# Sleep Cycle vs SkillScan

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SkillScan at 100% against Sleep Cycle's 40%. SkillScan also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Sleep Cycle's advantage is ratings volume (32K vs 1) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sleep Cycle sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and SkillScan sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SkillScan holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sleep Cycle has 32K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Sleep Cycle's written reviews are positive against 100% of SkillScan's.

Sleep Cycle ships an update weekly, SkillScan every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sleep Cycle | SkillScan |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleep-cycle-tracker-and-sounds/id320606217/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skillscan-planche-progression/id6798774491/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **32K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 39.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#40** | — |
| Size | 290 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.2 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sleep Cycle AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/320606220) | [Ahmed Manai](https://appshunter.io/developer/6798774493) |

## What reviewers say

### Sleep Cycle

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

**Currently charting:** #40 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness, #90 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


### SkillScan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skillscan-planche-progression/id6798774491)

Analyze your calisthenics form with AI-powered video analysis. Get objective data on hold duration and form quality to track progress and identify weaknesses. Offers personalized session plans for subscribers.

**Highlights:** AI form check for calisthenics, Measures hold duration and form quality, Identifies specific form faults, Skeleton tracking replay, Progression map with avatar, Personalized session plans (paid)

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SkillScan Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| The Next Tier Plan — Founding | $39.99 | per year |
| SkillScan Pro | $89.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sleep Cycle free?

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

### Is SkillScan free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Sleep Cycle or SkillScan?

SkillScan is rated higher. Sleep Cycle averages 4.7 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while SkillScan averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Sleep Cycle or SkillScan have ads?

Neither Sleep Cycle nor SkillScan shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sleep Cycle or SkillScan?

Sleep Cycle ships an update weekly, and SkillScan every 3 weeks. Most recently, Sleep Cycle was updated on November 10, 2026 and SkillScan on November 6, 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.*