# Hemi vs Wavepaths Player

The clearest difference is rating: Wavepaths Player at 5.0 against Hemi's 4.4. Wavepaths Player also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and device support (4 vs 2). Hemi's advantage is ratings volume (2.5K vs 1) and chart position (#193 vs unranked). On price, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hemi sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Wavepaths Player asks for nothing beyond the download.

Wavepaths Player holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hemi has 2.5K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Hemi ships an update every 2 weeks, Wavepaths Player fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hemi | Wavepaths Player |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hemi-sync-flow/id1398928728/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavepaths-player/id6479019124/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.5K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 31.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#193** | — |
| Size | 94 MB | 80 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Interstate Industries, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/514852942) | [Wavepaths Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1625893948) |

## What reviewers say

### Hemi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hemi-sync-flow/id1398928728)

**Currently charting:** #193 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Explore consciousness with a curated selection of audio tracks. Access over 300 titles, including guided exercises, and create custom soundscapes. Meditate, sleep, concentrate, or relax with this comprehensive audio experience.

**Highlights:** Curated audio library, Over 300 titles, Gateway Experience exercises, Custom track mixer, Free DailySync feature, Meditate, sleep, concentrate, relax

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Helpful for meditation and mental health
- 🔊 High-quality audio
- 💻 Broad selection of content
- 🕰️ Useful for daily routines

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🤔 Confusing navigation and organization
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 📼 Limited access to full-length tracks
- 🔍 Lack of clear information about content

**Reported bugs**

- Audio playback issues and abrupt stops
- Login and account syncing problems
- Compatibility issues on certain devices
- Glitches in the app's core functionality

**Requested features**

- Offline listening capability
- Better progress tracking and personalization
- Improved search and filtering options
- More detailed track descriptions


### Wavepaths Player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavepaths-player/id6479019124)

This music player generates unique, real-time musical experiences for therapeutic purposes. It allows for dynamic adjustments to instrumentation, intensity, and emotionality, supporting person-centered care and improved therapy outcomes.

**Highlights:** Generates unique music experiences, Real-time parameter adjustment, Therapeutic templates, Person-centered care model, Improves therapy outcomes

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hemi free?

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

### Is Wavepaths Player free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hemi or Wavepaths Player?

Wavepaths Player is rated higher. Hemi averages 4.4 out of 5 from 2.5K ratings, while Wavepaths Player averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Hemi or Wavepaths Player have ads?

Neither Hemi nor Wavepaths Player shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hemi or Wavepaths Player?

Hemi ships an update every 2 weeks, and Wavepaths Player fortnightly. Most recently, Hemi was updated on September 30, 2026 and Wavepaths Player on September 27, 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.*