# 5 Second Rule vs Wavelength

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Wavelength at 81% against 5 Second Rule's 45%. Wavelength also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.7) and ratings volume (64K vs 10K). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 5 Second Rule sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and Wavelength sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Wavelength holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wavelength has 64K ratings behind it against 10K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of 5 Second Rule's written reviews are positive against 81% of Wavelength's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | 5 Second Rule | Wavelength |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5-second-rule-group-games/id1441645718/reviews) | **[4.9 (64K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavelength/id1512834505/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 10K | **64K** |
| Positive reviews | 44.8% of reviews | **80.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #27 | **#25** |
| Size | 28 MB | 160 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Boris Mikic](https://appshunter.io/developer/715048836) | [Palm Court LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1212141586) |

## What reviewers say

### 5 Second Rule

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5-second-rule-group-games/id1441645718)

**Currently charting:** #27 Top Grossing · Word, #103 Top Free · Word, #119 Top Grossing · Card, #179 Top Free · Card (US App Store)

This is a fast-paced party game for groups where players must answer a question with three answers in just five seconds. Fail to answer in time, and face a fun punishment. Includes normal and adult-themed card decks for varied party experiences.

**Highlights:** Answer questions in 5 seconds, Come up with 3 answers, Buzzer timer, Punishments for failure, Normal card deck, Sexy card deck

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscription Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Fun game
- 👍 Great for groups/parties
- 😊 Enjoyable with friends/partner
- 🐶 Cute dog review prompt

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model ($3/week)
- 🤔 Unclear free trial/subscription details
- ⏱️ Very short time limits (5 seconds)
- 🤨 Some questionable/inappropriate content

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription continues even after app deletion
- Inability to access paid content after subscription
- Crashes and compatibility issues with updates

**Requested features**

- One-time purchase option to unlock all content
- More free content/decks
- Adjustable time limits
- Better subscription management/cancellation


### Wavelength

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavelength/id1512834505)

**Currently charting:** #25 Top Free · Word, #48 Top Free · Board, #90 Top Grossing · Word, #169 Top Grossing · Board (US App Store)

A cooperative party game where players guess where a clue falls on a spectrum. Work together to read your friends' minds and win. Play in person or remotely with new content and features.

**Highlights:** Cooperative gameplay, Remote play enabled, New exclusive content, Real-time dial movements, Emoji reactions, Customizable avatars, Earn achievements

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Chaotic Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Divisive Nonsense Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lickable Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Culture Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Weird Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Jumbo Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Latest Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| Originals Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Big Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great game
- 🤗 Fun for family and friends
- 🎨 Gorgeous, cohesive, and clean design
- 🕹️ Smooth gameplay with minimal lag
- 💰 Worth the price, no ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Lack of pass-and-play mode
- 🔢 Limited number of prompts in free version
- 🤝 Cooperative mode can be frustrating with larger groups
- 🔊 Sound effects not shared between players

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes or freezes
- Prompts sometimes get skipped unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Add pass-and-play mode for local multiplayer
- Increase number of free prompts
- Add individual scoring mode for larger groups
- Allow players to hear each other's sound effects


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 5 Second Rule free?

5 Second Rule is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Wavelength free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 5 Second Rule or Wavelength?

Wavelength is rated higher. 5 Second Rule averages 4.7 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while Wavelength averages 4.9 from 64K ratings.

### Do 5 Second Rule or Wavelength have ads?

Neither 5 Second Rule nor Wavelength shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 5 Second Rule or Wavelength?

5 Second Rule ships an update every 3 weeks, and Wavelength every 3 weeks. Most recently, 5 Second Rule was updated on November 4, 2026 and Wavelength on November 4, 2026.

### Which is more popular, 5 Second Rule or Wavelength?

5 Second Rule currently peaks at #27 in the App Store charts, and Wavelength at #25. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*