Since you likely already have the device if you’re using this app, just know that this app is incredibly well designed and a truly powerful tool in regards to keeping you on track and engaged with your meditation practice. If you are using the app sans device - get the device!! It grounds you during the session and as a beginner meditator, I find it to be absolutely essential for continued focus throughout the session. The voiceovers during sessions are truly well done, and the tenor and tone of the sessions makes me feel accomplished, even if I wasn’t able to focus as much as I would’ve liked. Core really emphasizes that meditation is a practice, and I’m less intimidated by the idea of consistent meditation because of this notion. A+ for Core and Hyperice. Great product and companion app!
I like the app and the content is pretty good, however, it’s missing some critical features, especially for premium users. Content has to be downloaded before it’s available to play, but there is no option to download and store content in your phone for situations where you may have a poor connection or no access to internet at all. For me, I work in a building that disables cell service for security purposes, and it would be nice to be able to meditate during my break on stressful days. This would also be a useful feature to have for people who travel overseas. Also, it would be nice to have the companion app for the Apple Watch. I have cellular service on my watch so I don’t take my phone with me everywhere I go. It would be really nice to be able to do a quick meditation after a workout, hike, or at the beach when I don’t have my phone with me or don’t want the bulkiness of having to use my phone.
My core arrived exactly when I needed it. I was scheduled to have a stressful call later that day and so I did the first 4 meditations in a row. It helped me with my breathing, body scanning and releasing emotions. I’m a very anxious person, but for that call I was calm, communicated clearly and advocated for myself. I’ve always had a hard time keeping a meditation practice, but having the physical core to hold made it so much easier and gave me more focus. I also love how after each meditation I can track my stats and see how my body reacted. It actually keeps me accountable cause when I wasn’t committed to a meditation in the past I tended to mentally and physically check out. The stats keep me present and gives me goals! If you’re on the fence, just get it. It will definitely help your practice.
I purchased this device, unopened from a third party. It was dead out of the box, and despite several charging attempts with different USB cords and three different USB charging options (a USB charging station, using an adapter directly to an outlet, into the USB port on my desktop computer), nothing gave this device even a glimmer of a charge. So, I reached out on this app. Today I received notification that Hyperice is sending me a replacement. I am floored. As I mentioned, I bought this device from a third party and I contacted them for troubleshooting assistance. To have Hyperice replace a unit bought from someone else is incredible support. I am super impressed and extremely grateful.
Incredible product, incredible app. Perfect for someone like me who has tried other meditation apps but us never been able to focus or keep at it consistently. With the trainer in my hand and the soft vibrations that sync to the app, I’m instantly more centered and focused. The app content is amazing - super high quality and premium + the data on my heart rate and HRV really helps to keep me motivated and allows me to see something tangible versus other apps. Can’t recommend this enough and amazing they were acquired by Hyperice too! Love that brand an all of their products. Excited to gift this to friends this holiday season.
I have spent many years trying lots of different meditations, because I know how good it is and how all the studies show how many areas it can benefit. The only one I found before this was transcendental meditation, but after many years after a mess, I was struggling a lot once I got consistent with the core it has been awesome because I can see every day how I’m doing and what I’m doing and gives me a good history of how focused I am or how out of balance. I love it and have recommended it to people all over the world.
this whole thing has been a nightmare to set up, I understand that things happen but when you pay almost $200 and you have to wait weeks for things to work in the app properly, it is just not something I will want to buy again once my premium subcription is up, if I ever get it that is. I bought it in November and have yet to figure out why I am unable to get core premium after paying for it. No apologies, slow communication, and now slow to help me get what I have paid for. I have worked customer support email so I get how things are, however there is just no real feeling that anyone is trying to help me. I was really excited about meditating and having a guide to help me, but now its just stressing me out more than anything and I feel cheated out of this purchase.
I have struggled with meditation for years. I’ve tried a bunch of app’s and they just didn’t last for me. It wasn’t until I also had a physical object as well that the practice finally took hold. With the Core on my nightstand it stares at me everyday as a reminder of the meditation I want to do, and that helps me actually get it done. Seeing my results is also super powerful, so that’s a huge motivation to keep going. I love it!!
