Comparison

Calm SOS vs SafSteps

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

Head to head
About

Calm SOS

Features
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When Panic Hits, Tap This. Calm SOS is your emergency tool for panic attacks, anxiety spirals, anxiety relief, anger episodes, and emotional overwhelm. One tap gives you instant relief - no account, no setup, no waiting. Add the widget or Watch app for panic attack relief in a single tap, anytime. --- FOR PANIC ATTACKS, ANXIETY & MORE Most anxiety apps want you to meditate daily. This one works the moment you need it - for panic, anger, sadness, frustration, PTSD flashbacks, ADHD and nighttime anxiety. - Emergency panic button with calming audio & haptic feedback - Grounding techniques (5-4-3-2-1 sensory method, body scan) - Clinically-backed breathing exercises: box breathing, physiological sigh, 4-7-8, Wim Hof - Progressive muscle relaxation for physical anxiety symptoms - Somatic exercises for nervous system regulation - Distraction games to interrupt spiraling thoughts and break the anxiety loop --- NO BARRIERS TO RELIEF Open the app. Tap "Calm Me Now." Get relief in under 60 seconds. No long courses. No overwhelming options when you're already overwhelmed. --- FOREVER FREE CORE FEATURES - Emergency panic button & calming audio - Grounding & somatic exercises - Breathing techniques and breathwork (box breathing, physiological sigh & more) - Progressive muscle relaxation - Distraction games - Crisis hotlines for US, UK, Canada, Australia & most countries --- BUILT FOR THE HARD MOMENTS Whether it's a panic attack at work, 2am anxiety, nighttime PTSD, anger you can't shake, or insomnia that won't quit - Calm SOS meets you there. Track your triggers, build a personalized panic plan, and use the Night Protocol designed specifically for PTSD, trauma, insomnia and nighttime panic. Your nervous system doesn't need another meditation streak. It needs tools that work right now. --- PREMIUM: YOUR PERSONAL CALM COACH - AI-powered panic plan with pattern insights - Advanced breathing programs (Resonance, 4-7-8, Wim Hof) - Sleep routine for anxiety & insomnia - Daily check-in coach with mood tracking - Secure biometric journal with pattern analysis - Custom breathing program creator --- This app doesn't replace therapy - it bridges the gap between panic and peace. Use it in the parking lot before a meeting. At 2am when anxiety wakes you up. Anywhere you need to calm down fast. Download Calm SOS - the panic button in your pocket. FREE to use. Built for crisis. Works immediately. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

SafSteps

This app supports individuals managing anxiety, panic attacks, and agoraphobia by tracking exposure sessions and building confidence. It offers guided tools, progress tracking, calming resources, and community encouragement to help users take small steps toward recovery.

Highlights
  • Guided exposure tracking
  • Progress history and milestones
  • Panic support and calming tools
  • Journaling for reflection
  • Community encouragement
  • Motivation tools
  • Calming design
Features
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SafSteps is a recovery-focused companion for people struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, avoidance, and agoraphobia. Whether leaving the house feels overwhelming, driving feels impossible, or everyday tasks have started shrinking your world, SafSteps is designed to help you take small steps forward — one exposure at a time. Track exposure sessions, celebrate progress, build confidence through repetition, and stay motivated with supportive recovery tools and community encouragement. SafSteps includes: • Guided exposure tracking • Progress history and recovery milestones • Panic support and calming tools • Journaling features for reflection and growth • Encouragement Wall community support • Motivation tools designed for real-world recovery • Simple, calming design built to reduce overwhelm Recovery rarely happens all at once. It happens through small wins repeated consistently over time. SafSteps was built to help make those steps feel possible again. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Privacy Policy: https://safsteps.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://safsteps.com/terms.html

Screenshots

Calm SOS4 screens
SafSteps4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SafSteps at every 2 weeks against Calm SOS's every 3 months. SafSteps also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Calm SOS sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and SafSteps sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Calm SOS ships an update every 3 months, SafSteps every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Calm SOS versus SafSteps: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCalm SOSSafSteps
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.0 (6 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—6 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB129 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTHIERRY VICTOR E DE BELDERJohn Ratliff

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Calm SOS

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
2 purchases

SafSteps

Subscriptions2
  • SafSteps7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • SafSteps Annual7 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Calm SOS free?
Calm SOS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SafSteps free?
SafSteps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Calm SOS or SafSteps have ads?
Neither Calm SOS nor SafSteps shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Calm SOS or SafSteps?
Calm SOS ships an update every 3 months, and SafSteps every 2 weeks. Most recently, Calm SOS was updated on October 30, 2026 and SafSteps on October 24, 2026.

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