Birch: Breathe, Relax & Sleep

Name: Birch: Breathe, Relax & Sleep
Rating: 4.9 (111 reviews)
Author: Thianh Lu

by Thianh Lu

iPhone

Active Last checked 5 Aug 2026

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At a glance: Free to download

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Health & Fitness
Lifestyle

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Key functions

Function	Availability	Access	Scope	Evidence
Free app	Yes	Free	—	Store published

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Birch: Breathe, Relax & Sleep iphone screenshot 1

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Free

Last verified 5 Aug 2026

Ratings & reviews

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4.9 111 ratings · App Store

5/5Love the simplicity
Simple easy to use and customize! Love the reminders can set but wish I could turn on a sound notification not just a pop up notification.

Dre1013 · 5 Aug 2026
3/5Like the old version better
I really enjoyed this app before the update. It has a vibration feature that allows you to close your eyes and relax during the 4-7-8 breathwork. The vibration was the alert to switch between inhale-hold-exhale. With the new update, there is no vibration between exhale and inhale, thereby forcing you to have to watch the app so you don’t miss the transition. Wish they would switch it back to include the vibration between those two modes which allows you to close your eyes and still be on count.

OCMama1 · 5 Aug 2026
5/5Great Little app
This app is a No Frills, simple app to use. It has 6 choices for exercise, and a calendar to keep track. It does the job.

Remnant of the Abyss · 5 Aug 2026
4/5Simple, ad free.
No bells or whistles, simple way to help focus while using this breathing method. I find it helpful from time to time. Only gripe is it counts backwards whereas I count forwards. Is that a setting somewhere? I’ll have to check.

boandlu · 5 Aug 2026
5/5It crashes a lot
It hangs a lot. Please fix it.

Ramtin00 · 5 Aug 2026

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Versions

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1.0
1.1
Fixed a bug with Push Notifications
1.2
Introducing streaks to track your progress! We've also enhanced sharing capabilities and squashed some bugs for a smoother experience.
1.34
We've enhanced push notifications to help you stay consistent and never miss a breathing session. Introducing the historical breathing tracker—review your progress and see how far you've come. Streaks are fixed! Keep building your momentum and stay motivated with every session completed.
2.0
We’re excited to announce three brand-new breathing exercises—Box Breathing, Gentle Wave, and Balance Breathing—to help you expand your mindful breathing practice. Explore Box Breathing for a structured, rhythmic cycle; try Gentle Wave for a smooth, calming experience; and discover Balance Breathing to harmonize your energy and focus. Additionally, we’ve refreshed the app design to create a more modern, intuitive, and engaging experience. Enjoy the update!
2.1
Fixes a bug with Vibration between cycles. Added more stats on the History calendar. Added an option for counting up instead of counting down.
2.5
Audio Voice Cues: By popular demand, you can now follow along with soothing voice countdowns. No need to keep your eyes on the screen. Timezone Fix: We squashed a timezone bug affecting some users.
2.6
Several bug fixes
2.7
Enhanced Reminders - Set up to 5 daily reminders for better habit formation Heart Coherence Breathing - New 6-6 breathing technique for stress reduction and heart health Bugs - Fixed timezone handling for more precise streak and data tracking
2.8
New Breathing Exercise: Slow-Paced Breathing (4-6) - By popular demand, we've added Slow-Paced Breathing—a research-backed technique shown to improve heart rate variability and activate the parasympathetic nervous system. Perfect for stress relief and deep relaxation. Improved Notifications - Managing your breathing reminders is now easier than ever with our streamlined notification settings. Fresh Logo Design - We've given our logo a modern makeover to better reflect our mission of calm and clarity. Bug Fixes & Performance - We've squashed some pesky bugs and improved overall app stability for a smoother experience. - You can also now set your Theme manually under Settings. Thank you for being part of our breathing community! Your feedback helps us create a better experience for everyone.
2.8.1
New Breathing Exercise: Slow-Paced Breathing (4-6) - By popular demand, we've added Slow-Paced Breathing—a research-backed technique shown to improve heart rate variability and activate the parasympathetic nervous system. Perfect for stress relief and deep relaxation. Improved Notifications - Managing your breathing reminders is now easier than ever with our streamlined notification settings. Fresh Logo Design - We've given our logo a modern makeover to better reflect our mission of calm and clarity. Bug Fixes & Performance - We've squashed some pesky bugs and improved overall app stability for a smoother experience. - You can also now set your Theme manually under Settings. Thank you for being part of our breathing community! Your feedback helps us create a better experience for everyone.
2.8.2
New Breathing Exercise: Slow-Paced Breathing (4-6) - By popular demand, we've added Slow-Paced Breathing—a research-backed technique shown to improve heart rate variability and activate the parasympathetic nervous system. Perfect for stress relief and deep relaxation. Improved Notifications - Managing your breathing reminders is now easier than ever with our streamlined notification settings. Fresh Logo Design - We've given our logo a modern makeover to better reflect our mission of calm and clarity. Bug Fixes & Performance - We've squashed some pesky bugs and improved overall app stability for a smoother experience. - You can also now set your Theme manually under Settings. Thank you for being part of our breathing community! Your feedback helps us create a better experience for everyone.
2.9
By popular request - Apple Health Integration. Save breathing sessions as mindful minutes!
3.0
Introducing Birch Breathe has a new name and a fresh new look - same calming experience you know and love. New in this update: - Ambient rain sounds to help you focus - Flexible timer—set sessions by cycles or minutes
3.1
Setting: New vibration toggle to silence haptics We've added back cycle counts back to the UI A few bug fixes related to our new audio feature
3.2 · 17 Mar 2026
Support for URL schemes - birch://

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