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Your breathing companion.

Relax, breathe, and feel better.

Download Bretho on the App Store
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Breathing, made simple.

Free, private, and made for iPhone and Apple Watch.

Bretho Bud

Say how you feel. Bud makes the right exercise, on your iPhone.

A Bretho Bud chat ending with a 4-4-6 breathing exercise

Guided sessions

Voices, soundscapes and haptics keep count for you.

A Box Breathing session in progress

Apple Watch

Breathe from your wrist.

A breathing session on Apple Watch

Progress

Streaks, minutes and moods.

The Progress screen with a streak and weekly minutes

Custom sessions

Your own rhythm, saved.

Creating a custom breathing session
18 exercises
Box Breathing, 4-7-8, the Physiological Sigh and more.
Private by design
No account, no ads. Bud chats never leave your device.
Apple Health
Sessions are saved as Mindful Minutes.
iCloud sync
Your history on every device you own.
Reminders
Gentle nudges at the times you choose.
Widgets and Siri
Start a session without opening the app.

Testimonials

What people say

“The UI is super clean, and everything just feels smooth and well-designed. I've deleted other breathing apps and just use Bretho - it's simple and perfect.”

Kevin W

“I recently had major heart surgery and this app will help me recover faster. Thank you for making it free - there are many people for whom even a single dollar is a lot in their situations.”

Belinjo

“Not only is it a very useful and necessary app, but also a VERY BEAUTIFUL ONE. I am delighted! The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful for anxiety and stress relief.”

ashtonwing

“I've been using Bretho for a while now, and I absolutely love it. The interface is clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate. Everything runs smoothly, and the overall experience feels well thought out.”

il99x

“Simple, effective, and calming, it's helped me tremendously with managing stress. I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more.”

Louis-f Celine

“Since I read James Nestor's book, I've thought I needed something like this, not too complicated. The app is very good, and it's always good to take care of our health!”

Elisha18

“The UI is super clean, and everything just feels smooth and well-designed. I've deleted other breathing apps and just use Bretho - it's simple and perfect.”

Kevin W

“I recently had major heart surgery and this app will help me recover faster. Thank you for making it free - there are many people for whom even a single dollar is a lot in their situations.”

Belinjo

“Not only is it a very useful and necessary app, but also a VERY BEAUTIFUL ONE. I am delighted! The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful for anxiety and stress relief.”

ashtonwing

“I've been using Bretho for a while now, and I absolutely love it. The interface is clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate. Everything runs smoothly, and the overall experience feels well thought out.”

il99x

“Simple, effective, and calming, it's helped me tremendously with managing stress. I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more.”

Louis-f Celine

“Since I read James Nestor's book, I've thought I needed something like this, not too complicated. The app is very good, and it's always good to take care of our health!”

Elisha18

“The UI is super clean, and everything just feels smooth and well-designed. I've deleted other breathing apps and just use Bretho - it's simple and perfect.”

Kevin W

“I recently had major heart surgery and this app will help me recover faster. Thank you for making it free - there are many people for whom even a single dollar is a lot in their situations.”

Belinjo

“Not only is it a very useful and necessary app, but also a VERY BEAUTIFUL ONE. I am delighted! The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful for anxiety and stress relief.”

ashtonwing

“I've been using Bretho for a while now, and I absolutely love it. The interface is clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate. Everything runs smoothly, and the overall experience feels well thought out.”

il99x

“Simple, effective, and calming, it's helped me tremendously with managing stress. I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more.”

Louis-f Celine

“Since I read James Nestor's book, I've thought I needed something like this, not too complicated. The app is very good, and it's always good to take care of our health!”

Elisha18

“Great app! The user experience is pretty good. Very well designed. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good for anxiety and stress relief.”

holden

“Absolutely Essential! Until now, I hadn't crossed an app that just has breathing exercises. I'm so glad I found this. It's so well designed. Can't believe it's free and has good privacy policy.”

