# NeuroVIZR vs Somnee

The clearest difference is rating: NeuroVIZR at 4.4 against Somnee's 3.7. NeuroVIZR also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). Somnee's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ratings volume (71 vs 21). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NeuroVIZR sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Somnee asks for nothing beyond the download.

NeuroVIZR holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 21 and 71 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of NeuroVIZR's written reviews are positive against 64% of Somnee's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

NeuroVIZR ships an update weekly, Somnee every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 3, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NeuroVIZR | Somnee |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neurovizr/id1553597738/reviews)** | [3.7 (71 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/somnee/id6445828473/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 21 | **71** |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | **64.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Paid** |
| Size | 121 MB | 164 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vizr Technology OÜ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896332195) | [StimScience](https://appshunter.io/developer/1575603571) |

## What reviewers say

### NeuroVIZR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neurovizr/id1553597738)

This app uses light and sound experiences with a companion device to enhance cognitive abilities and promote neuroplasticity. It offers various sessions designed for better sleep, brain exercise, and improved mind states, providing a novel approach to brain engagement.

**Highlights:** Light and sound experiences, Companion to NeuroVIZR device, Brain engagement approach, Sessions for sleep, brain gym, mind states, Circadian cycle regulation, Pre-intellectual knowledge gain

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Premium Plus Monthly | $17.49 | per month |
| Orion Monthly | $19.00 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $97.00 | per year |
| Orion Bundle Annual | $99.99 | per year |
| Premium Plus Yearly | $199.00 | per year |


### Somnee

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/somnee/id6445828473)

This app works with a smart headband to improve sleep quality using personalized neurostimulation and EEG tracking. It provides detailed sleep reports and insights to help you sleep faster, longer, and deeper.

**Highlights:** Personalized sleep neurostimulation, Clinical-grade EEG sleep tracking, Detailed sleep performance reports, AI sleep coach, Phone-free session start, Comfortable, breathable headband design

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helps fall asleep faster
- 👍 Improves deep sleep quality
- 👍 Customer service is responsive and helpful
- 👍 App is easy to use
- 👍 Device is comfortable to wear

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App is buggy and unreliable
- 🐛 Device can be inaccurate in tracking sleep
- 🐛 Headband falls off frequently
- 🐛 Subscription model is mandatory and costly
- 🐛 Customer service can be unhelpful or evasive

**Reported bugs**

- App malfunctions and prevents use
- Sleep reports are delayed or unavailable
- Device asks for reset in the middle of the night but won't restart
- App stops tracking sleep if woken up and button is pressed
- Device inaccurately registers sleep patterns (e.g., REM sleep)

**Requested features**

- Add more sleep tones or meditation sounds
- Provide a better tutorial on data interpretation
- Improve headband design for comfort
- Offer bulk electrode sales
- Provide warranty on the headband


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NeuroVIZR free?

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

### Is Somnee free?

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

### Which has better reviews, NeuroVIZR or Somnee?

NeuroVIZR is rated higher. NeuroVIZR averages 4.4 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Somnee averages 3.7 from 71 ratings.

### Do NeuroVIZR or Somnee have ads?

Neither NeuroVIZR nor Somnee shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, NeuroVIZR or Somnee?

NeuroVIZR ships an update weekly, and Somnee every 2 months. Most recently, NeuroVIZR was updated on September 3, 2026 and Somnee on September 18, 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.*
