This guide takes an in-depth look at the Muse headband based on the company's published information — what it is, how it works, and who it's designed for.
What is Muse?
Muse is a brain-sensing headband line from InteraXon, a Canadian neurotechnology company founded in 2007 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The company says the headbands use EEG sensors to give real-time neurofeedback during meditation: a calm mind plays gentle sounds while a wandering mind plays storm sounds, with the goal of training focus over time through the Muse app (500+ guided sessions, progress tracking, and goals).
Flagship products
- Muse 2 — EEG brain training for focus and calm; the company says it also tracks heart rate, breath, and body movement.
- Muse S Athena (2025 flagship) — combines EEG with fNIRS for brain blood-oxygen monitoring, plus overnight sleep staging measured from brainwaves, according to Muse.
- Muse Premium — optional subscription unlocking focus training, AI coaching, and advanced insights.
Who is it for?
Meditation beginners who want feedback on whether they're actually focused, and biohackers interested in quantifying sleep and brain activity.
What sets Muse apart
According to the company, Muse S Athena is "the only wearable that reads your brain while you sleep," with sleep staging measured from brainwaves (EEG), which the brand calls the gold standard for sleep staging and says has 86% accuracy versus expert-scored sleep studies. Muse says it has sold more portable EEG devices than any other system in history and that its devices are used by 500,000+ people with hundreds of third-party published research papers.
Pricing
As listed on the official store (September 2026): Muse 2 $249.99, Muse S Athena $474.99, Muse Premium $45/year. Check the brand's site for current pricing.
Muse FAQ
What does the Muse headband do?
According to the company, it reads brain activity via EEG sensors and gives real-time audio feedback during meditation to help train focus.
What is the difference between Muse 2 and Muse S Athena?
According to Muse, Athena adds fNIRS brain blood-oxygen monitoring and overnight sleep staging; Muse 2 focuses on meditation training plus heart rate, breath, and movement tracking.
Is Muse a Canadian company?
Yes — InteraXon was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Where can I find verified Muse discount codes?
On the ThriveTools discount-codes page.
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