PacedBreath Get the app

A private breathing companion for iPhone

A quieter way to reset.

Guided rhythms for the small moments between focus, rest, and sleep. Open the app, follow the light, and return when you feel ready.

Download on the App Store Find your reset
  • No account
  • No ads or trackers
  • Apple Health optional
  • Free tier, not a trial
PacedBreath Focus Steady setup screen with a warm glowing breathing orb.
Ready when you are.

Try a live rhythm

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Find your reset

What do you need right now?

Calm Reset

Take a quiet reset

A simple longer-exhale rhythm with no breath holds.

Open in App Store Focus Steady

Set a work rhythm

An even pace before returning to focused work.

Open in App Store Sleep Wind Down

Shift into evening

Longer exhales for a lower-stimulation evening.

Open in App Store Box Breathing

Practice box breathing

A clear 4-part rhythm for a steady pace.

Open in App Store

How it works

Choose a rhythm. Follow the light. Return clearer.

  1. No. 01

    Choose

    Pick a guided rhythm for focus, calm, energy, or wind-down — or shape your own custom pattern.

  2. No. 02

    Follow

    The glowing orb sets the inhale, hold, and exhale, with optional voice, haptics, and ambient tone.

  3. No. 03

    Return

    Finish with a moment to notice what changed. Eligible sessions can log mindful minutes to Apple Health.

Inside the app

Three quiet moments, no extra noise.

PacedBreath keeps the practice sensory and direct: choose the session, set the length, and breathe with the visual pace.

PacedBreath home screen with Focus Steady, Calm Reset, and Coherent Breathing sessions.
Pick a session
PacedBreath pre-session screen with duration choices and Begin button.
Set the pace
PacedBreath active breathing session with a glowing orb and inhale cue.
Follow the glow

The library

A rhythm for every kind of moment.

Each protocol explains its rhythm, intended moment, safety limits, and source context. Advanced holds and activating patterns are kept separate from the gentle starting library.

  • Focus Steady 4 in · 4 out

    An even, no-hold rhythm before returning to focused work.

  • Calm Reset Gentle reset

    A short downshift for the moments between moments.

  • Box Breathing 4 · 4 · 4 · 4

    The classic square rhythm for a clear, steady pace.

  • Sleep Wind Down 4 in · 8 out

    A drawn-out exhale for a lower-stimulation evening.

  • Coherent Breathing Slow + even

    A smooth, balanced pace many people settle into daily.

Plus Physiological Sigh, 4-7-8 Breathing, Gentle Humming, and more — with custom patterns when you want your own timing.

Sources & safety

Clear limits. Direct references. No medical promises.

PacedBreath is a general-wellness breathing pacer. It does not diagnose or treat conditions. The app starts gently, keeps advanced practices opt-in, and shows the source behind each health-related safety choice.

Review sources & safety Last reviewed July 19, 2026
  1. 01

    Gentle by default

    No-hold sessions are ready first. Breath holds and activating fast breathing require an explicit choice.

  2. 02

    Scope stated plainly

    Every citation says what it supports and what it does not establish, including narrow study populations.

  3. 03

    Always within reach

    Find citations on first run, in Settings, and beside the relevant protocol before a session begins.

Simple pricing

Free to breathe. Premium when you want more.

The free tier is durable — not a trial. Premium unlocks the full library when you are ready for it.

Free

Forever

$0

  • Calm Reset, Sleep Wind Down, Focus Steady, and safety-gated Box Breathing
  • The Soft voice guide
  • Visual pacer, haptics, and ambient tones
  • Session history and optional Apple Health writes

Premium

7-day free trial

$49.99 / year

about $4.17 per month — or $6.99/month, or $79.99 once for lifetime access.

  • The full protocol library
  • Every voice guide
  • Custom breath patterns
  • Everything in Free, always included

Prices shown in USD; your App Store displays the local price. The annual plan starts with a 7-day free trial and renews yearly; subscriptions renew automatically until canceled in your App Store settings. The lifetime option is a one-time purchase that never renews. All purchases are billed through your Apple Account and can be restored on your devices. See the Terms of Use for full details.

Download on the App Store

Start with the free rhythms. Premium is optional when you want the full library and custom patterns.

Calm by design

A wellness tool, not another feed.

PacedBreath is built to support simple breath practice — and to leave you alone otherwise. It is general-wellness software, not medical advice. Read the safety approach and sources.

No account, ever
There is no sign-in, no profile, and nothing to set up. Open the app and breathe.
Your data stays on your iPhone
Sessions, preferences, and safety settings are stored on device. No analytics backend, no ads, no trackers.
Apple Health, only if you ask
Mindful minutes are written to Apple Health only when you grant permission — and the app never reads your Health data.

Learn

The science, kept plain.

Short, practical guides with direct references, cautious language, and the limits of the evidence stated plainly.

Benefits / 5 min read

Breathwork Benefits: What the Research Suggests

A practical look at what guided-breathing research suggests — and what it does not prove.

Read guide Technique / 4 min read

Box Breathing: A Simple 4-4-4-4 Reset

Learn how box breathing works, when to use it, and how to make the four-part rhythm feel comfortable in real life.

Read guide

Browse all breathwork guides →

FAQ

Clear answers before you download.

Is PacedBreath free?

Yes. PacedBreath is free to download and the free tier is durable, not a trial. Premium unlocks the full protocol library, every voice guide, and custom breath patterns.

Do I need an account?

No. There is no sign-in, no profile, and nothing to set up. Open the app, choose a rhythm, and breathe.

Does PacedBreath track me?

PacedBreath has no analytics backend, no ads, and no trackers. Sessions, preferences, and safety settings stay on your iPhone.

Can it write mindful minutes to Apple Health?

Yes, but only if you grant permission. PacedBreath can write eligible completed sessions as mindful minutes and never reads your Health data.

Is PacedBreath medical advice?

No. PacedBreath is general-wellness software, not a medical device. Breathwork may help you feel steadier, but it is not medical advice.

How do I get and restore Premium?

Premium is available as an annual plan with a 7-day free trial, a monthly plan, or a one-time lifetime purchase — all billed through your Apple Account. Use Restore Purchases in the app on another device, and manage or cancel subscriptions in your App Store settings.

Start with one quiet reset.

Keep a warm visual breathing guide on your iPhone for the moments you want to reset, focus, or wind down.

Download on the App Store

Free to download · Premium optional · Designed for everyday wellness, not medical use.