# beyondMD vs Embr Wave 2

The clearest difference is ads: beyondMD at none against Embr Wave 2's shown. beyondMD also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Embr Wave 2's advantage is ratings volume (3.8K vs 2). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

beyondMD holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Embr Wave 2 has 3.8K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

beyondMD ships an update fortnightly, Embr Wave 2 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | beyondMD | Embr Wave 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beyondmd/id1528071744/reviews)** | [4.8 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/embr-wave-2/id1563878390/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **3.8K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 72.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 47 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [DOCTALKGO NATUROPATHIC PC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1445857846) | [Embr Labs Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1205495904) |

## What reviewers say

### beyondMD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beyondmd/id1528071744)

Access a wide range of medical therapies, medications, and physicians across all 50 states. Fill out a questionnaire to schedule virtual appointments with board-certified doctors for conditions like weight loss, sexual health, sleep issues, and more. Receive prescriptions directly to your door or at a local pharmacy.

**Highlights:** Schedule appointments with US certified doctors, Receive medications delivered to your door, Manage personal medical needs, Save time and money on healthcare, Apple Health app integration for remote monitoring

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none


### Embr Wave 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/embr-wave-2/id1563878390)

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is beyondMD free?

beyondMD 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, beyondMD or Embr Wave 2?

beyondMD is rated higher. beyondMD averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Embr Wave 2 averages 4.8 from 3.8K ratings.

### Do beyondMD or Embr Wave 2 have ads?

Embr Wave 2 shows ads; beyondMD does not.

### Which is updated more often, beyondMD or Embr Wave 2?

beyondMD ships an update fortnightly, and Embr Wave 2 every 2 months. Most recently, beyondMD was updated on September 30, 2026 and Embr Wave 2 on October 13, 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.*