Comparison

Pausing Point vs StateGap

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

Head to head
About

Pausing Point

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Find your breath’s perfect pitch. Welcome to Pausing Point, where your inhale gets a melody, your exhale a rhythm, and your mind a moment to simply be. This isn’t just another meditation app. It’s the only space where original music is composed to breathe with you - gently guiding every inhale, hold, exhale, and pause. Whether you’re seeking clarity, stillness, sleep, or a spark of energy, we have a soundtrack for that... and a breathing pattern to match. When the world gets loud, we invite you to tune in to tune out and let each pause become your power. FEATURES 1. Counted Breathing Music: Breathe with purpose. Our original music is composed to match six powerful breathing patterns, each tailored to a specific mental state: • Focus (4-4-4-4): Sharpen clarity and compose your concentration. • Calm (4-2-6): Breathe in peace, breathe out pressure. • Relax (4-6): Let go of stress, note by note. • Balance (5-5): Restore inner steadiness with an even, grounding rhythm. • Unwind (4-7-8): Linger on the exhale, like the last chord of a lullaby. • Energise (4-2): A breath-boosted pick-me-up, no caffeine required. 2. Soothing Soundscapes: Not your average nature loops. These immersive landscapes - from forest glades to twilight beaches - are layered with gentle breathing rhythms and melodies to create the perfect pause. 3. Guided Meditations: From beachside body scans to forest hikes, each narrated journey is paired with breathing music to help you relax, energise, or reset with intention. 4. Pause Here Podcast: Tune in before the rest of the world. Get exclusive early access to episodes of the ‘Pause Here’ podcast, which explores the science of serenity, the art of breathing, and practical ways to bring mindfulness into your daily life. 5. Mindful Musings: Read reflections and science-backed articles on music, breath, and wellbeing. Ideal for thoughtful moments between the chaos. 6. Multilingual Support: Pausing Point is now available in French, German, Mandarin, Japanese, and Korean - because every breath deserves to be understood. Most of our collections, music, soundscapes, and musings are fully translated; however, some new or niche sections may still only be available in English. We’re working hard to localise everything, so stay tuned! 7. Ever-Growing Library: New content arrives regularly - because even the best breath needs fresh air. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS Pausing Point offers two auto-renewing subscription options: • 7-day free trial then $5.99 per month • 14-day free trial then $19.99 per year These prices are in Australian dollars (AUD). Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Read more about our terms and conditions here: Terms and Conditions: https://www.pausingpoint.com/terms Privacy policy: https://www.pausingpoint.com/privacy EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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StateGap

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Close the Gap. Master Your Mindset. There is always a space between where you are and where you want to be. Stress, lack of focus, and old habits create a gap that feels impossible to cross. StateGap is your ultimate mental toolkit, designed to help you shift your state, sync your senses, and bridge that distance—all without ever having to unlock your phone. THREE PILLARS OF TRANSFORMATION 1. AURABEATS: Sync Your Senses Experience the cutting edge of brainwave entrainment. AuraBeats combines stroboscopic light (your phone's flashlight) with professionally engineered Binaural Beats to guide your brain into the optimal mental state. Focus: Bridge the gap to deep work with Beta waves. Deep Sleep: Transition into rest with Delta frequencies. Meditation: Access Theta states for profound relaxation. The Result: A sensory shortcut to the mental state you need, right now. 2. AFFIRMATIONS: Rewire Your Inner Dialogue Consistent growth happens in the small moments. StateGap delivers powerful, mind-shifting affirmations directly to your lock screen. Passive Growth: Close the gap between your current self and your potential every time you check the time. Custom Programs: Choose from categories like Success, Resilience, or Calm. Consistency: Build a better mindset through the power of subconscious habit. 3. WISDOM: Ground Your Perspective The right insight at the right time can change everything. Our "Wisdom" tab delivers witty, insightful, and blunt perspective shifts from history’s greatest thinkers. Reality Checks: Snap out of overthinking with Stoic philosophy and modern wit. Daily Insights: Bite-sized truths to keep you grounded in a chaotic world. Clarity: Gain the perspective needed to navigate life’s challenges with ease. WHY STATEGAP? Lock Screen Integration: Transform your life without "app fatigue." Our widgets and notifications bring the growth to you. Science-Backed: Utilizing proven audio-visual entrainment (AVE) techniques and cognitive-behavioral principles. Minimalist Design: No clutter, no distractions. Just the tools you need to close the gap to your best self. Don't just stand there. Close the gap. Download StateGap today. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Pausing Point4 screens
StateGap4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: StateGap at none against Pausing Point's 2. StateGap also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). Pausing Point's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price 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. Pausing Point sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. StateGap asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pausing Point ships an update every 3 months, StateGap every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and August 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 1 level
Pausing Point versus StateGap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPausing PointStateGap
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVentrive Pty LtdPawel B

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pausing Point

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription14 Days trial$12.991 Year
None

StateGap

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pausing Point free?
Pausing Point is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is StateGap free?
StateGap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pausing Point or StateGap have ads?
Pausing Point shows ads; StateGap does not.
Which is updated more often, Pausing Point or StateGap?
Pausing Point ships an update every 3 months, and StateGap every 2 weeks. Most recently, Pausing Point was updated on September 10, 2026 and StateGap on August 30, 2026.

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