# BrainWave vs Pink Pulse

The clearest difference is update cadence: BrainWave at every 2 months against Pink Pulse's every 48 months. BrainWave also leads on ratings volume (1.2K vs 6) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Pink Pulse's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $4.99) and review sentiment (100% vs 88%). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

BrainWave costs $4.99 and Pink Pulse $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for BrainWave against 4.8 for Pink Pulse. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BrainWave has 1.2K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of BrainWave's written reviews are positive against 100% of Pink Pulse's.

BrainWave ships an update every 2 months, Pink Pulse every 48 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BrainWave | Pink Pulse |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | **[4.9 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainwave-sharp-mind/id308715234/reviews)** | [4.8 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pink-pulse/id1347463371/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 87.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 48 months |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#188** |
| Size | 158 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Banzai Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/305909501) | [Erfan Reed](https://appshunter.io/developer/1347463370) |

## What reviewers say

### BrainWave

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainwave-sharp-mind/id308715234)

Enhance focus, memory, and problem-solving skills with advanced brainwave programs. This app combines binaural tones with ambient sounds and music to guide your mind into optimized mental states for learning and creativity. Customize your experience with adjustable settings and enjoy a unique approach to brainwave entrainment.

**Highlights:** 18 Advanced Brainwave Programs, Binaural Tones with Music/Audiobooks, Ambient Backgrounds & Alarm Sounds, Adjustable Brainwave Intensity, Customizable Timer, Progressive Brainwave Entrainment

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helps with focus and concentration
- 👍 Effective for ADHD and TBI
- 🧠 Improves cognitive abilities
- 💤 Aids in sleep and relaxation
- 🎨 Enhances creativity and problem-solving

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or audio issues
- 🔇 Stops playing when notifications occur
- 🔍 Cluttered interface could be simplified

**Reported bugs**

- Alarm clock not working properly
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Add more background sound options
- Allow customization of sound mixes
- Enable background playback while device is locked


### Pink Pulse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pink-pulse/id1347463371)

**Currently charting:** #188 Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

This app combines soothing pink noise with customizable metronome beats to create a harmonious soundscape for relaxation, focus, and meditation. Enjoy background playback and visually responsive animations.

**Highlights:** Blended pink noise and metronome sounds, Adjustable metronome speeds, Background playback, Intuitive interface, Dark Mode and Pink Mode, Visual feedback animations

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BrainWave free?

BrainWave costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Pink Pulse free?

Pink Pulse costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, BrainWave or Pink Pulse?

BrainWave is rated higher. BrainWave averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Pink Pulse averages 4.8 from 6 ratings.

### Do BrainWave or Pink Pulse have ads?

Neither BrainWave nor Pink Pulse shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BrainWave or Pink Pulse?

BrainWave ships an update every 2 months, and Pink Pulse every 48 months. Most recently, BrainWave was updated on September 27, 2026 and Pink Pulse on September 7, 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.*