity, and creativity. • SUPPORTS RESILIENCE — regular practice can help you adapt to and recover from challenging situations more quickly. • ENHANCES EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING AND SELF-AWARENESS — practice can support a greater sense of inner calm and a more mindful relationship with your emotions. Subscription terms: • Subscriptions renew automatically at the end of each year. • You can cancel your subscription at any time in your account settings. • You will not be refunded for any unused portion of a subscription. • Price is subject to change. • Subscriptions are not available in all countries. • Full subscription terms: https://my.heartmath.com/terms If you’d like to purchase an Inner Balance Coherence Plus sensor to unlock complimentary lifetime access to the HeartMath app, please visit the HeartMath website.

Screenshots

Autogenic Training Original3 screens
HeartMath4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: HeartMath at Free against Autogenic Training Original's $1.99. HeartMath also leads on ratings volume (4.7K vs 1). Autogenic Training Original's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks) and device support (3 vs 1). On rating, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

HeartMath is free to download; Autogenic Training Original costs $1.99 up front. Autogenic Training Original sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and HeartMath sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $39.00 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Autogenic Training Original against 4.9 for HeartMath. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HeartMath has 4.7K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Autogenic Training Original ships an update daily, HeartMath every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Autogenic Training Original versus HeartMath: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAutogenic Training OriginalHeartMath
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.9 (4.7K ratings)
Positive reviews—73.8% of reviews
Number of ratings14.7K — better
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB185 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperRitmo Digitale di Stefano MuraHeartMath Inc.

Customer experience

Autogenic Training Original

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

HeartMath

All ratings4,564 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral1.8%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews172 reviews
Positive73.8%
Neutral5.2%
Negative20.9%

Bugs and requests

Autogenic Training Original

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

HeartMath

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Sensor connection issues on newer devices
  • App crashes and freezes on iPhone 16 Pro
  • Inaccurate heart rate and coherence readings
  • Screen sleep behavior disrupting sessions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add dark mode option
  • Allow playing music/sounds during sessions
  • Provide audio feedback on coherence levels
  • Add session history customization and details
  • Improve sensor compatibility with older devices

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Autogenic Training Original

One-time1
  • Autogenic Training HD Full$0.99
4 purchases

HeartMath

Subscriptions4
  • HeartMath Premium7 Days trial$39.001 Year
  • HeartMath Premium7 Days trial$59.001 Year
  • HeartMath Premium7 Days trial2 variants$79.001 Year
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  • HeartMath Premium7 Days trial$99.991 Year

Questions

Is Autogenic Training Original free?
Autogenic Training Original costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is HeartMath free?
HeartMath is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Autogenic Training Original or HeartMath?
Autogenic Training Original is rated higher. Autogenic Training Original averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while HeartMath averages 4.9 from 4.7K ratings.
Do Autogenic Training Original or HeartMath have ads?
Neither Autogenic Training Original nor HeartMath shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Autogenic Training Original or HeartMath?
Autogenic Training Original ships an update daily, and HeartMath every 3 weeks. Most recently, Autogenic Training Original was updated on October 15, 2026 and HeartMath on October 30, 2026.

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