Bapum: Calm, Focus & Sleep
Tactile Emotion Regulation
Only for iPhone
Free · In‑App Purchases
Organic #1 in the App Store Health & Fitness category and featured in "Apps We Love" by Apple. Let's find your calm together.
A heartbeat to hold onto.
The Bapum method supports the regulation of your nervous system and your emotions through a gentle physical heartbeat. The heartbeat is felt on the skin, so it needs no screen, no sound and no attention.
We help ease anxiety, a scattered mind and restless nights.
No screens. No noise. Just calm.
VALUES
The Bapum method is free. There are no ads, no registration and we do not collect personal data about you.
TESTIMONIALS
These are personal experiences, not measured results. Everyone responds differently.
"I generally struggle with a lot of anxiety, unfortunately, and when a situation comes up, the techniques I've learned are hard to recall. This weekend I used Bapum for the first time 'for real', and within a few minutes it calmed me down so much that I actually dozed off a little."
"I had a blood draw this morning, which I unfortunately handle badly... On the way to the clinic and while waiting, the phone buzzed in my hand almost the whole time in Bapum's rhythm, and I felt I really was calmer than on previous occasions."
"I really like Bapum! Its main psychological effect is that it supports you, it guides you toward taking care of yourself. It brings you into the present... This doesn't take you outward, it turns you inward."
MECHANISM
Our nervous system primarily responds to rhythms (Buzsáki and Draguhn, 2004). Bapum is built on the principle of tactile (touch-based) entrainment: the gentle physical pulse felt on your skin invites you to slow down. You can attune to this pulse and slow down with it.
EFFECT
Controlled studies indicate that a slow, heartbeat-like tactile stimulus can reduce the measured physiological stress response and the feeling of anxiety in acute stress (Azevedo and colleagues, 2017). For this purpose, touch is a less disruptive channel than sound or vision (Choi and Ishii, 2020).
These studies were conducted with other devices, not with Bapum. They support the principle behind the method, not Bapum's own effectiveness.
SITUATIONS
Anxiety – When your thoughts race and you need an immediate physical anchor to calm down. The heartbeat helps bring your attention back from the spinning internal movie to the present moment and your body.
Scattered mind – When you find it hard to focus on a single task or your thoughts have scattered. The monotonous, constant stimulus provides a low-stimulus but stable hold, one you can return to anytime during work or study.
Restless nights – When your mind is racing before sleep and you cannot find peace. The slow, steady pulsing provides an anchor for falling asleep and helps you settle.
PRACTICES
Hand – Hold it in your palm and focus on the physical pulse. This is the most direct way to quick relief.
Chest – While lying down, place it on your chest so you can feel the physical pulse as directly as possible. It can help slow your breathing and let you relax more deeply.
Pocket – Slip it into your pocket for calming on the go or among people. The physical pulse provides an invisible sense of security in everyday situations.
Mattress – Place it next to you on the bed, so the mattress carries the pulse to your body and helps you tune into sleep and rest.
SAFETY
Bapum is not a medical device but a well-being method.
Medical condition – Consult your doctor before use if you have a pacemaker, heart disease, epilepsy, or take psychiatric medicine.
Personal sensitivity – If the pulse at any point causes discomfort, dizziness or increased anxiety, stop using it immediately.
IMPORTANT
Bapum requires an iPhone with a Taptic Engine. Not compatible with iPad.
Works with Apple Health: completed sessions can be saved as Mindful Minutes.
BAPUM+
Bapum+ includes saved modes, a slowing direction and a timer. Bapum+ is available as an auto-renewable monthly or annual subscription, or as a one-time purchase.
Terms of Use (EULA) – https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Let's find your calm together.
more In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you and happy to share the latest updates:
Apple Health – On the main screen, tap the menu icon and open the settings menu to save your completed sessions to Apple Health as Mindful Minutes.
Bapum+ – The Bapum method stays free, always. A few extras are now part of Bapum+. One person builds this app. Bapum+ funds the research, the development and reaching more people.
Mode – On the main screen, tap the menu icon and open the mode menu to create up to three modes, for example for calming down, focusing and falling asleep. Swipe left and right on the main screen to switch between them, and whatever you set there is saved automatically.
