# TruSens vs HeartMath

The clearest difference is review sentiment: HeartMath at 74% against TruSens's 0%. HeartMath also leads on rating (4.9 vs 1.9) and ratings volume (4.6K vs 19). TruSens's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HeartMath sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $39.00 per year. TruSens asks for nothing beyond the download.

HeartMath holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HeartMath has 4.6K ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of TruSens's written reviews are positive against 74% of HeartMath's.

TruSens ships an update every 5 weeks, HeartMath every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TruSens | HeartMath |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.9 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trusens/id1533011835/reviews) | **[4.9 (4.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heartmath/id6446414998/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 19 | **4.6K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **73.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 42 MB | 185 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ACCO Brands USA LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/594765823) | [HeartMath Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/482739914) |

## What reviewers say

### TruSens

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trusens/id1533011835)

Control your smart air purifier remotely to monitor and improve indoor air quality. View real-time feedback, set schedules, and track air quality trends. The app also facilitates filter and UV bulb replacement orders.

**Highlights:** Remote air purifier control, Real-time air quality feedback, Air quality trend tracking, Customizable schedules, Filter and UV bulb replacement ordering

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### HeartMath

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heartmath/id6446414998)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HeartMath Premium | $39.00 | per year |
| HeartMath Premium | $59.00 | per year |
| HeartMath Premium | $79.00 | per year |
| HeartMath Premium | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Huge improvement over previous app
- 👍 Easy to use and highly recommended
- 💡 Loaded with HeartMath techniques and courses
- 👍 Powerful tool for nervous system balance and anxiety reduction
- 👍 Helps achieve a better mental state

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues with sensor
- 🐛 Sensor not compatible with older devices
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes on newer devices
- 🐛 Inaccurate heart rate and coherence readings
- 🐛 Disruptive screen sleep behavior during sessions

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TruSens free?

TruSens is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is HeartMath free?

HeartMath is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TruSens or HeartMath?

HeartMath is rated higher. TruSens averages 1.9 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while HeartMath averages 4.9 from 4.6K ratings.

### Do TruSens or HeartMath have ads?

Neither TruSens nor HeartMath shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TruSens or HeartMath?

TruSens ships an update every 5 weeks, and HeartMath every 3 weeks. Most recently, TruSens was updated on October 6, 2026 and HeartMath on October 16, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*