Comparison

self EMDR vs Hoogga

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

Head to head
About

self EMDR

This application provides auditory and visual stimulation to aid in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. It is designed to create effects that support the therapeutic process. Users should consult a healthcare professional before use.

Highlights
  • Auditory stimulation effects
  • Visual stimulation effects
  • Supports EMDR therapy process
  • Consultation advisories
  • Health warning resources
Features
Read full description

EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. (Ref. *1) It is a therapeutic method that uses bilateral stimulation, often through guided eye movement, sound, or tapping. Self EMDR provides a simple, self-paced visual and audio stimulation tool. You control the movement, speed, appearance, and sound yourself. = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = MEDICAL DISCLAIMER This app is not a replacement for professional therapy. Please consult a doctor or therapist before using EMDR-style stimulation, especially if you have trauma symptoms, epilepsy, dissociation, severe anxiety, or other medical or psychological concerns. This app offers a function that creates auditory and visual effects for stimulation. Under certain circumstances, this stimulation may be contraindicated for you. (Ref. *2) Please consultat your doctor/therapist and read our health warning on https://selfemdr.app/intro.html before use. (Ref. *3) In addition, here are some sources you might want to consider: *1 https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eye_Movement_Desensitization_and_Reprocessing/ *2 https://oxfordre.com/socialwork/display/10.1093/acrefore/9780199975839.001.0001/acrefore-9780199975839-e-908 *3 https://www.castlecraig.co.uk/therapy/dangers-of-emdr/ 4. https://emdrhealing.com/safe-place-for-your-emdr-session-here-are-some-script-examples/ 5. https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/ 6. https://www.emdr.com/what-is-emdr/ 7. https://www.therapie.de/psyche/info/therapie/emdr/anwendungsgebiete/

About

Hoogga

Features
Read full description

Hoogga is a real‑time HRV companion designed to help you understand your inner rhythm with clarity and calm. Hoogga offers three tools to help you observe, regulate, and understand your internal state: Real‑Time HRV See your HRV shift moment by moment - RMSSD, SDNN, LF/HF, and more - Live HRV graph - Clean, minimal visuals - Export HRV metrics and graphs Biofeedback Breathing A guided breathing space for calm and regulation (usable with or without Polar) - 10 breathing tempos - 3 session durations - Visual breathing guide - 3 audio modes With Polar connected, you’ll also see: - HR Waveform - RSA Amplitude Observe how your breath influences your physiology in real time. Resonant Frequency Assessment Find the breathing pace that calms your body best. Requires a Polar sensor to analyze real‑time HRV and RSA. - Choose from 10 tempos - Compare responses - Discover your personal resonance frequency Data Export Whenever Polar is connected, Hoogga records a complete RR intervals session. Each session is labeled with tool, date, and time for exports. Hoogga is designed for people who want precise HRV data, clean visuals, and a warm, grounding experience — without pressure or noise. In a world that demands you go faster, Hoogga invites you to slow down and listen to your inner rhythm. “Hoo” is the soft sound of an exhale. “Gga” is grounding — the moment you return to yourself. Use it during rest, after stress, before sleep, or anytime you want to reconnect with your body. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ **Regulatory & Hardware Disclaimer** This app connects only to consumer-grade fitness devices (Polar H9/H10) that are not classified as medical devices in any jurisdiction. The app does not require or interact with any regulated medical hardware. This app is intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only and is not subject to medical regulatory approval in any region. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any health concerns, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

Screenshots

self EMDR4 screens
Hoogga4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Hoogga at Free against self EMDR's $2.99. self EMDR's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On ads 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

Hoogga is free to download; self EMDR costs $2.99 up front. Hoogga sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. self EMDR asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

self EMDR ships an update every 3 weeks, Hoogga every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
self EMDR versus Hoogga: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterself EMDRHoogga
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#200 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.6 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristian AhrweilerYI HUI INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD.

In-app purchases

None

self EMDR

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Hoogga

Subscriptions2
  • Hoogga Premium - Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Hoogga Premium - Annual$34.991 Year

Questions

Is self EMDR free?
self EMDR costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hoogga free?
Hoogga is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do self EMDR or Hoogga have ads?
Neither self EMDR nor Hoogga shows ads.
Which is updated more often, self EMDR or Hoogga?
self EMDR ships an update every 3 weeks, and Hoogga every 3 months. Most recently, self EMDR was updated on October 4, 2026 and Hoogga on September 30, 2026.

Other comparisons