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iBreathe

An app that times your inhale, hold and exhale with a simple guide.

Health & foodBreathing and calmFree planOne-time price+2 more

What iBreathe does

iBreathe is a small, minimal breathing app from an independent developer. It has preset breathing exercises, lets you make your own inhale, hold and exhale timings, and runs on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch.

Preset breathing exercises
Custom inhale, hold and exhale timings
Daily reminders
Apple Watch app and Lock Screen widget
Apple Health mindful minutes
iCloud sync

iBreathe does one thing: it times your breathing. Open it, pick an exercise, and follow the simple animation. There are no menus to dig through.

You can build custom exercises with your own timings, set daily reminders, log mindful minutes to Apple Health, and use it from a Lock Screen widget or your Apple Watch.

The free version has ads. Small one-time purchases remove them or add Premium, with no subscription.

A good way to start: try a preset for a few days, then make a custom exercise with the timings that feel comfortable. Add the Lock Screen widget or the Apple Watch app so a breathing break is one tap away when you need it.

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Who it's for

People who want a quick, simple breathing timer
Apple Watch owners

Skip it if: Android owners. Beginners who want detailed coaching.

Pricing

Free plan
Free, paid from $3.99 one-time

iBreathe is free with ads. A one-time $3.99 purchase adds Premium, and $2.99 removes ads. Optional tips are also available.

Prices can vary by country. Checked 19 Oct 2026.

What people like

  • Very simple and fast
  • Custom timings
  • One-time purchases, no subscription
  • Runs on many Apple devices

Watch out for

  • Ads in the free version
  • Apple only
  • Not much guidance for complete beginners

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Questions people ask

Is iBreathe free?

Yes. It's free with ads. Small one-time purchases remove ads or add Premium.

Can I make my own breathing pattern?

Yes. You can set your own inhale, hold and exhale timings.

Does iBreathe work on Apple Watch?

Yes. It has an Apple Watch app.

Is iBreathe on Android?

No. It's only for Apple devices.