# EMDR vs Dream Machine

The clearest difference is review sentiment: EMDR at 46% against Dream Machine's 0%. EMDR also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months) and device support (7 vs 3). Dream Machine's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EMDR sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Dream Machine asks for nothing beyond the download.

EMDR ships an update every 6 days, Dream Machine every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EMDR | Dream Machine |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (172 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/emdr/id1572102565/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **172** | — |
| Positive reviews | **45.8% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 113 MB | 152 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bas Oppenheim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1009442115) | [Dream Machine Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/1646416111) |

## What reviewers say

### EMDR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/emdr/id1572102565)

This app provides customizable bilateral stimulation across Apple devices, offering control over visual, auditory, and haptic feedback. It supports various use cases like research, education, focus enhancement, and relaxation, with accessibility features and online broadcasting capabilities.

**Highlights:** Customizable pace and auto-stop, Stereo sounds, animations, and vibrations, Cross-device connectivity (iPhone, iPad, Mac, etc.), Game controller support, Online broadcasting via EMDR Connect, Full VoiceOver and Assistive Access support

**Features:** Game Controller support, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| EMDR+ | $4.99 | per month |
| EMDR+ with Connect | $19.99 | per month |
| EMDR+ with Connect (Monthly) | $39.99 | per month |
| EMDR+ (Yearly) | $49.99 | per year |
| EMDR+ with Connect (Yearly) | $199.99 | per year |
| EMDR+ for Research | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Effective EMDR tool
- 💡 Highly customizable
- 🚀 Works well on iPhone/iPad
- ✨ Clean interface
- 🎧 Supports audio cues

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Subscription model criticized
- 🐌 Slow on Macbook
- 📱 Apple TV app broken
- 🚫 No free trial clarity
- ⚠️ Upsell windows disrupt sessions

**Reported bugs**

- Apple Watch app won't launch after update
- Sound issues (thudding noise, stereo problems)
- Apple TV app doesn't work
- Session disrupted by upsell window
- App crashes when selecting features

**Requested features**

- Gradient effect for circle
- More customization for circle
- Alternating controller vibration
- Timer feature
- Slower BPM options (down to 30)


### Dream Machine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dream-machine/id6443485751)

Control your Dream Machine device to manage light sessions for relaxation, introspection, or mental stimulation. Browse available programs, start or stop sessions in real-time, and receive updates to keep content fresh.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth device control, Library of light sessions, Real-time session playback, Session progress tracking, Regular session updates, Device and app settings management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EMDR free?

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

### Is Dream Machine free?

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

### Do EMDR or Dream Machine have ads?

Neither EMDR nor Dream Machine shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, EMDR or Dream Machine?

EMDR ships an update every 6 days, and Dream Machine every 2 months. Most recently, EMDR was updated on October 12, 2026 and Dream Machine on September 25, 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.*