PULSE 46 vs Ancore
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PULSE 46
This app guides users through calming breathing exercises to manage anxiety and panic attacks. It utilizes haptic feedback simulating a 60 BPM heartbeat and offers a 4-second inhale, 6-second exhale pattern. Features include ambient sounds, session tracking, and Apple Watch integration for discreet relief.
- 60 BPM heartbeat haptics
- 4-6 breathing pattern
- Ambient and ocean sounds
- Apple Watch support
- Session history tracking
- Personal diary for notes
- SOS contact access
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Pulse 46 - Breathe through panic, one pulse at a time. When panic strikes, Pulse 46 is ready. Feel a calming 60 BPM heartbeat through haptics while breathing in sync: 4 seconds in, 6 seconds out. Simple. Effective. Immediate. NOW WITH APPLE WATCH • Smart Start - Automatically detects elevated heart rate and starts a calming session • Haptic-only breathing sessions right on your wrist • Track your sessions and see how breathing affects your BPM • Export session data for your healthcare provider FEATURES • 60 BPM Heartbeat Haptics - Feel the calm • 4-6 Breathing Pattern - Evidence-based ratio • Ambient Sounds - Pink noise, brown noise, 432 Hz drone • Ocean Sounds - Gentle waves, ocean breeze • Apple Watch Support - Discreet relief on your wrist • Session History - Track patterns over time • Personal Diary - Note triggers and feelings • SOS Contacts - Quick access when you need support WHY 46? Inhale 4, Exhale 6. This breathing pattern helps activate your parasympathetic nervous system - your body's natural calming response. PRIVACY FIRST All your data stays on your device. We don't track you. We don't sell your data. Pulse 46 is a wellness tool, not a medical device. Always consult healthcare professionals for medical advice. Terms: https://pulse46.app/terms Privacy: https://pulse46.app/privacy
Ancore
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Transform your mood through the power of high-fidelity haptics. Ancore is a pocket-sized sensory anchor designed to help you shift your mental state instantly. Using the advanced Taptic Engine in your iPhone, Ancore delivers 18 unique, scientifically-inspired vibration landscapes that talk directly to your nervous system. Whether you are battling a mid-day slump, feeling overwhelmed by stress, or need a tactile cue to stay focused, Ancore provides a physical connection to the present moment. WHY ANCORE? - 18 Unique Haptic Patterns: From deep, grounding pulses like "Earthquake" to light, airy flows like "Morning Mist". - State-Based Navigation: Choose how you feel and how you want to feel—Ancore suggests the perfect pattern. - Pure Simplicity: No accounts, no login, no clutter. Just open and feel. - Privacy First: Your data never leaves your device. No tracking, no analytics. - One-Time Purchase: No monthly fees or hidden subscriptions. Unlock everything forever with a single lifetime purchase. HOW TO USE: - Select your current mood. - Choose your target state. . Hold your iPhone in your palm or place it against your wrist. - Let the vibrations ground you. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Ancore requires an iPhone with a Taptic Engine (iPhone 7 and newer). Haptic feedback intensity may vary depending on your device model and system settings. Ancore is a wellness tool and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical condition. TERMS & PRIVACY: By using this app, you agree to the Standard Apple End User License Agreement (EULA). EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: PULSE 46 at 3 against Ancore's 1. Ancore's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.2). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. PULSE 46 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Ancore sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | PULSE 46 | Ancore |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | — | Daily |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 26.2 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Christopher Enos | Jonas Blaha |
In-app purchases
PULSE 46
- Pulse 46 Plus Monthly$4.991 Month
- Pulse 46 Plus Yearly$29.991 Year
Ancore
- Ancore Pro Lifetime$9.99









