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BrilliantThe app is simple, stripped of anything not functional - and a beautiful interface! Would recommend.Version: 2.1.0

10 out of 10 customer experience!This app is by far my favorite app on the App Store, hands down. Top quality audoscapes that are well worth getting you hands on! I recently experienced a glitch with one of the newest updates. I reached out to the team and explained my situation and got a response from them within 10 minutes! After a few back and forth a they pushed out 3 updates in an attempt to help me with my issue! 3! These guys are amazing. The guy I was talking to was very polite and apologetic and worked his hardest to help me resolve my issue. Stu, you are a legend mate, thank you! Dave..Version: 3.7.2

Great for relaxation/sleepLove this App, paid for the extra portals and feel it is worth it. For future development, the video in the portal looks slightly low resolution when full screen, looks good when within the circle prior to clicking. I wish it could be a bit higher resolution, ruins the effect somewhat as this inhibits feeling immersed. Also if there is some way to do an AR look-around thing within the portal view, that would be amazing!.Version: 2.0.1

Best of its kind, but…,I have used just about every app of this kind available. This is no doubt the best of the bunch. Quality of the spatial sound is fantastic. Clearly some sound engineers who know a thing or two about recreating soundscapes. However, I am on a subscription boycott. I will subscribe to a magazine that gives me a new issue every month. I will subscribe to a book club for the same reason. With this app my experience tells me that I will find a group of sounds that I use frequently and the others I likely won’t touch. So just paying monthly…., because. ….. I would purchase this for a reasonable fee and would be happy to buy a la carte different portals as the need arose. But I won’t pay indefinitely (and the lifetime subscription is a bit pricey).Version: 3.7.3

AmazingEspecially if you have smart lights and good speakers- this experience is amazing. But if you don't, it is such a good use of immersive and well designed software with stunning footage and sound that I recommend it to anyone that loves nature (bar going into nature itself). Just get it and support great developers..Version: 1.0.1

Wow!Actually does what it says!.Version: 2.0.0

Deep QualityI’m always looking for apps that will help me to relax and which provide supportive and soothing background environments. One day I came across Portal. Right away, I noticed the excellent content. But what really caught my attention was the obvious and very deep quality that went into the design and creation of this application. That quality made it such a pleasure to use and intensified the experience of the outstanding content. At one point, I contacted support with some questions. The sincerity and supportiveness of their responses has been equal to the quality I experienced in the app itself. It has been such a pleasure to use the app and to interact with the people behind it. I purchased the application. I use it every day. I very much enjoy using Portal..Version: 3.0.5

Amazing!I just downloaded this app, and I am so happy that I did. I’ve been looking for a decent app that plays sound like this for awhile. It helps me to sleep or really focus when I am studying. Some of the other apps just haven’t done it for me, and while searching for a new one I found Portal. You get a few “portal’s” for free, but have to purchase the rest. For me, this wasn’t an issue. I happily paid the $3.99 to unlock all the features as a one-time payment. Some apps make you pay for each separately, so it was nice to only have to pay once to unlock it all. The sounds are so crystal clear and sound great. The look and feel of the app is also very nice. You can hook it up to philips hue lights which I don’t have yet, but plan on buying in the future so I think that will be cool. I really only have one complaint. In the portals there is a guided breathing exercise, and it tells you on the screen when to breathe in and out. I really wish there was a way to have it narrated for you. Sometimes I like to close my eyes when doing breathing exercises and obviously I can’t see the screen when my eyes are closed. Other then that, this app is awesome! 5 stars for sure. I can’t wait to see what other portals they add in the future..Version: 2.0.0

Amazing UpdateI previously left a 3 star review for this app. It has had a big update. More sounds, more options for sounds, and an AMAZING feature that allows the sound from the app play on top of sounds from other apps. This means I can use meditation apps alongside the soundscapes from Portal. The new sounds are incredible. The update was only released yesterday, so I have only used the new update for one mediation sitting - but I’m blown away. This is a great update and the app is now terrific value for money. Quality work from the developers. Really looking forward to future updates now (which I hope could include sounds from the shore of a Scottish loch, rain in a Japanese forest, breeze and bird song of a Mediterranean island, sea and wind sounds from Ireland’s west coast, the Louisiana Bayou...) Highly recommended 5*.Version: 2.0.0

Quite niceThe collection of wallpapers and sounds is definitely high quality. I don't have lights to attest to that feature. I will enjoy the trial but unfortunately cannot justify $40/year for the privellage. I will await a sale.Version: 1.2.2

Love it!What beautiful sounds of nature. I appreciate the authenticity of what you’ve created here. No need to add 5-6 sounds to achieve what just one portal has. Although it may seem like the app is expensive to use, I can understand why it’s priced the way it is. These are real sounds from real places and the visuals are beautiful. I’m in awe. This is just simply amazing. When I meditate I can fall asleep exactly where I’m sitting lol. It usually takes me hours to fall asleep but not while using this app, I’m asleep in minutes. I’ve actually just finished meditating and I’m ready for a nap after using this app lol! Kudos to the developers!.Version: 3.5.3

Worth itThis app is amazing. Some background: I am ADHD and so I can always find distractions even when there aren’t any. I once caught myself admiring a table instead of reading my textbook. My way to minimize this had been music, but I hadn’t found ambiance that wasn’t distracting and lasted for a while. Portal fixes both of these problems. Especially once you open up the full library, the sounds it provides are amazing and perfect for helping you focus or escape. All of it’s sounds are amazing and I’ve gotten a real boost in efficiency thanks to the app. My only wish is for more sounds. The 14 they provide are all very effective and neat, but I’m very tempted to ask for more. For instance: they provide mainly nature sounds form around the world. Maybe one or two city (I’m a suburb boy) soundscapes would be interesting. Also, maybe another synthesized sound scape like the whale or jellyfish would be nice. But I absolutely love the app and I recommend it much more than the others that charge a subscription fee.Version: 2.0.1

WowI downloaded this on the strength of the reviews. I’ve already signed up for the 7 day free premium trial and I’m sure I’ll happily keep paying. It’s amazing !!! The evocative sounds just take you away and remove all unwanted junk from your head. So far I’ve used the app to calm my mind, and to escape. I will use it to help me focus on creative work and I can see it being fantastic for meditation and help sleeping. Stunning app guys. Thank you. Now just need it on Mac OS please 😘 xx.Version: 3.1.0

Really great except one thing: Could be 5 starsI don’t listen to my music loud so I usually have it on the lowest setting, and even when I have the sound on this app turned up all the way I’m am still not able to hear these wonderful sounds. Wish the volume slider was higher on this or have the sounds louder in general. Also, if there was just regular white noise that would be AMAZING!! Edit: i like that the developer takes suggestions and responds to reviews, good customer service. But if i raise my volume my music will be too loud and if i keep it where it is it wont be loud enough :( The balance is off. I decided to give them another star. I REALLY enjoy that you can listen too “white noise” in the background while SIMULTANEOUSLY listening to something else. I have yet to find another FREE app that does a better job of this. The “white noise” also pairs really well with noise cancellation. Props to you guys. A few minor problems.Version: 3.1.0

I use this app every night but now there’s no sound, help!The new update is great but the screen goes black when I try to use it…..there’s a circle there with name of the sound but no sound or picture….. Can’t get any of them. I absolutely love this app, I use it every night. It definitely helps me get to sleep. I really thought it’d be one of those I get and then delete/or never use again, but I actually love it..Version: 3.5.3

Love this App!This is just the greatest, most innovative idea come to life. The quality of the picture is incredible and the sound is amazeballs!! I open the portal and I’m immediately transported…there are so many wonderful locations it’s hard to choose!! I admit, I dropped the coin for the full version, but it is well worth the investment. The options are pretty broad, although I would like to see more beach locations, including at least one with a 🔥 bonfire👍…wind swept dunes. Like that. .I love the whales and more of those would work too! Thank you for a great app! I love it more every time I use it!!☺️.Version: 3.5.3

LOVE THISThank you so much for creating a clean, minimal design. I love it! P.s. I’m from Africa and it would be cool to have some African portals I.e. Serengeti, or Maasai Mara… wind in the dessert or through grass ❤️.Version: 3.4.2

Amazing features: exactly what I wantedI almost never write reviews, but after the most recent 2.0 update I just feel the need to. This app is perfect. The last two things it needed was Siri Shortcuts and the promised syncing with Hue lights, and the developers have delivered. I haven’t been so happy to update an app in a while, and just getting my shortcuts and automations exactly how I want them has been a dream. Thank you so much to the whole Portals team, I can’t wait to see what you do next. I also can’t wait until my alarm goes off tomorrow morning to hear the sound of a Thai beach and have my lights all come on at just the right color. Seems way better than waking up to music, I’ll tell you that..Version: 2.0.0

So Helpful!I found the vivid videos along with the audio calming my stress levels significantly especially when combined with the breathing exercises available within the app!Really appreciate the development of this app!Helped me calm myself significantly!.Version: 3.2.0

