Comparison

Brainwave Studio vs Respirare

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

Head to head
About

Brainwave Studio

This app offers a system for relaxation, stress relief, sleep support, meditation, and mind training. It utilizes isochronic tones integrated into ambient music and nature sounds to help users achieve desired mental states. Choose from 40 sessions across 5 categories to find calm and focus.

Highlights
  • 40 brainwave entrainment sessions
  • Isochronic tone technology
  • 60 ambient nature sounds
  • 48 atmospheric music tracks
  • Customizable sound mixes
  • Universal app for iOS devices
Features
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Stressed out? Trouble sleeping? Distracting sounds at work or school? Need a relaxing break from a busy day? If your answered yes to any of those questions then Brainwave Studio is for you! Brainwave Studio is a professionally designed relaxation, stress relief, sleep support, meditation and mind training system, with 40 brainwave entrainment sessions of carefully selected nature sounds and superb quality ambient music. ________________________ How does it work? Brainwave Studio uses isochronic tones, widely regarded as the superior brainwave tone. Isochronic tones pulse at specific frequencies, and stimulate the brain to help you achieve your desired mental state. Unlike binaural beats, isochronic tones work through headphones or speakers. The isochronic tones are integrated into the backgrounds of beautiful, soothing melodies. Listen to the peaceful music while the tones automatically do their magic in the background. ________________________ Features - 5 categories: Relaxation, Sleep, Meditation, Stress and Anxiety, Mind Training - 40 brainwave entrainment sessions with dynamic isochronic tones - 60 soothing ambient sounds - 48 atmospheric music tracks (endless loops) - Universal app runs on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch - Saved soundscapes are synchronized using iCloud - Separate volume controls for every sound - Create customized sound mixes by combining ambient sounds together - High quality Retina graphics - AirPlay support - Multitasking support: play your favorite melodies while using other applications ________________________ 5 Categories With 40 Sessions - Relaxation: Quick relax ∙ Tension relief ∙ Lunch break relax ∙ After a busy day ∙ Relax before important event ∙ After high stress ∙ Before going to bed ∙ Deep evening relax - Stress and Anxiety: Quick stress relief ∙ Workplace stress relief ∙ Anxiety reduction ∙ Anxiety reduction before sleep ∙ Reduce anxiety before taking a test ∙ After work stress reduction ∙ Deep stress relief - Meditation: 7Hz Zen meditation ∙ Coffee break meditation ∙ Low-Alpha meditation ∙ Mid-Alpha meditation ∙ Theta meditation ∙ Delta meditation ∙ 7,83Hz Schumann rhythm meditation ∙ Deep Schumann rhythm meditation. - Sleep: Short anti-insomnia session ∙ Sleep induction ∙ Mental workers sleep support ∙ Hyperactive people sleep induction ∙ Sleep induction for insomniacs ∙ Clear your mind and fall asleep ∙ Deep sleep induction - Mind Training: Workout performance enhancer ∙ After-Workout recovery session ∙ Attention enhancer ∙ Mental workers support session ∙ Idea generation session ∙ Motivation enhancer ∙ Energy enhancer ∙ Creative tasks helper ∙ Concentration enhancer for studying ∙ Sensory-motor rhythm session. ________________________ 60 Ambient Sounds Birds ∙ Piano ∙ Cat ∙ City ∙ Clock ∙ Crickets ∙ Dolphins ∙ Fire ∙ Forest ∙ Frogs ∙ Heart ∙ Monk ∙ Music box ∙ Night ∙ Rain ∙ River ∙ Space ∙ Submarine ∙ Thunder ∙ Train ∙ Cave ∙ Water ∙ Whale ∙ White noise ∙ Wind ∙ Wind Chimes ∙ Jungle ∙ Flute ∙ African night ∙ Howling wolf ∙ Sea lion ∙ City park ∙ Lakeside ∙ Shopping mall ∙ Industrial ∙ Nightingale ∙ Spring birds ∙ Crowd ∙ Oscillating fan ∙ Swamp ∙ Dripping water ∙ Owls ∙ Tropical forest ∙ Factory ∙ PC fan ∙ Vacuum cleaner ∙ Fan ∙ Pirate ship ∙ Waterfall ∙ Fridge ∙ Pneumatic drill ∙ Waves ∙ Hair dryer ∙ Rain on window ∙ High Voltage ∙ Harbor ∙ Running water ∙ Winter blizzard ∙ Highway ∙ School If you have any questions or comments please don't hesitate to contact us at any time: info@rcs-software.com

