Comparison

Embr Wave 2 vs BibPing

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

Head to head
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).

About

BibPing

Features
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BibPing helps runDisney runners act quickly when registration opportunities and important event updates appear. Choose the races and updates you care about, then receive focused push alerts with direct links to official pages. FOUNDING RUNNER INCLUDES • Registration-opening and waiting-room alerts • Queue and registration-timing updates • Race sold-out status alerts • Personalized runDisney Brooks alerts for up to three fit selections • Charity-bib opening alerts • Balloon Lady race-day checkpoint updates • Club runDisney membership availability alerts • Ad-free alerts and direct official links FREE PLANNING TOOLS Browse race dates and current statuses, explore the calendar, use the proof-of-time calculator, and send a sample notification before subscribing. BibPing is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Disney or runDisney. All third-party trademarks belong to their respective owners. An optional Founding Runner subscription is $9.99 per year. Payment is charged to your Apple ID. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in your App Store subscription settings. Terms: https://race-signal-alerts.n8x47z9smr.chatgpt.site/terms Privacy: https://race-signal-alerts.n8x47z9smr.chatgpt.site/privacy

Screenshots

Embr Wave 24 screens
BibPing4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Embr Wave 2 at none against BibPing's 1. Embr Wave 2 also leads on iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). BibPing's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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. BibPing sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Embr Wave 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Embr Wave 2 versus BibPing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEmbr Wave 2BibPing
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews72.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings4K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.5 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB2 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperEmbr Labs Inc.Josie Stephens

Bugs and requests

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

BibPing

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Embr Wave 2

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

BibPing

Subscriptions1
  • BibPing Annual Alerts$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Embr Wave 2 free?
Embr Wave 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BibPing free?
BibPing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Embr Wave 2 or BibPing have ads?
Embr Wave 2 shows ads; BibPing does not.

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