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I bought my Apollo Neuro exactly one year ago, three months after I retired. I left a 30+ year career in corporate management because of burnout. (I share the full story in Midlife Transformation: Embracing Life Changes.)
During those first months, I spent a lot of time watching videos or reading about the nervous system and women’s health. I started to realize how much the years of chronic stress and physical issues had taken a toll on me. I was hypervigilant: anxious, on edge, and imagining worst-case scenarios throughout the day.
I wanted something that could help me feel calmer. Here’s my honest experience after wearing the Apollo Neuro every day for a year.
What I Tried First
Before the Apollo, I tried the Pulsetto, a device you wear around your neck. It helped somewhat, but it wasn’t easy to use so for me, that made it difficult to follow through on a regular basis.
I wanted something I could put on and forget about, something that worked while I went about my day. That’s when I came across the Apollo Neuro through a wellness influencer I follow. After reading about it and going through the reviews, I decided to try it.
What Is the Apollo Neuro?
The Apollo Neuro is a small wearable you can wear on your wrist or ankle. It gives off gentle vibrations, which Apollo calls “vibes,” each designed for a different goal, like relaxing, focusing, or winding down for sleep. According to Apollo, the vibrations are designed to help your body shift into a calmer state.
You control everything through the Apollo app on your phone, including which vibe to run, how long, and how strong.
How I Use It
I bought mine on Amazon with the 12-month Smart Vibes membership included. This gives you access to their premium vibes for things like pain, stress, sleep, energy, etc.
At first, I just turned it on whenever I felt stressed or anxious. It helped me feel calmer, and I noticed a difference within a few days.
But the real change came when I found the schedule feature. I wish I’d noticed it sooner! Now five vibes run automatically throughout the day:
| When | Vibe |
| First thing in the morning | Pain Relief (I was dealing with back pain) |
| A few hours later | Safe & Sound |
| After lunch | Focus |
| Dinnertime | Safe & Sound |
| Before bed | Unwind |
It’s set for the day, every day, and I don’t have to think about it at all.
What I Noticed
After about a month of using the schedule, my hypervigilance had almost disappeared. When it does show up now and then, I run an extra Safe & Sound vibe, and it helps me relax again.
For me, it’s been one of the most helpful tools for feeling calmer and more like myself again.
What I Love
- It’s easy to forget you’re wearing it. It felt a little bulky at first, but I got used to it quickly. I wear mine on my wrist, and an ankle strap is included too.
- The schedule feature. Set it once and it runs every day on its own.
- The app. It’s easy to choose vibes and adjust your schedule.
- Sleep tracking. It also tracks your sleep, so you can see how well you’re resting.
- Battery life. It runs up to 8 hours on a full charge.
- Color options. It comes in four colors. The one I have is pictured above.
What I Don’t Love
- The price. It currently costs around $458 (prices change), which includes the first 12 months of the Smart Vibes membership. It’s definitely an investment.
- The membership. After the first year, the membership is $89-99 a year, which is a bit pricey. The Apollo still works without it, but you only get a couple of basic vibes. The more targeted vibes, like Focus and Pain Relief, require the membership.
- Confusing setup on Amazon. There were no instructions for activating the 12-month membership that came with it. (See my tip below.)
- It contains magnets. Keep it away from credit cards and anything else that can be affected by magnets. If you have a pacemaker or another implanted device, check Apollo’s safety information before using it.
Setup tip if you buy on Amazon: The included membership is already activated, so you don’t need a code. Just download the Apollo Neuro app, create your login, and your membership should activate automatically. I had to contact Apollo customer service to find this out. If yours doesn’t show up, reach out to their support team.
Is the Apollo Neuro Worth It?
For me, yes. Even with the upfront cost and yearly membership, it’s one of the best things I’ve found to help me feel more balanced, relaxed, and focused. I compared it to the cost of other tools or supplements along with ease of use.
It might be worth a look if you:
- Feel stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed a lot of the time
- Want something low-effort that works in the background of your day
- Have tried other tools but struggle to stick with them
Keep in mind that it’s a wellness device, not a medical treatment, and everyone’s experience is different. If anxiety is affecting your daily life, please talk with your doctor.
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Final Thoughts
A year ago, I was anxious, on edge, and expecting the worst. Today I feel calmer, and when stress does show up, I have a simple tool that helps me reset. It didn’t happen overnight, but wearing my Apollo every day has made a real difference for me.
If you have questions about the Apollo Neuro, feel free to reach out through my Contact page. I’m happy to share more about my experience.