Amazing!
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milenaella –
2020-09-16
Version 1.28.1
I literally just finished my first meditation and was repeatedly saying ‘ oh that was so nice, oh that was so nice’. Best meditation app ever!
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Description
Improve your stress, sleep, and more with the world’s first personalized meditation program.
Balance is your personal meditation coach. Each day, you’ll answer questions about your meditation experience, goals, and preferences. Using an audio library of thousands of files, Balance then assembles a daily meditation that's perfect for you. The more you share over time, the more personalized and effective your meditations become.
Balance’s daily meditations are organized in 10-day Plans that teach fundamental meditation skills geared toward your goals and needs. You’ll discover how to bring awareness to your day, increase your focus even among distractions, and find deep relaxation in moments of stress.
Singles are bite-sized meditations you can play anytime, even on the go. Wake up gently with a morning meditation and stretch, and then make your commute less chaotic with a meditation customized to where you're going and how you're getting there. Clear your mind with animated breathing exercises, and lower your stress, find energy, and increase your focus with quick Relax, Energize, and Concentrate meditations—and many more.
You'll rest easy with our Wind Down activity and Sleep meditation. Wind Down is a first-of-its-kind interactive that uses bilateral stimulation and controlled breathing to help you relax before bed and find more restful sleep.
Get started with our free Foundations Plan, where you’ll train your focus and reduce anxiety by concentrating on your breath and noticing sensations in your body. Or, if you already meditate often, start with our free Advanced Plan, which helps you take your meditation practice to the next level. As a free user, you’ll also have access to a few of our most popular Singles. With a Balance subscription, you get our full library of 10-day personalized Plans and all our on-the-go Singles.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Personalized guided meditations tailored to your mood, goals, experience, and more
- 10-day Plans to help you develop and deepen your meditation skills
- Bite-sized Single meditations you can use to get more out of any moment
- Wind Down, a groundbreaking activity grounded in sleep research, to help you relax and prepare for restful sleep
- Badges to reward your progress on Plans, Singles, and skills
- Customizable session duration options
- Mindful Minutes integration with Apple’s Health app
- New content added regularly
- Animated breathing exercises for quick calm
- 9 concrete meditation techniques to build your practice: Breath Focus, Body Scan, Labeling, Awareness, Visualization, Loving-Kindness, Breath Control, Spotlighting, and Innovation.
In meditation, “one-size-fits-all” fits no one. We all have our own ways of finding relaxation, focus, rest, and happiness. With thousands of paths possible, Balance helps you reach your goals, your way.
SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS
Balance offers two auto-renewing subscriptions at $11.99/month and $49.99/year. These prices are for United States customers. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence.
Your subscription will automatically renew at the end of each subscription term, unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the term. Subscription renewals cost the same as the original subscription, and your credit card will be charged through your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase.
You may manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal at any time after purchase by going to your iTunes Account Settings. Refunds will not be given for any unused portion of the term.
Balance also offers a Lifetime subscription which is paid for by a one-off upfront payment of $199.99 with unlimited access to the Balance library forever.
For additional information, please read our Terms of Service (http://www.balanceapp.com/balance-terms.html) and Privacy Policy (http://www.balanceapp.com/balance-privacy.html).
What's New in Version 1.28.3
New iOS 14 Wind Down Shortcuts
• Add the Sleep Single and Ocean Sleep Sound to your bedtime routine with Siri Wind Down Shortcuts.
New Plan:
• Facing Fear helps you confront uncertainty
and become more resilient to fear moving forward
New Singles (Available for those with iOS 13 on an iPhone 8 or newer.):
• Immersive Music combines soothing
vibrations, a relaxing melody, and expert coach guidance to help you unwind
• Immersive Storm blends the sounds and
vibrations of gentle rain and thunder for a deeply relaxing experience
New Sleep Sounds:
• Fall asleep to the ambient sounds of Rain,
Ocean, and White Noise
This update also includes bug fixes and audio
improvements.
