# sona: sleep music & sounds — user reviews > 79 indexed App Store user reviews of sona by Pineal Labs LLC, rated 4.83/5 from 301 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sona-sleep-music-and-sounds/id1500085577/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sona-sleep-music-and-sounds/id1500085577.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 273 · 4★ 17 · 3★ 4 · 2★ 3 · 1★ 4 ## What do users think of sona? Overall sentiment: negative **Pros** - 👍 Helps with sleep and relaxation - 🧘‍♀️ Calming and meditative effects - 🎶 Unique and high-quality music - 🤗 Beneficial for mental health - 🌙 Great for kids' bedtime routine **Cons** - 🐛 App not working/launching - 🤖 Lack of customer support - 💰 Expensive for basic functionality - 🚫 Incompatible with VoiceOver **Commonly reported bugs** - Login/account issues - Missing user data - Inability to contact support **Most requested features** - Offline mode - More music and playlist options - Lifetime subscription option - Free version or trial period ## Newest reviews (10 of 79) ### 5/5 — Kids are sleeping better *2022-03-29, version 1.2.3* Getting my kids to bed has always been a struggle. I recently started putting Sona on at night to help us wind down. I noticed kids started to go to bed earlier and sleeping better. It really works!!! It has become a huge important part of our nightly routine. We look forward to putting Sona on a cuddling up. Would highly recommend to anyone. ### 5/5 — La gran ayuda *2022-02-06, version 1.2.2* Es una gran ayuda para conciliar el sueño cuando se padece de ansiedad gracias🌹 ### 5/5 — Puts my three year old to sleep in minutes✨ *2022-01-02, version 1.2.2* This app and the music are amazing. My three year old is pretty tough to put to bed most nights. We started listening to the “sleep” music and now he asks to listen to it before nap and bed time. And he falls asleep in MINUTES. He even takes deep breaths now (which we had been practicing before bed) as soon as it comes on! ### 5/5 — beautifully built with a purpose *2021-08-22, version 1.0.14* a beautiful app inside and out. love the concept and mission. ### 5/5 — A Non-Negotiable for Well-Being *2021-08-17, version 1.0.14* Phenomenal app - simple, clean, and invokes a sense of tranquility that is much needed for a moment of rest (whether during the day or in the evenings). I loved reading up on the foundation, the research behind the compositions, and the journey of the CEO. Functions and features are simply but beautifully crafted. The minimalistic design helps to set it apart because it allows you to be without distractions (no search bar, no loud graphics or visuals that stimulate, etc). Your peace is too valuable to not give this a try. ### 5/5 — Taming the BEAST! *2021-04-15, version 1.0.10* As someone that really enjoys music and uses it as an activity to reflect. Sona has really added a meditative aspect to my time of reflection. Literally feels like taming a beast😜 ### 5/5 — Such a good app *2021-04-12, version 1.0.10* I’ve never really believed these sort of apps work, but this one is AMAZING. I’ve had such good sleeps when using this app, and it’s really helped clear my mind too. Highly recommend! Super easy and simple to navigate too. ### 5/5 — A Must-Have App *2021-03-19, version 1.0.9* If you believe in the medicinal power of music and sound, then this app is for you. Helps me sleep so much better - can’t live without it! ### 5/5 — LOVE THIS *2021-03-18, version 1.0.9* This music has the craziest meditative effects!!! Instantly puts me in the zone. Helps me sleep, focus, meditate whatever I need. I’m putting all my people on ### 5/5 — So relaxing! *2021-03-17, version 1.0.9* I’ve tried out a few of the songs they offer, and was surprised to actually be put in a more relaxed state of mind. Would like to see a bit more guidance while listening to the music but would absolutely recommend this to anyone who needs a little break during their day! ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Can’t get a response on app not working *2025-11-04, version 1.2.11* I’ve loved this app in the past. However, for over a week now the app has not worked/launched. I tried messaging Sona directly and through the App Store with no response. My app is set to renew and I will be forced to cancel my renewal. ### 1/5 — Decent app, when it works *2025-10-23, version 1.2.11* Looking for an app that utilizes curated music to help alleviate anxiety and help overall mental health. When I first started using the app it was helpful. Overtime the user experience has declined significantly. First, it was the very infrequent adding of new music. Then issue where it would launch but all historic data was missing. Now I cannot even launch app, either myself or my wife. It has been over a week, we have both submitted these issues and no response. For many apps that are free or a few bucks, not a big deal. In this case we have spent $60 between us and unable to use. I do not recommend this app. ### 1/5 — Hasn’t worked for the last two weeks *2025-10-18, version 1.2.11* Worked fine for months and months. Now it won’t play music so I deleted it. Now it wants me to create a new account, but then it tells me my email is already associated with an account, but it won’t allow me to reset my password. So I try to get a hold of Support and that form won’t send. Nothing to do but leave this review, it’s the only way to communicate with you guys. Creating anxiety that the app is supposed to be eliminating ### 1/5 — App does not work. Expensive for basic functionality *2025-10-15, version 1.2.11* No tech support whatsoever. ### 1/5 — Pretty sad - error message and no support *2025-03-07, version 1.2.11* I’ve been getting error messages all day when trying to use Sona & when I tried submitting a support request in app and on the website I was unable to do so saying there the connection doesn’t exists. Their socials don’t say anything about closing so I’m sad if this is permanent. I use Sona every day ### 1/5 — DOES NOT WORK WITH VOICEOVER! LEAVES VISUALLY IMPAIRED COMMUNITY OUT! *2022-05-22, version 1.2.5* Sona will not work with VoiceOver on the iOS platform! Not one of the buttons on Sona responded to clicks while I was using VoiceOver (VO)! Visually