Pulse TrackerHeart rate, HRV and blood pressure, all on your iPhone.
Pulse, HRV, stress and rhythm in 30 seconds with a fingertip on the camera, plus a blood pressure journal. Free. No wearable, no account.
Point your iPhone camera at the code to install. No account needed.
“Such a smart way to stay on top of your vital signs and easily share with my doctor. This has become my favorite app, totally worth the investment.”
“I'm amazed at how quickly and accurately it measures my heart rate and respiratory rate. It's very reliable and thorough.”
“The detailed analysis of my heart rhythm has given me valuable insights into my body's stress levels. Recommended!”
A heart rate monitor, blood pressure app and health journal in one
Most apps do one thing. Pulse Tracker measures what your camera can see and tracks what it can't, so your whole heart picture lives together.
Heart rate monitor
Place a finger on the camera and watch your pulse wave draw itself live. Get BPM, respiratory rate and a rhythm label (slow, normal or fast rate ranges, not a diagnosis).
Learn more →Blood pressure tracker
Log cuff readings in two taps or get a clearly labeled estimate from your pulse wave. See your stage, trends by week and month, and reminders.
Learn more →HRV & recovery
Heart rate variability (RMSSD, SDNN, pNN50) compared with your own baseline and the typical range for your age.
Learn more →Stress & energy levels
A stress and energy reading from every measurement, plus a daily heart score so you know whether to push or rest.
Learn more →Blood oxygen log
Record SpO2 readings from your pulse oximeter and keep them alongside your heart data.
Learn more →AI health assistant
Ask “is my resting heart rate normal?” and get an answer that uses your actual numbers, 24/7.
Learn more →
A blood pressure journal your doctor will actually want to see
Type the numbers from your cuff and Pulse Tracker classifies the reading on the spot, charts your trend by week and month, reminds you to measure at the same time each day, and syncs with Apple Health. After a cuff calibration it can also show an estimated reading from your pulse wave, clearly labeled, so you notice changes between cuff readings.
American Heart Association categories, in mmHg. Read the full blood pressure chart.
- Two-tap logging with notes like “before meds” or “after coffee”
- Weekly and monthly averages, morning vs evening
- Daily reminders and streaks so the data is consistent
- Share a clean summary at your next appointment
Measure your heart rate in three steps
No cuff, no chest strap, no watch. Just your fingertip and the camera you already carry.
Cover the camera
Gently place your index finger over the rear camera lens and flash. Don't press hard, light pressure gives the cleanest signal.
Hold still for 30 seconds
Rest your hand on a table and breathe normally. The app reads tiny colour changes in your fingertip with each heartbeat.
Read your results
See your BPM, HRV, respiratory rate, stress and energy, how they compare with your baseline, and what they mean in plain language.
Take a look inside
Built to help you act on your numbers
History, mood & notes
Every reading keeps your mood and notes, so your charts show what was going on, not just numbers. Share reports with your doctor.
Breathing exercises
Guided box, 4-7-8, resonance and blood-pressure breathing sessions with calming soundscapes.
AI food scanner
Snap a meal to get calories, macros and a heart-health score with healthier alternatives.
Home Screen widgets
Your latest heart rate, trend and streak at a glance without opening the app.
Apple Health sync
Read and write heart rate, HRV and blood pressure to Apple Health so your data stays in one place.
Smart reminders
Measure at the same time each day for cleaner trends. Build a streak and keep it.
Health self-tests
Quick questionnaires on stress, anxiety, sleep and heart risk factors.
Private by design
Measurements stay on your device. No account or email is required to use the app.
Start tracking your heart today
Free to download on the App Store. Measure your first heart rate in under a minute, no wearable needed.
Download for iPhoneRequires iOS 17 or later · ★ 4.7 rating · Available in 8 languages
Frequently asked questions
Is Pulse Tracker a free heart rate monitor app?
Yes. Pulse Tracker is free to download and you can measure your heart rate with the camera at no cost. An optional Premium subscription unlocks HRV, stress and energy analysis, unlimited history, blood pressure insights and the AI health assistant. You can try Premium free for 3 days and cancel any time in your Apple ID settings.
How does the iPhone camera measure heart rate?
The app uses photoplethysmography (PPG), the same optical principle used by pulse oximeters and smartwatches. You cover the rear camera and flash with your fingertip. Each heartbeat changes the amount of light passing through your skin, and the app turns those tiny brightness changes into a pulse wave, then counts the beats per minute.
Can an app really measure blood pressure?
No phone app can measure blood pressure the way a cuff does, and we are upfront about that. Pulse Tracker lets you log readings from your home blood pressure monitor, classifies them against standard categories, charts your trends and reminds you to measure. After calibrating with a cuff, the app can also show an estimate derived from your pulse wave, clearly labeled as an estimate. For any medical decision, use a validated cuff.
Do I need an Apple Watch or any wearable?
No. Everything in the app works with the iPhone alone. If you do own an Apple Watch, you can sync your measurements with Apple Health so everything lives in one place.
Is my health data private?
Your measurements are stored on your device. If you turn on Apple Health sync, data moves through Apple's encrypted HealthKit framework. We do not sell health data. See the privacy policy for details.
Which iPhones are supported?
Any iPhone running iOS 17 or later. The app also runs on iPad and Apple Vision Pro. It is available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese and Swedish.
Wellness disclaimer. Pulse Tracker is intended for general wellness use only. It is not a medical device, is not FDA cleared or approved, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or condition. Blood pressure shown in the app is either a value you entered from your own cuff or an estimate derived from the pulse signal after cuff calibration; it is not a measurement and must not be used to make medical decisions. Read the full wellness disclaimer. Camera readings, estimates and classifications are for general information only and can be affected by movement, lighting, skin temperature and other factors. Do not use them to diagnose, treat or make decisions about a medical condition. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional, and call emergency services if you have chest pain, shortness of breath, fainting or other urgent symptoms.