We want to hear from you! Please send your
thoughts, questions, and suggestions to
feedback@balanceapp.com
Seller
Name
Elevate Labs, LLC
Information
Developer
Categories
Version
1.28.3
Size
272.6 MB
Game Center
No
VPP Device Licensing
Yes
Rating
Rated: 4+
Compatibility
iOS 11.0 or later
Devices
iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPad (5th Generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (6th generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro, iPad Pro (Cellular), iPad Pro (9.7-inch), iPad Pro (9.7-inch) (Cellular), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (10.5-inch), iPad Pro (10.5-inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11-inch), iPad Pro (11-inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air, iPad Air (Cellular), iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 (Cellular), iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Air (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini Retina, iPad mini Retina (Cellular), iPad mini 3, iPad mini 3 (Cellular), iPad mini 4, iPad mini 4 (Cellular), iPad mini (5th Generation), iPad mini (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (7th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air4, iPad Air4Cellular, iPad EighthGen, iPad EighthGenCellular, iPod touch (6th Generation), iPod touch (7th generation)
Languages
English
App Store: Customer Ratings
All Versions
4.5 (1,847 Ratings)
App Store: Customer Reviews
Balance
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JFIOR –
2020-09-07
Version 1.27.0
Terrific app - it develops your meditation capability at a pace that suits you. I am delighted at how comfortable I am meditating after years of struggling trying to work out how to stay calm, aware and focused. I am excited about continuing to explore this skill.
INCREDIBLE
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maddystepho –
2020-08-29
Version 1.27.0
this app has genuinely changed my life. the meditations are so calming and helpful, they help me so much with my anxiety and i couldn’t be more thankful for this app!! highly recommend. the coaches are so calming and they make me feel so safe and reassured. love to bits!
🤩
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a review by willow –
2020-08-24
Version 1.27.0
I really enjoy Balance; the changing aspect of each meditation encourages me to consistently meditate. Also, the singles are great- I especially like the Nap single :)
Another personalized aspect I would add is posture in the foundation course, as I have trouble sitting comfortably so usually lie down. Some lessons in posture, or an option to choose how you are meditating would be useful.
Lovely to use!
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Colindo1 –
2020-08-20
Version 1.27.0
I just started using the app a few days ago, it’s simple and intuitive, the graphics are a fun way to add interest. I like the gentle voice of the male guide, very soothing. Pretty good so far. Using the free version.
As good as you'll find anywhere..
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Zuluzen –
2020-08-15
Version 1.26.0
and I've done so many!!
Can’t believe App Store hasn’t featured Balance yet!
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Peosh –
2020-07-26
Version 1.26.0
Balance is life changing!
It teaches so many breathing techniques (something for everyone and every ability), keeps you accountable to meditate daily (which your mind & body are grateful for), and makes you excited to practice again & again.
The plans are awesome, taking you through 10 days of meditations (that you can change the length of i.e. 10, 15, 20 mins etc.) teaching different skills around managing a particular topic or issue.
Along the way, you are asked questions about what you need or are struggling with in relation to that plan, and it adjusts the meditation accordingly.
I love the Singles meditations at the moment, mainly picking and mixing breathing exercises for calm or energy as needed.
I also like doing the Gratitude and Creativity Singles, and have used the SOS and Anxiety Singles when struggling to manage runaway thoughts.
It baffles me that Balance isn’t mentioned in the App Store’s rundowns of best apps for meditation, mental health or sleep. It is the most helpful app I’ve found for all three of these things and I wish more people knew about it.
I have and will continue to share about Balance to friends, family & strangers — particularly anyone needing extra support the way 2020 is going!
Life changing
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KafirLime –
2020-07-20
Version 1.25.0
I’m 32 and up until now have always been curious about meditation, but ultimately a skeptic.