Impaired Persons (VIPs) might need Sona, too! Next, I was surprised to sign to Sona, then IMMEDIATELY run into a “START TRIAL”! I had no idea there was no test period without being tied to a subscription! Forget and money is automatically pulled from your account! This just isn’t right for those who typically avoid such situations! Especially when they aren’t warned! AND, the 7-day trial is very stingy! I don’t even know if the surprise trial is for monthly or yearly subscription! Shame on you, Sona developer! Why not offer a Lifetime subscription? I am so tired of not being offered a one-time payment option!!! I just am tired, so very tired, of monthly and yearly greed! A user could easily spend thousands of dollars a year with all this gouging! The iOS platform has just gone completely crazy with this! There are older, disabled, and maybe others who cannot accommodate all this push for more money, more money! You might even aet more subscriptions if you did offer a Lifetime option! And, what about having a heart for those who simply can’t afford the costs, even though your app might make their lives better, just as it might help the richest persons! I am legally blind and I could use a free version! If not free, I WANT A LIFETIME VERSION! The trial version is so short and since it isn’t compatible with VoiceOver, I will not benefit from the surprise trial! I was able to listen a bit. I think Sona might be very life-changing for many of us who suffer anxiety, sleeplessness, and such. Thanks for the app, but please fix the issues stated above , with all haste! I will be happy to give more stars when you address the items above! ### 1/5 — Couldn’t even create an account *2022-02-23, version 1.2.3* If the menu music is supposed to help me it did not. I put in my email and it said i had already made a previous account but this is literally first time I download this app. ### 2/5 — Good idea but *2021-04-23, version 1.0.10* I want to like this app. But I have paid for a subscription and cannot access it. They charge me monthly for something and it’s an endless loop of “get premium access.” It’s very frustrating and they will not contact me when I click get customer support. ### 3/5 — Basically Pandora with ambient music *2022-04-10, version 1.2.3* It’s kind of like Pandora and plays random songs but it has only relaxing ambient music and plus a calming background image. The music is indeed incredibly relaxing and very good, though they are short, most songs are only 4 minutes and then they change to the next track. I would like the songs to play continuously for at least 30 minutes or 1 hour, and/or with the ability to repeat tracks. And plus, the app is only available free for 7 days and then you have to pay for a subscription after. And I would've like an offline mode as well. I wish there were some free content at least, or allow users to look at banner ads to access content in exchange. I enjoyed the peaceful ambient music though. ### 3/5 — great idea/app, not so great price *2021-04-21, version 1.0.10* ultimately, this app just curates songs for the purposes outlined in the app. it’s not magic or life-altering so I’m having a hard time understanding the relatively high cost of a “premium membership”. also, why do I have to create an account to see pricing?! ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Doesn’t work at all *2025-03-04* I want to sign up for what I’ve been told is an awesome app with awesome music to help me cool off and calm down. The app seems to think two of my emails already have accounts associated with them, which I don’t believe they do. It won’t let me create an account with those emails but it also won’t allow me to reset my password. It won’t even allow me to contact support. Of relieving stress and anxiety they’ve managed to create it ### 5/5 — Helps with self regulating *2025-03-04, version 1.2.11* I listen before meditation and at bedtime ### 5/5 — I’ve used Sona every day for four years! *2024-02-19, version 1.2.11* My twins have fallen asleep with Sona every night for almost 4 years, we had tried other sounds/music and nothing comes close. They love the “water music” — Sona has a special and unique soothing power. My only feedback is that I want more music and to be able to set different moods or vibes for myself. Thank you!! ### 5/5 — My go-to for sleep! *2023-09-25, version 1.2.11* I’ve absolutely loved using Sona so far. It’s such a simple and intuitive design that works like a charm!! ### 5/5 — Very Beneficial *2023-07-25, version 1.2.10* I’ve found the app extremely helpful in reducing my anxiety when it spikes. I’ve recently tried following the prescribed amount of listening and am finding my anxiety is not manageable all around. Very pleased with my purchase. ### 5/5 — Paz app *2023-03-31, version 1.2.9* Fabulous compilation of beautiful relaxing music. In 10 minutes, I feel rested and rejuvenated. Best experience. Thank you for bringing stress reducing music into our lives 👍👍👍 ### 5/5 — Chill switch for my brain *2022-08-02, version 1.2.6* I love Sona. I use it 3-4 times a week, usually while stretching or winding down for bed. It’s like a "chill switch" for my brain. ### 5/5 — Sona is good for sleep. It has meaning In it’s name *2022-07-28, version 1.2.6* I am so far enjoying using SONA. Their app is very user friendly.It is really mean to it’s title.I am using sona every time before i go to bed and it helps me to sleep good throughout the night. Also when in the day i am feeling stressed, I like to usa sona to relieve it. I would recommend to take a shot and see if it helps you too or not. I am looking forward to their new releases ### 5/5 — Love this App *2022-07-28, version 1.2.6* Its amazing for meditation. I use it after my yoga or while working on my desk or sometime when I go for a walk. Music is unique and very calming. ### 5/5 — Love this app so worth the $ *2022-05-11, version 1.2.4* I used to use random Spotify playlists when going to sleep and relaxing and I used the trial and am hooked. The sound quality is so good and I don’t wake up to random crap on the middle of the night. I love researching brain wave states and love how sona has the brain science too. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-20.*