AlmightyDolphin

“Correct breathing helps me with anxiety and stress relief. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good.”

bligkizt

“I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more. Highly recommended!!!”

DenSim26

“Thanks for the Great App, nothing everything is Free keep up the good work top man. Can't Beat Breathing to Help Heal the Body :)”

This-Pollution3503

“Makes me feel like a new person. Clean and neat design feels snappy and easy to use. Straight up five stars.”

James K

“Great app! The user experience is pretty good. Very well designed. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good for anxiety and stress relief.”

holden

“Absolutely Essential! Until now, I hadn't crossed an app that just has breathing exercises. I'm so glad I found this. It's so well designed. Can't believe it's free and has good privacy policy.”

AlmightyDolphin

“Correct breathing helps me with anxiety and stress relief. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good.”

bligkizt

“I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more. Highly recommended!!!”

DenSim26

“Thanks for the Great App, nothing everything is Free keep up the good work top man. Can't Beat Breathing to Help Heal the Body :)”

This-Pollution3503

“Makes me feel like a new person. Clean and neat design feels snappy and easy to use. Straight up five stars.”

James K

“Great app! The user experience is pretty good. Very well designed. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good for anxiety and stress relief.”

holden

“Absolutely Essential! Until now, I hadn't crossed an app that just has breathing exercises. I'm so glad I found this. It's so well designed. Can't believe it's free and has good privacy policy.”

AlmightyDolphin

“Correct breathing helps me with anxiety and stress relief. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good.”

bligkizt

“I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more. Highly recommended!!!”

DenSim26

“Thanks for the Great App, nothing everything is Free keep up the good work top man. Can't Beat Breathing to Help Heal the Body :)”

This-Pollution3503

“Makes me feel like a new person. Clean and neat design feels snappy and easy to use. Straight up five stars.”

James K

Questions, answered.

Everything about Bretho in one place.