Great app! Great developers!!Update: Everything said before still goes! A year (or more?) later and developers still staying true to their customers! And thankyou for update on new sounds coming, I can not wait!!! And thankyou for taking in customer feedback and adding more variety of sounds💛 Previous review: I just wanted to update review since last app update and say again, it was refreshing to see an app devoloper stay consitent, although they switched to a subscription model they did add a way to pay a 1 time fee, and although its more then the $4, still compared to other apps $30 for lifetime is far more reasonable. But most important thing to note is they allowed the users who previously paid the $4 to buy the app to keep the full version along with all the updates, so when you purchase from this devoloper you can be assured you will keep what you paid for regardless of any future changes in the pricing model, and that is hard thing to come by now a days in the apple world, so thankyou! Suggestions: I also would love to see some more light autumn/forest sounds, maybe without birds (or at least light bird sound in distance and spread out a bit) in future, there are lots of water ones wich are great but more like the barley field one (wich is PERFECTLY done!) I would love!.Version: 3.7.4

This and Endel = magicI’m in love with the app Endel but I recently wanted to try something else so I don’t get sick of it. I just started listening to Portal today and I’m in love. The sounds are crisp, quiet enough to not be distracting but loud enough to be immersive, and just overall incredibly calming. I hate ‘focus’ music that has a beat or has any kind of high energy, but I also struggle with finding calming background noise that doesn’t eat up more brain space than the thing I’m actually trying to do. It’s a very tricky balance but I think I’ve managed to find two reliable resources for calming background noises. Bonus: so far there have been no in-app purchases or locked premium content, which is a nice break. :).Version: 3.4.1

Cool app with room for improvement.This is a pretty cool and innovative app. Multiple portals with visual scenery, spacial audio support and even smart lighting integration for HomeKit for more immersion. Two things I would like to see though are an Apple TV app and Mindfulness tracking in HealthKit for breathing exercises..Version: 3.5.1

Stunning, well designed and fantastic contentI was today years old when I discovered the MacOS version of Portal. I've been waxing lyrical about the iOS version for years, and I can't tell you how many hours of extra sleep I've been able to get over time (with the aquarium portal being particularly effective for me). The MacOS version of the app is simply stunning. It. Just. Works. The UI is intuitive, somehow running full-screen wallpaper video at incredible qualilty without stressing the laptop. The shots are wonderfully composed, and the audio quality puts you right there. If I'm working from home, with the kids at school or doing activities, the quietness can be distracting, particularly with ADHD. The regular, predictable ambient sounds of the environment allow me to focus on what's in front of me, and be in the moment. As someone not known for willingly engaging in exercise, if I'm out and about, the 10 minute walk from the station to the office with Portal playing in my bluetooth headset takes me out of the busy streets, and I'm at the station before I realise. I'm now looking forward to the commute, as it gives me a chance to escape. One app for relaxation and focus? Yes. This one..Version: 1.1.0

I love it but...This is awesome... except it’s ridiculous that you need to pay $45 a year for all the features, it’s such a good idea and is super relaxing but it should be less expensive because it’s just a small relaxing app that I won’t use that often. My suggestion, add a life time feature, so instead of people paying each year, they pay like $30 to have all the features forever. If you made it a bit less expensive I probably would have paid for it..Version: 3.3.3

Stunningly BeautifulI recall first coming across this app soon after launch and instantly fell in love with it. The quality and presentation just blew my mind. The selection of portals were initially limited but of an incredibly high standard. It’s plain to see the care and love that’s been put into this. I was absolutely delighted to find this huge new update with so many stunning portals to enjoy. And if that was not enough, I’ve been given a lifetime subscription as a thank you for my initial support and purchase. I don’t think I’ve ever felt as genuinely valued by a business, small or large as much as I do now. This is now hands down the greatest value I’ve ever gotten from a App Store purchase. This app makes every day just that little bit better. Thank you so much, and thanks also to all the others who supported this app and made this possible! As for suggestions - being able to access this via a browser would be amazing, especially when we’re desk bound and at work. Similar to how it works on the calm site. I like the idea of little virtual portal walks also. Videos that take you on a little scenic stroll for some beautiful landscapes. For the times you want something little more dynamic than a fixed view. Would be lovely especially now with our current circumstances limiting our movements..Version: 3.0.2

Well worth itI have tried a number of nature sound apps and well-being apps, and other than Headspace, Portal is by far and away the best one I have found. Even though I haven’t yet explored its full potential, I try to find at least a five minutes everyday when I can just close my eyes and be transported outside - essential during these COVID restrictions! Thank you, keep up the great work..Version: 3.2.0

I dig it!I just love when technology is used for great things! This is a thoughtfully designed app that leverages the power of technology to help benefit society as a whole … It’s really delightful to see. As a project manager who works in tech, this app checks all the boxes for me … It makes sense/addresses a need, it’s beautiful AND is easy to use (LoL), and it’s inspirational, which is the real game changer nowadays … Oh, and an added bonus when I had questions, the team got back to me quickly with a personalized response. So delightfully unexpected! My suggestions (and why I gave 4 out of 5 stars) — I would love the ability to project the landscapes to my tv. It’d be nice to swap out these scapes between reruns of Star Trek to play in the background as I work during the day ;D! Also, I would love love love, if I could send the sound to my Sonos speakers! What’s more immersive than surround sound baby! Keep up the great work team! And if you ever need a peep in PM / Operations - put me in coach! Love what I’m seeing so far! Best, -j..Version: 3.5.8

Must-have appAbsolutely LOVE this app! Really easy to use, and the interface is beautiful. Each update makes the app better and better - I can’t wait to see where we’re going to be transported to next! My only feedback would be that it would be great to increase the volume a little more - I use it while listening to an audiobook and sometimes the quieter tracks are hard to hear even on max in the app..Version: 3.3.0

Cool imagesNot bad really want to airplay this on my telly.Version: 2.1.0

Really goodIt helps a lot but I couldn’t sleep idk it’s my hearing or it’s the thing that better is the money ones so yeah 4/5.Version: 3.3.0

GoodLife time price over 200 smackers, maybe it’s a good price but there are very similar which are definitely better price. Although you might say that our one is better because it does this and that, but, I understand your trying to make a profit (nothing wrong with that reasoning) unfortunately it’s rather to much. But I’ll stick to the freebie at the moment. Thanks 😊.Version: 3.5.3

So glad its now on Mac as wellI've loved the iOS version of Portal for that last few years. I use it on Focus mode for getting into a flow state with work, then the Escape mode for having a quick siesta. The authentic quality of the sounds is obviously brilliant, but it is the incredible user experience within the apps that make it far better than the alternatives that i've tried. Keep up the great work Portal Labs!.Version: 1.0.2

Nothing better then thisI love it a lot a few updates I would like please add like a 360 version where you can have a look at the area the portal is I would also like more free portals like angel falls or desert wind stuff like that also I would like of there was a mode where it 3D sound so it’s all around the Room you can here it any ways I highly recommend this app.Version: 2.1.0

Brave & BrilliantIt is no very often when we come across products or services that are built on a brave and brilliant idea, with imagination and expertise. Starting from its name, Portal is one of my top discoveries this year. It made real use how much I missed travel over the last 18 month and how magical conversions with nature can really be. Easy to navigate with slick UX, as well as full of greasy ideas on how to integrate into daily routine. The imagery, locations choice and sounds quality is best in class. Really well done.Version: 3.4.2

Best app on my phoneI have had this app for about 4 years and it is without a doubt my favorite app in my phone. I love using it for studying, for falling asleep and for when I need a quiet moment to myself. The visuals are stunning, the sound is incredible and every single collection takes me somewhere I’ve never been. The attention to detail is incredible and it really shows how much care and work has gone into every single portal. I can tell that the developers care about their customers because of the commitment to privacy and providing an amazing product at an affordable price. Thank you Portal! This is my favorite app on my phone and I use it every day!.Version: 3.7.4

DougLove the sounds.Version: 3.1.0

Absolutely beautiful in every wayAll I can say is this is a MUST HAVE APP. Get this app, buy the one-off premium which gives you more sounds and even lets you pair with your Philips hue kit! (but if you don’t it’s still brilliant) and honestly you will not regret it, it’s perfect for unwinding in the evenings or when studying, the app is gorgeous visually and content-wise, with really high quality soundscapes and videos to match, it’s so refreshing to see apps so well produced on the App Store, and this developer deserves so much praise for this, please keep up the hard work!.Version: 2.0.1

A subtle masterpiece of visual and audiable effectsIn my decades of wilderness travels, I've learned to appreciate the "pace" of scenic vistas -- in terms of their sounds, weather, and creature movements therein. Portal will make you feel "present" in beautifully curated scenic vistas while you work. Install Portal and select from among dozens of stunning scenic vistas for display on your desktop background. Add headphones to "hear" them as well. Twenty minutes in, take a moment to clear your desktop and pause work for 5 minutes to look and listen carefully at Portal's scenic vista. It is the moment when you discern a subtle "pace" -- of a spider's thread gently weaving itself in the breeze, a leaf falling, clouds slowly rising above glacial ice, sunlight movement through the mist etc -- THIS is what makes Portal's scenic vistas so magical and fresh through your day! Portal artfully energizes my unconscious mind with subtle background visuals and audio effects while I work. I am delighted to have found Portal! With gratitude, my thanks goes to Stuart Chan and team!!.Version: 1.0.3

You guys have done it again!!!It has been a while since I have used Portal. But with my new job, I am in a small inside office with no windows. I thought I would load Portal on my Mac so that I could try to have some outside in my life. In doing this, I found the active desktop feature. It may not be new, but it’s new to me. AND IT'S AWESOME. If I could isolate the Portal sounds to certain Bluetooth speakers in my office while keeping other sounds on my desk speaker, I may think I had an office window with a great view. Keep up the great work, guys. I am so happy right now..Version: 1.0.6

