# Rain Sounds HQ: sleep aid — 300+ rainstorm,water,storms

> High-quality nature sound recordings for sleep, relaxation, and focus. (iPhone/iPad app by Phase4 Mobile.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rain-sounds-hq-sleep-aid/id888786749 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Phase4 Mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/787654481)
- Category: Medical, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 27,400 App Store ratings · 487 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 76 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 1 more
- Released: 2014-08-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rain-sounds-hq-sleep-aid/id888786749/reviews.md

## What is Rain Sounds HQ?

Can’t sleep? Fall asleep fast to over 300 high-quality full-stereo recordings from around the world. Sleep deeply every night, and wake up feeling fresh and energized.

Create your own personalized mixes for sleep, relaxation, travel, study, naps or mediation, blending up to 6 sounds at a time. Set a timer to gently fade out after you’ve fallen asleep.

Join millions of people who have downloaded Rain Sounds HQ to sleep deeply every night.

Explore your own beautiful library of high-resolution natural sounds, individually selected for their quality.

And 75+ high-quality sounds can be downloaded for FREE, without a subscription!

Fall asleep to gentle showers and rolling thunderstorms in the world’s forests, countryside, and cities. Relax to the quiet drumming of rain on tents, umbrellas, roofs, temples, skylights and more. Add a gentle stream or soothing waterfall and drift off to deep sleep.

Choose from over 300 high-quality full-stereo sounds, including:

• Rainstorms in Amsterdam, Bali, California, England, Finland, Germany, Italy, North Carolina, Oregon, Paris, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, Toronto, Wales, Washington... and more!

• Thunderstorms in Australia, Arizona, Chicago, Cologne, Finland, Italy, Germany, Missouri, the Netherlands, New England, Germany, Oregon, Toronto, Wales… and more!

• Streams, Rivers and Waterfalls from Mt. St. Helens, Scotland, Swiss glaciers, Sydney… and more!

• Rain falling on tents, umbrellas, roofs, skylights, windshields, greenhouses, temples... and more!

• Heavy rainstorms, Blizzards, Hailstorms… and more!

• Monthly Bonus Sounds added each month, such as North Sea in Denmark, Small Stream in Grand Canyon, Rhode Island Crickets, Rustling English Beech Hedge... and more!

With over 300 soothing sounds to choose from, you’ll fall asleep fast and wake up feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

Rain Sounds HQ includes for FREE: Over 75 high-quality stereo recordings, unlimited 6-sound mixes, Monthly Bonus Sounds, and an auto-shutoff timer.

Subscribe to get over 300 high-quality sounds in 19 categories, all Monthly Bonus Sounds, all future sound additions, and no ads.

Improve your sleep, your health, and your sense of well-being starting tonight.

Rain Sounds HQ Features:
• Over 75 natural sounds recorded on location around the world (over 300 with subscription) 
• Long high-quality 100% stereo recordings
• Easy-to-create blended mixes of any 6 sounds
• Sleep timer with slow audio fade-out, settable with a simple tap
• Monthly bonus sounds added each month (all included with subscription)
• Beautiful high-definition images from around the globe
• Modern easy-to-use interface, tailored for nighttime use
• Runs in background while using other apps or when the screen is locked
• Mixes with other sound apps such as Music or Audiobooks

Download Rain Sounds HQ now to start sleeping better tonight.


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Privacy Policy: https://phase4mobile.com/privacy-policy/

Image credit: http://www.phase4mobile.com/image-credits/

## Key features

- Over 300 high-quality stereo sound recordings
- Create personalized sound mixes
- Sleep timer with fade-out
- Monthly bonus sounds
- Background playback
- Modern, easy-to-use interface

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rain Sounds HQ Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Rain Sounds HQ Premium | $3.99 | per month |


## What do users think of Rain Sounds HQ?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 💤 Helps with sleep
- 🔊 High-quality rain sounds
- 🎨 Variety of sound options
- 🕰️ Convenient timer feature
- 🆓 Free app with no paywalls

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional glitches or bugs
- 🔍 Limited sound selection
- 💤 Sudden sound cutoff can wake user

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App unexpectedly starts playing in car
- Ads blocking access to app controls

**Most requested features**

- More nature sounds beyond rain
- Ability to randomize sound playlist
- Gradual volume fade-out at end of timer

## Recent user reviews (10 of 487)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rain-sounds-hq-sleep-aid/id888786749/reviews.md

### 4/5 — WTF Design

*2026-08-14, version 4.9*

Killer app. Used it for a decade. My phone screen just got left on all night while it was charging because ???? Why is it designed that the screen will not turn off when playing sounds while the app is on the home page of that sound?

