Comparison

Buteyko Pro vs Breathrive

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

Head to head
About

Buteyko Pro

Learn and practice the Buteyko breathing method with guided exercises and progress tracking. This app offers a progressive training system with audio instructions, tips, and timers to improve your breathing and overall health. It integrates with courses and webinars for personalized instruction.

Highlights
  • Progressive Buteyko training system
  • 51 levels with audio instructions
  • Personal breathing charts
  • Breathing exercise history
  • Health indicator tracking
  • Share progress with instructors
Features
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*** Progressive Buteyko Breathing training system *** 52 levels with audio instructions, tips and timers *** Optimized for our webinars and courses The Buteyko Pro app includes both the basic exercises and a progressive training system to learn a great variety of advanced exercises and techniques, with the option to sign up for instruction by certified instructors to customize the program and exercises to the individual. The levels cover seated exercises, walking, steps, very little breathing, mini-pauses, and recovery and rescue techniques. Buteyko Breathing is a popular breathing exercise program which has been officially recognized in Western countries since the 1990s. The method is named after Konstantin Buteyko, the physician who developed it in the 1950s. The Buteyko Breathing exercises aim to soften your breathing and reduce your breathing volume, gradually making the blood release more oxygen to cells and boosting your general health and fitness over time. Disclaimer: there is no guarantee of specific results and results will vary. The app is optimized for use with the courses, workshops and webinars available at ButeykoBreathing.com. Your instructor will customize the program for you and recommend specific levels and techniques to achieve best possible results. The app contains many additional settings to customize each level. With the Buteyko Pro app: * View your personal breathing charts * View and edit your breathing exercise history * Share your exercise scores and notes with your Buteyko instructor The intro level can be done immediately, without a user account. Sign up for a free account to unlock more levels. Your Buteyko Instructor may make an account for you, or you can make an account from within the app. An activated user account is required to use all features of the app. Participants to the complete workshop, course or webinar receive a fully upgraded user account which opens up all features and levels of the app. More info at ButeykoBreathing.com. The app allows you to save a few essential health indicators (heart rate, SpO2, HRV, body weight) together with your Buteyko exercise results. This allows you to discover how these health indicators go up and down alongside your breathing scores during the Buteyko Breathing program. Download Buteyko Pro and start with the intro level today. No account needed.

About

Breathrive

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Introducing "Breathrive: Deep Breathing" Experience the power of mindful breathing with Breathrive, the app designed to help you achieve optimal well-being. Explore a variety of breathing patterns and unlock a range of benefits that go beyond relaxation. Here's various features Breathrive contains that can enhance your life: IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH • Accelerate falling asleep: Say goodbye to restless nights! Breathrive offers guided breathing exercises that can help you drift into a deep, rejuvenating sleep. Experience a more restful slumber and wake up refreshed and energized. • Reduce stress, anxiety symptoms and panic attacks: Discover a sanctuary of calm within Breathrive. Our app provides targeted breathing techniques proven to reduce stress and anxiety. Take a few minutes each day to connect with your breath and find inner peace amidst life's challenges. EXERCISE LIKE IT’S A GAME • Experience Ladder: Embrace the gamified aspect of Breathrive as you climb the Experience Ladder, by gaining Experience Points (XP), advancing your skills and knowledge in mindful breathing. • Medallions and Rewards: Accomplish various milestones and unlock Medallions (Trophies) and rewards for your achievements in breathing exercises. Stay motivated as you collect them and track your progress on the Experience Ladder. BREATHING PROGRAMS • Box Breathing Technique: Discover the profound benefits of box breathing, a powerful practice known to reduce stress, increase focus, and promote emotional well-being. • 4-7-8 Method: Immerse yourself in the gentle rhythm of the 4-7-8 breathing technique, and fall asleep faster. These precious minutes of additional sleep will translate into renewed energy to face your days. Regulate your breath to enhance relaxation, relieve anxiety, and improve sleep quality. • Cardiac Coherence Breathing Technique: Achieve harmony and balance with the Cardiac Coherence breathing technique, a powerful practice that promotes relaxation and emotional well-being. • Custom Breathing Patterns: Tailor your breathing sessions to suit your unique needs. Create custom breathing patterns by adjusting the duration of inhalation, retention, and exhalation. Experience a personalized journey towards inner calm and rejuvenation. OTHER KEY FEATURES • Dark Mode and Light Mode: Indulge in a visually comfortable experience. Breathrive seamlessly adapts to your preferences, offering both dark mode and light mode options. Immerse yourself in a soothing environment that complements your state of mind. • Captivating Themes: Immerse your senses in tranquility. Choose from an array of 12 stunning themes that harmonize with your mood and create a serene atmosphere. Let the visual aesthetics complement your breathing exercises for a truly immersive experience. • Apple HealthKit Integration: Seamlessly sync your breathing sessions and vital statistics with Apple HealthKit. Gain valuable insights into your well-being journey. HEALTH FEATURES YOU CAN TRACK Fully integrated with Apple HealthKit, Breathrive helps you track : • Respiratory Rate • Mindfulness minutes • Breathe counter • And more! Discover a newfound sense of peace and balance as you explore the transformative power of mindful breathing. Breathe. Relax. Thrive. Download Breathrive today and embark on a serene journey of self-discovery and well-being. — Terms of Use : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy Policy: https://davidpelletier.dev/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Buteyko Pro4 screens
Breathrive4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Buteyko Pro at none against Breathrive's 4. Buteyko Pro also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Breathrive's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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. Breathrive sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Buteyko Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Buteyko Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, Breathrive every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Buteyko Pro versus Breathrive: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterButeyko ProBreathrive
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (45 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings45 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB474 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperEduard ReuversDavid Pelletier

In-app purchases

None

Buteyko Pro

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Breathrive

Subscriptions4
  • Breathrive Monthly Plan$1.991 Month
  • Breathrive Yearly Plan Promo$3.991 Year
  • Breathrive Yearly Plan$6.991 Year
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  • Breathrive Yearly Plan7 Days trial$6.991 Year

Questions

Is Buteyko Pro free?
Buteyko Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Breathrive free?
Breathrive is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Buteyko Pro or Breathrive have ads?
Neither Buteyko Pro nor Breathrive shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Buteyko Pro or Breathrive?
Buteyko Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, and Breathrive every 5 days. Most recently, Buteyko Pro was updated on October 21, 2026 and Breathrive on October 19, 2026.

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