Very helpfulI love this app. I have depression and have struggled to sleep and relax. This app has been really helpful. Having the Philip hue lights does really enhance the experience. Without the lights it is still effective..Version: 2.0.1

Great app and respects my privacy!I LOVE this app! Not only for the beautiful soundtracks, but also because the developers do NOT collect your personal info or track your every move online. I stopped using a similar app now that I can see the ridiculous amount of data it collects and uses from me. I understand developers need to make money, and I bought the premium package. It’s a small price for such a variety of sounds and the extra peace of mind knowing I can use the app and have my privacy respected. I’d give it 10 stars if I could!.Version: 3.4.0

A brilliant transfer to the MacBeen using the phone app for a couple of years now and have been looking forward to Portal being available on the Mac. Really pleased to see that the locations from the phone app have been brought over to the mac, in additon to some new locations (hope these will be on the phone app too?). I mainly use the apps for the immersive audio, but the visuals are gorgeous and the interfaces are slick and easy to use. Many thanks to the Portal team for their ongoing committment to developing this app..Version: 1.0.1

WonderfulUpdate as of March 2021; I love this app! The only reason why I have given this 4 stars & not 5 is because I’d love to make a request for one change or addition. I would love it if any future update enabled the live images to rotate into a horizontal view with the rotating of the phone & not just the current portrait view. That way, it would be brilliant to pop my phone on its side & see a wide angle view of the beautiful footage on the app. I love the easy use. The varied choice of sounds & music is generous. The layout is stylish but also easy to navigate & to change between the different sounds. I listened to one of them today in the afternoon & I think I must’ve nodded off within minutes. One of my favourite apps. If any update allows the video live images to rotate with the phone into a horizontal view, I’ll give this a perfect 5. One additional thing that would make this perfect......I have this on my iPhone but, if the same app could be downloaded onto my MacBook, that would be truly fantastic!.Version: 3.3.0

Amazing app,,improved my focus x100I didn’t think this app would help me but since I could never focus on doing chores or schoolwork, I downloaded it anyway. Now, I absolutely love this app! It seriouslyyy helps with my focus. The sounds are very realistic? not sure how to describe it, but it has great audio and it really sounds like you’re there. I also like how it says the location of the sounds and has the pictures. It’s a nice touch. I can relax and imagine myself being there, even while I’m working on a difficult project. I paid for the subscription so I can listen to all the sounds, but if you don’t pay, you can listen to only 6. The subscription is $39/Year, but if you struggle with focus, sleep, or stress, it’s totally worth it. This is also the most aesthetic app I’ve ever seen. ((If the Devs see this)) I’m wondering how often a new sound is made? And will there ever be a sound taken from a cafe or some city?.Version: 3.3.2

ReviewAbsolutely love the sounds in the app. However, I hate the fact that it’s subscription based rather that one time pay. It would be great, if I could buy a certain sounds only. Thanks for such great app.Version: 3.3.0

Fantastic and wonderful will only grow more soI have to go 5 stars I have suggestions but the overall effect is it’s displaced much of my other music listening and ‘white noise’ sleep machine use. Overall currently there is a trend towards steady sounds for relaxation sleep and focus and fewer that make me feel more awake and feel a bright sunny day (like the cows of Slovenia!). The Scottish locales are fantastic along with brooks, the winters mountains and wind awesome. It’s a bit of a learning curve what to navigate (check out the faqs I learned that sleep mode isn’t just certain portals it’s a MODE as are the others), and as above some perhaps ‘activating’ (bright sky something motor than continuous sound but not distracting jars of surprise obviously. The rustling barely field is another good one. I also very much enjoy the smart nightjar integration and had a ‘oooooh’ moment changing to the fireplace and having my light go from some glue to amber flames! Looking forward to playing around getting it on bigger screens and seeing what happens with the range of dynamics in portals as they come up. Clearly some are the favorites but I suspect it’s hard to predict until they make it and see. Shirt of my one fav streaming music app possibly the best yearly subscription (and much less $!) I’ve spent!!.Version: 3.7.4

Absolutely amazing...I’ve tried many focus and mindfulness apps and this one clearly wins by a mile. Very nice sounds, very clear and immersive images, absolutely brilliant. Amazing also the functionality to pair use with Philips Hue and have the app set the ambient led lights... totally going to try this out in the coming days. In this period where due to the pandemic the mind is often burdened with many negative thoughts and the chance to travel limited too, this app is really a nice change to “wonder with the mind”. Great also the breathing functionality. Subscribed straight away to the paid content, even if you don’t need to for good set of free scenarios. Well done to the dev team, exellent app, please also create more evening indoor ambients too, like mountain chalet and fireplace restaurant and more more please..Version: 3.0.3

Stuck at updating5 stars because it’s the best. However it’s stuck at updating some of the places it says 100% complete but it stays there forever. Luckily i can still play those sounds..Version: 3.5.9

Good SupportBought a one year subscription in July, really loved the app. It does what is promised. Now, when I use it, I am prompted to take out a membership, with no option for signing in and no acknowledgement that I already have paid for a membership, which should still have 10 months to run. Unless they can fix these bugs, it is simply not worth paying for. (UPDATE: Support were helpful. Deleted and reinstalled app, and updated OS from 13.4.1 to 13.4.2. This resolved the issue, though it is unclear why it started in the first place)..Version: 1.0.6

Great meditation appOne of the best app for relaxing and enjoying an afternoon meditation. Use it at nights to fall asleep. The Interactive interface is sooo beautiful. Thank you Portal you guys are the best.Version: 3.7.4

Life changing appThere is nothing like this app on your Mac. Transport yourself, free your mind, relax, escape it really opens up your perspective on how dull your desktop has been all these years. I use this app every single day, all day and have a monitor devoted to it. I should also add that the team that makes this app is phenomenal and incredibly talented..Version: 1.0.1

The best app I have usedIf you are reading this just download the app. Its not got aggressive monetisation like some sound apps for like £9.99 its slick and very modern looking. I’m 1000% going to pay for this. To the developers, you have done an amazing job in making this app. It really helps me out when I get anxious or feel like I’m going to have a panic attack. You should add the option for users to do a variable price. So £3.99 being the lowest and then give us the option to give you what we think the app is worth I would happily pay more. 🙏🏼.Version: 2.1.0

Most effective App to get in the Zone!!!Absolutly love this app!!! I tend to be very easily distracted and this app gets me right into the zone, for deep focus work - I lose complete track of time and it has improved my productivity 10 fold!! The user interface and experience is beautiful, love the design of both the iPhone App and Desktop App, so easy to. navigate and love the back ground information provided on the scenes and sounds. The breathing exersises are fantastic too, highly recommend if you love good design, want to tune into your flow state to work your magic and produce your best work yet, thank you so much for the creators for creating this beautiful app!.Version: 1.2.3

Free portalsWish there were more free portals but overall great app👍.Version: 3.3.1

One of my favourite appsI used to use this app on my IPad on my desk. I am just as happy with it on my iPhone. I love how it can sort of merge with other apps so I can listen to my audiobook while feeling relaxed. This was definitely worth the purchase as I’ve used it almost every single day..Version: 3.4.1

The 8k footage looks super sharpThis is like a window to these different environments, very cool idea.Version: 1.0.1

The BEST Portal platform is Mac!I've been a recent convert to Portal either on my iPhone or iPad, but Portal for Mac (which uses the same subscription) is superb. The full-desktop videos are stunning, and the sound immersive. Team with Rogue Amoeba's AirFoil app to stream to HomePods for an even better experience. Now when I am working from home, Portal is my environment all day. (OK, I turn it off during those pesky phone calls.).Version: 1.0.3

An excellent focus appThis greatly helps in focusing the mind during work and helps in relaxing as well. However, the subscription cost is a bit too high since I only like one or two background sets. Any chance we could purchase them seperately at a lower cost?.Version: 1.1.0

Love this app!I've been using the iPhone/iPad versions of Portal for years (apparently, I'm a "Portal Pioneer"), and the new Mac app might be even better. Love the breathtaking desktops, the sound is spectacular (especially with some good headphones (or AirPods for spatial audio), and if the rumoured Apple TV version is coming soon I'll be getting that as well. A fantastic and most welcome app for the Mac from a small, but enthusiastic and talented team of developers..Version: 1.0.6

A Multitool for Your Mind - Pure Bliss!I am absolutely floored by this app! Picture a Swiss Army knife, but instead of being for physical needs, it's designed for rejuvenating the mind and soul. This app is a masterfully crafted gateway to the world's most breathtaking natural vistas, regardless of where you physically might be. The audio is a standout feature for me - the natural sounds are so immersive, you can almost feel the ocean spray or the grass beneath your feet. It's a transformative experience that takes you straight out of your typical environment and into the heart of nature. Best of all, the organic symphony of nature is evergreen. In conclusion, I cannot recommend this app enough. It's a necessity for anyone looking to spruce up their productivity and bring a bit of nature's magic into their everyday tasks!.Version: 1.0.1