Kevin W
The UI is super clean, and everything just feels smooth and well-designed. I've deleted other breathing apps and just use Bretho - it's simple and perfect.
Belinjo
I recently had major heart surgery and this app will help me recover faster. Thank you for making it free - there are many people for whom even a single dollar is a lot in their situations.
ashtonwing
Not only is it a very useful and necessary app, but also a VERY BEAUTIFUL ONE. I am delighted! The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful for anxiety and stress relief.
il99x
I've been using Bretho for a while now, and I absolutely love it. The interface is clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate. Everything runs smoothly, and the overall experience feels well thought out.
Louis-f Celine
Simple, effective, and calming, it's helped me tremendously with managing stress. I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more.
Elisha18
Since I read James Nestor's book, I've thought I needed something like this, not too complicated. The app is very good, and it's always good to take care of our health!
Kevin W
The UI is super clean, and everything just feels smooth and well-designed. I've deleted other breathing apps and just use Bretho - it's simple and perfect.
Belinjo
I recently had major heart surgery and this app will help me recover faster. Thank you for making it free - there are many people for whom even a single dollar is a lot in their situations.
ashtonwing
Not only is it a very useful and necessary app, but also a VERY BEAUTIFUL ONE. I am delighted! The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful for anxiety and stress relief.
il99x
I've been using Bretho for a while now, and I absolutely love it. The interface is clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate. Everything runs smoothly, and the overall experience feels well thought out.
Louis-f Celine
Simple, effective, and calming, it's helped me tremendously with managing stress. I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more.
Elisha18
Since I read James Nestor's book, I've thought I needed something like this, not too complicated. The app is very good, and it's always good to take care of our health!
Kevin W
The UI is super clean, and everything just feels smooth and well-designed. I've deleted other breathing apps and just use Bretho - it's simple and perfect.
Belinjo
I recently had major heart surgery and this app will help me recover faster. Thank you for making it free - there are many people for whom even a single dollar is a lot in their situations.
ashtonwing
Not only is it a very useful and necessary app, but also a VERY BEAUTIFUL ONE. I am delighted! The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful for anxiety and stress relief.
il99x
I've been using Bretho for a while now, and I absolutely love it. The interface is clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate. Everything runs smoothly, and the overall experience feels well thought out.
Louis-f Celine
Simple, effective, and calming, it's helped me tremendously with managing stress. I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more.
Elisha18
Since I read James Nestor's book, I've thought I needed something like this, not too complicated. The app is very good, and it's always good to take care of our health!
holden
Great app! The user experience is pretty good. Very well designed. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good for anxiety and stress relief.
AlmightyDolphin
Absolutely Essential! Until now, I hadn't crossed an app that just has breathing exercises. I'm so glad I found this. It's so well designed. Can't believe it's free and has good privacy policy.
bligkizt
Correct breathing helps me with anxiety and stress relief. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good.
DenSim26
I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more. Highly recommended!!!
This-Pollution3503
Thanks for the Great App, nothing everything is Free keep up the good work top man. Can't Beat Breathing to Help Heal the Body :)
James K
Makes me feel like a new person. Clean and neat design feels snappy and easy to use. Straight up five stars.
holden
Great app! The user experience is pretty good. Very well designed. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good for anxiety and stress relief.
AlmightyDolphin
Absolutely Essential! Until now, I hadn't crossed an app that just has breathing exercises. I'm so glad I found this. It's so well designed. Can't believe it's free and has good privacy policy.
bligkizt
Correct breathing helps me with anxiety and stress relief. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good.
DenSim26
I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more. Highly recommended!!!
This-Pollution3503
Thanks for the Great App, nothing everything is Free keep up the good work top man. Can't Beat Breathing to Help Heal the Body :)
James K
Makes me feel like a new person. Clean and neat design feels snappy and easy to use. Straight up five stars.
holden
Great app! The user experience is pretty good. Very well designed. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good for anxiety and stress relief.
AlmightyDolphin
Absolutely Essential! Until now, I hadn't crossed an app that just has breathing exercises. I'm so glad I found this. It's so well designed. Can't believe it's free and has good privacy policy.
bligkizt
Correct breathing helps me with anxiety and stress relief. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good.
DenSim26
I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more. Highly recommended!!!
This-Pollution3503
Thanks for the Great App, nothing everything is Free keep up the good work top man. Can't Beat Breathing to Help Heal the Body :)
James K
Makes me feel like a new person. Clean and neat design feels snappy and easy to use. Straight up five stars.
Kevin W