I am submitting this review early in my practice and will be eager to see what evolves after a few months have passed. I bought this for myself as I have been suffering with the effects, physical pain and sky-high blood pressure, that chronic stress can cause. I am also a licensed therapist and am considering getting another Core device for my office. I love using it as a transition activity from home to work. Gives me an opportunity to check in with my various parts (see IFS therapy for more on that)and reassure them that the adult me is present and will manage things. Update to come…
The only reason this does not have 5 stars is because while the app works beautifully on its own I prefer it with the Core device. I got mine as a gift for completing my masters and used it for one week before it stopped connecting. No matter what I do or troubleshoot it doesn’t work. Customer service is non existent because this company used to be owned by someone else and from using my moms in the past we never had issues speaking to someone. Now I don’t know what’s wrong and it was basically a waste of money. Can’t get a refund, can’t get it to work and can’t reach anyone to help. But I guess if the app works that’s all that matters smh
I have been trying to practice mindfulness training for a few years, but find it incredibly difficult to do more than 5-6 minutes at a time. Having the ball has made it so much easier to remain focused. My mind races less and I find myself going 15-20 minutes without even knowing it now. It’s a part of my everyday routine that I look forward to! Try it. It’s hard to describe, but it’s amazing.
I’ve been using my core for nine months now and the selection of meditations are fantastic. I use it as needed, but when I do it instantly comes me down and allows me to focus on the core device rather than having my mind wander. Customer support is also quick and responsive and solved my problem within half a day. For those distracted by daily life who need to bring focus for a few minutes every day this is a great way to do it.
I’ve been meditating for about ten years, and in the last few I’ve used apps like Headspace to help me stay disciplined. I recently bought the Core device and gave the app a try, and I already love it! It makes a much bigger difference in helping me get centered and relaxed than any other meditation app I’ve tried. The app itself is also well designed and provides interesting and insightful info on each meditation session that I do.
I have started and stopped meditation routines many times before. I am now on a 400 day meditation streak and I absolutely attribute it to CORE. I truly look forward to meditating every day regardless of how busy or hectic my day is. The subtle vibrations of CORE to help with breathing and focus is a game changer as well as the variety of guided meditation offerings. Over this time, I have experienced many of the well documented health & wellness benefits of regular meditation. Highly recommend!
I’ve been using the Core for about a month, and I appreciate it’s simplicity and effectiveness of design. I find meditation to be quite challenging, and a calm voice over the settling vibration in my hands works surprisingly well. I suspect the software alone would be useful, but I find the Core device to be a powerful and effective way for me to stay focused when meditating.
I’ve tried meditating multiple times in the past but it’s typically a short lived experience. My mind wanders easily. Having something physically in my hands to focus on as well and vibrate in a breathing pattern is a huge help. I’m not using some of the breathing techniques without Core in my hand because i can recognize when it’s a good time to use the breathing techniques from Core.
I rarely if ever write reviews, but Core has been so impactful in the short time I’ve been using it that I felt obligated to share. I was skeptical of the impact of meditation in my own life but the app along with the device have helped me be more present and aware. I didn’t think this device and the app were “for me” a first, but I’m so happy I tried because I’m an avid and loyal user now.
This thing is wonderful! I have tried meditation before so I have a little experience but this helps guides your breathing. I questioned the core for the price or an app for free possibly? I would say if you can afford it, get it. It is worth it for me a beginner. I’ve had it a week and I’m starting to feel better. I actually want to meditate with the core.
This device is great when it works. The problem is that it doesn’t work. At least not consistently. I was so excited to get this and it was very motivating while it worked. But after a couple of weeks it stopped working consistently and correctly. I sent it back for an exchange. The new one doesn’t work either. I give up. Now I just want a refund. It is so disappointing because its a great concept but apparently they cannot execute consistently and it is too expensive to have the device and not be able to use it.
I LOVE my Core meditation trainer! It has helped me in many ways on my mindfulness journey. I have also purchased the Core by Hyperice device for several people as gifts, I love it that much! My only complaint is the inability to search by key words or topics. Today I want to focus on gratitude, I would love to be able to type “gratitude” in a search box and have all the meditations related to gratitude pop up.
