# HeartMath vs GlowStrong

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GlowStrong at none against HeartMath's 5. GlowStrong also leads on device support (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 26.0). HeartMath's advantage is ratings volume (4.6K vs 2). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for HeartMath against 5.0 for GlowStrong. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HeartMath has 4.6K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

HeartMath ships an update every 3 weeks, GlowStrong every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HeartMath | GlowStrong |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (4.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heartmath/id6446414998/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glowstrong/id6754648443/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.6K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 73.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 185 MB | 172 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **15.5** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HeartMath Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/482739914) | [Glow Natural Wellness LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1849445433) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### GlowStrong

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glowstrong/id6754648443)

This app offers science-backed fitness and nutrition programs for men and women, focusing on hormone optimization and accelerated results. It includes personalized training, meal plans, and direct access to expert coaching and a supportive community.

**Highlights:** Hormone-smart training for men and women, TempoFlex proprietary training system, Hormone-optimizing meal plans and recipes, Daily coaching and community support, Apple Watch & HealthKit integration, Fitbit and MyFitnessPal syncing

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HeartMath free?

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

### Is GlowStrong free?

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

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

GlowStrong is rated higher. HeartMath averages 4.9 out of 5 from 4.6K ratings, while GlowStrong averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do HeartMath or GlowStrong have ads?

Neither HeartMath nor GlowStrong shows ads.

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

HeartMath ships an update every 3 weeks, and GlowStrong every 4 weeks. Most recently, HeartMath was updated on October 1, 2026 and GlowStrong on September 25, 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.*