# Serenis vs Squid 2

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Squid 2 at none against Serenis's 12. Squid 2 also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 59 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Serenis's advantage is ratings volume (154 vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Serenis sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Squid 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Squid 2 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Serenis has 154 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Serenis ships an update every 59 months, Squid 2 every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Serenis | Squid 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (154 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/serenis/id1115384286/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/squid-2/id6450772283/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **154** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 41.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 59 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 243 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hypnosis and Meditation for Success, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/381583151) | [ShenZhen Yuyue Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1212727401) |

## What reviewers say

### Serenis

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/serenis/id1115384286)

This app uses sleep learning hypnosis to promote positive change while you sleep. Guided sessions and soothing music work with your subconscious to reshape mindset and beliefs, helping you wake up refreshed and energized.

**Highlights:** Sleep learning hypnosis sessions, Guided relaxation and soothing music, Subconscious mind programming, Customizable program playlists, In-app store for additional programs, Gentle wake-up alarm

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Serenity Sleep Music | Free | one-time |
| Dreamscape Sleep Music | $4.99 | one-time |
| Clear Your Mind Meditation | $4.99 | one-time |
| Confidence Booster | $4.99 | one-time |
| Feel Attractive=Be Attractive | $4.99 | one-time |
| Personal Transformation | $4.99 | one-time |
| The New You | $4.99 | one-time |
| Win Them Over With Humor | $4.99 | one-time |
| Stop Codependency | $4.99 | one-time |
| Calm Nights Sleep Music | $4.99 | one-time |
| Power of Saying No | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Sale | $21.99 | one-time |


### Squid 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/squid-2/id6450772283)

This app allows web developers to easily capture HTTP packages for API debugging. It supports various encoding methods like gzip and br, and handles multiple media types including images, HTML, and JSON. Securely debug both HTTP and HTTPS APIs.

**Highlights:** HTTP package capture, API debugging, Gzip and BR encoding, Image, HTML, JSON media support, HTTPS API support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Serenis free?

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

### Is Squid 2 free?

Squid 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Serenis or Squid 2?

Squid 2 is rated higher. Serenis averages 4.6 out of 5 from 154 ratings, while Squid 2 averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Serenis or Squid 2 have ads?

Neither Serenis nor Squid 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Serenis or Squid 2?

Serenis ships an update every 59 months, and Squid 2 every 6 weeks. Most recently, Serenis was updated on October 12, 2026 and Squid 2 on October 4, 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.*