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Free iOS app for sensory overload

A calm safety net when everything feels too much.

Sensory SOS gives neurodivergent people, and anyone experiencing panic or sensory overload, a simple way to communicate, breathe, focus, and ground without menus, tiny text, adverts, accounts, or paywalls.

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Breathing screen with glowing blue orb
Communication cards for immediate needs
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One tap to reduce harsh visual input.

The always visible SOS toggle switches the app into a near black calming overlay instantly, helping reduce visual intensity when cognitive load is already maxed out.

Three simple tabs

Built for moments where friction is not an option.

Sensory SOS avoids complex flows. Each screen does one job clearly, with large touch targets and calm visuals.

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Communicate

Large colour coded cards show immediate needs such as quiet, space, a break, or not being touched. A tap displays the message and speaks it aloud.

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Focus

A glowing orb rides a gentle breathing rhythm, paired with subtle haptics so you can follow the pattern with your eyes open or closed.

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Ground

The 5 4 3 2 1 exercise is shown one step at a time, reducing choice paralysis and keeping attention on the next small action.

Zero friction design

Made for panic, shutdown, overload, and non verbal moments.

Sensory SOS is designed around the reality that fine motor skills, reading ability, speech, and decision making can all become harder during distress. The interface stays quiet, predictable, and direct.

Large targetsEasy to hit when hands are shaking or attention is limited.
Calm voice outputSpoken phrases help communicate needs when words are unavailable.
No account requiredThe app is free to use and designed to work locally on device.
Gentle hapticsBreathing cues can be felt without needing to stare at the screen.
Screenshots

A soft interface that keeps the next action obvious.

Sensory SOS communication tab
Communicate
Sensory SOS focus tab with moving orb
Focus
Sensory SOS 5 4 3 2 1 grounding exercise
Ground
Sensory SOS full screen message
Need cards
About the app

Completely free, supported by optional donations.

Sensory SOS has no adverts, no subscriptions, no paywalls, and no locked features. Support through Buy Me a Coffee is optional and does not unlock extra content or priority access.

Important note: Sensory SOS is a wellbeing support tool. It is not medical care, diagnosis, therapy, or emergency services. If you are in immediate danger, contact local emergency services or a trusted person nearby.

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Keep sensory support close, even when words are hard.

Free to download. No adverts, no subscriptions, no paywalls. Just calm support when you need it most.

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