Comparison

Brainwave Player vs Evolutioner

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

Head to head
About

Brainwave Player

This app offers guided audio therapy for meditation, sleep, focus, and mood enhancement. It's designed for various activities like studying, creative projects, and relaxation, serving as a companion for deep relaxation and mental well-being.

Highlights
  • Guided meditation audio
  • Sleep and relaxation sounds
  • Focus and concentration enhancement
  • Mood elevation exercises
  • Creative project support
  • Pet and child calming sounds
Features
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Welcome to the leading-edge of neuro-acoustic technology. The Brainwave Player is the perfect companion for: > Deep relaxing experiences > Rejuvenating sleep and deep relaxation > Study, reading time and homework > Heightened focus and concentration > Mood elevation > Calming pets and children > Business brainstorming and idea generation > Creative projects and hobbies > Visualisation and affirmation exercises ... and much more This APP is designed to be used for clients of Brainwave Research UK.

About

Evolutioner

This app uses specialized sound frequencies in daily 12-minute music sessions to support brain health. It aims to strengthen fundamental brainwaves through auditory stimulation. It is not a substitute for professional medical treatment.

Highlights
  • Daily 12-minute music sessions
  • Soundwave technology for brain health
  • Strengthens fundamental brainwaves
  • Supports focus and concentration
  • Aids in sleep and relaxation
Features
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Evolutioner is an app that uses soundwave technology to support brain health. The user simply listens to a daily 12-min music session. The session contains specific sound frequencies that strengthen fundamental brainwaves. Please note that Evolutioner is not a replacement for medical or psychological treatment and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We do not express, imply, or intend any medical claims. Although all statements on the website are accompanied by research or user feedback, no statements have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Privacy Policy: https://evolutioner.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://evolutioner.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Brainwave Player4 screens
Evolutioner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Evolutioner at 4.8 against Brainwave Player's 2.0. Evolutioner also leads on review sentiment (69% vs 33%) and ratings volume (1.7K vs 1). Brainwave Player's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. Evolutioner sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Brainwave Player asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Evolutioner holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Evolutioner has 1.7K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Brainwave Player's written reviews are positive against 69% of Evolutioner's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Brainwave Player ships an update every 3 weeks, Evolutioner fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Brainwave Player versus Evolutioner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrainwave PlayerEvolutioner
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings)4.8 (1.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews68.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings11.7K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.014.0.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBrainwave Research UK LtdLa Grange International Inc.

Customer experience

Brainwave Player

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Evolutioner

All ratings1,717 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral1.6%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews181 reviews
Positive68.5%
Neutral6.1%
Negative25.4%

Bugs and requests

Brainwave Player

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Evolutioner

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent app crashes
  • Login issues and inability to access account
  • Playback problems with music stopping unexpectedly

Requested features

5 requests
  • More variety in music tracks
  • Option to download tracks for offline use
  • Ability to customize frequency settings
  • Integration with other health/wellness apps
  • Better user interface and navigation

In-app purchases

None

Brainwave Player

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Evolutioner

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Access7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Monthly7 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Yearly Access7 Days trial$89.991 Year
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  • Yearly7 Days trial$179.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$199.99

Questions

Is Brainwave Player free?
Brainwave Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Evolutioner free?
Evolutioner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Brainwave Player or Evolutioner?
Evolutioner is rated higher. Brainwave Player averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Evolutioner averages 4.8 from 1.7K ratings.
Do Brainwave Player or Evolutioner have ads?
Neither Brainwave Player nor Evolutioner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Brainwave Player or Evolutioner?
Brainwave Player ships an update every 3 weeks, and Evolutioner fortnightly. Most recently, Brainwave Player was updated on November 2, 2026 and Evolutioner on November 3, 2026.

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