# 5Rhythms vs Apollo Neuro

The clearest difference is price: Apollo Neuro at Free against 5Rhythms's $1.99. Apollo Neuro also leads on ratings volume (1.9K vs 8) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). 5Rhythms's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On rating, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Apollo Neuro is free to download; 5Rhythms costs $1.99 up front. 5Rhythms sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Apollo Neuro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $89.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for 5Rhythms against 4.5 for Apollo Neuro. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Apollo Neuro has 1.9K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of 5Rhythms's written reviews are positive against 62% of Apollo Neuro's.

5Rhythms ships an update every 2 months, Apollo Neuro every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 5Rhythms | Apollo Neuro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.4 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5rhythms/id1080655616/reviews) | **[4.5 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apollo-neuro/id1457385148/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **1.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | **62.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 19 MB | 658 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [5Rhythms Global Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1126140996) | [Apollo Neuro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1378318920) |

## What reviewers say

### 5Rhythms

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5rhythms/id1080655616)

Discover and book movement classes and workshops globally. Access exclusive in-home practice sessions and music. Track your progress and connect with teachers and the community.

**Highlights:** Find and book classes worldwide, Access exclusive mini-waves for home practice, Listen to music collection, Watch community perspectives, Student logging for progress tracking, In-app messaging with teachers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Beating Drums | $2.99 | one-time |
| Nemah Wave | $2.99 | one-time |
| ReUnion | $2.99 | one-time |
| Peaceful waves | $2.99 | one-time |


### Apollo Neuro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apollo-neuro/id1457385148)

This app uses silent sound wave vibrations to improve calm, focus, energy, and sleep. It offers instant stress relief and can be enhanced with a wearable device for deeper, long-term wellness benefits. Track your progress and integrate with other health apps.

**Highlights:** Silent sound wave vibrations, Instant stress relief, Improved calm and focus, Enhanced energy and sleep, Progress tracking, Smart health integrations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sessions Premium (Yearly) | $89.99 | per year |
| SmartVibes One Year | $99.99 | per year |
| Apollo Pro - Yearly | $159.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective for anxiety, sleep, and focus
- 👍 Discreet and comfortable to wear
- 🤩 Noticeable benefits like improved sleep and HRV
- 🧘‍♀️ Helps with relaxation, grounding, and managing stress
- ⚡️ Provides an energy boost when needed

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Battery life issues, device needs frequent charging
- 🐛 Connectivity and app stability problems
- 💰 Expensive device and subscription model
- 🤖 App is buggy, unintuitive, and lacks key features
- 🔒 Concerns about lack of user control and data privacy

**Reported bugs**

- Scheduled sessions not always starting as planned
- Bluetooth connectivity issues and device not pairing properly
- App crashes, freezes, and general instability
- Usage data not tracking accurately in the app

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch integration for easier control
- More customization options for schedules and modes
- Longer duration for programs and vibration patterns
- Improved sleep tracking and integration with other health apps
- Ability to use device without the app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 5Rhythms free?

5Rhythms costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Apollo Neuro free?

Apollo Neuro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 5Rhythms or Apollo Neuro?

Apollo Neuro is rated higher. 5Rhythms averages 4.4 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Apollo Neuro averages 4.5 from 1.9K ratings.

### Do 5Rhythms or Apollo Neuro have ads?

Neither 5Rhythms nor Apollo Neuro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 5Rhythms or Apollo Neuro?

5Rhythms ships an update every 2 months, and Apollo Neuro every 3 weeks. Most recently, 5Rhythms was updated on September 15, 2026 and Apollo Neuro on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*