# Lishtot vs Embr Wave 2

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Embr Wave 2 at 72% against Lishtot's 0%. Embr Wave 2 also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.5) and ratings volume (4K vs 19). Lishtot's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Embr Wave 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Embr Wave 2 has 4K ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Lishtot's written reviews are positive against 72% of Embr Wave 2's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lishtot | Embr Wave 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.5 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lishtot/id1243423404/reviews) | **[4.8 (4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/embr-wave-2/id1563878390/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 19 | **4K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **72.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Lishtot](https://appshunter.io/developer/1243423403) | [Embr Labs Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1205495904) |

## What reviewers say

### Lishtot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lishtot/id1243423404)

Download and organize water quality test data collected by your device. View historical tests, receive a water score for each, and categorize results by water source.

**Highlights:** Download device data, View testing history, Organize water quality information, Receive water score, Segment by water source

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Embr Wave 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/embr-wave-2/id1563878390)

Control a wearable thermal device to manage temperature discomfort, stress, and improve sleep. Explore custom sessions, personalize settings, and track usage for better well-being.

**Highlights:** Explore thermal sessions for sleep, relaxation, and focus, Personalize device button programming, Customize temperature and session duration, Schedule automatic cooling and warming sessions, Track device usage and learn about your body, Receive app and firmware updates

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective at cooling/warming
- 👍 Helps with hot flashes, night sweats, and sleep issues
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 👍 Versatile for various use cases (Raynaud's, anxiety, etc.)
- 👍 Positive impact on quality of life

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues with app
- 🐛 Firmware/software compatibility problems
- 🔋 Battery life concerns
- 💡 Desire for more advanced features (Apple Watch integration, automatic mode, etc.)

**Reported bugs**

- Connectivity issues between device and app
- Firmware/software compatibility problems with newer devices
- Battery life draining faster than expected

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch integration
- Automatic mode/detection of hot flashes
- More customization options
- Improved app functionality and stability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lishtot free?

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

### Is Embr Wave 2 free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Lishtot or Embr Wave 2?

Embr Wave 2 is rated higher. Lishtot averages 1.5 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while Embr Wave 2 averages 4.8 from 4K ratings.

### Do Lishtot or Embr Wave 2 have ads?

Embr Wave 2 shows ads; Lishtot does not.

### Which is updated more often, Lishtot or Embr Wave 2?

Lishtot ships an update every 2 months, and Embr Wave 2 every 2 months. Most recently, Lishtot was updated on November 2, 2026 and Embr Wave 2 on November 7, 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.*