Breathify vs panic.btn
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Breathify
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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/
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.
- 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
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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/
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Verdict
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
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.
| Parameter | Breathify | panic.btn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 61 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Jeffery Morhous | Franz Richers |
In-app purchases
Breathify
- Monthly Breathify Pro$7.991 Month
- Annual Breathify Pro$49.991 Year
panic.btn
- Monthly Pro Access$0.991 Month
- Yearly Premium Access$4.991 Year
- panic.btn Pro Lifetime Access$9.99









