Comparison

Breathify vs panic.btn

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

Head to head
About

Breathify

Features
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Breathify brings powerful breathing techniques to your fingertips with a beautifully minimal interface designed to help you find calm in seconds. BREATHWORK MADE SIMPLE No complicated instructions. No distracting extras. Just tap Start and follow the visual guide. Breathify's elegant animations guide you through each breath cycle effortlessly. TECHNIQUES THAT WORK 4-7-8 Breathing The "relaxing breath" technique developed by Dr. Andrew Weil. Inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7, exhale for 8. Clinically shown to: • Reduce anxiety and stress • Help you fall asleep faster • Manage cravings and emotional responses Box Breathing The technique used by Navy SEALs to stay calm under pressure. Four equal phases of 4 seconds each. Proven to: • Heighten focus and concentration • Calm the nervous system • Improve stress resilience WHY BREATHIFY? ◆ Minimalist Design — A distraction-free dark interface that lets you focus entirely on your breath ◆ Visual Guidance — Follow the gentle animations without counting or thinking ◆ Haptic Feedback — Optional subtle vibrations keep you in rhythm ◆ Sound Cues — Soft audio ticks mark each second (optional) ◆ No Account Required — Open the app and start breathing immediately THE SCIENCE OF BREATHING Controlled breathing activates your parasympathetic nervous system, lowering heart rate and blood pressure. Just a few minutes of breathwork can shift your body from "fight or flight" to "rest and digest." Whether you're preparing for a big presentation, winding down before bed, or finding a moment of peace in a hectic day, Breathify is your pocket companion for instant calm. Download now. Take a breath. Feel better. This app is subject to these terms of use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

panic.btn

Provides immediate physiological intervention for panic attacks and overwhelming anxiety. Features a one-tap rescue button with guided grounding sequences, clinical breathing exercises, and haptic feedback for discreet use. Content is verified by a Licensed Professional Counselor.

Highlights
  • One-tap rescue button
  • Guided grounding sequences
  • Clinical breathing tools (4-7-8, Box Breathing)
  • Vagus nerve resets
  • Haptic feedback for discreet use
  • CBT and physiological science-based content
Features
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STOP THE SPIRAL IN SECONDS. When a panic attack hits, you don't have time to navigate complex menus or watch a 10-minute meditation. You need a rescue tool that works now. panic.btn is a "digital first aid kit" built by Eric (Franz) Richers, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and addiction specialist. It is specifically designed to provide immediate physiological intervention when your nervous system is overwhelmed. WHY PANIC.BTN? Unlike "zen" lifestyle apps, panic.btn focuses on the science of the "Physiological Sigh" and grounding techniques used in clinical therapy to lower your heart rate and cortisol levels instantly. KEY FEATURES: The Rescue Button: One tap launches a guided grounding sequence. Clinical Breathing Tools: 4-7-8, Box Breathing, and Vagus Nerve resets. Haptic Feedback: Feel the rhythm of the breath—perfect for public situations where you can't use audio. LPC-Verified Content: Every exercise is rooted in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and physiological science. Privacy First: No data leaves your device. No sign-ups. No subscriptions. FROM THE FOUNDER: "I built this app for my clients to use between sessions. In a moment of crisis, you don't need a coach—you need a tool. panic.btn is that tool." — Eric Richers, LPC, MA, CADC III. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Breathify4 screens
panic.btn4 screens

Verdict

The call

Breathify and panic.btn are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Breathify sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and panic.btn sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Breathify versus panic.btn: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBreathifypanic.btn
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB61 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperJeffery MorhousFranz Richers

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Breathify

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Breathify Pro$7.991 Month
  • Annual Breathify Pro$49.991 Year
3 purchases

panic.btn

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro Access$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium Access$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • panic.btn Pro Lifetime Access$9.99

Questions

Is Breathify free?
Breathify is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is panic.btn free?
panic.btn is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Breathify or panic.btn have ads?
Neither Breathify nor panic.btn shows ads.

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