Love this app!I don’t write reviews for things, but needed to share that this app is my favorite of all the apps I use. It is an essential part of my life now and should be hardcoded into my phone. I splurged on AirPods Max this year just for this app. I listen to different portals to go to sleep at night and when I have a tough project requiring focus or when I need extra help with migraine relief. This app and the various scenes are amazing in sound and visual quality. I like the increasing variety presented (I love the storms, fireside, and forest sounds the most, though the lava ones are a surprising new favorite), and look forward to more places and soundscapes and app versions in the future (Yule log? Seasonal forests? Night sounds/summer crickets? App for AppleTV?) Thanks to the developers for providing a beautiful and natural experience with almost no music, and for the little extras like the gentle alarms built into the timers that transition you from a focus/relaxation episode kindly. I highly recommend the app to everyone..Version: 3.7.4

Outstanding app and devs!This app blew me away the quality of the sounds and scenery is fantastic the way it instantly becomes your desktop seamlessly with no interference is magical after trying it going forward this will be a forever staple of tools I use to better my life As its free to try I strongly reccomend anyone curious to give it a shot and I hope it brings people as much joy as it does to me As someone who is autistic and has a lot of daily stress and can be overwhelmed by unwanted noise and too much auditory stimulation I find portal to be a tool to better my life going forward and help bring e peace of mind I reached out to the devs and stu was incredibly understanding of my situation and helped me out with the cost of this app these four people are doing incredible work and are super passionate about bettering peoples lives they are kind caring people and are doing what they can to make something that helps people and gives some peace of mind and stress relief from a busy world I can't thank them enough for changing my life going forward and countless people around the world ^^.Version: 1.1.0

Portal is the best relaxing app out thereI like portal very much I use it if I’m having a bad day streets or sleeping prity much. I like how you only have to pay a one time fee and that’s it no monthly or annual subscription. Like Luther apps do. One thing I will mencheaon is the Philips hue section is a little bit buggy I find that I will have deleted and reinstall the app to get it working again Luther then that aslsome.Version: 3.0.3

Truly amazing.Helps get me through the day. Such an awesome product..Version: 2.0.1

Alarm functionThe app is great, I wish it didn’t change my phones screen brightness to the highest setting when stopping an alarm. Not how I want to wake up..Version: 3.5.9

Amazing!!The natural sounds helps me to focus and concentrate especially when I am working from home it takes me away from all my distractions. This is an app that I was looking for, However I would love to have the background view to turn landscape as well because the moving scenes are just as real amazing. I believe this has made me feel like I’m in one of the scenes. Sooo relaxing and wonderfulll Thank youu !.Version: 2.0.1

BrilliantBeen a long-term ios fan of Portal, but this mac version takes it to another level. Wonderful as a background whilst working or for totally immersing in a location to de stress and chill. Only thing I'd like to see in a future update is the ability to go full screen without the task bars. Highly recommended..Version: 1.0.1

AMAZING but....Amazing, but paying another subscription prevents me from using it.Version: 1.2.0

This is the best money Iv ever spent.Hands down. I use it to sleep, wake up, meditate, my kids like watching and exploring the different sights and sounds and my husband, who has an honours degree from VFS in Sound Design was very impressed with the quality of the recordings..Version: 3.3.1

Great support teamReally like the sound of the App. Was having an issue with AirPlay, which seems to have resolved itself for now, but nonetheless after leaving a review, the team was really quick to reach out and their commitment to a great user experience was obvious. I may or may not run into my AirPlay issue again, but I feel confident the team is looking into what caused it and there’ll be a fix for it. Thanks to Stuart!.Version: 3.5.6

The best work-from-home tool I've foundPortal is that rare app that's worthy of your time and attention because that's precicely what it gives you in return—time and attention. It's. so. zen. I've used Portal on my iPhone for a couple of years, projecting it to my Homepod for pleasant morning birdsong and water lapping on the shores of Lake Bled, or Triglav thunderstorms for a soothing night's sleep; I've even taken the birds of Fingle Woods with me on my walks while I simultaneously listen to a podcast or audiobook. But the desktop app brings a whole new dimension to the experience. I'm mesmerized by the beauty of the video taking over my desktop background in its gentle, near-seamless loop. It's a window into the outside world—any outside world that you want right now. Is it a river? A waterfall? A beach? A field? A rainy forest? Portal has brought my mind to a whole new place of focus and productivity I hadn't felt for some time. I adore it. This is a uniquely poignant and important productivity tool, the true missing piece in the remote worker's arsenal. You might try mixing it with music, too—I always love a good afternoon Lo-Fi listen—and see where your focus takes you. I've been in contact with the team behind Portal, and they're a pleasure to talk with. They take feedback sincerely and their craft seriously. I can't wait to see what they bring to Portal next!.Version: 1.0.6

Been waiting for the Mac app for years. Blown away!I've been using Portal on iPad (for focus and meditation) and iPhone (for sleep) since right after their launch. Every few months I check if there is a Mac app so I don't always have to keep my iPad nearby to use it. I finally saw the Mac app last week and WOW was I blown away. They've really taken the app to the next level rather than just going with a more simple port. The dynamic desktop and degree of immersion are incredible, especially on large displays. The ease of access in the menu bar is great too, as are so many other little details. Couldn't recommend it more highly!.Version: 1.0.3

I never write reviews... but!This app is EXCEPTIONAL! I read about it in an article and decided to give it a try. Although I’m currently on the 7 day trial of the premium service, I’m definitely going to purchase the subscription. It’s well worth the investment. I have a daily meditation practice, a daily gratitude practice and now I have this. I can escape whenever I like! Don’t forget to WEAR YOUR HEADPHONES!.Version: 3.6.1

Beautiful app that goes beyondThis app is meticulously designed and implemented with technical expertise with gorgeous artistry. It’s thoughtfully developed with the user in mind - it is an exemplary app for being customer-centric. The nuanced sound and visuals, and functionality of the app are impressive. The developers clearly thought through each step of the design, user-experience, and continuously think of ways to improve and expand. As an early purchaser of the app, it’s been such a joy and delight to see the app grow, and keep adding to my enjoyment and daily use of the app. The customer service for the app is top notch. They are responsive and genuine in their passion and commitment to improving to the app, and sincerely listening with intent to the comments and suggestions of their customers. This is a top-notch app built and continues to be thoughtfully improved with passion and dedication with the customer in mind..Version: 3.1.0

Great appI love this app. It is extremely satisfying to break up your work day with short pauses to relax with this. Whilst I'd still advocate for actually going outside (!!) this really helps on the most bleak grey / rainy days. I also messaged the developer with questions and ideas, and they provided an excellent reply - they really care about the future development and user experience. The subscription is pricey, but so far has definitely been worth it. Recommended!!.Version: 1.2.1

Incomparable to other appsBeautiful UI Excellent developers Awesome updates.Version: 2.0.0

Dear Portal, I love You!Let’s just get one thing straight, portal is truly amazing! I love the design and layout of the app, it brings on a sense of tranquility before I even indulge in a sound and everything is accessible meaning, easy to navigate :) Plus, there are soooo many different sounds to choose from. I use it 24/7 when i’m meditating, resting, writing, working, studying, walking and etc... I haven’t yet found an activity that doesn’t coincide with this app. It’s also been a great get a way while in quarantine these past 8 months, I found that it helps relieve anxiety & stress! I could rave on and on about this app but I won’t bore you. Just try it, you’ll love it!.Version: 3.1.0

Beat my expectationsI expected this app to be like the rest, an app that played choppy and low quality audio from “places in nature”, but it’s the exact opposite. The audio quality is on point, and the visuals compliment it. Great app, I would recommend..Version: 3.3.2

PortalMy oasis and foil against it all .Damien McDonell.Version: 2.1.0

Love it - RecommendationI wish I could cast it to my lounge TV so I can relax after work..Version: 3.7.4

It’s okSounds are nice, I liked the thunderstorm one. Fell asleep relaxed so I guess it does it’s job there. I just wish the visuals weren’t just a still image. It would be cool if we could move the picture around and see more of the place. Kind of like google earth..Version: 3.7.2

Game Changer for MoodIf you're looking for quality audio and a crisp refreshing video to pull you into a scene this app does so perfectly. There's so many options to choose from I've had no trouble selecting favourites depending on my mood or what I needed to get done that day. A few highlights I've loved: -The ease of access to background noise and a favourites selection directly from the menu bar. -A dynamic and high quality video of the scene which automatically becomes the desktop background to enhance its effect. -The customer support (shoutout to Stu) is awesome, with a fast response time, amazing attitude and you can be assured they’ll help in any way they can. All in all great experience, 5 stars..Version: 1.0.6

Impressive work from a small team!First off the fact that theres 3 FREE scenes 8k with spatial audio and links up to your hue lights? Unreal. Im so thrilled that i stumbled onto this and ill be telling my apple friends. To all 4 of you, thank you for this free no-strings version that updates monthly. i'll be closely watching to see if the monthly subscription drops/has a sale or promotion. Hell, if i get some overtime ill probably get the annual. 5/5 fantastic stuff guys, well done.Version: 1.2.0

Magic!I have several apps for relaxation, this outstrips them all by far. I love that it is just a one off payment. Well worth it, I’m not a fan of subscriptions. And the tracks! Absolutely awesome, my most favorite is the Amazon rainforest, I always go back to that one. Well done to the developers, and thank you!.Version: 3.2.0

