# Don’t Panic with AJ vs Frequency

The clearest difference is price: Frequency at Free against Don’t Panic with AJ's $2.99. Frequency also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (2.4K vs 18). Don’t Panic with AJ's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 16). On review sentiment, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Frequency is free to download; Don’t Panic with AJ costs $2.99 up front. Frequency sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Don’t Panic with AJ asks for nothing beyond the download.

Frequency holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Frequency has 2.4K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of Don’t Panic with AJ's written reviews are positive against 85% of Frequency's.

Don’t Panic with AJ ships an update every 7 months, Frequency every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Don’t Panic with AJ | Frequency |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.4 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dont-panic-with-aj/id409162870/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frequency-healing-sounds/id684672780/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **2.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 81.7% of reviews | **84.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 87 MB | 218 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.4** | 16 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Universal Relaxation Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/960035744) | [BrainPower Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1560966870) |

## What reviewers say

### Don’t Panic with AJ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dont-panic-with-aj/id409162870)

This app offers guided meditations and mindfulness sessions to help users overcome anxiety and panic attacks. It provides tools and techniques to manage stress, improve mindset, and regain control during overwhelming situations.

**Highlights:** Guided meditations for anxiety and panic, Mindfulness sessions for stress relief, Techniques to regain control of feelings, Positive and motivational messages, Short meditations for on-the-go use, Breathing exercises for calmness

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 😌 Calming voice of Andrew Johnson
- 😌 Helps with anxiety and panic attacks
- 😴 Aids in falling asleep
- 🧘‍♀️ Effective for relaxation and stress relief
- 👍 Life-changing for many users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 Some recordings have bad quality
- 🤔 Counting can be difficult during hypnosis
- 🤔 Some users find it too much to concentrate on
- 🔊 Harsh 'awaken' feature re-triggers anxiety

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on opening
- App freezes after update
- App closes immediately after starting
- Recording quality is bad
- Update makes the application crash faster

**Requested features**

- Add a start time for sessions
- Make a carsick app
- More gentle 'awaken' option
- Adjustable session length
- More technique-focused apps


### Frequency

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frequency-healing-sounds/id684672780)

This app offers science-inspired sound therapy to promote natural healing and restore balance to your mind, body, and brain. It utilizes specific frequencies to aid in sleep, reduce pain, and enhance mental clarity for a holistic wellness journey.

**Highlights:** Full body healing & DNA repair, Restorative sleep support, Gentle relief for body pain, Emotional healing and clarity, High-fidelity healing frequencies, Transform any space into a sanctuary

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Daily Monthly Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Auto Renew Special Sale Year | $24.99 | per year |
| New User Yearly Option | $29.99 | per year |
| Trial for new in guide page | $29.99 | per year |
| Frequency Special Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Daily Annual Subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| Trial offer for new | $34.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription Trial | $35.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription with Trial | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlock 2 Years VIP | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Relaxing and soothing sounds
- 🚀 Helps with sleep and relaxation
- 🚀 Variety of healing frequencies
- 👍 Improves mental and physical health
- 👍 Calms the nervous system

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional playback issues
- 🔒 Subscription required for full access
- 🔒 Misleading pricing information
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with some devices

**Reported bugs**

- App crashing or freezing
- Playback stopping when device goes to sleep
- Inconsistent volume and sound quality

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize frequency settings
- Option to purchase individual frequencies
- Improved search and organization of content
- Ability to play in the background while device is locked


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Don’t Panic with AJ free?

Don’t Panic with AJ costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Frequency free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Don’t Panic with AJ or Frequency?

Frequency is rated higher. Don’t Panic with AJ averages 4.4 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Frequency averages 4.7 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do Don’t Panic with AJ or Frequency have ads?

Neither Don’t Panic with AJ nor Frequency shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Don’t Panic with AJ or Frequency?

Don’t Panic with AJ ships an update every 7 months, and Frequency every 2 weeks. Most recently, Don’t Panic with AJ was updated on November 1, 2026 and Frequency on November 1, 2026.

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