About

Respirare

Features
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Respirare helps you master the art of breathing. Whether you need to calm anxiety, improve focus, or simply find a moment of peace, guided breathing exercises are scientifically proven to help. SIMPLE & EFFECTIVE • Visual breathing guide with animated shapes • Multiple breathing patterns for different goals • Real-time countdown and phase indicators • Works offline - breathe anywhere, anytime BREATHING PATTERNS • Box Breathing (4-4-4-4) - Perfect for focus and stress relief • 4-7-8 Technique - Proven relaxation method • Quick Calm - Fast stress reduction • Deep Relaxation - Slower, meditative breathing • Or create your own! FEATURES • Set time or cycle goals • Visual shape indicators (box, triangle, lines) • Animated breathing ticker • Haptic and sound feedback • Dark mode support • iCloud sync across devices APPLE WATCH SUPPORT • Full breathing experience on your wrist • Haptic feedback guides each phase • Optional sound cues • Syncs with iPhone automatically BENEFITS OF BREATHING EXERCISES Regular breathing practice can help: • Reduce stress and anxiety • Lower heart rate and blood pressure • Improve focus and mental clarity • Better sleep quality • Enhanced athletic performance • Mindfulness and present-moment awareness Whether you're new to breathwork or an experienced practitioner, Respirare provides the tools you need to build a consistent breathing practice. Start your breathing journey today.

Screenshots

Brainwave Studio4 screens
Respirare4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Respirare at Free against Brainwave Studio's $3.99. Brainwave Studio's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 17.0). On update cadence, 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

Respirare is free to download; Brainwave Studio costs $3.99 up front. Respirare sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Brainwave Studio asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Brainwave Studio ships an update every 5 weeks, Respirare every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Brainwave Studio versus Respirare: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrainwave StudioRespirare
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (105 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews84.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings105 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS7.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size376 MB7 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperRCS LTYannick Schlagenhauf

Bugs and requests

Brainwave Studio

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • App crashes on startup with iOS 16 and newer
  • Content missing on iPhone 15 Pro Max
  • Freezes after 30 seconds on newer devices
  • App closes when other audio apps are opened
  • Crashes when attempting to restore purchases
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  • Constant crashes requiring frequent reinstalls
  • Frequency range descriptions are inaccurate
  • Music stops playing if swiped left or stopped
  • High memory consumption on iPad

Requested features

12 requests
  • Background playback with phone screen off
  • Ability to layer with personal music library
  • Multitasking support with other audio apps
  • Timer and alarm functionality
  • Mac app version
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  • More isochronic tone programs
  • Lucid dreaming and motivation sessions
  • Custom mix saving functionality
  • Screen rotation support on iPad
  • Voice recording for personalized suggestions
  • More tasteful/elegant music selections
  • Wake-up mode for mornings

Respirare

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Brainwave Studio

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Respirare

One-time1
  • Unlock All Features$1.99

Questions

Is Brainwave Studio free?
Brainwave Studio costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Respirare free?
Respirare is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Brainwave Studio or Respirare have ads?
Neither Brainwave Studio nor Respirare shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Brainwave Studio or Respirare?
Brainwave Studio ships an update every 5 weeks, and Respirare every 3 weeks. Most recently, Brainwave Studio was updated on October 24, 2026 and Respirare on October 11, 2026.

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