Comparison

eSense EEGenius vs Hormesis

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

Hormesis

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Hormesis: Build Resilience, One Cold Rep Turn discipline into short, level-based sessions and train your body to handle stress in just 2–10 minutes a day. Hormesis gamifies controlled stress so busy people actually stick with it. Complete micro-sessions of cold, heat, breathing, fasting and effort, progress through game-style levels, earn streaks and badges, and watch real resilience emerge in weeks. A personalized protocol adapts to your goals, your access (shower, sauna, gym) and your pace, so you build at the right intensity from day one. What Hormesis does for you: - Short, effective sessions: 2–10 minute guided reps of cold, heat, breath, fasting and movement that fit into any part of your day. - Step-by-step coaching: Each technique is broken into clear cues with built-in timers and in-session guidance. - Game-like progression: Daily protocol, streaks, and challenges turn discomfort into something you actually look forward to. - Personalized plan: Built around your goals, your stress response, and what you have access to from day one. - Resilience score: A baseline that climbs as you train, so you can see yourself getting harder. - Trackable progress: Visual streaks and mastery levels show real improvement week over week. Designed for people done feeling soft: - Perfect for anyone tired of foggy mornings, low energy, and reaching for comfort the second things get hard. - Ideal for beginners and experienced biohackers building cold, heat, fasting and breathing into a real habit. - Turns inconsistent willpower into a daily routine with reminders and bite-sized sessions. Why people love Hormesis: - Removes overwhelm with crystal-clear micro-steps and one small dose at a time. - Makes discipline feel rewarding instead of punishing. - Builds momentum fast: many users feel calmer and sharper within the first week. - Built on hormesis: the science of getting stronger from small, controlled stress. Features You'll Love: - Personalized daily protocol built around your profile and goals - Level-based technique library (cold showers, sauna & heat, box breathing, fasting windows, hard sets, and more) - Daily challenges with streaks and badges - Step-by-step session guides with built-in timers - Resilience score and progress tracking - Reminders and daily habit tracking Download Hormesis and complete your first 2-minute cold session today: make getting stronger simple, fast, and consistent. A subscription is required to access the full app experience and features. Terms of Use: https://legal.rocapine.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://legal.rocapine.com/privacy

Screenshots

eSense EEGenius4 screens
Hormesis4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: eSense EEGenius at none against Hormesis's 2. eSense EEGenius also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Hormesis sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. eSense EEGenius asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 3 level
eSense EEGenius versus Hormesis: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereSense EEGeniusHormesis
PriceFreeFree
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.7 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB80 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMindfield Biosystems Ltd.Les Nants

In-app purchases

None

eSense EEGenius

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Hormesis

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Plan$39.991 Year

Questions

Is eSense EEGenius free?
eSense EEGenius is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hormesis free?
Hormesis is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do eSense EEGenius or Hormesis have ads?
Hormesis shows ads; eSense EEGenius does not.

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