I tried this app for the first time last week after deciding to do something to improve my focus for studying.
Holy cow - the first three minute activity felt like it was over in about ten seconds, and not only that, but it left me feeling like I’d just had both the best nap of my life AND a good massage.
Honestly, using this app has become my favourite daily task. It is so rewarding. It has done exactly what I wanted - helped me improved my focus and do better in my studies.
I am genuinely so excited to learn and improve these meditation skills. I think this app is an awesome product and recommend it to anyone else who is curious about meditation.
Feeling grateful
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escarletts –
2020-07-18
Version 1.25.0
Balance has helped me reconnect with a meditation habit after a complex trauma experience disrupted my practice.
- After a strong and rewarding commitment meditating for many years, a traumatic encounter (that occurred during/in associated with meditation) complicated this process for me to the point that when I tried to meditate, a trauma response occurred.
- Since trying Balance, I feel comfortable meditating again. During CV lockdown, I have been able to rebuild my practice back into a daily habit.
- I completed a psychology major many years ago and appreciate hearing beneficial psychological strategies woven into the sessions.
- I rarely give 5 star reviews.
- Amazing job team, please keep up the great work!
Brought me out of depression
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CarloWorld –
2020-06-18
Version 1.24.0
I highly recommend this app. It’s foundation plans helped me take baby steps into taking care of my overall mental health. I hardly write reviews but because I’m truly grateful at this point, I felt the need to give back.
It would be great if the loving kindness meditation was also offered as a single session. I know you could do this otherwise by going to day 10 of foundation V.
Overall, thank you for helping me get my life back on track.
Very helpful
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AppSpectator –
2020-06-13
Version 1.24.0
Very helpful. But two improvements please 1. All meditations to be available with Ofsu’s voice 2. Edit the scripts so they don’t say ‘notice how your breath is steady...’ as it might not be. Instead, it could be ‘notice your breath, is it steady? If so, focus on the steadiness of your breath’ or ask the user to rate the steadiness of the breath, and have the AI respond accordingly. Thank you.
Sleep meditation
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Nav Saint –
2020-06-02
Version 1.23.1
My favourite feature is definitely the Sleep meditation and it has helped me, BUT, I wish there was an option to add white noise or music after the mediation ends!!!
I find myself waking up soon after to turn on a separate white noise app, or not allowing myself to fall asleep because I know I have to switch the other app on before falling asleep.
Please add this feature!!!
Have tried many apps & finally found my favourite.
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Natebuni –
2020-05-26
Version 1.23.0
I’ve been testing and trying various meditation apps for about 4 years now: headspace, calm, breethe, me. And so many others. This one is the one for me. I really enjoyed the voice options and the prompts within the méditations feel right for how I meditate. I love the personalisation and the sleek, clean look of the app too. All in all, I’m happy I finally discovered MY meditation app. Thanks!
The best Mediation app
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maya renoir –
2020-05-25
Version 1.23.0
I tried for years now to get into the habbit of mediation. I tried Insigh timer, Calm, Headspace and always felt lost and loosing the habbit soon after. But not with Balance. This app make you feel like you have an actual personal coach. It follows what you feel and what you like. Even the singles change and adapt to your need.
Also they costumer service is awesome. You have an issue just call email them and they will answer within 24h.
This app should be the first one you see online about best Mediation app.
5 starts for sure.
Amazing!
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Tapzooisawesome –
2020-05-13
Version 1.22.0
I really can’t believe that this app is free! It is the best meditation app I have used so far even better than the ones I have paid a subscription to. Thank you!
Mindfull
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hcnvf –
2020-05-11
Version 1.22.0
Grat app to exercise your focusing through meditation 🙏🙏
New favorite app and amazing customer service
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Averi Jordan C –
2020-05-01
Version 1.22.0
I have raved about this app to everyone who will listen since downloading it about three weeks ago. This is an incredible and accessible app that removes any stigma from meditation. I went from having meditated once in my life to maintaining a habit of doing it every day, often multiple times. It’s been particularly helpful during the pandemic, but even after this is all over, there’s no way I’ll ever get rid of it. It’s personalized without the “fake” feel that many other apps have when they try to personalize your experience. You can tell a lot of love and expertise was poured into Balance.