WorksThis app is so nice I love the music and the background and the timer is great to otherwise I would spend the whole day on this app.Version: 2.1.0

Great AppI dont think I have ever left a review for an app before but I love this apps concept. Suggestions for updates - custom wallpaper & sound options - option to choose different sounds for the default on the wallpaper. - a way to see your favorites in the desktop app - more nighttime options - more lighting integration (maybe smartthings?) - scroll arrows on the favorites in the menu bar app or make it scroll when you scroll up and down (I have laptop connected to dock and the mouse I use doesnt scroll left-to-right without holding shift) - a library of all the wallpapers in the desktop app so I can quickly go through testing them and marking my favorites without reading about the location or picking a mood. - a way to choose different wallpapers for different displays - a 360 degree video option if you want to setup screens on multiple walls to feel ultra-immersed or have a vr headset -random wallpaper from favorites that changes daily or with the weather of your location Thank you for making this app!!!.Version: 1.0.3

More impactful than I initially thoughtI was a bit skeptical about this app. And then I started to play around with it and not only is the immersive experience super enjoyable and soothing, but it also really ehlps my focus focus while working. Truth is during the winter months, I miss being outdoors in the mountains and forests that I get a bit blue. But this app tricks my brain into thinking I'm outdoor and it helps me survive the indoor months. Who knew? Thanks for creating the app!.Version: 1.2.0

Beautiful app and experience - but held backIt’s a wonderful app and I will very much enjoy it for the next year of my subscription. But I’m going to probably let my membership lapse because I find it a bit limiting on small screens. I can’t enjoy the full quality of the audio and visuals. I would love to have this playing on a larger screen in my room. So I have a feature request. Please make this a universal app with Mac support. Or at least make the iPad version compatible with my Apple silicon Mac. Thanks a lot. This app has become an important part of my self care routine..Version: 3.6.1

Bedtime blissPaid for the premium version and well worth the money! Excellent high quality sound scapes. It would be handy if the time spent meditating fed into Apple Health mindfulness minutes, otherwise perfect app!.Version: 3.5.3

AmazingSuch an aesthetically pleasing app that really does what it says. The only white noise app I’ve decided to keep and use!.Version: 2.0.1

Amazingly relaxingIt's great to have such a high quality video background with spatial audio while I work or even while just reading emails, watching mindfulness or Krav Maga training videos, or just about anything else I'm doing on the Mac. I also have it for iPhone and iPad, just to listen to the sounscapes while meditating, relaxing, or falling asleep..Version: 3.7.4

Amazing UI and Phenomenal Customer ServiceI was initially resistant to try Portal because of concerns about getting to interested in an app with a high subscription cost. However, the nice permanent free offering convinced me that some things are worth it. This app is extraordinary. First, it respects your privacy and collects no data on you which is a rarity these days. Then, if you love soundscapes you will not find a better program to transport you around the world. The sound quality is excellent and the time between loops is long enough to be near imperceptible. The UI makes exploring interesting and seamless. Integration with the 3D audio is great too though I usually do have my phone use speaker or Bluetooth. My only gripe is if my phone is not plugged in overnight, the background battery usage can be more than I expect (10-15%) on an IPhone 13 Pro, as the battery usage chart shows it is active overnight. This may be nothing though. I had questions and a problem with purchasing the app and the team could not have been more helpful. I hope one day the permanent purchase price is more affordable. I look forward to further integrating this app into my workflows. Keep up the great work team! Always excited for new portals!.Version: 3.5.4

Perfect ABeautiful UX and Runs Smooth! Not a Glitch or Problem whatsoeve on my M2 Macbook AIr!.Version: 1.0.6

Not bad but could still be improvedSome of the portals don’t “seemingly move” - so you just have a picture with the noise overlaid. It would be cool if all portals could be updated to have a distinct moving visual along with the sound. Also if they can find a way to make this compatible with Apple TV, I will pay for the service beyond a years time. I actually prefer to have the ambience on my TV because chances are I’m using my iPad and laptop simultaneously. So it’d be nice to look at the visuals while working instead of it playing in the background on my device. It’d be even cooler to have it on my TVs for family, hosting, or just in our daily lives at home as it is something we all enjoy - especially during study or cleaning time..Version: 3.7.4

Love it!Portal was great even BEFORE they added Homekit immersive lighting… Try it! Route the audio to your HomePods (or better yet, your AirPods), connect your HomeKit lights, pick an environment, set the volume to a comfortable level and go about your work, reading, relaxing, meditating, sleep or whatever. Before you know it, you’ll forget that you’re sitting in your office. If you need some kind of sound mask to let you sleep, they have that covered too - set the time you want to be awakened and your lights will gently fade on over time (you can choose how gradually and use an audio alarm when it’s time to start your day if you need it.) Great UI, high quality sound and visuals, thoughtful design, many environments and regular updates. Come on, give it a try… whaddya have to lose? Here’s hoping they add a version for Apple TV and AVP down the road as well…! ** edit ** Have I also mentioned their support is second to none? Real humans, real responses, no boilerplate nonsense. Can’t say enough good about the app or the devs!.Version: 3.8.0

Amazing appI downloaded this app early last year, and then promptly upgraded it to get all of the sounds that were available at the time. I love it. I put it on my while I am working, to keep me focussed when I have a lot to do, or at night to switch off. My main listens are the rainforest and the aquarium. I would highly recommend this app..Version: 3.2.1

I love it!!It really helps me focus, feel calmer and more present. I hope they will updload a cricket sound though, that’s the only thing i’d say missing for my nature experience 🙂.Version: 3.7.4

The developer says they are developing a desktop version for MacI don’t have a Mac, but I’m thinking to get a Mac just to use the app. This is how good it is..Version: 3.6.1

GoodWould love to see a lifetime purchase option.Version: 3.3.3

TornOn one hand from just free previews alone this app seems better than TMSOFT’S White Noise. An accomplishment considering White Noise has been my app for 3 years. However, there is one big problem with this, the price. I understand that you need to make money, but this is ridiculous, 10 dollars a month is so expensive for a noise app. 50 dollars a year is plausible but flawed. 250 dollars for lifetime is insane. I will need to see how I feel about this app, but I suggest $3 a month, $25 a year and $50 for lifetime maybe, although even that seems overly priced. Don’t be greedy, you have less than 5k reviews. Anyway, this app does still seem good and if the pricing issue is fixed it could be great..Version: 3.5.3

AmazingI just wanted to make a quick suggestion. As it’s such a relaxing app and great to have everything in one place... could you guys consider expanding on the breathing technique section. I know you’ve already got a few but what would be amazing is if you could integrate some others like the wim hof method etc. Or if there’s any issues with that maybe just a simple custom breathing section where you can dial it in like 4 second inhale 10 second hold 2 second exhale for 40 reps or whatever it is the user wants to dial in. That way you could get really user specific meditation going on in the app. What do you think?.Version: 3.3.0

WonderfulI purchased this app back when it was first launched and have used it constantly since. The clarity of the sounds is stunning and the visuals are beautifully shot. I use this a lot at work to help focus and block out surround noises and it works a treat. I also have the hue lights so enjoy playing with that brilliant link. Looking forward to seeing what sounds and thing might come in the future. Thanks for a really beautiful app..Version: 3.3.0

PortalThis brilliant App has honestly kept me sane and at peace every time I have turned it on. It transports one away from the present into ones imagination, memories and joyful times, as well as combining the huge choices of nature with ones own music and ending up with a personal creation of pure bliss for however long and whatever role one chooses. It’s amazing and beautiful and a brilliant ,” get away from it all” peaceful discovery which everyone should allow themselves. Thank you for the sheer beautiful idea and quality of this App. HM.Version: 3.3.2

Beautiful appI’ve been using this app for several years and whilst I’m still enjoying it, I am using it less (due to personal circumstances) and I’m really struggling to justify the cost (especially now if I wish to re-sign up to premium version it is even more expensive) I would really like to support the development of this app and it would be great to be able to have the opportunity to purchase older portal packs for a one off fee. This would allow for the yearly premium membership to remain with all the portals inc the latest ones. On the plus side it’s beautifully designed with some great portals. The alarm clock and Phillips hue is definitively a bonus..Version: 3.7.2

One of the best apps I ownI consider myself somewhat of a connoisseur when it comes to these types of apps. For me, this one is the best one I’ve ever downloaded since Apple started the App Store. Thank you..Version: 2.1.0

DelightedI really enjoy the natural look sound and feel of this app, it’s soothing and beautiful lanscape really satisfy me. I wrote an email to provide some feedback about keyboard shortcut and the developer responded to me swiftly! What a surprise. 💛.Version: 1.0.5

Just what the doctor ordered.I find it extremely difficult to sleep. Often hours will go by, and I still have not nodded often, even after work, a jog and family commitments. This app is absolutely gorgeous aesthetically. The design is a joy to use and the sound is so organic and serene. The first few nights with it, I found that I was unwinding more and I could at least let my imagination roam through peaceful vistas. Now I am using the escape function to unwind before setting a sleep timer. It is working! Thank you. Highly recommended. Oh, the alarm function is a joy too..Version: 2.1.0

