# Sheep Counter Free

> Relaxing sounds and eye motion to aid sleep. (iPhone/iPad app by Ferdi Kriel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sheep-counter-free/id557189370 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ferdi Kriel](https://appshunter.io/developer/557189373)
- Category: Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 4.0 · 39 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-09-18
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sheep-counter-free/id557189370/reviews.md

## What is Sheep Counter Free?

★★ Sheep Counter Free helps you to sleep! ★★

"Great relaxing sounds, works like a charm!!!" - baasbunk

Counting sheep is a mental exercise used as a means of lulling oneself to sleep. 
The earliest reference to counting sheep as means of helping one to fall asleep was as 
early as 1605 in the book Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes. 

★★ Key Features ★★
✓ Sheep Counter Free(repetitive and rhythmic)
✓ Natural White Noise 
✓ Eye relaxing motion

★★ Sheep Counter Free helps to: ★★
✓ induce boredom while occupying the mind with something simple, repetitive and rhythmic, all of 
which are known to help humans sleep. 
✓ expend mental energy which will help you to fall asleep.

★★ Sheep Counter Free includes natural white noise ★★ 
✓  A selection of 4 natural sounds are included that inhabits the medium wave spectrum of White Noise. 
✓ Storm (Comforting storm - thunder and rain)
✓ Rain (Rain droplets falling)
✓ Waves (The lapping of waves on a beach)
✓ Camp Fire (Relaxing camp fire in a natural environment)

Natural white noise and environmental ambiance are an effective way for, sound masking and relaxation.

White Noise:
✓ drowns out other noises that can help you focus less on those other noises
✓ is very similar to womb sounds such as your heart beating, blood flowing
✓ repetitiveness can help you to stay asleep

♥♥ Try Sheep Counter Free ♥♥
Start counting those sleep deprived jumping sheep it might help you to get those 
extra hours of sleep you need. It is perfect for noisy environments (i.e. Hotels & masking 
out the loud neighbors next door).

There is a lot of research available on the effectiveness of inducing boredom and the use 
of white noise. A lot of gadgets on the market also supports it success.

## Key features

- Repetitive sheep counting motion
- Natural white noise sounds
- Eye relaxing animation
- Sound masking for noisy environments
- Selection of 4 natural sounds

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sheep-counter-free/id557189370/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Plz fix

*2014-01-06*

I really love this app it always makes me fall asleep but the problem is is that I downloaded it on my iPad air and it crashes every single time it has never worked it only worked on my iPhone so I really wish that I could use it on my iPad so plz update it!!!!!!

## Frequently asked questions about Sheep Counter Free

### How does Sheep Counter Free help you sleep?

Sheep Counter Free uses a simple, repetitive, and rhythmic sheep counting motion combined with natural white noise sounds to induce boredom and expend mental energy, both of which are known to help humans fall asleep. The sounds also help mask distracting noises.

### What types of sounds does Sheep Counter Free include?

Sheep Counter Free includes a selection of four natural white noise sounds: Storm (thunder and rain), Rain (rain droplets), Waves (lapping waves on a beach), and Camp Fire (a relaxing campfire ambiance). These sounds are designed for sound masking and relaxation.

### Is Sheep Counter Free suitable for noisy environments?

Yes, Sheep Counter Free is perfect for noisy environments such as hotels or for masking loud neighbors. The white noise and ambient sounds effectively drown out other noises, allowing for better focus on relaxation and sleep.

### What is the age rating for Sheep Counter Free?

Sheep Counter Free has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app's content is designed to be non-disruptive and calming.

### When was Sheep Counter Free last updated?

Sheep Counter Free was last updated on September 18, 2012, with version 1.0.0. The app was initially released on the same date.

### What devices is Sheep Counter Free available on?

Sheep Counter Free is available on devices with an age rating of 4+. The app is designed for mobile platforms.

### What do users think of Sheep Counter Free?

User feedback indicates that Sheep Counter Free is effective, with one user describing the sounds as 'Great relaxing sounds, works like a charm!!!'. However, the app has a low rating of 2.0 stars based on only two reviews.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.0 — 2012-09-18

No release notes.

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