SYM BREATHING
A simple way to slow down, breathe evenly, and find a calmer rhythm.
Sym Breathing guides you through a balanced 5.5-second inhale and 5.5-second exhale using smooth visual, audio, and haptic cues. This slow, even rhythm is commonly known as coherent breathing or resonant breathing.
Choose a session length, tap the breathing sphere, and follow along. No complicated routines. No overwhelming controls. Just a simple breathing practice you can return to whenever you need a few quiet minutes.
GUIDED BREATHING, YOUR WAY
Follow the expanding and contracting breathing sphere, listen for gentle audio cues, feel subtle haptic feedback, or combine all three. Choose the guidance that works best for you and your surroundings.
A SIMPLE, BALANCED RHYTHM
Sym Breathing uses a 5.5-second inhale and 5.5-second exhale, approximately 5.5 breaths per minute. The app keeps the rhythm for you, so you can focus on breathing instead of counting seconds or watching a clock.
CHOOSE YOUR SESSION
Select a breath count for a defined practice or choose an open-ended session and breathe for as long as you like.
DAILY AFFIRMATIONS
Begin with a daily affirmation that offers a brief moment of positive reflection before your breathing practice.
NIGHT MODE
Switch to a warm red interface for a softer visual experience in low-light environments or before bed.
LISTEN TO YOUR OWN AUDIO
Keep listening to music, ambient sounds, podcasts, or other audio while you breathe. Adjust the breathing cue volume independently to create the experience you prefer.
COHERENT BREATHING
Slow, balanced breathing practices are commonly used for relaxation, mindfulness, stress management, and supporting autonomic regulation. Research has also explored resonant breathing in relation to heart rate variability, or HRV.
Sym Breathing makes this practice easy to follow by guiding each inhale and exhale for you.
PREMIUM
Unlock all premium features with a monthly or annual subscription.
The annual subscription includes a 7-day free trial. Unless canceled before the trial ends, the subscription automatically renews at the displayed annual price. Subscriptions can be managed or canceled through your App Store account settings.
HEALTH DISCLAIMER
Sym Breathing is intended for general wellness, relaxation, and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
If you experience discomfort or dizziness while practicing breathwork, stop the session. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before beginning a new wellness practice if you have questions or concerns about your health.
TERMS OF USE (EULA)
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Breathe slowly. Find your rhythm.
I used breathwork apps before and they were too distracting and busy. This one is simple and streamlined, and I actually enjoy using it. The audio overlaps the audio from other apps on my phone, so I can practice my breathwork while listening to my programs. I have seen a noticeable improvement in my overall ability to react to stressful events and thoughts as a result of this breakwork. Highly recommend!
Developer Response
Thank you very much for the kind words! We appreciate that you took the time to review our app with such a detailed explanation on how the simplicity of the UX/UI has already been beneficial in your practice. We hope you continue to see positive benefits from Sym Breathing.
Beautifully streamlined
Mjbarron25
This breathing app is elegantly streamlined and very easy to pick up and use without changing 15 different settings. I find myself using the app often because of accessibility and ease of use. I also utilize the app in my practice as a physical therapist while prescribing diaphragmatic breathing. The simple and effective cues the app uses has enabled patients to retrain their breathing quickly and effectively.
Developer Response
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with Sym Breathing! Our goal has always been to create a simple, intuitive interface that’s accessible for users of all levels. We’re thrilled to hear that the app has been effective in helping your patients at the clinic retrain their breathing patterns quickly and effectively. Your feedback truly inspires us—thank you for being a part of our journey!
Simple yet effective
Labrat78900
I have loved using this app! Instead of getting distracted by counting, the app helps me stay fully in the moment which allows me to feel more benefits of the practice. I also really enjoy how soothing the sounds are for both the inhale and exhale. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for an app to integrate mindfulness into their day!
Developer Response
We absolutely love hearing how much you love using Sym Breathing! When you can let go of timing your breaths and simply flow with the guided animations and tones, it helps create a deeper, more cohesive connection between your mind and breath. The tones, inspired by singing bowls, were thoughtfully chosen to resonate with the heart and third eye chakras, enhancing the mindfulness experience. Thank you so much for your recommendation—we’re honored to support your journey toward greater calm and balance! 🌱💚
Emergency Relief
Lowpolyhorses
I’ve used this app several times when faced with a possible panic attack or while having strong anxiety. It’s been a game changer with how quickly I can get into the breathing exercise and then quickly calm down. If you have anxiety and need a tool to help relieve some of it then you should try this app.
Developer Response
Obviously, we truly wish you didn’t have to face anxiety or panic attacks in the first place, but we’re deeply grateful to hear that Sym Breathing has been a 'game changer' in helping you calm down quickly and alleviate those symptoms. Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
Welcome to Sym Breathing 2.0.
This major update introduces a complete redesign built for iOS 26, with a refreshed visual identity and a simpler, more polished experience throughout the app.
What’s new:
• A completely redesigned interface built for iOS 26
• A refreshed visual identity, including a new app icon
• New navigation that makes it easier to move between Breathe, Affirmations, and Settings
• An updated breathing sphere with refreshed colors and animations
• An enhanced Live Activity for following your breathing session from the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island
• New VoiceOver support for a more accessible experience
• Performance improvements for a smoother, more responsive experience
• Bug fixes and improvements throughout the app
The same simple 5.5-second breathing rhythm remains at the heart of Sym Breathing, now with an experience redesigned for iOS 26.
Version 2.0.0
The developer, Daniel Lubbers, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
Privacy practices may vary, for example, based on the features you use or your age. Learn More
Accessibility
The developer has not yet indicated which accessibility features this app supports. Learn More
Information
Seller
Daniel Lubbers
Size
36.8 MB
Category
Health & Fitness
Compatibility
Requires iOS 26.0 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 26.0 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 26.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
