Comparison

eSense EEGenius vs Calm Awareness

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

Head to head
About

eSense EEGenius

Features
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The Mindfield eSense EEGenius is a new, state-of-the-art EEG device for home neurofeedback training. It was developed specifically for easy, intuitive use by end users after extensive planning and testing. Using Neurofeedback at home, a user can perform EEG-based training in a private environment. Different targets can be selected, for example: Improvement of attention and concentration, Improvement of cognitive skills, Training of calmness, composure and relaxation. Premade, included training programs are oriented to these goals, but it is also possible for so-called supervisors – professional users who can supervise end users – to create and evaluate their own, user-specific training protocols. During training, different displays and requirements provide motivation and analyses provide information about the training progress. What do you need? You need the physical eSense EEGenius device to use this app. You can read more about it and order it here: https://mindfield.de/en/esense-eegenius/ This is a web browser app to access the web app of the eSense EEGenius sensor. Please download and use it to use the eSense EEGenius sensor with web bluetooth for all iPad OS devices supporting bluetooth low energy. We highly recommend to use the eSense EEGenius with an iPad due to the larger screen. Please have a look at the demo videos, explaining the use of the device and the software here: https://www.esense-eegenius.com

About

Calm Awareness

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Overview of Calm Awareness The Calm Awareness App offers Neurofeedback Guided Mindfulness Training for Meditation Trainers—individuals assisting others in developing a Mindfulness Meditation practice. It integrates the MindWave Mobile NeuroDevice, which measures brainwaves, particularly focusing on Alpha brainwaves linked to relaxation and cognitive benefits. Key advantages include: • Improved Focus and Attention: Enhances concentration by reducing distractions. • Stress Reduction: Promotes relaxation and counters anxiety. • Enhanced Creativity: Encourages idea generation and problem-solving. • Better Sleep Quality: Facilitates restful brain states. • Mindfulness and Emotional Regulation: Supports emotional balance and well-being. • Improved Memory and Learning: Boosts information retention and recall. Maximizing Alpha Brainwave Benefits Practicing mindfulness with Calm Awareness for 15-20 minutes daily fosters these benefits. Extended sessions of up to 30 minutes may amplify effects but should align with individual comfort levels. Techniques such as diaphragmatic breathing and relaxed facial muscles help reduce muscular artifacts during neurofeedback training. Users gradually learn to activate Alpha brainwaves, cultivating a calm mental state that mitigates stress and emotional reactivity. This practice enables individuals to manage automatic reactions, fostering insight and acceptance. By reducing emotional overreactivity, users can maintain emotional stability, use coping strategies effectively, and respond constructively to challenges. The long-term benefits extend to improved emotional and physical health, social well-being, and resilience. Key App Features • Customizable training sessions for individual needs. • Flexible session settings for in-office or at-home use. • Tailored auditory and visual instructions. • Adaptive training aligned with the user’s Alpha brainwave levels. • Real-time multimedia feedback and artifact filtering. • Numerical scores and progress graphs for continuous improvement. • Adjustable session durations from 5 to 60 minutes. • Engaging visual and auditory feedback. Calm Awareness integrates real-time neurofeedback to empower individuals in achieving a relaxed and mindful state, enriching their overall quality of life.

Screenshots

eSense EEGenius4 screens
Calm Awareness4 screens

Verdict

The call

eSense EEGenius and Calm Awareness are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
eSense EEGenius versus Calm Awareness: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereSense EEGeniusCalm Awareness
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.713.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB355 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMindfield Biosystems Ltd.BrainTrain Inc.

In-app purchases

None

eSense EEGenius

No in-app purchases

None

Calm Awareness

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is eSense EEGenius free?
eSense EEGenius is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Calm Awareness free?
Calm Awareness is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do eSense EEGenius or Calm Awareness have ads?
Neither eSense EEGenius nor Calm Awareness shows ads.

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