Tap vs Lung
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Tap
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Breathing well is fundamental, yet many people are never taught how. Inhaler technique adds another layer of complexity, where timing and coordination matter. Tap: Haptic Inhaler is a calm, guided breathing app designed primarily to support correct inhaler technique, while also offering structured guidance for general breathing practice using gentle haptics and clear timing cues. Whether you are learning to use an inhaler or simply want to practise calmer, more intentional breathing, Tap provides a clear and distraction free experience.
Lung
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LUNG: Your pocket breathing app for instant calm. Stressed? Anxious? Canβt sleep? LUNG helps you breathe like a pro in seconds. Unlock breathing hacks loved by doctors and backed by science: β’ Box Breathing (1-1-1-1) β inhale, hold, exhale, hold β all the same length. The classic for instant clarity and nerves of steel. Perfect when you're feeling like a jittery squirrel on caffeine. β’ Calm (4-2-4) β 4 seconds in, 2 hold, 4 out. Gentle calm-down mode when you need to chill fast without breaking a sweat. β’ Relax (4-7-8) β 4 in, 7 hold, 8 out. Dr. Weil's famous sleep hack. Works so well, folks often nod off before they even hit the 7-second count. β’ Simple (1-1) β even in and out breaths. The no-brainer for on-the-go or when your mind's doing loop-de-loops. β’ Unwind / Deep Calm (1-2) β inhale for 1 part, exhale for 2. The quickest way to kick your chill mode into gear. Double exhale = double the relaxation vibes. Great for just "blowing away" that stress. β’ Meditation β a no-fuss timer for zen sessions from 1 to 60 minutes, ending with a gentle "time's up!" nudge. Say goodbye to those sneaky "just five more minutes" traps. Quickly lower stress, slow your heart rate and clear your mind. Features β’ Beautiful glowing visual guide β’ Haptic feedback β breathe with eyes closed β’ Focus Mode - pure animation, no disturbance β’ High-quality relaxing sounds β’ 100% private β no ads, no tracking, no account Perfect for panic attacks, falling asleep faster, focus & daily stress relief. Breathe deeper. Stress less. Exhale the chaos!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Lung at every 3 days against Tap's every 2 months. 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.
Tap ships an update every 2 months, Lung every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Tap | Lung |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch β better | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Douglas Kilby | Robert Lenart |
In-app purchases
Tap
No in-app purchases
Lung
No in-app purchases









