CalmPulseD vs MACR
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
CalmPulseD
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Feeling stressed? Overwhelmed by the demands of daily life? Find your anchor in the storm with CalmPulse, your personal guide to a calmer, more mindful you. Find relief in minutes with guided breathing exercises designed to lower anxiety, monitor your heart rate, and help you understand your emotional patterns. All features are always free. β Find Calm in Your Breath β At the heart of CalmPulse is a simple yet powerful tool: your breath. Our beautifully designed, full-screen animated guide makes it easy to follow along with proven breathing techniques. Feel a gentle buzz from your phone (haptic feedback) to signal each phase, allowing you to close your eyes and fully immerse yourself in the moment. Choose the pattern that's right for you: β’ Box Breathing (Basic): A simple 4-4-4-4 pattern perfect for finding balance, increasing focus, and calming your nervous system anytime, anywhere. β’ 4-7-8 Relaxing Breath (PRO): A renowned technique designed to deeply relax the body and mind. Ideal for unwinding after a long day or preparing for a restful night's sleep. β’ Physiological Sigh (PRO): A science-backed, double-inhale technique that provides the fastest way to offload stress and reset your state of mind in seconds. β Connect Your Body and Mind with Apple Health β CalmPulse integrates seamlessly with the Apple Health app to provide a complete picture of your wellness. By granting permission, you can: β’ Monitor Your Heart Rate: See the real-time impact of your breathwork as your heart rate lowers during a session. β’ Get Proactive Alerts: Enable our optional background monitoring feature to get a gentle notification if your heart rate is detected as high, suggesting it might be a good time for a quick breathing session. β’ Track Your Progress: All your session data contributes to a richer understanding of your health journey. β Understand Your Journey with a Private Diary β True progress comes from understanding. After each session, CalmPulse invites you to a private check-in: β’ Log Your Mood: How are you feeling now? Choose from a simple set of expressive faces. β’ Identify Your Triggers: What was on your mind? Tag common stressors like "Work," "Family," or "Finances." β’ See Your Insights: Our simple, easy-to-read charts show you your mood trends over time and highlight your most common triggers. Connect the dots and empower yourself with knowledge. β Your Privacy is Our Priority β In a world where data is a commodity, we believe your wellness journey is sacred and private. Period. All of your session logs, moods, and trigger information are stored securely only on your own device. We never see, collect, or share your personal data. Your peace of mind is our most important feature. β Free for Everyone, Supported by Community β We believe that mental wellness tools should be accessible to everyone, without financial barriers. Thatβs why every feature in CalmPulse, including all PRO breathing exercises, is completely free. If you find the app helpful, you will have the option to make a small donation to support our mission and help us keep it free for everyone, forever. Key Features at a Glance: β’ Simple, beautiful, full-screen breathing guide β’ Haptic feedback for eyes-closed sessions β’ Multiple breathing patterns for different needs (Basic & PRO) β’ Real-time heart rate monitoring via Apple Health β’ Private mood and trigger diary β’ Insightful charts to track your progress β’ Optional high heart rate notifications β’ 100% free features β’ Absolute commitment to user privacy Ready to reclaim your calm? Download CalmPulse today and take your first step towards a more centered, peaceful you.
MACR
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Tired of tedious food logging that kills your motivation before dinner? Macr uses AI to analyze any meal in seconds β just point your camera and get a full calorie and macronutrient breakdown instantly. No more barcode scanning dead ends. No more guessing portions. Just fast, accurate nutrition data so you can stay on track with your goals. WHAT MACR DOES FOR YOU: β’ Instant Meal Recognition β Point your camera at any plate, bowl, or snack and get calories, protein, carbs, and fat in under 3 seconds. Works on home-cooked meals, restaurant dishes, and everything in between. β’ Full Macro Dashboard β See your daily protein, carbohydrate, and fat targets at a glance. Watch your progress update in real time as you log each meal. β’ Warm, Motivating Design β Macr's distinctive visual style makes healthy eating feel inviting, not clinical. You'll actually want to open the app. β’ Smart Daily Summaries β Review your nutrition day-by-day, spot patterns, and understand how your meals add up toward your goals. β’ Customizable Targets β Set your own calorie and macro goals whether you're cutting, bulking, maintaining, or following a specific diet plan. β’ No Manual Entry Headaches β Skip the search bar and the barcode scanner. AI does the heavy lifting so logging takes seconds, not minutes. Whether you're chasing a fitness goal, managing your weight, or simply becoming more aware of what you eat, Macr gives you the insight you need without the friction that makes most apps feel like homework. Download Macr and make every meal count.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: MACR at 16.0 against CalmPulseD's 18.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | CalmPulseD | MACR |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad β better |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 16.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 53 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NEYBOAPP LLC | Apex AI Labs |
In-app purchases
CalmPulseD
No in-app purchases
MACR
No in-app purchases