Incredible!I use this app every day. I love the commitment to the people who use this app (didn’t say “user” 😉). The immersive sounds are so perfect for reading, studying, and basically any word ending with ‘ing’. I love this app! Suggestion: you should make at least one more portal free to the user, because I am using the free trial at the moment and I think some portals should be available to the poor people like me. But I totally get trying to make money off of this considering it’s quality and I am just making a friendly suggestion. Keep up the good work!.Version: 3.6.0

Soothing app for work, play or restingAt first it seems a little pricey, but, while I’ve only been using the app for a week, I can already say, particularly when synced with the lighting, the app is amazingly soothing. I’ve signed up for a year, but I expect I will move to a lifetime subscription when it renews. The app is smooth and mostly intuitive. There are a couple things it’s easy to miss and even easier to not see why you would want that feature turned on. If you choose to evaluate, try out Summer Thunderstorm with the lighting synced and auto lock disabled. One trivial bit of feedback to the developers: I’ve referred this application to several people now. Two of them had seen it in the store and assumed it was something to do with the game of the same name, so not looked any closer..Version: 3.7.2

So calming and centeringI work a customer service job that is high stress, and during this quarantine for COVID19 has become even more stressful. We are busy beyond our busiest seasons and this app is helping me to keep calm. It has multiple modes, right now I’m using the “focus” feature, and not only is it helping me get through my day, it is inspiring me! The creative inspiration is giving me ideas for projects after work, but keeping me calm and grounded at the same time. If you deal with a lot of stress or anxiety, this is a great app. There are some features that I haven’t explored yet, but so far I am LOVING this app!.Version: 2.1.0

I❤️🌧I love portal because the rain sounds are so realistic and I use it every night, so I 100% recommend using portal for relaxing❤️☺️.Version: 3.4.2

Nice Addition to a MacFull disclosure...I've been using the iOS version of this since it came out. The background screen is totally awesome, especially when you add in the water animation. I find this really relaxing. One thing I do miss from the iOS version, though, are the timers. When you selected a Mode (Focus, etc.) you could also set a timer so it would "bring you back to reality" as it were. I always found this really useful and miss it here. Of course being able to download portals like you can in the iOS version would be nice as well, but that's in no way a deal-breaker. This is one of the best ambient sound apps I've ever seen, and the looping sound isn't really noticable (unlike some others outt here)..Version: 1.0.4

Beautiful app!!!! In sound, design, and videos!!I love this app, and I literally just opened it for the first time. I immediately bought the premium sounds, because how could I not?? The one thing I works really, really need though is other breathing exercise options, and not just the 1:1 ratio. For my vocal chord dysfunction, my speech therapist instructed me specifically to avoid 1:1 as it's inefficient and to use 1:3 or 2:6. It would be nice to have serval options or the ability to choose. Basically for what I've learned in speech therapy and also yoga is that the exhale always has to be longer than the inhale. I hope it's possible to add this feature! Thank you so much for making such an aesthetically pleasing and sounding app..Version: 2.0.1

Best real world and ambient focusI have a lot of channels, apps, and files that I play in the background while working or studying - and while some are great, and really immersive, Portal is the only one I have ever encountered or experienced that I have running nearly 12 hours of the day, and sometimes longer. It pulls you into so much depth and spatial audio sounds (especially with headphones or airpods) that it almost feels deafening when you turn it off or step away. I just wish there were more - jungle sounds, more birdsong - but yes, this is by far the best I have ever experienced!.Version: 1.2.3

In love with this appThe recordings are beautifully and richly rendered with such a strong sense of place. It blew me away from the get go. It’s important to me that these are real, field recordings with amazing sound engineering, coupled with lovely visuals which help make sense of the sound. The looping is seamless and the extra bits like timer are super useful for working with the app. Can’t wait to see how it evolves. What I would also love to see: Longer recordings or the option to loop longer recordings More winter stuff, I really love the one where you can here the wet snow falling More of the interesting natural blends of bass and mid level sounds like you get with stuff like wind and water, thunder and wind or multilayered environments. Support for some of the emerging 3D sound in headphones. Anyways, I’m a big fan..Version: 3.0.6

Awesome App !!I usually only rip the garbage ripoff apps on here but by sheer luck happened upon this one and let me tell you: IT'S AWESOME !! The most beautiful app I have yet found especially if you have a large monitor and background lighting (Look up Govee Monitor lights) You will be amazed at how peaceful and relaxing this is. Perfect app if you work from home and want some relaxing audio with great visuals thrown in. I would give it more stars if I could !!!.Version: 1.0.4

Great Ambiance AppI am always looking for a good app for ambiance ever since Apple stopped supporting 32-bit apps on their OS and original promoted app from Apple was not supported. All apps I have looked at are subscription based which is a “hard no” for me. This one how ever gives you a solid demo with a few to listen to. I have been listening to them while working from home and wow have they helped with the stress. I purchased the full version and could not be more pleased. I would like to thank the developer for making an ambiance app that I cannot hear the loop on and that is based on a DLC, not a subscription..Version: 2.1.0

The NHS’s Saviour!Along with all other colleagues agreeing, this app is the upcoming big thing to help with the worlds current pandemic. It was surprising to talk with how many others, (especially nightshift workers) use sounds and meditation between shifts and this app fits in perfect. The quality of sound is by far the most advanced on the market. This is quickly becoming the front lines saviour to aid in relaxing, white noise and switching off to help the us NHS staff out. Thank you, Portal!.Version: 3.0.6

Very beautiful app.Update is awesome. Would love it if dev would make compatible with Apple TV 😉.Version: 3.0.3

SeamlessPortal is a seamless app that allows you to escape from daily stress or pressure. The sound selection that is in this app is flawless and surround so you really feel like you enter another environment. I recommend using sound canceling headphones while using portal to really escape. One of my favorite features is the fact that it syncs with hue lights, this allows you to really feel the environment you choose. This app gets a well deserved five stars from me although in the future I would love to see light syncing allow for more than just one color. Possibly “picking” colors from the selected portal and randomly displaying them across your hue lights. I also bought the pro version before it was switched to a subscription service and after they released a big update I was able to get all the new content for free! Thanks a lot people at Portal! I’m really excited to see what comes next!.Version: 3.0.6

Fantastic appThe spatial audio on this app makes it a gamechanger and really immerses you into your environment..Version: 1.1.0

Enjoyable but not enough variety to make me purchaseThe soundscape quality is excellent, but on the free trail version all options of focus, sleep and escape just has the same few sounds. Was hoping there was a difference, but wouldn’t pay to only find out the rest was the same. [edit - just been surprised by a very informative developer response to my 4* review. It clearly addressed all my points above plus added detail I simply wasn’t aware of. Although I don’t need this as another monthly subscription just yet, the value they place on attention to feedback has seriously impressed me. I wasn’t initially going to amend my rating on principle, but actually the quality is excellent (stated before), and they clearly listen to the users (even those not signed up), so yes - it’s a 5* experience..Version: 3.3.0

Worth itThe sounds are very natural and have lots of details. Really good and gentle. I listen to them daily. Hopefully there will be more portal to be updated.Version: 3.4.1

Love itDiscovering portal has really helped with my focus. I would usually listen to music while working, however I found the changing of tone and tempo to not be as condusive to focus as I would like. Portal soundscapes offer an escape from a busy cafe or train station, with focusing sounds. Even better that you can integrate it with smart lighting. Would love to see more integration with smart home, IE, being able to play the scenes on a TV, or make the portal soundscape come on in the morning with the lights for a gentle wake up. Thanks to the Portal team for the great app!.Version: 1.2.0

Portal 3D App with video and incredible soundI read the reviews and decided to try this app. I have other nature sounds apps - this one is really excellent. I tried the free version and enjoyed the offerings very much. When I found that all of their options were a one time fee of $3.99 - I agree with other reviewers that this app is definitely worth this one time fee for what is offered. There are options to have this app work with smart lights in your home and to mix it with other apps while you might be working around your home or just relaxing. I am very glad I have downloaded this app and recommend giving it a try. Worth the price and your time!.Version: 2.1.0

Beautiful!Awesome app, been using since version 1 and it just keeps getting better and better. Such effortless functionality coupled with beautiful design, making it a real pleasure to actually use. It’s excellent at creating immersive experiences that instantly provide headspace, calm, and simply just moments of wild otherness to a day, even if I’ve only got 10 minutes to spare. The combination of listening and focusing on the visuals at the same time seems to create a powerful synergy, resetting the body’s nervous system, so relieving any immediate stress. Adding a breathing exercise hyper charges for an instant and serious reboot when needed! Sounds to fall asleep to, sounds to sharpen focus, or sounds & visuals to escape and chill, that’s how I use it and it’s basically one really versatile app. Clearly a lot of thought, care and passion is going into the making of this very cool app. Recently contacted the team behind it, and they couldn’t have been more helpful. Really lovely. This is my first and only review of an any app, I can’t think of a higher recommendation..Version: 3.0.3

Honestly, amazing yet simple appSo I got this app during V2 and purchased the ‘premium’ version, it was definitely worth it. This app is just outright simple but amazing in every way. It is so calming for when you are tying to sleep or want to focus on studies or a book, there is always a portal to fit your need. I do have a recommendation for a portal: Maybe a city themed pack with one of the portals being a rainy street, with the occasional footsteps or car passing by and in the distance you can hear the sound of the city and maybe a police/ambulance/fire truck siren? Just a suggestion, keep up the great work guys! Thanks 😊.Version: 3.0.6

