Comparison

BedJet 3 Smart Remote vs Embr Wave 2

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

BedJet 3 Smart Remote

Control your bed's climate with this app. It allows for rapid cooling, heating, and temperature regulation directly from your smartphone, replicating the functionality of the physical remote.

Highlights
  • Ultra rapid cooling
  • Heating and climate control
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Duplicate RF remote features
  • Control specific BedJet models
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The BedJet is the world's first ultra rapid cooling, heating and climate control system just for your bed. Every BedJet system comes standard with Bluetooth connectivity. The BedJet 3 Smart Remote App duplicates all features of the included RF remote control from the convenience of your iOS device. The BedJet 3 Smart Remote allows control of the BedJet 3 model 3S-800NA, and Vet BedJet Warm Air System model J1034ZMM. We are always working on improvements to our products! Please email us if you find any bugs or have trouble getting the App to work properly to info@bedjet.com.

About

Embr Wave 2

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
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Unlock the full power of your Embr Wave thermal wristband with the Embr Wave 2 app. Embr Wave is the first clinically-validated thermal wearable + app that helps your body tap into its natural response to temperature to feel better. Using Embr Wave provides immediate relief from temperature discomfort, stressful moments, and can improve sleep. The Embr Wave 2 app is the "Mission Control” for your Wave device. A full menu of sessions is available in the app to help to crush that hot flash, sleep better, and focus on the task at hand. The app gives you access to ways to relax and unwind when you need it most or to keep your cool no matter the situation. From the office, to the plane, to your own bed—and even when walking into that next meeting or social event—your Wave has you covered. Use the Embr Wave 2 app to: - Explore thermal sessions designed for Sleep, Relaxation, Destressing, Hot Flashes, Focus, Personal Comfort, your guide to all things Embr Wave and personal temperature relief and control! - Ask Tempura anything about your Embr Wave. Learn how to improve how you feel with temperature, get immediate help with your Embr Wave, discover new features, and more. - Personalize your Wave by programming the buttons on the device for quick access to your favorite sessions. - Customize sessions by setting the temperature level (9 levels) and session duration (from 1 minute to 9 hours). - Save, edit, and rename your favorite sessions to your preferences. - Schedule your Wave to run cooling and warming sessions automatically at specified times. - Dim or turn off the lights on your device for an optimal sleep experience. - Track how you use the Wave to learn about your body over time. - Keep your Wave up to date with the latest features and improvements with app and firmware updates. The Embr Wave has received numerous awards, including Time Best Inventions honorable mention (2018); the AARP Innovator in Aging prize (2019); the Men’s Health Sleep Award (2020); the IF World Design Guide Award (2021), and the National Sleep Foundation Sleep Tech Award (2023).

Screenshots

BedJet 3 Smart Remote3 screens
Embr Wave 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: BedJet 3 Smart Remote at none against Embr Wave 2's shown. BedJet 3 Smart Remote also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and review sentiment (83% vs 72%). Embr Wave 2's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (4K vs 1K). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Embr Wave 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1K and 4K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 83% of BedJet 3 Smart Remote's written reviews are positive against 72% of Embr Wave 2's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BedJet 3 Smart Remote ships an update every 6 weeks, Embr Wave 2 every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
BedJet 3 Smart Remote versus Embr Wave 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBedJet 3 Smart RemoteEmbr Wave 2
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (1K ratings)4.8 (4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews82.7% of reviews — better72.4% of reviews
Number of ratings1K4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB50 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperBEDJET LLCEmbr Labs Inc.

Customer experience

BedJet 3 Smart Remote

All ratings789 ratings
Positive83.1%
Neutral4.4%
Negative12.4%
Written reviews342 reviews
Positive82.7%
Neutral5.3%
Negative12.0%

Embr Wave 2

All ratings3,618 ratings
Positive95.3%
Neutral3.7%
Negative1.0%
Written reviews87 reviews
Positive72.4%
Neutral8.0%
Negative19.5%

User reviews

BedJet 3 Smart Remote

From 1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Intuitive app
  • 🌟 Game-changing product
  • 💤 Improved sleep quality
  • 🌡️ Effective temperature control

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🔧 Outdated app design
  • 🤔 Confusing biorhythm settings
  • 🔍 Lack of advanced features
  • ⚠️ Occasional malfunctions

Embr Wave 2

From 4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 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

Room to improve

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

Bugs and requests

BedJet 3 Smart Remote

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Firmware update issues
  • Unreliable Bluetooth connectivity
  • Inconsistent temperature readings
  • Biorhythm settings not working as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Scheduling/automation capabilities
  • Integration with smart home platforms
  • More customization options
  • Improved biorhythm programming

Embr Wave 2

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

In-app purchases

None

BedJet 3 Smart Remote

No in-app purchases

None

Embr Wave 2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BedJet 3 Smart Remote free?
BedJet 3 Smart Remote 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, BedJet 3 Smart Remote or Embr Wave 2?
Embr Wave 2 is rated higher. BedJet 3 Smart Remote averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Embr Wave 2 averages 4.8 from 4K ratings.
Do BedJet 3 Smart Remote or Embr Wave 2 have ads?
Embr Wave 2 shows ads; BedJet 3 Smart Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, BedJet 3 Smart Remote or Embr Wave 2?
BedJet 3 Smart Remote ships an update every 6 weeks, and Embr Wave 2 every 2 months. Most recently, BedJet 3 Smart Remote was updated on November 11, 2026 and Embr Wave 2 on November 11, 2026.

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