Platforms
IOS, ANDROID
Free Tier
Yes
Paid Price
$9.99/year premium
Sensors
4 supported
The Verdict
A unique HRV app focused on outdoor sessions and nature exposure. Ideal for users interested in the documented benefits of nature on HRV and stress reduction, rather than athletic performance optimization.
Features
- Outdoor HRV sessions
- GPS route tracking
- Nature exposure logging
- Stress reduction focus
- Session history
Pros
- Unique outdoor/nature focus
- Free basic tier
- GPS integration
- Mindfulness orientation
Cons
- Niche use case
- Smaller community
- Less athletic focus
- Limited advanced metrics
Nature and HRV
Research shows that time in nature increases HRV and reduces stress hormones. NatureBeat combines HRV tracking with GPS to help users explore which outdoor environments have the greatest positive effect on their physiology.
Session Types
The app supports various session types—forest bathing, park walks, beach visits, mountain hikes—and tracks how different natural environments affect your HRV response over time.
Compatible Sensors
- Polar H10
- Polar Verity
- Garmin Hrm
- Wahoo Tickr