Comparison

SleepStream 2 Ultimate vs SleepSpace

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

Head to head
About

SleepStream 2 Ultimate

This app provides a comprehensive suite of tools to enhance sleep and relaxation. It offers a variety of calming sounds, guided meditations, and visual experiences designed to help users unwind and achieve restful sleep.

Highlights
  • Quality audio with calming sounds
  • Guided meditations and music
  • Breathtaking visualizations and moodlights
  • Binaural & Isochronic brainwave programs
  • Unique audio engine for sound mixing
  • AirPlay support
Features
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Whether you sleep to dream, rest to recharge, or simply nap just to get by, the hours you spend in bed are probably the most important hours of the day. Recognized as the premier sleep and relaxation aid, SleepStream 2 has been recommended by 148Apps, Dr. Oz, iPhonefreak, Health Magazine, TVN, The Daily App Show, Appolicious and thousands of satisfied customers. Think about the difficulties you’ve had trying to sleep. Maybe you were battling a wired mind, racing through a million different thoughts; or perhaps trying to drown out the sound of an unsettled baby, crying from a nearby airplane seat. In a life full of distractions like these, all you’d like is a window of peace and quiet – or at least a few hours of undisturbed rest and relaxation. Thankfully, SleepStream 2 not only assists in capturing a full night’s slumber, but it does so in a way that results in an absolute bodily recharge everytime you close your eyes. Main features: - 8 Hours of Quality Audio Each of SleepStream’s calming sounds or piece of music has been handpicked and carefully crafted to remove irritating frequencies and volume inconsistencies. - Guided Meditations & Music Sometimes you need just a little bit more to shake the stress of a long, hard day. So, SleepStream 2 now has the ability to mix background sounds with guided meditations and music. Including four guided meditations for sleep, relaxation, motivation and energy, and hours of calming, soul-soothing music. - Breathtaking Visualizations, Wallpapers & Moodlights, SleepStream 2 gives you a complete visual getaway, thanks to the scenic pictures and video loops that can be viewed while listening to the app’s audio programs. Visualizations now include a new moodlight feature, where randomly generated plasma images flow across the screen in a harmony of colors and textures. You’ll have no choice but to drift into a world of relaxation. - 140 Binaural & Isochronic Brainwave Programs – 15 Categories To stimulate the brain’s activity associated with relaxation, sleep and focused states of being, SleepStream 2 also offers 140 specially designed brainwave programs for a full and complete, integrated sound experience. SleepStream’s 15 brainwave categories include sleep, relaxation, energy, focus, meditation, hypnosis, learning, mood, motivation, creativity, lucid dreaming & more. - Unique Audio Engine & Sound Generators Sleepstream’s audio engine randomly combines hundreds of different sounds, giving you a new experience everytime the app is used. Mix background sounds, music, guided meditations and brainwave programs in any combination for maximum relaxation, night after night. - AirPlay Support Play SleepStream audio on AirPlay enabled speakers and receivers. - Best of All: All Present and Future Premium Downloads are Free! Our loyal Sleepstream users tell us that they don´t want to pay for downloads! We listened! Sleepstream 2 Ultimate buys you the latest version of SleepStream 2 for both iPhone and iPad, and all present and future premium downloads are free – a saving of $23 compared to obtaining the downloads through in-app purchases in the other SleepStream 2 versions. - Many Uses – Even When You’re Awake! Equipped with functional timer, SleepStream makes it easy to enjoy power naps. Just engage the timer and alarm, and SleepStream will gently wake you after your session has ended. But don’t stop there – the app is also perfect for relaxation, meditation, noise masking, yoga, and pure enjoyment. SleepStream 2 was developed in conjunction with recognized sleep and relaxation experts, certified hypnotherapists and trained audio professionals to ensure a soothing sleep experience that is difficult to attain through traditional means. Don’t let the stress of everyday life get the best of you, depriving you of your ability to focus, relax, and most importantly rest - get Sleepstream 2 Ultimate today and be refreshed and ready for tomorrow.

