Tap vs HALT! EMDR
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.
HALT! EMDR
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HALT! gives you a calm, simple way to practise bilateral stimulation on your own. A dot moves slowly from one side of the screen to the other. Follow it with your eyes while keeping your head still. This steady leftβright rhythm is known as bilateral stimulation, and many people use it to settle, refocus and take a mindful pause. HOW IT WORKS β’ Start a set and follow the dot. β’ Each set stops by itself. Take a breath and notice how you feel. β’ Start the next set when you're ready. MAKE IT YOURS β’ Five speeds, from very slow to very fast β’ 10 to 60 passes per set β’ Calm themes, including Night for dark rooms and a high-contrast option β’ Three dot sizes ON EVERY SCREEN HALT! runs on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account, no tracking, no ads. HALT! collects no data, and your settings stay on your device. PLEASE NOTE HALT! is a wellness tool and not a medical device. It supports, but does not replace, professional care. Stop if you feel overwhelmed. If you're in crisis, contact your local emergency services.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Tap at 17.6 against HALT! EMDR's 26.0. 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 | Tap | HALT! EMDR |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV β better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 β better | 26.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Douglas Kilby | Johannes Plunien |
In-app purchases
Tap
No in-app purchases
HALT! EMDR
No in-app purchases









