Comparison

BrainWave vs SubText AI

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

Head to head
About

BrainWave

This app uses binaural brainwave entrainment with ambient sounds to induce specific dream states. It offers 11 programs designed to synchronize brainwaves with frequencies associated with different levels of dreaming, enhancing dream vividness. Headphones are required for optimal results.

Highlights
  • 11 Binaural Dream Induction Programs
  • Ambient soundscapes
  • Sleep induction phase
  • Alpha, Beta, and Theta dream sequences
  • Ambience + Other App background mode
  • Other App background mode
Features
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11 Advanced Binaural Dream Induction Programs in One App! Dream Inducer combines soothing ambient sounds with powerful binaural sequences to synchronize your brainwaves with frequencies associated with 11 different levels of dreaming. * Universal iOS App for iPhone/Pad * Headphones or Earbuds must be worn for binaural tones to be effective. * Each program includes a sleep induction phase and then introduces progressively higher frequency Alpha, Beta, and Theta dream sequences to stimulate increasingly vivid dreams. * To combine Brainwaves and Ambience with Audio from Another App use the 'Ambience + Other App' background mode. * To use just Brainwaves and Audio from Another App use the "Other App" option for the Background Mode. ** How Binaural Brainwave Entrainment Works ** Through the process of brainwave entrainment human brainwave frequencies can be synchronized with a frequency associated with a target mental state. These Brainwave frequencies are too low for the human ear to hear, however, these low-frequencies can be perceived by the human brain if two different audible frequencies are played separately into each ear with headphones or earbuds. For example, the human ear can't directly perceive the 2 Hz Delta-wave frequency associated with deep sleep, but if you wear headphones with one side playing a 135 Hz tone and the other playing a 137 Hz tone your brain will perceive the 2 Hz difference between those frequencies as a periodic beat. As you listen, your brainwaves will begin to match that frequency, inducing the associated mental state. Dream Inducer improves upon basic binaural techniques by layering multiple signals and then assembling these into sequences of programs that combine to create extremely unique experiences.

About

SubText AI

Decode cryptic messages and understand hidden meanings in texts. This AI-powered tool analyzes tone, emotional subtext, and relationship vibes from screenshots or pasted text. Get basic insights for free or upgrade for advanced psychology and communication pattern analysis.

Highlights
  • AI message decoding
  • Tone and mood detection
  • Response suggestions
  • Advanced psychology insights
  • Relationship pattern analysis
  • Share analyses with friends
Features
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Stop overthinking every text. SubText decodes what they REALLY mean. Ever gotten a "k" or "it's fine" and immediately spiraled? We decode cryptic messages, hidden meanings, and relationship vibes so you don't have to. Upload screenshots or paste any suspicious text, and our AI reveals the real tone, emotional subtext, and what's actually happening. WHAT YOU GET FREE: • Limited daily message analyses to try the app • Basic tone and mood detection • Simple response suggestions PRO SUBSCRIPTION FEATURES: • Higher daily limits for more analyses • Advanced psychology insights and communication patterns • Smart AI-powered response suggestions • Deep relationship pattern analysis • Priority support and new features first • Share analyses with friends for backup opinions Perfect for dating, relationships, friendships, and any confusing conversation. No more screenshot group chats or overthinking at 2am. Start with free limited analyses, then upgrade to Pro for higher daily limits and advanced relationship insights. Your new relationship decoder. Download SubText and finally understand what everyone really means. Terms of Use: https://subtext-ai-app.web.app/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://subtext-ai-app.web.app/privacy.html

Screenshots

BrainWave4 screens
SubText AI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: SubText AI at Free against BrainWave's $3.99. SubText AI also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (100% vs 87%). BrainWave's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 3). On rating, ads and device support 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

SubText AI is free to download; BrainWave costs $3.99 up front. SubText AI sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. BrainWave asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for BrainWave against 5.0 for SubText AI. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BrainWave has 1.1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of BrainWave's written reviews are positive against 100% of SubText AI's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BrainWave ships an update every 2 months, SubText AI every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
BrainWave versus SubText AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrainWaveSubText AI
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.9 (1.1K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews86.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.1K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size159 MB25 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperBanzai LabsSucceed Software LLC

Customer experience

BrainWave

All ratings1,051 ratings
Positive97.5%
Neutral1.4%
Negative1.0%
Written reviews130 reviews
Positive86.9%
Neutral4.6%
Negative8.5%

SubText AI

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

BrainWave

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Compatibility issues with certain devices/headphones
  • Occasional audio glitches or interruptions

Requested features

4 requests
  • More ambient sound options
  • Ability to adjust frequency settings
  • Integration with other sleep/meditation apps
  • Support for voice control

SubText AI

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

BrainWave

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

SubText AI

Subscriptions2
  • Premium - Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Premium - Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is BrainWave free?
BrainWave costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is SubText AI free?
SubText AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BrainWave or SubText AI?
SubText AI is rated higher. BrainWave averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while SubText AI averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do BrainWave or SubText AI have ads?
Neither BrainWave nor SubText AI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BrainWave or SubText AI?
BrainWave ships an update every 2 months, and SubText AI every 10 days. Most recently, BrainWave was updated on September 25, 2026 and SubText AI on September 11, 2026.

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