The UI is super clean, and everything just feels smooth and well-designed. I've deleted other breathing apps and just use Bretho - it's simple and perfect.
Belinjo
I recently had major heart surgery and this app will help me recover faster. Thank you for making it free - there are many people for whom even a single dollar is a lot in their situations.
ashtonwing
Not only is it a very useful and necessary app, but also a VERY BEAUTIFUL ONE. I am delighted! The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful for anxiety and stress relief.
il99x
I've been using Bretho for a while now, and I absolutely love it. The interface is clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate. Everything runs smoothly, and the overall experience feels well thought out.
Louis-f Celine
Simple, effective, and calming, it's helped me tremendously with managing stress. I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more.
Elisha18
Since I read James Nestor's book, I've thought I needed something like this, not too complicated. The app is very good, and it's always good to take care of our health!
Kevin W
The UI is super clean, and everything just feels smooth and well-designed. I've deleted other breathing apps and just use Bretho - it's simple and perfect.
Belinjo
I recently had major heart surgery and this app will help me recover faster. Thank you for making it free - there are many people for whom even a single dollar is a lot in their situations.
ashtonwing
Not only is it a very useful and necessary app, but also a VERY BEAUTIFUL ONE. I am delighted! The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful for anxiety and stress relief.
il99x
I've been using Bretho for a while now, and I absolutely love it. The interface is clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate. Everything runs smoothly, and the overall experience feels well thought out.
Louis-f Celine
Simple, effective, and calming, it's helped me tremendously with managing stress. I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more.
Elisha18
Since I read James Nestor's book, I've thought I needed something like this, not too complicated. The app is very good, and it's always good to take care of our health!
Kevin W
The UI is super clean, and everything just feels smooth and well-designed. I've deleted other breathing apps and just use Bretho - it's simple and perfect.
Belinjo
I recently had major heart surgery and this app will help me recover faster. Thank you for making it free - there are many people for whom even a single dollar is a lot in their situations.
ashtonwing
Not only is it a very useful and necessary app, but also a VERY BEAUTIFUL ONE. I am delighted! The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful for anxiety and stress relief.
il99x
I've been using Bretho for a while now, and I absolutely love it. The interface is clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate. Everything runs smoothly, and the overall experience feels well thought out.
Louis-f Celine
Simple, effective, and calming, it's helped me tremendously with managing stress. I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more.
Elisha18
Since I read James Nestor's book, I've thought I needed something like this, not too complicated. The app is very good, and it's always good to take care of our health!
holden
Great app! The user experience is pretty good. Very well designed. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good for anxiety and stress relief.
AlmightyDolphin
Absolutely Essential! Until now, I hadn't crossed an app that just has breathing exercises. I'm so glad I found this. It's so well designed. Can't believe it's free and has good privacy policy.
bligkizt
Correct breathing helps me with anxiety and stress relief. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good.
DenSim26
I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more. Highly recommended!!!
This-Pollution3503
Thanks for the Great App, nothing everything is Free keep up the good work top man. Can't Beat Breathing to Help Heal the Body :)
James K
Makes me feel like a new person. Clean and neat design feels snappy and easy to use. Straight up five stars.
holden
Great app! The user experience is pretty good. Very well designed. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good for anxiety and stress relief.
AlmightyDolphin
Absolutely Essential! Until now, I hadn't crossed an app that just has breathing exercises. I'm so glad I found this. It's so well designed. Can't believe it's free and has good privacy policy.
bligkizt
Correct breathing helps me with anxiety and stress relief. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good.
DenSim26
I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more. Highly recommended!!!
This-Pollution3503
Thanks for the Great App, nothing everything is Free keep up the good work top man. Can't Beat Breathing to Help Heal the Body :)
James K
Makes me feel like a new person. Clean and neat design feels snappy and easy to use. Straight up five stars.
holden
Great app! The user experience is pretty good. Very well designed. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good for anxiety and stress relief.
AlmightyDolphin
Absolutely Essential! Until now, I hadn't crossed an app that just has breathing exercises. I'm so glad I found this. It's so well designed. Can't believe it's free and has good privacy policy.
bligkizt
Correct breathing helps me with anxiety and stress relief. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good.
DenSim26
I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more. Highly recommended!!!
This-Pollution3503
Thanks for the Great App, nothing everything is Free keep up the good work top man. Can't Beat Breathing to Help Heal the Body :)
James K
Makes me feel like a new person. Clean and neat design feels snappy and easy to use. Straight up five stars.
Kevin W