Using Core has really improved my meditation practice. I have always been one to hold something to ground me when meditating but Core is so much better. The simple vibration helps me stay centered and focused. As promised I am changing my rating from a 4 to a 5 since it now talks to Health Kit! Yahoo! Love! I also love the new “chill out” soundscape and the way the lights move with the breath vibrations. I do not always want to have my eyes closed and the lights are a perfect thing to have a light focus on! I also wanted to add that this works! I just got done with a 5 minute Box Breath training and I was calm for over 4 minutes! When I started a few weeks ago I was not registering any calm time! Thanks for all you do ❤️
I am completely and utterly obsessed with this little vibrating ball paired with the Core app. I love meditating and sometimes I fall out of habit but having this around makes it fun and exciting and enjoyable. I’m learning so much and helps me stay focus (adhd brain and meditation- funny story 😉) worth every penny and I am going to tell everyone about this amazing ball!
The guided meditations + physical Core device are perfect for beginning meditators. With Core studio subscription, there are so many different instructors to choose from, there are different styles for everyone. I also like the bio feedback which gives me insight into my overall well-being. Core is a bit of an investment but it’s so worth it! It helps me sleep and reduces anxiety.
Purchased a year subscription to the premium service. Was great for 8 days then stopped working. Wrote to the company to ask for assistance. Haven’t heard back. I’ve tried resetting core, updating the software on my phone, and reinstalling the app. Nothing works.
I wish people rated the meditations so you can pick the highest ratings. Like how they tell you the length, that you can flag your favorites. Some meditations are better than others, same go as voices. Some voices are calming n others not so much. I that given the cost of the device, there should not be any additional ap user fees.
Finally - I get how meditation can make a difference
You need to pair this app with a Core Meditation Trainer and then you unlock meditation that sticks. Combines guided tracks, breath training and soundscapes plus biofeedback tracked by ECG to show you how meditation is helping you get calm and focus and how it improves your HRV over time. I love this app, and this company.
I have been using my Core daily for 2 years. Using Core has absolutely improved my meditation practice. My HRV number has increased significantly. I highly recommend for anyone looking to start a meditation practice or deepen their practice.
- Please add the breath training vibrations for the sound section. The data viz could allow for more option. For example, - showing what types of sessions you are more calm/focused in - how time of day influences your meditation (our heart rates are higher when we first wake up so it’s harder to have calm/focus time which isn’t a fair comparison to other times in the day and skews the stats - seeing %s calm/focused trended over time to track improvement and also after each session without having to calculate based on time - It would also be great if core could integrate with other popular meditation apps (potential partnerships?) like balance, Whil, etc.
Great user experience, easy to use but most importantly I feel like I am getting a very personalized walk through on how to start meditating and can see my progress. Can’t wait to dive into all the great guided meditations and keep learning
This is a game changer! I’ve been meditating on and off for years. Core brings everything together with a centering device, excellent teachers and many different approaches. I’m now meditating, practicing breathing control or just winding down every day with ease. I love Core!!
Core has helped me get control of my mind and emotions by accelerating my ability to meditate deeply. The instructor content is varied and excellent. What a difference it has made for me through some very difficult times these past six months. Amazing mental health appliance.
I’ve only completed the training modules and have already fallen in love with it. I can’t wait to see my progress and share my experience with my family and friends!
This device has been mind, body and soul changing. I suffered from “monkey mind”. The gentle vibrations help me to focus. It calms my entire nervous system. This product has helped my meditation take on new life!!! Thanks Hyperice
I have had huge issues with my device. I had to have it replaced and customer service was absolutely the worse I have experienced in a while. While they replaced my device I am still unable to use the new one and cannot get help from support. Very problematic and expensive for the horrible support. Regret spending the money.
The concept is awesome and it has kept me meditating consistently. The connection to the device itself is spotty and it stops randomly or sometimes just doesn’t work. A message to support is unanswered. If these glitches get worked out, I’d definitely give this a 5 star rating. I’ll keep at it and hope for the best.
The CORE System reduces anxiety and stress in days
The CORE Device and the meditations that accompany it have become vital for me to reduce anxiety, stress and to become more centered. In three days using the CORE system, I feel my mental state and health improving.
The meditation device and app work well. However the app will drain your battery with background activity, even with background app refresh turned off. Not sure what it needs to be doing when not active but it’s really annoying. You have to make sure to exit out of the app when done meditating.
I’m finally getting all of the benefits from meditation that I struggled to find before using Core. The guided meditations are amazing, the data helps me see how I’m progressing, and I love having a physical object to hold while I meditate. Thank you Core!