JayHi Sith--Lord66, thanks for taking the time to share your very kind feedback! It's great to hear you're loving using Portal :) You've made some terrific suggestions for future developments that we're very keen to explore. However, please continue to watch this space as in the meantime we've got some exciting new features and content in the pipeline that we can't wait to release! We hope you enjoy them when they come. Many thanks for your support and encouragement, Nick..Version: 3.8.0

Great appVery cool app, any plans for casting support? Would be nice to put this on the big screen.Version: 3.5.5

BrilliantAbsolutely amazing app! Would recommend to everyone and use it every night as a screen saver on both my phone and my iPad. Love having the gentle sound of a fire or waves in my room during the day and the beautiful live videos are brilliant for screensavers when not working with the device. I instantly purchased the upgrade for the rest of the portals because I NEEDED the others because the base ones were incredible. My only additions I'd make to the app is that I'd love a feature where the clock is the only UI piece on the screen as would love to wake up to see time and not the bottom UI, i would love to see more features added to the connectivity such as google home support and also maybe a way to choose a playlist of portals to play for different durations I would also love to see in the future a way to have this on my windows PC although this is an IOS app it would be superb on PC too! But that's just me with my ideas lol this app is a must download and I yesss it all the time! I can't get enough of this app! I can't wait to see what portals will be coming soon! Keep up the incredible work!!.Version: 2.1.0

Great!Really great app but i wish you guys had just a little bit more free content just to demo the app a little bit. I dont necessarily want to pay for a bunch of different scapes that I havent been able to try yet..Version: 1.2.0

GreatTerrific app. Hopefully more destinations are added.Version: 1.2.0

IncredibleBy far the best sound quality and user interface. I love this app. I would love some Canadian portals though. The familiarity makes it that much more calming..Version: 3.4.1

Literally AmazingI cannot go to sleep without listening to the Nighttime Aquarium, Lake Bled, or Lake Kawaguchi. I don’t know HOW you guys capture the sounds of Nature, but I’m entranced. It literally sounds like I’m right there surrounded by the sound. It distracts me from overthinking when I’m falling asleep at night and I go to sleep feeling so relaxed. I’ve been using this app for I think over a year now and I normally don’t buy apps or leave reviews, but I think this one is WORTH every cent. I hope you guys never take this off the App Store because it would destroy my life lol. Thanks for making the different portals so awesome!.Version: 3.3.3

SoothingIt's great to have such a high quality video background with spatial audio while I work or even while just reading emails, watching mindfulness or Krav Maga training videos, or just about anything else I'm doing on the Mac. I also have it for iPhone and iPad, just to listen to the sounscapes while meditating, relaxing, or falling asleep..Version: 1.0.6

Download ‘Portal’ to Elevate Your Productivity with Immersive Audio!Portal delivers an immersive and user-friendly experience that truly sets it apart. The development team is not only friendly and personable but also incredibly responsive, ensuring users feel valued and heard. The app's unique and high-quality sounds are a standout feature, drawing one into its captivating world. The trial period provides ample opportunity to fully appreciate what a subscription has to offer. Two notable enhancements would be: 1. to expand the Spatial Audio compatibility to support more types of headphones. And 2. When returning to the library, keep whatever current sound you have to keep an immersive experience. With the promise of upcoming locations and experiences, Portal is poised to offer even more depth and excitement in future updates. Highly recommended for those seeking a premium audio-visual journey..Version: 3.8.0

The Quality of this app blows my mindThe effort and thought put into this app is really impressive, the price per year to have full access is really fair too (please don’t get greedy😆) the only concern I have is I get jealous because I’m a developer myself! Lol.Version: 3.3.0

Awesome appv -and awesome customer support.So intuitive. Gorgeous on my imac and ,macbook pro, portable on my iphone and ipad. My 3 kids at college love it too as they are writing essays and dissertations. Get it, you won't regret it. I had a slight problem loading the fireplace portal on one of my devices and I had a lightening fast friendly response email and an even quicker bug fix. incredible service..Version: 1.0.2

Great quality - but expensive overall👍 Pros: Excellent quality sounds - much better than many competing apps. The sounds are consistently lifelike and crisp, with great presence and depth. Lovely visual design - serene visuals and an interface that encourages exploration. Great engagement with users by the developers - as shown by responses to other reviews here. 👎 Cons: Pricing model - selling packs of sounds as one-off purchases would be preferable to a subscription-only model. Value - this is hard to quantify. If you have an Apple Music subscription, then there are many great natural sound recordings available to stream. With Portal, the core value proposition is essentially the overall look and feel, consistent sound quality, and ease of browsing. Whether this is worth the price is subjective. Loops - with some sounds that have very distinctive moments, it becomes easy to spot when they’re starting to repeat (e.g. crow calls in the spring dawn chorus). A bit of audio editing to shuffle things around could make this less obvious. ;).Version: 3.4.1

A truly wonderful experienceCombined with sound and hue lightbulbs this is a transformative experience. Not to be missed..Version: 1.1.2

Never knew I needed an app like thisI’ve always play background sounds and music wherever I work or study but it never relaxing enough. They just sound like noises at the back of my head and I would have to turn them off. After a few time using this app, I decided to purchase the full version and it was the very best decision ever since. It really helps me reduce stress and relax my mind, especially when everything is virtual and you have to look at a computer for a long time. After playing the sound collection for a while, I completely forgot that I turn it on, only realize that when I have to leave the room. I don’t know how you feel but to me that’s the reason why I feel the need to leave a review. It is so natural and relaxing that you don’t even realize it’s there. It was a nice little surprise to see that I have access to all the new contents after the update, so thanks developers for doing that to old customers. I would love see an enhancement in the breathing exercise module. I tend to close my eyes doing breathing exercise so if the app somehow have a way to indicate breath in/out by sound, that would be awesome!.Version: 3.1.0

Great Soundscape App, But Volume Issue Needs Attention!The quality of the recordings is top-notch, providing a truly captivating experience. However, the app's maximum sound level is too low, making it difficult to hear over other audio sources like Spotify. I kindly request the developers to address this volume issue and provide an option to adjust the sound level. With this improvement, the app would be even more enjoyable and perfect for relaxation and ambiance. Highly recommended though!.Version: 3.7.4

Beautiful & simpleThis is a lovingly crafted app with innovative design that helps me calm and escape when I need it. No pretentious voices telling you to breathe - just an appealing visual metronome for breathing if you want it. No subscriptions trying to throw masses of content you’ll never use at you - instead a curated, diverse set of sound tracks mostly of nature but with a couple of synth instrumental pieces too. Worth every penny; thanks so much..Version: 2.1.0

PriceThérèse than the price its very good.Version: 3.7.4

Love this App. Gorgeous and Relaxing.LOVING this app. I love that it was a one time purchase for DLC rather than subscription. Seriously thank you. i wouldn’t have been able to pull the trigger for a subscription but happy to buy DLC. The sound is exquisite and the video footage is gorgeous without obvious loops. The feature that got me the most excited and convinced me to buy the full version of the app was the ability to mix it with audiobooks and other apps. I’ve been looking for a way to add background sound to my Audible app when i listen to audiobooks for forever! Now this is my absolute Go-To for ambient sound. I leave my ipad by my bed with the ocean soundscape running while i fall asleep and i’m out. A great feature to add would be the ability to airplay it to an apple TV. Right now you can mirror your screen to the TV like you would with any other app but there’s not a built in casting feature. Still that’s just a wish list item for me. This app was made with love and care and special attention to a LOT of handy above and beyond features. It’s not a money grab and is excellent value for what you get. I hope the devs keep up the great work. Can’t wait to see what new environments come next! Maybe an urban setting or a coffee shop? Or maybe more beautiful locations from around the globe. FIVE STARS..Version: 2.1.0

Really good sound qualityThanks for this great app. Well designed and intuitive. Love the hue integration. Any chance of an Apple Watch app? Perhaps even self contained?.Version: 2.1.0

Gorgeous and tranquilTakes your breath away every day..Version: 1.2.0

A Beautiful ExperienceOne of the best focus tools in my arsenal! The beautiful scenery and sounds along with the smart lighting control feature creates a beautiful ambience making my focused writing sessions a joy..Version: 1.0.6

Everyone needs to download this app!I’m a longtime user of this wonderful app and it dawned on me how much this app has helped me sleep over the part few years. The sound recordings are so good that if you close your eyes you’d feel like you were literally in that setting! Add some synchronized lighting and you are transported there with your eyes wide open! If you’re having doubts about this app or convincing, just check out their social media pages and you’ll see how the developers interact with users. These people actually care about their product and everything that revolves around it. Keep in mind, these sounds can be used not just for sleep, but, for whatever you want!.Version: 3.8.0

Portal just keeps getting better!Thank you for your zero-data approach to privacy. So refreshing and cool! Keep up the great work!.Version: 3.3.0

Stunning DesignYou guys really took advantage of the mac's potential and made something truelly remarkable. Beautiful addition to the iOS version. Great work!.Version: 1.0.5