The UI is super clean, and everything just feels smooth and well-designed. I've deleted other breathing apps and just use Bretho - it's simple and perfect.
Belinjo
I recently had major heart surgery and this app will help me recover faster. Thank you for making it free - there are many people for whom even a single dollar is a lot in their situations.
ashtonwing
Not only is it a very useful and necessary app, but also a VERY BEAUTIFUL ONE. I am delighted! The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful for anxiety and stress relief.
il99x
I've been using Bretho for a while now, and I absolutely love it. The interface is clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate. Everything runs smoothly, and the overall experience feels well thought out.
Louis-f Celine
Simple, effective, and calming, it's helped me tremendously with managing stress. I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more.
Elisha18
Since I read James Nestor's book, I've thought I needed something like this, not too complicated. The app is very good, and it's always good to take care of our health!
Kevin W
The UI is super clean, and everything just feels smooth and well-designed. I've deleted other breathing apps and just use Bretho - it's simple and perfect.
Belinjo
I recently had major heart surgery and this app will help me recover faster. Thank you for making it free - there are many people for whom even a single dollar is a lot in their situations.
ashtonwing
Not only is it a very useful and necessary app, but also a VERY BEAUTIFUL ONE. I am delighted! The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful for anxiety and stress relief.
il99x
I've been using Bretho for a while now, and I absolutely love it. The interface is clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate. Everything runs smoothly, and the overall experience feels well thought out.
Louis-f Celine
Simple, effective, and calming, it's helped me tremendously with managing stress. I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more.
Elisha18
Since I read James Nestor's book, I've thought I needed something like this, not too complicated. The app is very good, and it's always good to take care of our health!
Kevin W
The UI is super clean, and everything just feels smooth and well-designed. I've deleted other breathing apps and just use Bretho - it's simple and perfect.
Belinjo
I recently had major heart surgery and this app will help me recover faster. Thank you for making it free - there are many people for whom even a single dollar is a lot in their situations.
ashtonwing
Not only is it a very useful and necessary app, but also a VERY BEAUTIFUL ONE. I am delighted! The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful for anxiety and stress relief.
il99x
I've been using Bretho for a while now, and I absolutely love it. The interface is clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate. Everything runs smoothly, and the overall experience feels well thought out.
Louis-f Celine
Simple, effective, and calming, it's helped me tremendously with managing stress. I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more.
Elisha18
Since I read James Nestor's book, I've thought I needed something like this, not too complicated. The app is very good, and it's always good to take care of our health!
holden
Great app! The user experience is pretty good. Very well designed. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good for anxiety and stress relief.
AlmightyDolphin
Absolutely Essential! Until now, I hadn't crossed an app that just has breathing exercises. I'm so glad I found this. It's so well designed. Can't believe it's free and has good privacy policy.
bligkizt
Correct breathing helps me with anxiety and stress relief. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good.
DenSim26
I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more. Highly recommended!!!
This-Pollution3503
Thanks for the Great App, nothing everything is Free keep up the good work top man. Can't Beat Breathing to Help Heal the Body :)
James K
Makes me feel like a new person. Clean and neat design feels snappy and easy to use. Straight up five stars.
holden
Great app! The user experience is pretty good. Very well designed. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good for anxiety and stress relief.
AlmightyDolphin
Absolutely Essential! Until now, I hadn't crossed an app that just has breathing exercises. I'm so glad I found this. It's so well designed. Can't believe it's free and has good privacy policy.
bligkizt
Correct breathing helps me with anxiety and stress relief. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good.
DenSim26
I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more. Highly recommended!!!
This-Pollution3503
Thanks for the Great App, nothing everything is Free keep up the good work top man. Can't Beat Breathing to Help Heal the Body :)
James K
Makes me feel like a new person. Clean and neat design feels snappy and easy to use. Straight up five stars.
holden
Great app! The user experience is pretty good. Very well designed. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good for anxiety and stress relief.
AlmightyDolphin
Absolutely Essential! Until now, I hadn't crossed an app that just has breathing exercises. I'm so glad I found this. It's so well designed. Can't believe it's free and has good privacy policy.
bligkizt
Correct breathing helps me with anxiety and stress relief. The assisted breathing exercises are extremely helpful and good.
DenSim26
I often use the breathing exercises while I'm working. They really help me to relax more. Highly recommended!!!
This-Pollution3503
Thanks for the Great App, nothing everything is Free keep up the good work top man. Can't Beat Breathing to Help Heal the Body :)
James K
Makes me feel like a new person. Clean and neat design feels snappy and easy to use. Straight up five stars.
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