Control – Bapum can now be added to the lock screen and control center, so you can start it with one tap in the moments that matter.
Method – On the main screen, tap the info icon to explore the redesigned method page: founder story, situations, practices, customization, user stories, science, and safety information, all in one place, so you can always look back and see how to get the most out of Bapum.
Direction – On the main screen, tap the arrow icon to choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock – On the main screen, tap the padlock icon to protect the screen from accidental touches, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
1.8.2 Oct 12
In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you and happy to share the latest updates:
Apple Health – On the main screen, tap the menu icon and open the settings menu to save your completed sessions to Apple Health as Mindful Minutes.
Bapum+ – The Bapum method stays free, always. A few extras are now part of Bapum+. One person builds this app. Bapum+ funds the research, the development and reaching more people.
Mode – On the main screen, tap the menu icon and open the mode menu to create up to three modes, for example for calming down, focusing and falling asleep. Swipe left and right on the main screen to switch between them, and whatever you set there is saved automatically.
Control – Bapum can now be added to the lock screen and control center, so you can start it with one tap in the moments that matter.
Method – On the main screen, tap the info icon to explore the redesigned method page: founder story, situations, practices, customization, user stories, science, and safety information, all in one place, so you can always look back and see how to get the most out of Bapum.
Direction – On the main screen, tap the arrow icon to choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock – On the main screen, tap the padlock icon to protect the screen from accidental touches, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
1.8.1 Oct 10
In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you and happy to share the latest updates:
Apple Health – On the main screen, tap the menu icon and open the settings menu to save your completed sessions to Apple Health as Mindful Minutes.
Bapum+ – The Bapum method stays free, always. A few extras are now part of Bapum+. One person builds this app. Bapum+ funds the research, the development and reaching more people.
Mode – On the main screen, tap the menu icon and open the mode menu to create up to three modes, for example for calming down, focusing and falling asleep. Swipe left and right on the main screen to switch between them, and whatever you set there is saved automatically.
Control – Bapum can now be added to the lock screen and control center, so you can start it with one tap in the moments that matter.
Method – On the main screen, tap the info icon to explore the redesigned method page: founder story, situations, practices, customization, user stories, science, and safety information, all in one place, so you can always look back and see how to get the most out of Bapum.
Direction – On the main screen, tap the arrow icon to choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock – On the main screen, tap the padlock icon to protect the screen from accidental touches, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
1.8 Oct 6
In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you and happy to share the latest updates:
Bapum+ – The Bapum method stays free, always. A few extras are now part of Bapum+. One person builds this app. Bapum+ funds the research, the development and reaching more people.
Mode – On the main screen, tap the menu icon and open the mode menu to create up to three modes, for example for calming down, focusing and falling asleep. Swipe left and right on the main screen to switch between them, and whatever you set there is saved automatically.
Control – Bapum can now be added to the lock screen and control center, so you can start it with one tap in the moments that matter.
Method – On the main screen, tap the info icon to explore the redesigned method page: founder story, situations, practices, customization, user stories, science, and safety information, all in one place, so you can always look back and see how to get the most out of Bapum.
Direction – On the main screen, tap the arrow icon to choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock – On the main screen, tap the padlock icon to protect the screen from accidental touches, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
1.7.1 Sep 23
In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you and happy to share the latest updates:
Bapum+ – The Bapum method stays free, always. A few extras are now part of Bapum+. One person builds this app. Bapum+ funds the research, the development and reaching more people.
Mode – On the main screen, tap the menu icon and open the mode menu to create up to three modes, for example for calming down, focusing and falling asleep. Swipe left and right on the main screen to switch between them, and whatever you set there is saved automatically.
Control – Bapum can now be added to the lock screen and control center, so you can start it with one tap in the moments that matter.
Method – On the main screen, tap the info icon to explore the redesigned method page: founder story, situations, practices, customization, user stories, science, and safety information, all in one place, so you can always look back and see how to get the most out of Bapum.
Direction – On the main screen, tap the arrow icon to choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock – On the main screen, tap the padlock icon to protect the screen from accidental touches, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
1.7 Sep 23
In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you and happy to share the latest updates:
Mode – On the main screen, tap the menu icon and open the mode menu to create up to three modes, for example for calming down, focusing and falling asleep. Swipe left and right on the main screen to switch between them, and whatever you set there is saved automatically.
