Comparison

SoundScape vs Daruma

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SoundScape

Create personalized audio environments by blending over 100 nature sounds. Adjust individual volumes to craft the perfect atmosphere for sleep, focus, or relaxation. Features a sleep timer and an intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • 100+ high-quality nature sounds
  • Mix multiple sounds
  • Individual volume controls
  • Sleep timer
  • Intuitive user interface
Features
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In a world filled with noise, find your personal sanctuary of sound. This app allows you to create your own unique soundscapes by mixing and blending over 100 high-quality, authentic nature sounds. Combine the gentle patter of rain with a distant thunderstorm, or layer the songs of birds over a babbling brook. With an intuitive interface, you can individually adjust the volume of each sound to craft the perfect audio environment for any mood or task. Perfect for: Deep Sleep: Drift into a restful slumber with the soothing sounds of rain etc. Enhanced Focus: Block out distracting noises with nature sounds to concentrate on work or study. Relaxation & Meditation: Create a tranquil atmosphere for meditation, yoga, or reading with the calming sound of ocean waves. Soothing a Baby: Gentle, consistent sounds can help comfort and calm your little one. With the convenient sleep timer, you can set the sounds to automatically fade out after you've fallen asleep, ensuring a peaceful night without draining your battery. Key Features: ◆ Extensive library of 100+ high-quality sounds ◆ Mix multiple sounds simultaneously with individual volume controls ◆ Sleep timer ◆ Beautiful, clean, and intuitive user interface Enrich your daily life with the power of sound. Download now and discover your perfect soundscape.

About

Daruma

Features
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Complete ten sessions to see your Daruma become whole, then begin the cycle anew. Daruma is a breath-awareness meditation timer built around the Japanese Daruma tradition of commitment and perseverance. Complete ten sessions and your Daruma doll transforms — a living record of the intention you keep returning to your practice. Each session guides you through a simple, traditional breathing practice. When you're ready to sit in silence, an unguided timer mode is one tap away. Choose your duration, sit, and begin. Your progress stays visible on your Home Screen throughout the journey in a widget. Begin your first session today.

Screenshots

SoundScape2 screens
Daruma4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Daruma at none against SoundScape's shown. Daruma also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 18 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SoundScape ships an update every 18 months, Daruma every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SoundScape versus Daruma: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSoundScapeDaruma
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 18 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size101 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerhirokazu murabeMichal Sverak

In-app purchases

None

SoundScape

No in-app purchases

None

Daruma

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SoundScape free?
SoundScape is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Daruma free?
Daruma is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SoundScape or Daruma have ads?
SoundScape shows ads; Daruma does not.
Which is updated more often, SoundScape or Daruma?
SoundScape ships an update every 18 months, and Daruma every 5 days. Most recently, SoundScape was updated on November 2, 2026 and Daruma on October 31, 2026.

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