Comparison

Melba vs Ronan

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

Head to head
About

Melba

This app offers voice-guided adventures and expert articles designed to enhance intimacy and connection between couples. It aims to help users explore new experiences, improve communication, and foster a more playful and satisfying relationship.

Highlights
  • Voice-guided intimacy adventures
  • Expert-written relationship articles
  • Over 50 guided experiences
  • Focus on communication and connection
  • Scientifically proven intimacy satisfaction increase
  • Remove performance pressure
Features
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Melba – the app that helps couples strengthen their connection, one experience at a time. Discover a world of voice-guided adventures to reconnect, play, learn, and grow together. 50+ guided experiences available Designed for couples at every stage of their relationship Created in Paris with relationship experts Trusted by over 1M+ couples worldwide Scientifically shown to improve relationship satisfaction BENEFITS 80% of Melba users report greater relationship satisfaction after 1 month 90% say their relationship feels more fun and playful 87% feel more confident communicating with their partner Additional benefits: Reduce pressure and perfectionism Be more present with your partner Feel empowered to explore new experiences together Slow down and enjoy shared moments Spark your imagination Discover new ways to connect Deepen self-awareness FEATURES Voice-Guided Adventures Choose an experience based on your mood and preferences, set the scene, press play, and follow along — 30 minutes of guided connection. With 10+ categories and learning programs, there's always something new to explore. Expert-Led Learning Articles on relationship and communication topics, written by couples therapists and relationship specialists. Learn to connect more deeply, challenge assumptions, and understand each other better. Also: Free partner access included. USER REVIEWS "A great way to bring novelty into our relationship." – Eric "Fun and focused on both partners at every moment." – Julia "The voice is calm and unobtrusive — we had a great time." – Matthew "Routine was affecting us; with Melba it felt like a first date again." – Audrey Get free access to all the articles written by our experts and the first audio adventure. READ OUR TERMS OF USE here: https://en.melba.app/condition-generale-dutilisation READ OUR PRIVACY POLICY here: https://en.melba.app/politique-de-confidentialite

About

Ronan

This program helps men retrain their nervous system to stay present during intimacy, build confidence, and break free from reliance on external arousal. It offers structured guided sessions designed to improve control and connection.

Highlights
  • Stay present during pleasure
  • Build reliable confidence
  • Connect with a partner
  • Break free from porn reliance
  • Structured guided sessions
  • Sequential progression
Features
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Avoiding pleasure isn't control. It's fear. Most "solutions" tell you to quit...quit porn, quit masturbating, quit wanting it. But the moment you're back in bed with someone you care about... you're still in your head. If you: - lose control during sex - rely on porn to stay aroused - feel pressure instead of confidence The problem isn't your body. It's your nervous system. Ronan trains you to stay present inside pleasure. That's real control. HOW IT WORKS: Ronan is a structured program, not a playlist. Each guided session builds on the last, progressively rewiring how your body responds to arousal, pressure, and intimacy. 5 focused categories: - Lasting Longer — stay calm, present, and in control - Getting & Staying Hard — build reliable confidence in your body - Finishing With a Partner — stay connected and out of your head - Breaking Free From Porn — rewire your arousal on your terms - Showing Up With Confidence — carry presence into every part of your life 45 sessions. Sequential progression. Built for men who are done hoping it gets better on its own. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS: - Monthly: $19.99/month (7-day free trial) - Yearly: $199.99/year (7-day free trial) Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period is forfeited upon purchasing a subscription. Terms of Use: https://www.stephanieganowski.com/ronan-terms-of-use/

Screenshots

Melba4 screens
Ronan4 screens

Verdict

The call

Melba and Ronan both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Ronan's written reviews are positive against 54% of Melba's. Melba's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Melba sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and Ronan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Melba against 4.7 for Ronan. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Melba has 1.1K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 54% of Melba's written reviews are positive against 100% of Ronan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Melba ships an update weekly, Ronan every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Melba versus Ronan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMelbaRonan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.1K ratings) — better4.7 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews53.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.1K — better6
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB29 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperMelbaStephanie Ganowski

Customer experience

Melba

All ratings1,106 ratings
Positive95.0%
Neutral1.7%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews80 reviews
Positive53.8%
Neutral8.8%
Negative37.5%

Ronan

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Melba

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes and freezes
  • Compatibility issues
  • Errors and French language prompts

Requested features

3 requests
  • More diverse and realistic scenarios
  • Ability to skip or adjust pace of guided experiences
  • Frequent content updates

Ronan

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Melba

Subscriptions10
  • Melba Premium (1 month)7 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Welcome Offer (1 month)7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Melba Premium (1 month)$19.991 Month
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  • DUO PASS1 Month trial$24.991 Month
  • DUO PASS$24.991 Month
  • Melba Premium7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Melba Premium (1 year)7 Days trial$119.991 Year
  • Melba Start7 Days trial$119.991 Year
  • DUO PASS7 Days trial$119.991 Year
  • DUO PASS$119.991 Year
2 purchases

Ronan

Subscriptions2
  • Ronan Monthly7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Ronan Annual7 Days trial$199.991 Year

Questions

Is Melba free?
Melba is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ronan free?
Ronan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Melba or Ronan?
Melba is rated higher. Melba averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Ronan averages 4.7 from 6 ratings.
Do Melba or Ronan have ads?
Neither Melba nor Ronan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Melba or Ronan?
Melba ships an update weekly, and Ronan every 2 months. Most recently, Melba was updated on November 12, 2026 and Ronan on November 9, 2026.

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