Control – Bapum can now be added to the lock screen and control center, so you can start it with one tap in the moments that matter.
Method – On the main screen, tap the info icon to explore the redesigned method page: founder story, situations, practices, customization, user stories, science, and safety information, all in one place, so you can always look back and see how to get the most out of Bapum.
Direction – On the main screen, tap the arrow icon to choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock – On the main screen, tap the padlock icon to protect the screen from accidental touches, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
1.6.1 Sep 16
In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you and happy to share the latest updates:
Mode – On the main screen, tap the menu icon and open the mode menu to create up to three modes, for example for calming down, focusing and falling asleep. Swipe left and right on the main screen to switch between them, and whatever you set there is saved automatically.
Control – Bapum can now be added to the lock screen and control center, so you can start it with one tap in the moments that matter.
Research – We're starting anonymous research, and the more of us who take part, the stronger our evidence will be for whether and how Bapum helps. This could open doors for users, for doctors and for people working in the helping professions.
Support – Bapum is free, ad-free, and free of personal data collection. If it has helped you, you can now help it reach more people. On the main screen, tap the menu icon and open the support page.
Method – On the main screen, tap the info icon to explore the redesigned method page: founder story, situations, practices, customization, user stories, science, and safety information, all in one place, so you can always look back and see how to get the most out of Bapum.
Directions – On the main screen, tap the arrow icon to choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock – On the main screen, tap the padlock icon to protect the screen from accidental touches, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
1.6 Sep 13
In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you and happy to share the latest updates:
Control – Bapum can now be added to the Lock Screen and Control Center, so you can start it with one tap in the moments that matter.
Research – We're starting anonymous research, and the more of us who take part, the stronger our evidence will be for whether and how Bapum helps. This could open doors for users, for doctors and for people working in the helping professions.
Support – Bapum is free, ad-free, and free of personal data collection. If it has helped you, you can now help it reach more people. On the home screen, tap the gear icon and open the support page.
Method – Tap the info icon to explore the redesigned method page: founder story, situations, practices, customization, user stories, science, and safety information, all in one place, so you can always look back and see how to get the most out of Bapum.
Directions – By tapping the arrow icon on the main page, you can now choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock – By tapping the padlock icon on the main page, the app protects the screen from accidental touches, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
1.5.1 Sep 7
In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you and happy to share the latest updates:
Control – Bapum can now be added to the Lock Screen and Control Center, so you can start it with one tap in the moments that matter.
Research – We're starting anonymous research, and the more of us who take part, the stronger our evidence will be for how Bapum helps. This could open doors for users, for doctors and for people working in the helping professions.
Support – Bapum is free, ad-free, and free of personal data collection. If it has helped you, you can now help it reach more people. On the home screen, tap the gear icon and open the support page.
Method – Tap the info icon to explore the redesigned method page: founder story, situations, practices, customization, user stories, science, and safety information, all in one place, so you can always look back and see how to get the most out of Bapum.
Directions – By tapping the arrow icon on the main page, you can now choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock – By tapping the padlock icon on the main page, the app protects the screen from accidental touches, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
1.5 Sep 1
In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you and happy to share the latest updates:
Research – We're starting anonymous research, and the more of us who take part, the stronger our evidence will be for how Bapum helps. This could open doors for users, for doctors and for people working in the helping professions.
Support – Bapum is free, ad-free, and free of personal data collection. If it has helped you, you can now help it reach more people. On the home screen, tap the gear icon and open the support page.
Method – Tap the info icon to explore the redesigned method page: founder story, situations, practices, customization, user stories, science, and safety information, all in one place, so you can always look back and see how to get the most out of Bapum.
Directions – By tapping the arrow icon on the main page, you can now choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock – By tapping the padlock icon on the main page, the app protects the screen from accidental presses, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
1.4.2 Aug 26
In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you and happy to share the latest updates:
Research – We're starting anonymous research, and the more of us who take part, the stronger our evidence will be for how Bapum helps. This could open doors for users, for doctors and for people working in the helping professions.