About

SleepSpace

This app helps you fall asleep faster, sleep more deeply, and wake up refreshed with adaptive sounds, smart alarms, and personalized sleep tracking. It functions as a complete sleep system, integrating with your phone, wearables, or smart bedroom devices to strengthen natural sleep rhythms.

Highlights
  • Adaptive sounds for falling asleep
  • Smart alarm for refreshed waking
  • Personalized sleep tracking
  • Integration with wearables and smart devices
  • AI-powered sleep assistant
  • Privacy-first design
Features
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Sleep tracking tells you what happened. SleepSpace helps you change what happens tonight. Fall asleep with adaptive sound, support deeper sleep through the night, wake during a lighter sleep phase, and understand your recovery with personalized sleep insights. Designed by sleep scientist Dr. Dan Gartenberg, SleepSpace brings together your phone, wearables, and guided sleep programs into one complete sleep system. Built on peer-reviewed research and more than $4M in NIH-funded sleep science. Featured by TED, NPR, CNN, The NYTimes, TIME, Reuters, Human Upgrade, Ben Greenfield Life, Sleep Review, & more. FALL ASLEEP FASTER Wind down with relaxing sounds, guided breathing, meditations, and gentle biofeedback. SleepSpace helps your body transition into sleep with calming bedtime routines. SLEEP DEEPER Use adaptive sound masking and overnight sleep support to reduce disruptions and promote a more stable night. Track sleep stages, snoring, awakenings, recovery, and sleep quality with clear insights. Choose sounds for your goals, including meditations, white noise, nature sounds, dream support, and sound patterns designed to support deeper, more restorative sleep. WAKE UP REFRESHED Wake during a lighter sleep phase with a smart alarm designed to reduce morning brain fog. Use smart sound or Apple Watch vibration to wake gently without disturbing your partner. Start the day with a clearer view of your recovery, alertness, and next best steps. TRACK SLEEP YOUR WAY SleepSpace works with: • Your phone on the nightstand or mattress • Apple Watch sleep tracking informed by peer-reviewed research • Popular wearables such as Oura and WHOOP • SleepSpace Charger and connected sleep devices • A clinically inspired sleep diary based on the consensus sleep diary Your data is unified into one clear sleep, recovery, and alertness view. PERSONALIZED SLEEP PROGRAMS Build a nightly Sleep Journey with sounds, wake windows, and routines tailored to your goals. Follow structured sleep programs inspired by evidence-based behavioral sleep techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia. DAILY ALERTNESS AND GUIDANCE See how your sleep affects daytime energy, focus, and recovery. Get simple daily tasks to support better sleep habits over time. AI-POWERED SLEEP SUPPORT Dr. Snooze™ is your built-in AI sleep assistant, offering tips based on your sleep patterns. When you need extra support, you can also connect with a human coach. PRIVACY-FIRST DESIGN SleepSpace works offline and in airplane mode. Sound is analyzed as decibel levels and is not recorded unless you explicitly enable recording. Your sleep data stays private and secure. SleepSpace is built on HIPAA-compliant backend infrastructure with safeguards for health data, including encryption, access controls, audit logging, and secure data handling practices. IMPORTANT INFORMATION SleepSpace is designed for general wellness and sleep support. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical concerns. SleepSpace syncs with Apple Health to measure sleep and sleep-related health data. Support messages are voluntarily shared through Intercom. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING & TERMS SleepSpace includes a 7-day free trial. After the free trial, a subscription is required to continue using premium features. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Terms: https://sleepspace.com/sleepspace-terms-of-use/ Privacy: https://sleepspace.com/privacy-policies/

Screenshots

SleepStream 2 Ultimate4 screens
SleepSpace4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: SleepSpace at Free against SleepStream 2 Ultimate's $9.99. SleepSpace also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (858 vs 188). SleepStream 2 Ultimate's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and review sentiment (81% vs 57%). On 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

