# Tap to Sleep: Bedtime Stories — Calm Sleep App for Toddlers

> Interactive, ad-free bedtime stories and lullabies for children to calm down and sleep. (iPhone/iPad app by Bedtime Story Co.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-to-sleep-bedtime-stories/id6470200980 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bedtime Story Co](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713151855)
- Category: Books, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 76 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-11-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-to-sleep-bedtime-stories/id6470200980/reviews.md

## What is Tap to Sleep?

Tap to Sleep is an ad-free, screen-time-friendly bedtime app with interactive stories for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2 to 5), plus gentle lullabies suitable from infancy.

Two full stories are free, forever. No ads. No overstimulation. Just calm.

• CALM AS BEDTIME SHOULD BE 

We're all about supporting calming bedtime routines and minimising the overstimulation of screen-time, which can lead to bedtime struggles. Tap to Sleep has no bright lights, just the gentle glow of a well-told tale with subtle, calming interactions throughout. Our relaxing short stories for toddlers and preschoolers have interactive elements in each story. Our lullabies have no interactive elements and are perfect for creating a calming atmosphere at any age, including for babies. Set the in-app sleep timer and watch your little one drift away uninterrupted.

• DESIGNED WITH SENSITIVE SLEEPERS IN MIND

Lovingly designed for every child, and especially considerate of children with ADHD, autism, epilepsy and sensory processing needs. Every story uses a darker colour palette and minimalist animation to help avoid overstimulation. Real human narration, professionally recorded throughout.

• STORIES INSIDE TAP TO SLEEP

- Goodnight Zoo (free forever). Visit the zoo at nighttime and help the alligator, bear, elephant, flamingo, giraffe, gorilla, penguin, tiger and zebra settle down to sleep, one by one.
- Goodnight Ocean. Dive beneath the waves with a turtle, whale, dolphin, shark and more as they drift off in the deep blue sea.
- Goodnight Garden. Tuck in the fox, hedgehog, squirrel, robin and their garden friends as the moon rises.
- Goodnight Rainforest. Say goodnight to a sloth, monkey, red panda, parrot and the rest of the rainforest as it grows quiet under the moonlight.
- Goodnight Farm. Help the cows, sheep, ducklings, horses and pigs wind down for the evening.
- And many more in our ever-growing Goodnight Series, including Dinosaurs, Unicorns, Little Bugs, Construction Site, and seasonal favourites for Christmas and Halloween.
- Lullabies Collection. Soothing nursery-style lullabies for babies, toddlers and anyone who needs calm. Includes Bedtime Boat (free forever), a gentle guided wind-down journey across calm waters at twilight.

• WHY TAP TO SLEEP?

- Made by parents, for parents
- Interactive stories for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2 to 5)
- Gentle lullabies suitable from infancy
- Built for little learners with a child-friendly interface
- Goodnight Zoo and Bedtime Boat free forever, no trial required
- Choose between Interactive Play or Autoplay modes
- Sleep timer available in all lullabies and autoplay stories
- Offline access, download once, enjoy anywhere
- Thoughtfully designed with sensory processing needs in mind
- NO ADS, play safe in a secure environment with parental controls
- Real human narration, professionally recorded
- A calming blend of education and relaxation

• SUBSCRIPTION

- Monthly, Yearly and Lifetime subscriptions available
- 7-day free trial, a simple subscription unlocks the full library
- Payment will be charged to your account at confirmation of purchase (plus applicable taxes)
- Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is disabled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period
- Automatic renewals will be charged at the same price you were originally charged
- Subscriptions can be managed and cancelled in your App Store account settings

• ENJOYING THE APP?
If our stories have helped settle your little one, a quick review means so much. It helps other families find a calmer bedtime.

• FOLLOW
@bedtimestoryco on Instagram and TikTok

• TERMS OF USE
https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

• PRIVACY POLICY
https://www.bedtimestoryco.com/privacy-policy

## Key features

- Interactive bedtime stories
- Ad-free experience
- Melatonin-friendly glow
- Sleep timer
- Offline access
- Special needs nurturing
- Autoplay mode

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $14.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-to-sleep-bedtime-stories/id6470200980/reviews.md

### 2/5 — No difference between YouTube

*2025-03-14*

As far as I can see there’s no difference between this and the YouTube version. You can’t close the app and still play videos. The stories only can be repeated but the length of the video doesn’t change. It had me download the video but it’s still in the app.

It says it’s 39.99 but charged 57

**Developer response:** Hi, we're really sorry to hear you are disappointed with the app. Unlike YouTube, the app is an interactive experience where you can 'tap' the animals to sleep. Being able to play the videos like YouTube is additional feature which we added so our users didn't need to experience YouTube ads. You can also use the sleep timer function, which isn't a YouTube feature. If you would like to email us or contact us on Instagram, we would be very happy to assist you further.

### 5/5 — Heaven Sent

*2024-07-27*

We love this app.  Thank you to all creators involved

**Developer response:** This is so lovely, thank you so much for the taking the time to let us know your family are enjoying our bedtime app ❤️

### 5/5 — We love it!

*2024-06-25*

We love listening to these stories as we wind down for bed. It has helped my little relax as we do bedtime routine. Thank you!

**Developer response:** This is so lovely to hear, thank you so much for letting us know you are enjoying the app! We are so pleased the stories are helping you and your little one 🙏🏻✨✨✨

### 5/5 — Wonderful for sleep in general!

*2024-06-04*

We use these stories to help settle our little one at night and at nap time. He loves them! I started using them to help my Pre K class at nap time and it made nap time so much more exciting and relaxing for them. They couldn’t wait to listen to a new story and fall sleep. 
Thank you Gemma and Mark for all your hard work!