Support – Bapum is free, ad-free, and free of personal data collection. If it has helped you, you can now help it reach more people. On the home screen, tap the gear icon and open the support page.
Method – Tap the info icon to explore the redesigned method page: founder story, situations, practices, customization, user stories, science, and safety information, all in one place, so you can always look back and see how to get the most out of Bapum.
Directions – By tapping the arrow icon on the main page, you can now choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock – By tapping the padlock icon on the main page, the app protects the screen from accidental presses, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
1.4.1 Aug 20
In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you and happy to share the latest updates:
Research – We're starting anonymous research, and the more of us who take part, the stronger our evidence will be for how Bapum helps. This could open doors for users, for doctors and for people working in the helping professions.
Support – Bapum is free, ad-free, and free of personal data collection. If it has helped you, you can now help it reach more people. On the home screen, tap the gear icon and open the support page.
Method – Tap the info icon to explore the redesigned method page: founder story, situations, practices, customization, user stories, science, and safety information, all in one place, so you can always look back and see how to get the most out of Bapum.
Directions – By tapping the arrow icon on the main page, you can now choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock – By tapping the padlock icon on the main page, the app protects the screen from accidental presses, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
1.4 Aug 19
In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you and happy to share the latest updates:
Support - Bapum is free, ad-free, and free of personal data collection. If it has helped you, you can now help it reach more people. On the home screen, tap the gear icon and open the support page.
Method - Tap the info icon to explore the redesigned method page: founder story, situations, practices, customization, user stories, science, and safety information, all in one place, so you can always look back and see how to get the most out of Bapum.
Directions - By tapping the arrow icon on the main page, you can now choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock - By tapping the padlock icon on the main page, the app protects the screen from accidental presses, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
1.3 Aug 6
In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you and happy to share the latest updates:
Method - Tap the book icon to explore the redesigned method page: founder story, situations, practices, customization, user stories, science, and safety information, all in one place, so you can always look back and see how to get the most out of Bapum.
Directions - By tapping the arrow icon on the main page, you can now choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock - By tapping the padlock icon on the main page, the app protects the screen from accidental presses, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
1.2 Jul 19
In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you, and happy to share the latest updates:
Directions: By tapping the arrow icon on the main page, you can now choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock: By tapping the padlock icon on the main page, the app protects the screen from accidental presses, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
1.1 Jun 22
Apps We Love – Featured by Apple 7 days after launch.
Fewer bugs, more calm.
Fixed minor UI issues for better usability.
We are grateful for the stories you’ve shared. Keep them coming!
1.0.2 May 4
Fewer bugs, more calm.
Added a clear notice that Bapum requires an iPhone (Taptic Engine) to work.
Fixed minor typos for better readability.
A huge thank you to our beta testers for the invaluable feedback!
1.0.1 Apr 18
In the past month, thousands of users across more than 50 countries have used Bapum tens of thousands of times. We are grateful for you and happy to share the latest updates:
Apple Health – On the main screen, tap the menu icon and open the settings menu to save your completed sessions to Apple Health as Mindful Minutes.
Bapum+ – The Bapum method stays free, always. A few extras are now part of Bapum+. One person builds this app. Bapum+ funds the research, the development and reaching more people.
Mode – On the main screen, tap the menu icon and open the mode menu to create up to three modes, for example for calming down, focusing and falling asleep. Swipe left and right on the main screen to switch between them, and whatever you set there is saved automatically.
Control – Bapum can now be added to the lock screen and control center, so you can start it with one tap in the moments that matter.
Method – On the main screen, tap the info icon to explore the redesigned method page: founder story, situations, practices, customization, user stories, science, and safety information, all in one place, so you can always look back and see how to get the most out of Bapum.
Direction – On the main screen, tap the arrow icon to choose between a steady and a slowing rhythm (BPM). The former gives support for everyday use, the latter for more intense moments. You can find the detailed fine-tuning on the settings / direction page.
Screen lock – On the main screen, tap the padlock icon to protect the screen from accidental touches, so the phone can be used uninterrupted even when placed in a pocket or on the chest.
We are coming soon with more exciting updates. Until then, we read reviews and feedback with gratitude. Share yours with us too!
more Version 1.8.2 Oct 12
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