# RRate vs Calmer Parent

The clearest difference is rating: Calmer Parent at 4.9 against RRate's 3.3. Calmer Parent also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 67%) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 9 months). RRate's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and iOS requirement (8 vs 14.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Calmer Parent sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. RRate asks for nothing beyond the download.

Calmer Parent holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Calmer Parent has 27 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of RRate's written reviews are positive against 100% of Calmer Parent's.

RRate ships an update every 9 months, Calmer Parent every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RRate | Calmer Parent |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rrate/id581390517/reviews) | **[4.9 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calmer-parent/id6444087393/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **27** |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 30 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8** | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [PART BC Children's](https://appshunter.io/developer/581390520) | [HENADZI E SUBACH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1652217150) |

## What reviewers say

### RRate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rrate/id581390517)

Measure respiratory rate by tapping along with a patient's breaths. Visual feedback is provided by an animated breathing baby. The app calculates the median tap rate for breaths per minute and supports data sharing.

**Highlights:** Respiratory rate measurement, Visual breathing feedback, Median tap rate calculation, RECap integration, Vital signs sharing

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Calmer Parent

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calmer-parent/id6444087393)

This app helps you focus on your breath to improve your overall health and well-being. It offers guided exercises for general health, focus, stress reduction, and better sleep. By controlling your breathing, you can positively impact your body and mind.

**Highlights:** Respiratory rate monitoring, Guided breathing exercises, Focus and calm techniques, Antistress programs, Sleep improvement exercises, Supports lung function

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Trial Weekly Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Calmer Parent Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Respiratory rate & Breathing | $12.99 | per month |
| Calmer Parent Monthly Premium | $19.99 | per month |
| Annual best offer | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $99.99 | per year |
| Calmer Parent Exclusive | $99.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $129.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RRate free?

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

### Is Calmer Parent free?

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

### Which has better reviews, RRate or Calmer Parent?

Calmer Parent is rated higher. RRate averages 3.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Calmer Parent averages 4.9 from 27 ratings.

### Do RRate or Calmer Parent have ads?

Neither RRate nor Calmer Parent shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RRate or Calmer Parent?

RRate ships an update every 9 months, and Calmer Parent every 6 weeks. Most recently, RRate was updated on October 22, 2026 and Calmer Parent on October 24, 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.*