Ooly vs Studio Vela
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ooly
This app allows parents to easily set up custom naptime, bedtime, and morning routines for their child using a connected sleep companion. It offers a science-based design to promote better sleep and a unique, character-driven experience to help children bond with their sleep aid.
- Create custom nap, bedtime, and morning routines
- Set and record light colors for different times
- Blue light blocker mode for nighttime
- Remote control via intuitive mobile app
- Interactive stories and positive reinforcement activities
- Bonding experience with sleep companion character
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Novo123 is the small family business behind Ooly, the adorable sleep companion that helps your child understand when it’s time to get up. Effortlessly create healthy and customized naptime, bedtime, and morning routines with your Ooly. Simply use the Ooly Configuration App to set and record the color you want for various times. - SAFETY FIRST - We're a small family business and our own children use Ooly. Therefore, safety first. This means that Ooly is BPA-free, battery powered (i.e.: cordless, so no chocking hazard), does not produce white noise (worried about potential addiction), does not have any camera or microphone (we're privacy freaks), uses Bluetooth Low Energy (same as medical devices) and includes a "blue blocker" mode (more on this below). - DESIGN BASED ON SCIENCE - Ooly’s design is based on the scientific research of light and its impact on sleep. It is now proven that blue light inhibits the production of melatonin, delaying and disrupting sleep. Ooly is, therefore, equipped with a “blue blocker” mode to prevent the usage of disruptive blue light at nighttime. Parents should use dim red lights for night lights, as red has the least power to shift circadian rhythm and suppress melatonin. - LONGER, MORE RESTORATIVE NIGHTS AND NAPS - Hell yeah! Ooly’s main difference from other available options is that we created a universe around a lovely character: Ooly the sleepy owl. Ooly is not only a physical product but a global sleep experience that includes interactive stories and positive reinforcement activities. Our goal was for the child to bond with Ooly so that Ooly becomes a more effective solution than the typically "inert" solutions we had to deal with as parents. In this sense, Ooly is a bit like the result of crossbreeding a lovey with a toddler clock! - PARENTS DON'T HAVE TIME ...so ease of use is key. That's why Ooly is controlled remotely with an intuitive mobile app. Solutions with press buttons typically require a lot of trial and error to make work, and it is way too easy for kids to mess with their configuration. They are also easier to brake and damage. What’s more, since Ooly is remotely controlled, it is super easy for parents to make last minute changes like getting an extra 30 minutes of sleep on a Sunday morning. - 30-NIGHT TRIAL, RISK FREE - As you can see, we didn't cut corners. This extends to our customer support as well. We're proud of Ooly, and we stand ready to help you and your children enjoy a magical experience with your new, adorable sleep companion. Please note that we manufacture Ooly in small batches so it may be out of stock from time to time. Visit novo123.com to learn more about Ooly.
Studio Vela
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FR: Réservez votre place dans les cours en studio, mettez à jour vos réservations existantes, achetez des cours et des abonnements et gérez votre compte VELA, le tout à partir d'une seule application pratique. EN: Book your spot in studio classes, update your existing reservations, purchase classes and memberships, and manage your VELA account, all from one convenient app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Ooly at none against Studio Vela's shown. Ooly also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Ooly ships an update every 6 weeks, Studio Vela every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Ooly | Studio Vela |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (57 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 95.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 57 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Novo123 Inc. | Studio Vela inc. |
Bugs and requests
Ooly
Reported bugs
2 issues- Difficulty creating an account or logging in
- Firmware update issues
Requested features
3 requests- Ability to connect multiple devices to one account
- More intuitive app interface (e.g. visual clock, color selection)
- Low battery notification
Studio Vela
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Ooly
No in-app purchases
Studio Vela
No in-app purchases