SleepSpace is free to download; SleepStream 2 Ultimate costs $9.99 up front. SleepSpace sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. SleepStream 2 Ultimate asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SleepStream 2 Ultimate holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 188 and 858 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of SleepStream 2 Ultimate's written reviews are positive against 57% of SleepSpace's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SleepStream 2 Ultimate ships an update every 2 months, SleepSpace weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
SleepStream 2 Ultimate versus SleepSpace: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSleepStream 2 UltimateSleepSpace
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (188 ratings) — better4.2 (858 ratings)
Positive reviews81.3% of reviews — better56.6% of reviews
Number of ratings188858 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS9.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB167 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperExplosive AppsProactive Life Inc

Customer experience

SleepStream 2 Ultimate

All ratings188 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral3.2%
Negative11.2%
Written reviews193 reviews
Positive81.3%
Neutral5.2%
Negative13.5%

SleepSpace

All ratings858 ratings
Positive78.8%
Neutral7.1%
Negative14.1%
Written reviews212 reviews
Positive56.6%
Neutral8.0%
Negative35.4%

User reviews

SleepStream 2 Ultimate

From 188 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Helps with sleep, relaxation, and focus
  • 🚀 Customizable sound options
  • 💡 Variety of binaural beats and overlays
  • 👍 Useful for meditation and anxiety reduction
  • 👍 Helps with tinnitus and headaches

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes when trying to download additional content
  • 🔍 App not updated in years, feels outdated
  • 💰 Expensive for an app that hasn't been updated
  • 🔍 Scaling issues on iPad Pro
  • 🔍 Difficulty navigating and selecting options

SleepSpace

From 858 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Deeper sleep
  • 👍 Easy to use sleep diary
  • 🔒 Integrates with wearables
  • 👍 Helpful sleep coaching
  • 🚀 Improved sleep quality

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and crashes
  • 🔋 Battery drain
  • 👎 Requires full access to health data
  • 👎 Obnoxious free trial pop-ups
  • 👎 Inaccurate sleep tracking

Bugs and requests

SleepStream 2 Ultimate

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when trying to download additional content
  • Scaling issues on iPad Pro
  • Difficulty navigating and selecting options

Requested features

5 requests
  • Longer timer options (up to 8 hours)
  • Sleep analysis and tracking features
  • More guided meditations and new sound content
  • Ability to import custom music/sounds
  • Airplay and Bluetooth speaker support

SleepSpace

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent crashes
  • Unreliable sleep data
  • Connectivity issues with Apple Watch
  • Notifications not working as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Fade in/out for sounds
  • Offline mode support
  • More customization options
  • Better integration with other wearables
  • Improved sleep analysis and reporting

In-app purchases

None

SleepStream 2 Ultimate

No in-app purchases

13 purchases

SleepSpace

Subscriptions10
  • Premium Monthly Subscription1 Month trial$6.991 Month
  • Legacy Dave Asprey Monthly1 Month trial$6.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly Subscription1 Year trial$12.991 Month
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  • Premium Monthly Subscription1 Month trial$12.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly Subscription1 Year trial2 variants$39.991 Year
  • Legacy Dave Asprey Yearly1 Month trial$49.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$79.001 Year
  • Premium Yearly Subscription1 Month trial$79.001 Year
  • Premium Yearly Subscription1 Year trial$79.001 Year
One-time3
  • Sage Rader Inceptions$19.99
  • Lifetime SleepSpace Premium$199.99
  • Dave Asprey Lifetime$199.99

Questions

Is SleepStream 2 Ultimate free?
SleepStream 2 Ultimate costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is SleepSpace free?
SleepSpace is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SleepStream 2 Ultimate or SleepSpace?
SleepStream 2 Ultimate is rated higher. SleepStream 2 Ultimate averages 4.5 out of 5 from 188 ratings, while SleepSpace averages 4.2 from 858 ratings.
Do SleepStream 2 Ultimate or SleepSpace have ads?
Neither SleepStream 2 Ultimate nor SleepSpace shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SleepStream 2 Ultimate or SleepSpace?
SleepStream 2 Ultimate ships an update every 2 months, and SleepSpace weekly. Most recently, SleepStream 2 Ultimate was updated on September 27, 2026 and SleepSpace on September 30, 2026.

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