Comparison

SleepStream 2 Ultimate vs StretchLab

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

StretchLab

Discover personalized stretching sessions, from 1-on-1 to group classes, designed to improve flexibility and reduce tension. Book sessions, track your progress, and find studios near you. Enhance your overall health and wellness with expert guidance.

Highlights
  • Browse schedule of 1-on-1 and group stretches
  • Filter stretches by date and Flexologist
  • Book sessions and add to calendar
  • In-app activity tracker
  • Find nearby studios on interactive map
  • Track monthly membership
  • Check in to sessions
Features
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Download our StretchLab app today no matter your flexibility level! Our app will help you find the stretching experience perfectly fit for you. Features: - Browse our schedule of upcoming 1-on-1 and group stretches - Have a favorite Flexologist? Filter stretches by date and Flexologist - Book stretches in the app and easily add them to your calendar with a simple click! - Check out our in-app activity tracker to keep track of your sessions over time - In a new area? Find a StretchLab studio near you using our interactive map - Keep track of your monthly membership - Check in to your next stretch in the app Stretching is ancient, but StretchLab has redefined what it means to stretch. Whether you’re an athlete looking to loosen up after a workout or a desk jockey just looking to increase mobility and reduce tension, we have flexibility experts at our studios with years of experience in yoga, athletics, fitness, health, chiropractic and more to create a personalized stretching experience just for you. What We offer: - Book an innovative group stretch to reclaim your freedom no matter your fitness level. Our group stretch is fully customized to fit your flexibility. - Need a more personalized experience? Book a 25 minute 1-on-1 with a Flexologist to find the right stretch for you. Our 25 minute customized stretching concentrates on major muscle groups like core, back, shoulders and hips. - If you need a deeper stretch, book the 50 minute stretch to work the extremities like the lower legs, feet, ankles, neck, arms, wrists and hands. Book your 1-on-1 to not just improve fitness, but your overall health and wellness Why you will love our stretch: - Reduce muscle pain and tension - Increase flexibility and mobility - Increase your sports performance - Transform your health and wellness - Track your stretches on the Apple Watch app - Track your progress on Apple Health app Join ClassPoints, our loyalty program! Sign up for free and accumulate points with every class you attend. Achieve different status levels and unlock exciting rewards, including retail discounts, access to priority booking, guest passes for your friends, and more! Download the StretchLab app today to find the flow and flexibility your body needs!

Screenshots

SleepStream 2 Ultimate4 screens
StretchLab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: StretchLab at Free against SleepStream 2 Ultimate's $9.99. StretchLab also leads on ratings volume (11K vs 188) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). SleepStream 2 Ultimate's advantage is review sentiment (81% vs 48%) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). On ads, 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

StretchLab is free to download; SleepStream 2 Ultimate costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

StretchLab holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StretchLab has 11K ratings behind it against 188, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 81% of SleepStream 2 Ultimate's written reviews are positive against 48% of StretchLab's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SleepStream 2 Ultimate ships an update every 2 months, StretchLab every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
SleepStream 2 Ultimate versus StretchLab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSleepStream 2 UltimateStretchLab
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (188 ratings)4.8 (11K ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.3% of reviews — better48.1% of reviews
Number of ratings18811K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB152 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperExplosive AppsXponential Fitness LLC

Customer experience

SleepStream 2 Ultimate

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

StretchLab

All ratings10,740 ratings
Positive94.3%
Neutral1.3%
Negative4.4%
Written reviews129 reviews
Positive48.1%
Neutral4.7%
Negative47.3%

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

StretchLab

From 11K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Excellent stretching experience
  • 🙌 Knowledgeable and friendly staff
  • 💪 Improved flexibility and mobility
  • 🤩 Positive overall experience

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and unreliable app
  • 💰 Expensive services
  • 📞 Poor customer support and follow-up
  • ⏰ Difficulty booking appointments

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

StretchLab

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes and errors when booking appointments
  • Incorrect credit/session information displayed
  • Password reset issues and invalid links
  • Inability to log in or create an account

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to book appointments beyond current month
  • Option to view password during login
  • Improved app stability and functionality
  • Integration with calendar apps

In-app purchases

None

SleepStream 2 Ultimate

No in-app purchases

None

StretchLab

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SleepStream 2 Ultimate free?
SleepStream 2 Ultimate costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is StretchLab free?
StretchLab is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SleepStream 2 Ultimate or StretchLab?
StretchLab is rated higher. SleepStream 2 Ultimate averages 4.5 out of 5 from 188 ratings, while StretchLab averages 4.8 from 11K ratings.
Do SleepStream 2 Ultimate or StretchLab have ads?
Neither SleepStream 2 Ultimate nor StretchLab shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SleepStream 2 Ultimate or StretchLab?
SleepStream 2 Ultimate ships an update every 2 months, and StretchLab every 3 weeks. Most recently, SleepStream 2 Ultimate was updated on October 17, 2026 and StretchLab on October 21, 2026.

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