Comparison

WA vs WakeUP

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

Head to head
About

WA

This alarm clock app lets you wake up to full songs from your music library. Set a song and time, and the alarm will play the chosen track until it ends or you disable it. Ensure the app remains open or in the background for the alarm to function correctly.

Highlights
  • Wake up to full songs
  • Select music from library
  • Snooze or disable alarm
  • Alarm automatically sets for next day
  • Simple interface
Features
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Tired of 7 steps to change your alarm? Wake Up is a simple alarm clock that allows you to wake up to full songs in your music library. Instructions: Choose a song and a time to wake up. Click Save. When the alarm goes off you can Snooze, Disable, or Wake Up!, which simply keeps the song playing until it ends. IMPORTANT USE INFORMATION: • Do not leave the app until you see the "Alarm is set..." status. • Once the alarm is set, if you play other audio (i.e. from Music or YouTube), the iPhone will cancel the Wake Up audio. • The app needs to be open or in the background in order for the audio alarm to fire. That's the way it has to be to get the whole song playing. Enjoy ! MORE NOTES: The alarm automatically sets for the next day if that time has already passed today. (See the status description for confirmation)

About

WakeUP

Features
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Still hesitating and reluctant to move forward? Still stuck without someone to inspire you? We have developed a brand-new chat-based reminder and habit-building app, creating a unique persona to motivate you every day. Wake up and take control! We offer you a new way of motivation, turning positive words into the force that propels you forward. Whether it's weight loss, early bedtime, or studying, we provide customized motivational content to help you overcome laziness and face new challenges. Key Features: Personalized Motivation: Based on your goals, we generate positive and motivating words to help you stay motivated. We delve into the challenges of each goal, ensuring that the motivational content aligns with your actual situation—real, thoughtful, and intimate. Scheduled Reminders: Set the time you want to receive motivation, and through push notifications, get inspiration in a timely manner. Whether it's the first rays of sunlight in the morning or the tranquil evening hours, we bring motivation to you, offering support at all times. Calendar Check-ins: Record every effort, build your own achievement calendar, and together, document every step forward. Let the successful footsteps not be forgotten, and revel in the sense of accomplishment. Anytime, Anywhere: Feel the positive energy anytime, anywhere, motivating yourself to live a better life. No special equipment needed—just open your phone to receive that motivation and drive at any time. Why Choose Us? "Stay Awake" is not just a motivation app but also your companion on the road to success. We understand that everyone faces unique challenges, and our goal is to help you overcome them. Whether you're pursuing physical health or progress in your career, we are willing to walk with you. Embark on a new journey every day, achieving a better version of yourself! We look forward to being your secret weapon, helping you surpass yourself and embrace a brighter future.

Screenshots

WA1 screens
WakeUP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: WA at none against WakeUP's shown. WA also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). WakeUP's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WA ships an update every 3 months, WakeUP weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
WA versus WakeUP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWAWakeUP
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLow Step Productions阳 孙

In-app purchases

None

WA

No in-app purchases

None

WakeUP

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is WA free?
WA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WakeUP free?
WakeUP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do WA or WakeUP have ads?
WakeUP shows ads; WA does not.
Which is updated more often, WA or WakeUP?
WA ships an update every 3 months, and WakeUP weekly. Most recently, WA was updated on October 6, 2026 and WakeUP on October 2, 2026.

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