Additionally, I received prompt, helpful, and kind customer service when I needed to contact them about my partner’s account. Between the quality of the app itself and the dedication of the humans behind it, I can’t recommend it enough.
Recovery
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Kwestioneverything –
2020-04-21
Version 1.21.0
I am a recovering addict. This app is by far the best app I have ever used for mediation. It is very easy to use and works with you at your level and pace. It is actually ingenious the way it is created.
I love it and highly recommend it.
Pure love and peace
Damien
AMAZING!
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Amazed223 –
2020-04-17
Version 1.21.0
I only started using this app a few days ago and this app is put such a big impact in my mood, thoughts and mostly my day. I use everyday in the bring and before going to bed. I am always eager for what meditation i have tomorrow! Thank you for creating this app! 🙏
Super helpful
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andy72roo96 –
2020-04-02
Version 1.20.2
This app is the best for meditation strategies and helping me relax during my day. I really like using this app because there’s so much more free features than the other apps I’ve seen. I’d love if you added a music section for sleep or a stretching energising part. Love using this app and I’m improving my mind
The best meditation app!
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M.Waud –
2020-04-01
Version 1.20.2
This is by far the best meditation app I have used! The questions asked before every meditation assist me on reflecting to the one before and keep me engaged. Love it!
Awesome app
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Lt.Chuckles –
2020-03-30
Version 1.20.2
It’s day 2 of meditating and it’s helped me relax so much already! Thank you :)
Customized meditation program with nice voice
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Kieran Lannister –
2020-03-30
Version 1.20.2
Program customized to my needs and preferences and the guided voice is wonderful
Just do it
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Mega Rubbish –
2020-03-29
Version 1.20.2
I was a sceptic but you proved me wrong. Excellent app.
Great app
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dfuihbdsfvb grhjvcft –
2020-03-27
Version 1.20.2
This is a great app, simply laid out, user friendly, great voices on the meditations. Thankyou!
Delightful
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missgenwhy –
2020-03-27
Version 1.20.2
This is such a visually pleasing app. If ever there was an argument that good design makes you happy, then this is it!
The user experience is supreme.
I’m new to it but so far, I’m really impressed.
Best meditation app I’ve ever used!
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Pumby22 –
2020-03-25
Version 1.20.2
This is by far the best meditation app I’ve ever used (and I’ve tried a lot). I’ve never been able to stick to meditation for more than a couple of days at a time, but since using Balance I’m excited to do my daily foundations, and love the bedtime singles! I’ve only been using it for a few weeks and have already seen such improvements in my mood and motivation and gratitude. Cannot recommend this enough!
I’ve never done reviews before And This the best app ever
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Annaaaaannnnn15 –
2020-03-25
Version 1.20.2
To anyone of you guys that need an app to hello you mediate this he correct way. It’s so helpful and has reduce my stress by farrr.
I’ve tried many mediation apps but this app is by far the best.
Trust me :)
AMAZING!!
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reniesiu –
2020-03-25
Version 1.20.2
I’ve had Balance since last year and since I couldn’t find any other meditation apps that could compare so I was willing to upgrade. I had a lot of issues trying to make in app purchases but Laura from Support was so helpful and patient with me!
I also LOVE Ofosu’s voice, it’s just so calming I hope he gets recorded for all the plans and singles!
You won’t regret this personalised and aesthetic app to start/ continue your meditation journey :)
Meditation
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shanice_pearl –
2020-03-06
Version 1.19.0
I love this app so much it didn’t even ask for a premium version. I feel so much better now since I have meditated and it’s only been my first day. I feel like I am going to improve and I am loving his soothing voice.