**Developer response:** Hi, thank you so much for such a wonderful review! It's amazing to hear that the app is helping your son at nap times! Lots more stories to come!

### 5/5 — Gorgeous imagery

*2024-05-08*

Was so impressed with this, my daughter and I listened to the ocean story & we’re both feeling sleepy now. Lovely images, relaxing sounds & such a sweet thing to say good night to all the animals. 

Amazing work! X

Kate O and Izzy

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for the lovely review Katie & Izzy, we are so pleased to hear you're enjoying the stories! 🌊 We have more on the way, sweet dreams ✨✨✨

### 5/5 — Amazing for Bedtime!

*2024-04-30*

Our little toddler absolutely loves this app. She requests this app to help put her to sleep. It’s become an easy bedtime routine for us all!

**Developer response:** Hi there, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review! It means the world to us!

### 5/5 — Brilliant!

*2024-02-27*

What an amazing app!Im extremely impressed!The design and the quality is brilliant and it’s excellent for engagement. My children have been transfixed watching and listening to the stories!Its clear to see that it has been made with great knowledge and love and I’m very excited to see what new stories get added! Many thanks Alisha

**Developer response:** Thank you for such a positive review Alisha, this is great feedback for us! We love that your little one's are enjoying the app and stories ❤️ We have lots more to come and can't wait to share them with you ⭐✨✨✨✨

### 5/5 — Peaceful transition

*2024-01-01*

This app has done wonders to calm my son, Elijah down before bed. He struggles to wind down before bed but with bedtime story he was more than happy to sit on my phone to go through the stories tapping all the animals to bed and by the time I went to get his pjs he was very relaxed and dozing off. This made the transition to bed a lot easier. Definitely recommend to help with bedtime!

**Developer response:** It is so lovely to hear how well the app is working for you and Elijah 🥹 thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and give us your feedback. We have so many more stories on the way and we hope they continue to help make your bedtime routine a more enjoyable and relaxing experience ⭐✨✨

### 5/5 — Brilliant for bedtime

*2023-12-16*

This is such a great app which keeps our kids attention and gets them to wind down at bedtime. Really easy to use and really effective. Such a great idea.

**Developer response:** Great hearing our app is working for your family! Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, it really means a lot to us! We hope it continues to make your bedtime routine an easier and more enjoyable experience ⭐✨✨

### 5/5 — Game changer

*2023-12-15*

Wow!! Thank you. Ive just settled my toddler in 20 minutes and it usually takes 4 hours +
Our house is just so much more relaxed now! 
Definitely recommend

**Developer response:** This feedback is amazing Emma! 🥹 Thank you so much for letting us know how well our app is working for your family. This means the world to us and we hope it continues to make your night's a little easier 🥰✨✨

## Frequently asked questions about Tap to Sleep

### What does Bedtime Story Co: Tap to Sleep do?

This app provides interactive and ad-free bedtime stories and lullabies designed to help children calm down and fall asleep. It focuses on creating a relaxing bedtime routine with gentle visuals and soothing narration, making bedtime a peaceful learning experience.

### What are the key features of the app?

Key features include interactive stories with gentle animations, a sleep timer, autoplay mode, offline access, and lullabies for creating a calming atmosphere. It is designed to be melatonin-friendly and is especially nurturing for children with special needs.

### How much does the app cost?

The app offers a 7-day free trial and is available through monthly, yearly, and lifetime subscriptions. Payment is charged to your iTunes account, and subscriptions can be managed in your App Store account settings.

### Is this app compatible with my child's needs?

The app is specially crafted for children under 5, including those with special needs such as ADHD, epilepsy, and autism. Its focus on calming routines and minimizing overstimulation makes it suitable for a wide range of children.

### What are common use cases for this app?

Common use cases include establishing a consistent and calming bedtime routine, helping restless children wind down before sleep, providing a safe and engaging screen-time alternative, and offering a soothing experience for children with special needs.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.15 — 2026-07-09

Fixed Family Sharing subscriptions
Screen now stays awake during playback
Playback no longer auto-resumes before you press Resume
Lifetime plan users now see "Lifetime Access Active"

### 2.0.13 — 2026-05-05

Biggest update in a year, thank you for your patience.

- Updated to the latest Flutter and Dart for smoother performance on all devices
- Full compatibility with the latest iOS versions
- Faster story loading and improved download reliability
- Sleep timer improvements in lullabies and autoplay mode
- Various bug fixes and stability improvements

Sweet dreams to you and your little one.

### 2.0.11 — 2025-05-30

Bug fixes and small improvements

### 1.0.55 — 2024-11-08

Thank you for using Bedtime Story Co: Tap to Sleep, the latest update to the app includes:

New Collections - Explore the 'Goodnight Series' and the brand new 'Lullabies' collection, for a more calming bedtime.
Sleep Timer - Set the perfect sleep timer now available in all lullabies and in autoplay mode for interactive stories.
Improved Story Interaction - Gently guide your child through the story without skipping ahead, encouraging them to listen and enjoy every word.
Bug Fixes & Updates - We’ve squashed some pesky bugs, refreshed the app images, and added analytics to keep improving your experience.

We hope you’re loving the updates, sweet dreams to you and your little one.

### 1.0.54 — 2024-01-23

-- minor bug fixed

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