Comparison

Vayu vs Pulse Calm

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

Head to head
About

Vayu

This app offers guided breathing exercises with haptic and audio feedback to promote relaxation and mindfulness. It features personalized sessions, reminders, and an AI chatbot for wellness guidance, all accessible from your Apple Watch.

Highlights
  • Personalized breathing sessions
  • Haptic and audio guidance
  • Mindfulness reminders
  • Health app integration
  • AI-powered wellness chatbot
  • Breathing analytics dashboard
Features
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Vayu is your breathing companion for a calmer mind and body, now on iPhone and iPad. Close your eyes and follow the breath. Vayu guides every inhale, hold, and exhale with gentle haptics and immersive sound, so you can practice with your eyes closed instead of staring at a screen. A few quiet minutes is enough to settle your nervous system, ease stress, sharpen focus, or wind down for sleep. WHY VAYU Screen-free guidance. Gentle taps lead each phase of the breath, so the practice comes to you. Tuned to you. Your heart rate and HRV inform the sessions Vayu suggests, so the practice fits where your body is right now. Built for real life. Two minutes between meetings, or a longer session before bed. There is nothing to catch up on. WHAT'S INSIDE - Guided techniques: box breathing, alternate nostril, 4-7-8, physiological sigh, and more classic pranayama. - Curated sessions for stress, sleep, focus, and energy. - Heart rate and HRV insights that show how each session calms your body. - A personal AI coach that suggests the right practice for this moment. - A private journal for your mood and reflections. - Streaks and a simple dashboard to see your progress over time. - An Apple Watch companion for breathwork on your wrist. - Breathe better, live better. Take a breath, and begin. Privacy Policy: https://vayu-prana.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://vayu-prana.com/terms

About

Pulse Calm

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Pulse Calm is a simple, tactile way to slow things down. Using gentle, rhythmic vibrations, Pulse Calm gives you a steady beat you can follow — whether you're unwinding, focusing, or just taking a moment to reset. It’s not about rules or techniques. Just press start and feel the rhythm. Features: • Adjustable pulse rhythm • Customisable intensity and pulse length • One-tap start • Clean, distraction-free design • Works anywhere, anytime Use it while you’re taking a break, preparing for something important, or just looking to switch off for a minute. No accounts. No clutter. Just a simple rhythm in your pocket. Disclaimer: Pulse Calm is intended for general wellness and relaxation purposes only. It is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice. If you have any health concerns, please consult a qualified healthcare professional. I built this as it provided a gentle distraction when recovering from a stroke and maybe it can be useful for you tol

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pulse Calm at none against Vayu's 3. Vayu's advantage is device support and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 26.2). 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. Vayu sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Pulse Calm asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Vayu versus Pulse Calm: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVayuPulse Calm
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (17 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings17 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsYes—
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better—
Requires iOS16.6 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size196 MB1 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperPrana Labs Inc.MATTHEW NIGEL GILLET

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Vayu

Subscriptions2
  • Vayu Pro Plan$8.991 Month
  • Vayu Pro Plan7 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Vayu by Prana Lifetime$149.99
None

Pulse Calm

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Vayu free?
Vayu is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pulse Calm free?
Pulse Calm is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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