Fantastic
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Zealbee –
2019-12-03
Version 1.15
Great app. If you are after one to help you learn to meditate then look no further. So helpful and worth subscribing.
Responsive
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lindaseaborn –
2019-11-29
Version 1.15
Really well paced, encouraging and responsive to your personal goals
Lovely!
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Ice princess Charlotte –
2019-11-18
Version 1.14
I didn’t think I’d get emotionally attached to Leah, the disembodied voice in my iPad, yet here we are. It’s very “do this in your own time, when you’re ready” which is so nice and comforting. I haven’t been using this app for that long and I’m new to meditation but it’s really relaxing!! Not for everyone, but definitely worth a go!!
Just perfect
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Mitchel3563 –
2019-11-13
Version 1.14
I’m new to meditation and so glad that I found this app. I’ve only been doing it for 4 days but I can feel the difference in every day.
I feel much more focused, relaxed and energetic.
The foundation plan makes it easy for beginners and keeps you going.
The main reason I will keep going is the voice of Ofosu. It’s so relaxing and smooth, perfect for audio meditation.
I recommend to everyone to give this app a try!
It’s great!
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learner.c3po –
2019-09-19
Version 1.11.1
I’m only a few days in and I’m already seeing results in the things I do i just finished my third lesson and I can find a noticeable difference from yesterday, I found that I relaxed more and more and managed to shut my mind down towards the end!!
Excellent
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pewsh –
2019-09-18
Version 1.11
Fantastic app, really well designed.
Great!
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nicoliolou –
2019-09-12
Version 1.11
This is my third day on this app and so far I’m finding it very helpful to stay on track with my meditation and I get excited to learn a new skill everyday
Halfway through the free foundation 1
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dilushaniful –
2019-09-11
Version 1.11
I’m getting so bored of just doing breath focus in the free trial of foundation 1. I was hoping to get a try of the other skills out there within the free course. But every day it’s just the same breath focus which I understand I need to keep working on bit by bit. But I need some variety or the option to choose something else every once in a while.
Vocal guidance is very soothing
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Corowa Kid –
2019-09-11
Version 1.11
Congratulations on the choice of voices/people. So important that the sound soothes. The rest of it might be a placebo and it’s actually having someone be so nice to you for 10 minutes that is the real independent variable. Who knows?
The difference
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Bee Raquel –
2019-09-11
Version 1.11
The tailored meditation is the difference with other apps.
Highly recommend it Balance app for new meditators 👌🏽
Highly recommend
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Anita in Beijing –
2019-09-10
Version 1.11
I’m on day 4 of @balance meditations. At the moment I’m just using the free one but I’ll probably end up buying a lifetime membership. This morning I again used the Wake Up meditation and since I was anxious about the day ahead almost straight afterwards, I tried the Anxiety meditation (still in bed). It’s only 5 minutes, I’m doing the shortest time for all of them, but it was actually very calming and so far one of the biggest surprises is that I haven’t felt the need to check on the elapsed time or the pets, or anything. This afternoon I’ll do day 4 of the foundation course. It’s tailored, so you answer some questions and then them make up the meditation (for example, one of the questions on the anxiety one was if I am anxious about something in the past, present or future). Then I’ll do the Wind Down a bit before bed, and then the Sleep one. It’s seems like a lot but actually I’m only doing 3 or 5 minutes each time. It’s an easy to use app, the voice is calming and the meditations offer a lot of variety.
✋
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recoveringschizophrenic –
2019-09-07
Version 1.11
Fantastic
Joy from the first moment
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Henk Kleynhans –
2019-09-05
Version 1.10.1
Balance is the slickest app I've used in some time. (Across all categories) Besides for a beautiful design that draws you in and engages you from the first moment, it also gets the basics just right. Even if you're not into meditation, try it simply to see how engaging apps should be built.