PlantWave vs Dacus Library Self
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PlantWave
This app allows you to listen to music generated by plants through a connected device or from a global network of other users. You can customize the instrumentation and use the experience for relaxation and mindfulness.
- Listen to plant music
- Stream from global network
- Choose instrument groups
- Relaxation tool
- Mindfulness aid
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Listen to plants with PlantWave Tune into your PlantWave device or stream one of many others broadcasting from around the world. Choose Instrumentation Select groups of instruments for your plants to play. Relax Listening brings humans into the present moment. Take time to listen to your plants and appreciate them as active participants in your life. Unlock advanced editor features and more for $3.99 a month with a subscription to PlantWave Plus+. See our terms here: https://plantwave.com/terms
Dacus Library Self
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Download the Dacus Library Self-Checkout app to borrow library materials quickly and easily using only your phone. Log in with your Winthrop University credentials; scan the barcode using the camera on your device, and click "Finish." Place your selections on the kiosk near the exit to complete the process. You will receive an e-mail receipt listing your items and their due dates. As always, the User Services staff is available to assist you!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Dacus Library Self at none against PlantWave's 4. Dacus Library Self also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. PlantWave sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Dacus Library Self asks for nothing beyond the download.
PlantWave ships an update every 5 weeks, Dacus Library Self every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PlantWave | Dacus Library Self |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (57 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 64.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 57 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 196 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Data Garden | Meescan Inc. |
In-app purchases
PlantWave
- PlantWave Plus3 Days trial$3.991 Month
- PlantWave Pro3 Days trial$8.991 Month
- PlantWave Plus (Annual)7 Days trial$34.991 Year
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- PlantWave Pro (Annual)7 Days trial$79.991 Year
Dacus Library Self
No in-app purchases
Questions
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