I got the Core as a gift. My partner said it would really help. My response “yeah right “ I must admit I absolutely love it. I use it daily now . The vibrations and the spoken words makes me so relaxed and calm !
Used to work well. Two updates ago Focus was eliminated. Yesterday’s update eliminated favorites and all breathing exercises. Core add MORE content and functionality! Not LESS!
Core and the meditation classes are helping center myself and control my breathing. I’ve not had it long, but it was worth the investment. There are a few kinks they have to work out, but I’m still glad I got one.
Studied meditation for over ten years and always struggled to shut off the mind. This device gives you feedback a modern day prayer/ meditation rock to remind you with biofeedback. The modern Zen of meditation ❤️🧘♂️📿
I’ve never really meditated before. I find myself focused and relaxed after each session. Pretty wild! Love the biofeedback and can tell when my mind strays to worries of the day.
I love the guided meditations. Call it coincidence, but a suggested meditation will come for whatever is happening at present. I really like holding Core and sensing the vibrations for breath or thought. I am a yoga instructor and meditation is the utmost in my practice, personally and professionally.
The Core meditation ball is AMAZING!!! It’s the best meditation system I have yet to see. The flow is smooth and time goes by very fast. I highly recommend Core Meditation!!!
I am feeling like a brand new person. Every morning when I go into the classroom now, I feel like I am entering refreshed and ready. Love Core!!! Thank you!! 🙏🏾
I really love the idea of Core, but I am having so much trouble with it telling me it can’t get a read…sometimes it works, and sometimes it doesn’t…very frustrating…
Core helps you build your inner strength with the most immersive meditation experience out there. This is meditation you can feel, guided by dynamic vibrations, audio and lighting. Connect your Core Meditation Trainer with the app, drop in, and go. Together with the Trainer, the Core app will track your personal progress using stress-level measurements and other biometric data insights. DIVE INTO OUR MEDITATION LIBRARY - Learn new Breath Training techniques, then practice them on your own with Core's guiding vibrations. - Unwind with longer guided classes, or jump into a short 3-minute session — whatever fits your schedule. - Meditations guided by our expert instructors cover a variety of topics, geared towards all experience levels. - Pick a vibration pattern, choose a duration, and drop into one of Core's original ambient and musical soundscapes. Your Core Meditation Trainer pulses alongside your sessions. Depending on the type of meditation, the vibrations will guide you in learning Breath Training techniques, or serve as a gentle reminder to help focus your attention and anchor you in the present. MEASURE YOUR PROGRESS No more wondering whether meditation is actually working for you or not. With the Core Meditation Trainer connected to your app, you can see how meditation is directly affecting your body through several different metrics: - Training - Track your consistency over time. Making meditation a part of your regular routine helps train your brain to respond to it, and unlocks numerous health benefits. - Calm - Calm is represented by the dominance of your parasympathetic nervous system. We measure this based on your heart rate and its variability over time (HRV). With practice, you can train yourself to reach a Calm state more quickly. - Focus - Some techniques get you energized, priming your mind and activating your senses into a highly responsive state. Core measures how much time you spend in a Focused state by the pattern of your heart rhythm. After each meditation, Core will show you how Calm and Focused you were. Long-term historical graphs lets you see how your resilience to stress is changing over time, and track your progress with daily streaks. Core will also integrate with Apple HealthKit to share Mindful Minutes and read data to improve the accuracy of your biometric insights. DEEPEN YOUR PRACTICE WITH CORE PREMIUM Go Premium to access our always-growing library of on-demand meditation classes. New sessions are added daily by our team of expert instructors, so you never get bored. Follow along with your favorite instructors to stay inspired and centered. All new users automatically receive a free 2-week trial of our premium content. After that, Core offers two auto-renewing subscription plans: $9.99 per month $69.99 for one year (that's less than $6 a month) The subscription will automatically renew unless turned off in your iTunes Account Settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can go to your iTunes Account settings to manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew. Your iTunes Account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. If you subscribe before your free trial ends, the rest of your free trial period will be forfeited as soon as your purchase is confirmed. Read our privacy policy here: [https://www.hellocore.com/privacy](https://www.hellocore.com/privacy) Read our terms and conditions here: [https://www.hellocore.com/terms](https://www.hellocore.com/terms)
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