Update: 
Phase4 responded - thank you - and said to lock the screen. Why is the only app I’ve used that doesn’t turn off the screen after a set amount of time passes without any input? IK this would be an infinitesimally small thing to do for the environment but at least factor that in to how much energy gets used needlessly when people’s phones are left on because the app doesn’t turn the screen off after not getting  feedback

### 5/5 — stormin was the best

*2026-08-04, version 4.9*

Realistic drawing , I sleep great Thank s

### 5/5 — rain sounds

*2026-07-31, version 4.9*

10

### 5/5 — Great app

*2026-07-25, version 4.9*

It’s free & makes rain noise.

### 5/5 — Rain sounds ha

*2026-07-20, version 4.9*

Meets my needs every night.

### 5/5 — this is the app

*2026-07-14, version 4.9*

this is the only rain sounds app i would ever use, and i’ve actually been using it for years at this point—all night, every night. the app is great, the features are basic but are exactly what i want! the audio quality is great and if it loops, i haven’t noticed in ten years.

### 5/5 — ZZZtown

*2026-07-07, version 4.8*

Provides the best sleep, you can imagine!

### 5/5 — Great app

*2026-07-02, version 4.8*

I have issues with anxiety so getting my brain to relax and settle down is something I have struggled with for years. I found this app a few years back and use it often. I love that it has a timer function so it won’t run your phone down running all night.  Thanks to the creators 👍

### 5/5 — Lovely soothing sounds

*2026-07-01, version 4.8*

Definitely helps me drift off much more easily 😊

### 5/5 — 寝れない時

*2026-06-24*

寝れない時によく活用してます。心地よい音ありがとうございます。

## Frequently asked questions about Rain Sounds HQ

### What does Rain Sounds HQ do?

Rain Sounds HQ provides over 300 high-quality stereo recordings of nature sounds, such as rainstorms, thunderstorms, and water sounds. It helps users fall asleep faster, relax, study, or meditate by creating personalized sound mixes and using a gentle fade-out timer.

### What are the key features of Rain Sounds HQ?

Key features include a vast library of over 300 nature sounds, the ability to create custom mixes of up to six sounds, a sleep timer with a slow audio fade-out, and monthly bonus sounds. The app also offers background playback and a modern, user-friendly interface.

### How much does Rain Sounds HQ cost?

The app offers a free version with over 75 high-quality stereo recordings, unlimited sound mixes, monthly bonus sounds, and a sleep timer. A subscription unlocks the full library of over 300 sounds, all bonus sounds, future additions, and removes ads.

### What kind of sounds are available in Rain Sounds HQ?

The app features a wide variety of sounds including rainstorms from different global locations, thunderstorms, streams, rivers, waterfalls, and rain falling on various surfaces like tents, roofs, and umbrellas. It also includes sounds like heavy rainstorms, blizzards, and hailstorms.

### Can I use Rain Sounds HQ while using other apps?

Yes, the app is designed to run in the background, allowing you to use other applications or lock your screen while the sounds continue to play. It can also mix with other sound apps like music or audiobooks.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.9 — 2026-07-08

• Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 4.8 — 2026-06-07

• Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 4.7 — 2026-03-10

• Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 4.6 — 2026-02-21

• Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 4.5 — 2026-02-05

• Bug fixes and performance improvements.

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## More apps by Phase4 Mobile

- [Sleep Sounds HQ: relaxing aid](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleep-sounds-hq-relaxing-aid/id846205070)
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- [Power Nap Tracker: cycle timer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/power-nap-tracker-cycle-timer/id891618463)
- [Baby HQ: sleep sounds machine](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/baby-hq-sleep-sounds-machine/id891622432)

All apps by Phase4 Mobile: https://appshunter.io/developer/787654481

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