# Sleep Cycle vs Easy sleep

The clearest difference is rating: Sleep Cycle at 4.7 against Easy sleep's 4.1. Sleep Cycle also leads on ratings volume (32K vs 19) and chart position (#54 vs unranked). Easy sleep's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sleep Cycle sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Easy sleep sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Sleep Cycle holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sleep Cycle has 32K ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Sleep Cycle ships an update weekly, Easy sleep every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sleep Cycle | Easy sleep |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleep-cycle-tracker-and-sounds/id320606217/reviews)** | [4.1 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easy-sleep-sleep-tracker/id1630112213/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **32K** | 19 |
| Positive reviews | 39.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#54** | — |
| Size | 290 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.2 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sleep Cycle AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/320606220) | [IP IT UK LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1630112215) |

## What reviewers say

### Sleep Cycle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleep-cycle-tracker-and-sounds/id320606217)

**Currently charting:** #54 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness, #84 Top Free · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app uses sound analysis to track sleep patterns and improve rest. It features an AI sleep coach, a smart alarm that wakes you during light sleep, and tools to identify issues like snoring. Gain insights into your sleep and build healthier habits for more energized days.

**Highlights:** AI sleep coach, Smart Alarm clock, Sound-based sleep tracking, Snoring and cough detection, Sleep sounds library, Long-term sleep pattern analysis

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sleep Cycle Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium | $9.99 | per year |
| Premium | $11.99 | per year |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Sleep Cycle Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium | $34.99 | per year |
| Premium: Unlock all features | $39.99 | per year |
| Sleep Cycle Premium | $57.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate sleep tracking
- 👍 Gentle alarm wakes you up during light sleep
- 📊 Detailed sleep data and insights
- 🌙 Soothing sleep aid sounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Alarm not always reliable, sometimes doesn't go off
- 🔋 High battery drain, especially on Apple Watch
- 💰 Expensive subscription model, limited free features
- 📉 Inaccurate sleep tracking in some cases

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or stops recording sleep randomly
- Inconsistent time zone handling, causing alarm issues
- Microphone issues, unable to detect certain sounds

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit sleep data and notes
- Nap tracking and power nap functionality
- More customization options for alarms and sleep aid
- Improved integration with Apple Health and other devices


### Easy sleep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/easy-sleep-sleep-tracker/id1630112213)

Analyze your sleep patterns to understand daily fatigue. This app offers an intuitive interface, calming music, and personalized wake-up recommendations to help you achieve restful sleep.

**Highlights:** Sleep analysis, Relaxing music, Wake-up recommendations, Intuitive interface, Sleep tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Easy Sleep Premium (1 Week) | $1.49 | per 7 days |
| Easy Sleep - Premium (1 week) | $1.49 | per 7 days |
| Easy Sleep - Premium (1 Week) | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Easy Sleep Premium (1 Month) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Easy sleep - Premium (1 Week) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Easy Sleep Premium (1 Year) | $41.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sleep Cycle free?

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

### Is Easy sleep free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Sleep Cycle or Easy sleep?

Sleep Cycle is rated higher. Sleep Cycle averages 4.7 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while Easy sleep averages 4.1 from 19 ratings.

### Do Sleep Cycle or Easy sleep have ads?

Neither Sleep Cycle nor Easy sleep shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sleep Cycle or Easy sleep?

Sleep Cycle ships an update weekly, and Easy sleep every 4 days. Most recently, Sleep Cycle was updated on November 4, 2026 and Easy sleep on November 3, 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.*