Common Questions
We’ve compiled answers to the most frequently asked questions.
Why didn’t my Recovery or Sleep Score show up?
For Bevel to generate your Recovery and Sleep Score, it needs complete sleep data that includes both Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and Resting Heart Rate (RHR).
If either of these is missing, your scores may not appear.
To fix this:
Make sure you’re wearing your device consistently while sleeping
Open Apple Health to prompt a data sync
Give the app a few moments to process the data
How do Sleep, Recovery, and Strain work together?
These three metrics are closely connected and designed to reflect how your body is performing and recovering over time:
Strain represents how much effort you put into your day
Sleep helps your body recover from that effort
Recovery reflects how ready your body is for the next day
In simple terms:
Higher Strain increases your need for Sleep → Sleep improves Recovery → Recovery determines how much Strain you can handle next.
What do “above normal,” “normal,” and “below normal” mean?
These labels compare your current data to your personal 60-day baseline.
Normal: Within your typical range
Above normal: Higher than your usual range
Below normal: Lower than your usual range
It’s important to note that “above” or “below” isn’t always good or bad—it depends on the metric:
Higher HRV → generally better
Higher RHR → generally worse
Bevel uses color to help you interpret this:
Blue: Better than your baseline
Orange: Worse than your baseline
Why does it take 2–6 weeks to calibrate?
Bevel uses your data to build a personalized baseline, which takes time.
During the first 2–6 weeks, the app is learning:
Your typical heart rate patterns
Your sleep behavior
How your body responds to strain
This calibration period ensures that your insights become accurate, personalized, and meaningful over time.
Why does Bevel show different scores than other apps?
Each health and fitness app uses its own algorithms and assumptions.
Bevel’s metrics are based on:
Current scientific research
Real-world user data
Continuous refinement of its models
Because of this, it’s normal for Bevel’s scores to differ from other platforms.
Why doesn’t the app open to today?
Bevel defines your “day” based on your Wake Up Time setting.
If you haven’t slept yet:
The app may still show the previous day
It will switch to the new day closer to your scheduled wake time
Do I need internet to use Bevel?
Most of Bevel’s core features work without an internet connection.
However, some features do require internet, such as:
Food logging and barcode scanning
Bevel Intelligence and recommendations
Why does Bevel use my location?
Location data helps provide more relevant and personalized recommendations.
For example:
Suggesting indoor workouts during bad weather
Adjusting recommendations if you’re traveling
What is a normal Respiratory Rate?
For most adults, a typical respiratory rate (RR) during sleep ranges from 12 to 20 breaths per minute and usually stays fairly consistent from day to day. This range suggests your respiratory system is functioning well and your body is getting enough oxygen without added strain.
Children and athletes may have slightly lower rates (around 12–16 breaths per minute) due to higher cardiovascular efficiency. Older adults may have slightly higher rates, often closer to 20 breaths per minute.
These ranges are general guidelines, what matters most is your personal baseline. Tracking your RR over time helps you understand what’s normal for you and spot any meaningful changes.
What’s the difference between Apple and Bevel Heart Rate Zones?
Bevel and Apple calculate heart rate zones differently:
Bevel: Uses percentage of your max heart rate
Apple: Uses heart rate reserve
If you want consistency between the two, you can manually adjust your zones in Bevel settings.
Does Bevel support Family Sharing?
Yes. Bevel Pro supports Apple Family Sharing, allowing you to share your subscription across your family plan.
How Can I Get A Refund?
Why We Can’t Make Changes for You
Subscription management for Bevel purchased through the App Store is handled entirely by Apple. This means we cannot cancel, modify, or refund App Store subscriptions on our end.
What You Can Do
Option 1: Contact Apple Support
For any subscription issues that require assistance directly from Apple, you can reach them here:
Apple Support: https://support.apple.com/en-us/118223
Apple can help you with billing questions, refunds, or subscription errors.
Option 2: Manage Your Subscription on Your iPhone
You can also update or cancel your Bevel subscription directly from your device:
Open Settings on your iPhone
Tap your Apple ID / Profile
Select Subscriptions
Choose your Bevel subscription
Adjust or cancel as needed
