Vīrya Guided vs HelenStudios
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Vīrya Guided
This app guides users through a unique meditation practice using Auto Self-Transcending (AST) and proprietary biofeedback technology. It tracks physiological and brain activity to quantify recovery and enhance well-being, offering personalized insights and habit-building support.
- Auto Self-Transcending (AST) meditation
- Transcendometer® biofeedback technology
- EEG and Apple Watch integration
- Self-Regulation Quality Index (SRQI)
- VLĪS Analytics for subjective experience tracking
- Habit Assist AI notifications
- Unwind & Realign Guided Series
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The Practice - Meditating to Transcend using AST. Auto Self Transcending (AST) Meditation uses effortless bija-mantra repetition to enter pure awareness, akin to stilling the mind in deep sleep, but with full self-awareness. This ancient Vedic-Śramana practice involves two phases: inward (transcending) and outward (normalization), mimicking the restorative effects of sleep. It fosters neurophysiological balance while enhancing conscious experience. Benefits include improved memory, emotional regulation, and overall well-being. Our Technology - Experience the New Era of Transcending Meditation with Transcendometer® Vīrya’s Transcendometer® is our proprietary engine for objectively measuring Auto Self-Transcending (AST) meditation. In our Guided app, the Apple Watch Ōura ring & WHOOP Band captures real-time data on your body’s recovery—tracking key markers of physiological normalization and stress relief—while our EEG app records precise brain activity to pinpoint transcending moments. Our Self-Regulation Quality Index (SRQI) quantifies how effectively your body recovers during Dive sessions by analyzing heart rate decreases along with metrics like HR variability, sleep quality, calories burned, and workouts. Each session refines your personalized biometric model, providing actionable insights to optimize recovery, elevate well-being, and transform your transcending journey. Engage in Transcendometer® Dive sessions on our EEG and Guided apps to build a personalized biometric model that boosts your health and well-being through daily transcending analysis. VLĪS Analytics Remembering every detail of your transcending sessions can be challenging. With Virya's VLĪS Analytics, you can effortlessly track the subjective experiences that follow your meditation and view your progress in a clear, easy-to-read chart—giving you a chance to reflect on your journey. When combined with Transcendometer® Heart Tracking, it creates your personalized biometric model, designed to enhance your health and well-being through detailed analysis of your daily transcending practice. Habit powered by Transcendometer® Building a 20-minute, twice-daily habit can be challenging. Habit Assist AI notifications help you stay consistent, boosting your transcending endurance—even on busy days. Paired with Transcendometer® Heart Tracking, which monitors your biometric model, you’ll see measurable changes in normalization between sessions and notice the impact of any missed ones. Unwind & Realign Series: MindStill-ness x MindFull-ness. Begin with the Unwind Guided Series to cultivate mindfulness and heighten your present-moment awareness before your transcending session. Then, enhance your practice with the Realign Series—a guided gratitude journey that uses the power of mindfulness and the law of attraction to manifest your desires after your session. I meditate to Tranścend. During the Tranścend Program using neurofeedback and brain-computer interfacing (BCI), you’ve built the foundation of your personalized biometric AI model. Enhance that foundation with our Guided Transcendometer® Heart Tracking, which continually refines your model with data-driven insights to elevate your overall well-being. Other Traditional Brands. Traditional approaches like Transcendental Meditation, Vedic Meditation, Sahaj Samadhi, Ziva Technique, and 1GiantMind lack the seamless integration of personalized biofeedback that puts real-time insights into your health and well-being at your fingertips during your daily transcending practice. Our technology and services are designed to enhance your daily transcending practice by fostering mental stability, cognitive and emotional intelligence, and a healthier, more successful life. Vīrya's Guided Transcendometer® app and its ECG analysis are not intended for the diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any medical condition. Terms Of Use : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
HelenStudios
Access expert-led Pilates and wellness services, including reformer, mat, and aerial yoga classes. Book private sessions, manage studio schedules, and explore teacher certification programs. Designed for all levels, from beginners to aspiring instructors.
- Expert-led Pilates and wellness classes
- Reformer, mat, and aerial yoga options
- Prenatal and postnatal programs
- Private and semi-private session booking
- Studio schedule management
- Teacher certification program access
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Helen’s Intensive Pilates brings you expert-led Pilates and wellness services from studios across multiple locations. Whether you're a beginner, a dedicated student, or working toward certification, this app connects you directly to Helen’s Pilates classes and training programs designed to support your body and overall wellness goals. Inside the app, you’ll find a wide variety of class types including reformer Pilates, mat Pilates, aerial yoga available at the Brooklyn studio, and specialized programs for prenatal and postnatal care. Each class is taught by experienced instructors who help you build strength, flexibility, and confidence at your own pace. You can book private and semi-private sessions through the app, giving you the flexibility to train one-on-one or with a partner. Hybrid options make it easy to stay consistent with your practice, whether training in person or remotely. The app also lets you view and manage schedules for all Helen’s Pilates studio locations, including Brooklyn, New York, and San Pablo Bay, Florida. It keeps you organized so you never miss a session. For those interested in teaching, the app provides access to information about Helen’s Pilates teacher certification program. This training combines anatomy, technique, and practical guidance to prepare you for success and a rewarding career. Download the app and start moving better today. Join a growing community of passionate practitioners and transform your body and mind with Helen’s Intensive Pilates.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: HelenStudios at 5.0 against Vīrya Guided's 4.0. HelenStudios also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2). Vīrya Guided's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Vīrya Guided sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. HelenStudios asks for nothing beyond the download.
HelenStudios holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vīrya Guided has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Vīrya Guided ships an update every 2 weeks, HelenStudios every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Vīrya Guided | HelenStudios |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (5 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 302 MB | 121 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Evocate Media LLC | Sutra Fitness, Inc. |
Customer experience
Vīrya Guided
HelenStudios
In-app purchases
Vīrya Guided
- Monthly Subscription Plan3 Days trial$6.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$49.991 Year
HelenStudios
No in-app purchases
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