Incredible just got better!!!I originally was overjoyed to come across an app that I loved that actually had a one time payment fee. The design and elegance of this app along with the amazingly rendered sounds and visuals sold me instantly! It’s been an incredible experience sleeping and working to these sounds. Today I open my app to realize that there’s been an update and a huge one at that! This app that I already love just blew me out of the water again! I’m guessing since I was one of the original purchasers I got the whole new library of sounds for free as there is a subscription model now. I went through each new sound seeing which ones I wanted to pick to download and by the end of it I pretty much downloaded all of them because they were so good! To anyone reading this, this is easily worth the price of subscription at this point since it seems like there’s going to be more and more sounds that are going to be put out. In summary keep up the great work and I really appreciate the team taking care of their original customers instead of pushing them out like some other apps that transition to subscriptions have done. Also was this a one time promotion for original purchasers or would I be a lifetime subscriber? If it’s the latter then I’m going to be incredibly happy 😆..Version: 3.0.0

The best sound app out there BUTThe price is just too steep… and the lifetime charge was £250 thereabouts. I get it, the quality is good. Very good. But while £35 a year isn’t insane, the fact you have to keep paying rather than a one-off reasonable amount is still very cynical business and portal isn’t the only app to demand repayment rather than one off. But for app quality it’s 5. Hence the 4..Version: 3.7.4

Excellent... est exceptionnel en MacSuperbe application et la version mac est simplement incroyable avec les fonds d'écran vidéo. Facile d'oublier que je suis en ville ou dans un café! ;).Version: 1.0.6

Must buyLove the app and love the story behind it..Version: 3.2.0

BrillantIl s’agit d’une application très professionnelle, bien faite, bien pensée. De la belle intelligence, bravo aux concepteurs! J’adore littéralement! Le seul point négatif est le prix, c’est vraiment trop dispendieux car ont peut se débrouiller gratuitement sur internet pour avoir de sons semblable et de haute qualité. Un Life Time à 350$, soyons sérieux….Version: 3.5.3

Amazing sounds and visuals for relaxation and focus!I’ve been getting stressed more lately (who hasn’t, with COVID-19?), and thankfully found this app to help. The sounds are outstanding—it really feels like you’re there! I find the Umpqua River sound to be the best for relaxing me, but others are great too. The visuals are excellent as well, but I find that just playing the sound through earbuds is a great way to keep me calm and relaxed. This app has greatly reduced my stress level and increased my productivity and, no, the developer didn’t ask me to say that. I happily paid the one-time fee for the app a few months ago—very much worth it. It’s such a good app that I’ve recommended it to mental health professionals to mention to their clients as a way to relieve stress and anxiety. This is one of the most used apps on my iPhone and iPad, and I can’t thank the developer enough!.Version: 3.0.0

Absolutely incredibleI've been using Portal for years, on my iPhone and iPad. It's always been the best for focus work, and then the update came out for spatial audio which took it up a notch. The Mac version is another level entirely. At first I assumed it was "just" a Mac version, but the Portal team has gone above and beyond here. The scenes have movement, so as you hear the wind of a location you can also see it passing through grass. Or rain falling, or the ocean waves moving. But it goes a step further: you have the option to take over your desktop, so while you're using the Portal app your desktop shows the same scenery, keeping you immersed. It can even hide your desktop icons if you want it to. I don't have smart lights in my office so can't use that feature unfortunately, but I have used them elsewhere in my house using the iPhone app and know the integration is brilliant. Lots of apps offer timers for distraction-free work, but none comes close to Portal. The audio quality, the visuals, the responsive team, and now the complete immersive package, it just can't be beaten..Version: 1.0.3

Beautiful appThe app is amazing - crystal clear sound, and a stunning design (as a designer myself I appreciate this!). I have a few suggestions. The first would be to make the sounds cycle around when you scroll through them (rather than having to swipe all the way back to the first when you get to the end). The second is to add more sea/beach/Mediterranean type sounds. And lastly, maybe to explain a bit more about Hue and where to get it as I was confused at first. 🙂.Version: 2.0.0

What a beautiful App! Absolutely amazing!You guys have kept it simple and “simple” works for me. The sounds and scenery are stunning. I use ‘Portal’ for my studying and focussing on the work front. I find this to be a perfect solution. I have read the reviews on the App Store and agree with some of the critiques that a landscape option would be perfect as the speakers on the iPhone are at the base and at time the sounds do get blurred if the phone is on a stand. I have subscribed to the App and will definitely recommend it to friends and colleagues. Your pricing is spot on and I have paid a higher price for your competitors, who are not a patch on your quality. Secondly, you are a British based company and we should support you during these trying times. I can imagine that this App will be spectacular on a iPad (their speakers are situated on the side). Good luck, and I look forward very much to the many improvements that you have planned. Thanking you in anticipation,.Version: 3.3.0

Will change to 5 stars if…Really great app just a few suggestions: - Ability to cast full screen HD to Apple TV - Work with Hue Gradient lights - only appears as 1 colour - Support for 360 audio as well (Sony for people that can’t afford the AirPods Max) - Support for 5.1 surround or Dolby atmos (when cast to tv) - Option for Dynamic and not just static effects for Nanoleaf. Could possibly not be the apps fault but often has difficulty connecting to hue or Nanoleaf and sometimes disconnects. Still a fantastic app, this is just my wish list so I can use all day..Version: 3.7.3

A Wonderful Journey Every DayI’d love to name this app what it is—a superb audiovisual experience. My line of work (as an iOS developer) requires long hours of concentration—and I tried many times to improve my concentration with music. While music helped for a while, I found myself unable to continue—finding new music is often time-consuming and not always fruitful—music is often just too disruptive. It was hard—until about a year ago, I found Portal. The seamless cinematic clips of places all around the world combined with natural ambient sound produces exactly the calming and focused effect I need—almost trancelike. I’d give a lot to be able to work in the midst of nature—and with Portal I think I’ve found exactly what I needed. Thank you, developers!.Version: 3.3.3

Brilliant UI, luxury pricing.Really enjoying the free trial of this app, though the £8 per month is ridiculous. This is comparable to an Apple Music subscription. I think the £39 is slightly more compelling but I only pay £30 a year for Calm that comes with soundscapes, meditations and other functionality, all be it, less immersive. Really hoping you change the subscription structure, then would very much consider subscribing. I'm more inclined to purchase the annual subscription but struggling to justify £40 a year for some rain sounds tbh..Version: 1.0.2

The reviews are realThis app is unique. No surprise it's been rated higher than any other app for its beautiful interface. These guys aren't out to steal your data. They don't collect anything. They've just set out to build an amazing experience. I've been using the app on iOS and Mac for multiple years now. The visuals are just incredible on both. Way to go, team. Keep it up. J.Version: 3.8.0

Be transported through a journey of sound!I love Portals, it's everything you could want in an ambient sounds app! It's easy to use and beautiful in every way! The soundscapes are very rich and immersive, and the almost still photography is simply gorgeous. With the full version, you get a nice mix of environments and sound elements. I have several favorites, so sometimes it's hard to decide which to use. This app may fuel wanderlust, so be warned! Even though the free version is plenty sufficient in terms of quality, it's 1000% worth it to upgrade to the full sound library. Considering the handy features and number of high-quality sound portals you get in the full version, $5.99 is exceptionally affordable. I really appreciate that this isn't a subscription-based service; why not get the full version and support some amazing developers? Note: Some people here are confused about the 3 modes (focus, sleep, escape) within the full version. By choosing one of these modes, you're selecting a more specific method for interacting with the app. Focus mode has a focus timer and checklist, Sleep has a sleep timer and alarm clock, and Escape has breathing exercises. The sound portals you have access to are the same regardless of what mode you're in. In summary, Portals is amazing and an absolute gem!!.Version: 2.1.0

It’s Perfect and Getting Better!There’s many ways to use this app: meditation; focus while working/studying; sleep; ambience; travel voyeurism. I have been using it while meditating and working, and it has been helping me to stop multi-tasking so much. Just do one thing and do it well. The Portal team seems have taken this to heart in the design of the application. Every part of the app appears lovingly thought-out. The landscapes are beautiful and are in unique destinations that inspire me to travel, but also to appreciate my own surroundings. Much of the audio is very rich, but with support for spatial audio reportedly coming, this app is going to be even better! So excited for what the team has in store for us in the future….Version: 3.3.3

Very relaxingJust started using the app and while I love all the relaxing visuals and sound I wish I could adjust the length of each in and out breathe. I find it too fast to really be able to meditate. Please consider adding a feature to set individual preferences on breathing time..Version: 3.3.0

AmazingI rarely write reviews, but I absolutely love this app and had to give my feedback. I’ve looked long and hard for nature scenes that can just fill my phone screen while I’m working in the office or just looking to escape the regular daily routine. This app is awesome in that way. It gives you the ability to feel like you’ve entered into a spot of the world just for you. If there was one critique I could give, I’d like the scenes to be a little longer, they refresh in a few minutes (doesn’t stop soundscape or anything) it would just feel like more of an adventure if you could walk through the forest etc. regardless, amazing app..Version: 3.7.4

Good for a relaxation appI like this compared to most other app that are “relaxing” because it has many features and the audio feels a lot more realistic. I think it would be nice to have some more urban and suburban sounds, like cars going past at night or a fishing town in the morning. Great app and would reccomend!.Version: 3.5.3

Worth the moneyI bought this app not knowing if it were going to be worth the money and so far I have enjoyed it. There aren’t really that many sounds to choose from, however the sounds that are available are fantastic. I use this app most days to help get me ready for sleep and it’s working..Version: 2.1.0


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