Comparison

Loop vs Rest Pulse

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

Head to head
About

Loop

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You don’t need better motivation. You need fewer inputs. Loop is a 4-day reset to regain focus, reduce overstimulation, and train self-control through structure and not just willpower. Each day takes about 10 minutes. The commitment is short. The rules are clear. You pick one reset and follow a simple daily protocol. No habit tracking. No streaks. No endless optimization. Loop is private, quiet, and intentionally limited. There’s no feed. No social pressure. No performance layer. Instead of trying to improve everything at once, you finish one contained cycle. By day four, most users describe the same shift: their mind feels calmer, their focus lasts longer, and decisions stop feeling exhausting. Loop isn’t a lifestyle app. It’s something you complete, step away from, and return to when life gets noisy again. Do one cycle. Finish it. Repeat when needed. Notice what changes. Terms of Use: https://loopresets.com/pages/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://loopresets.com/pages/privacy-policy

About

Rest Pulse

Features
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Rest Pulse - Heartbeat Simulator is a minimalist relaxation app for iPhone and Apple Watch. We recommend playing your favorite ASMR audio or music in the background while using the app. Haptic feedback is available on supported devices such as iPhone and Apple Watch. iPad devices do not support haptic vibration. Feel a gentle, rhythmic heartbeat through precise haptic feedback, paired with a calming breathing animation. Adjust the heart rate (BPM), vibration intensity, and session duration to help yourself relax, focus, or fall asleep. Features: β€’ Adjustable heart rate (BPM) with presets β€’ Fine-tuned haptic intensity control β€’ Auto-off timer with countdown β€’ Elegant breathing animation with customizable color β€’ Apple Watch support for immersive haptics β€’ No account required This app is designed for relaxation and mindfulness. It is not a medical device.

Screenshots

Loop4 screens
Rest Pulse3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Rest Pulse at none against Loop's 2. Rest Pulse also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks). Loop's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.2). On price, ads 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Loop sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Rest Pulse asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Loop ships an update every 2 weeks, Rest Pulse weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Loop versus Rest Pulse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLoopRest Pulse
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch β€” better
Requires iOS17.0 β€” better26.2
Further details β€” not scored
Size19 MB5 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperSGES DEV, LLC轩 ζž—

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Loop

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Yearly$39.991 Year
None

Rest Pulse

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Loop free?
Loop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Rest Pulse free?
Rest Pulse is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Loop or Rest Pulse have ads?
Neither Loop nor Rest Pulse shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Loop or Rest Pulse?
Loop ships an update every 2 weeks, and Rest Pulse weekly. Most recently, Loop was updated on October 9, 2026 and Rest Pulse on October 4, 2026.

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