Made with lived experience
One of its co-founders is neurodivergent and has a PhD in reading the body's signals from the wrist. Neurodivergent people helped shape the app, from the calm, low-alert design to the choice of band.
A tool we recommend
Can't tell how stressed you are until you're already flat?
PhiliaSense turns what your body does overnight into a calm, clear picture of your sleep and stress, measured against your own normal.
Lots of neurodivergent people find their body's signals hard to read. You might not notice a hard week building until you crash, or be unable to tell a restful night from a wrecked one until the day is half gone. PhiliaSense was built for exactly that gap, codesigned with people who live with it.
Sold in the USA. PhiliaSense is currently sold in the United States only, and its Garmin band link only works there. Outside the USA? You can still use it if you already have your own Garmin Vívosmart 5.
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It fits how a lot of us actually work
Most sleep trackers nag, score and alert. People quietly give up on them. PhiliaSense takes the opposite approach.
Your normal, not an average
It learns your own baseline over time, then shows how last night compares with your recent nights. The read is about you, not a one-size score.
No buzzing, no scolding
No alerts telling you you're stressed and no streaks to keep. It observes quietly so you can decide what to do with what you see.
Something real to show
Tag a moment in your day, like a loud meeting or a good focus session, and see what lines up with your sleep. You can share a clear summary with a partner, parent or someone you trust.
Wear it to bed, look in the morning
- Wear a Garmin Vívosmart 5 overnightThe band records your heart rate, heart-rate variability and sleep while you sleep. You don't have to wear it all day.
- Tag your daysMark moments as they happen, such as a busy commute, a shutdown or a quiet day at home.
- See what lines upEach morning PhiliaSense shows where your body is compared with your own normal, next to what you tagged. Over the weeks, patterns appear.
- Plan a gentler recoveryUse what you notice to pace yourself, plan rest after hard days, or explain your needs to the people around you.
Pairs well with what you already use
If you check in with NeuroHub Compass, PhiliaSense adds the overnight side of the picture. Our courses on interoception and burnout explain why these signals can be hard to feel in the first place.
Is it right for you?
- You're an adult who often doesn't notice stress or tiredness until it's too late
- You want to spot what drains you, and what helps you recover
- You'd like something to show a partner, family member or someone you trust
- You live in the USA, or you already own a Garmin Vívosmart 5
- Charts and alerts usually overwhelm you, and you want something calmer
- You want to use an Apple Watch, Oura, Fitbit or another Garmin model (only the Vívosmart 5 works)
- You're looking for a diagnosis or medical monitoring. It's a wellness tool, not a medical device
- You live outside the USA and don't already own a Vívosmart 5 (PhiliaSense's Garmin link only works in the USA)
- You can't wear a band in bed, for sensory or other reasons
- You'd rather not pay in US dollars or buy extra hardware right now
Two parts: the app and the band
Prices are set by PhiliaSense in US dollars, so your bank will convert them. They were correct when we checked in October 2026. Always check the shop for today's price. PhiliaSense is currently sold in the USA only.
PhiliaSense app
US$49 a year (usually US$99)
The founding price is for the first 100 members, while places last.
See the founding offerGarmin Vívosmart 5
Bought separately, from Garmin. Only this model works with PhiliaSense.
Already have one? You're set, wherever you live. If not, PhiliaSense sends you to Garmin after checkout, and its FAQ says subscribers can get the band at a discount through its own link. That Garmin link only works in the USA.
Good to know
Is PhiliaSense a medical device?
No. PhiliaSense describes itself as a general wellness and self-awareness tool. It does not diagnose, treat, cure, monitor or prevent any condition, including autism or ADHD, and it does not give medical advice. Talk to a health professional about any medical concerns.
Does NeuroHub make PhiliaSense?
No. PhiliaSense is made by PhiliaHealth Pte. Ltd. in Singapore. We recommend it because it suits many of the people we work with, and we earn a commission if you subscribe through our link. Your subscription, support and data are handled by PhiliaSense.
Who sees my data?
PhiliaSense says your data is yours, that you control what is shared with the people in your life, and that it is never sold. NeuroHub never sees your PhiliaSense data. Read the privacy policy on the PhiliaSense shop before you sign up.
Do I have to wear the band all day?
No. Most of the picture is built overnight, so you can put it on before bed and take it off in the morning.
Does it replace the Garmin Connect app?
Yes. A Bluetooth band connects to one app at a time, so PhiliaSense becomes the main app for your band's sleep and stress data.
Can I use it outside the USA?
PhiliaSense is currently sold in the USA only, and its link for buying the Garmin band only works in the USA. If you live in the UK, the EU or elsewhere and already have your own Garmin Vívosmart 5, you can still use PhiliaSense. The HSA and FSA information on the shop applies only to people in the United States. If you're unsure, ask PhiliaSense before you buy.
Ready to see what your nights are telling you?
Subscribe on the PhiliaSense shop, then set up your band using the steps they email you.
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