Comparison

SleepSafe vs LaughMeter

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

Head to head
About

SleepSafe

This app uses your Apple Watch to detect and gently interrupt nightmares, sleepwalking, and night terrors. It offers features like sleep talking recording, personalized sleep analysis, and stress monitoring to help you achieve calmer, more restful sleep.

Highlights
  • Real-time nightmare detection
  • Sleep talking recorder
  • Gentle haptic interventions
  • Night terror protection
  • Comprehensive sleep analysis
  • Stress & anxiety monitoring
Features
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Wake up calmer. SleepSafe is the only Apple Watch app that detects nightmares, night terrors, and sleepwalking as they happen — then gently guides you back to peaceful sleep with subtle taps, before the episode escalates. Built for people living with PTSD, anxiety, restless sleep, and recurring bad dreams, SleepSafe watches over you all night so you can finally rest. KEY FEATURES - Real-Time Nightmare Detection: On-device machine learning reads Apple Watch heart rate and motion sensors up to 4x per second to catch nightmares the moment they begin - Night Terror Protection: Detects sudden heart-rate spikes and intervenes instantly to stop night terrors before they take hold - Gentle Haptic Interventions: Soft, escalating Apple Watch taps ease you out of a nightmare without jarring you awake - Wake-Me-Up Mode: Optional stronger haptics fully wake you when a severe nightmare or night terror is detected - Sleep Talking Recorder: Captures and transcribes sleep talking, sounds, and movement overnight, stored securely on-device for complete privacy - Comprehensive Sleep Analysis: Track sleep stages (REM, Core, Deep), duration, and quality to understand your night and sleep better - Personalized Sleep Score: See your sleep improve over time with nightly performance tracking - Stress & Anxiety Insights: Physiological trends reveal what may be disrupting your sleep - Sleep Trends Dashboard: Real-time sleep debt and history in one clear, intuitive view - Fully Customizable: Toggle every feature to fit your needs — anxiety, restless legs, night terrors, or PTSD nightmares YOUR PRIVACY COMES FIRST All audio recording and machine-learning analysis happen entirely on your device. Your most personal moments never leave your Apple Watch and iPhone. Stay calm, collected, and safe through the night — and finally sleep better. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

LaughMeter

Features
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Transform Your Day, One Laugh at a Time. LaughMeter is more than just a mood tracker—it is your personal companion for building a happier, more positive life. Science shows that laughter reduces stress and boosts mental health. With LaughMeter, you can capture those fleeting moments of joy and turn them into lasting memories. Whether it’s a giggle with friends, a chuckle at work, or a moment of pure joy with your partner, log it all in seconds and watch your happiness grow! KEY FEATURES: Tap to Log Joy Capture a laugh in seconds! Record your mood, who you were with, and where it happened. Add quick notes to remember the joke forever. The Trophy Case Gamify your happiness! Unlock over 30 unique achievements like "Social Butterfly," "Night Owl," and "Giggle Rookie" as you build positive habits. Smart Insights Who makes you laugh the most? Is it your "Best Partner" or a specific "Best Place"? LaughMeter analyzes your data to show you exactly what fuels your joy. Streaks & Trends Keep the momentum going with daily streaks. View your "Weekly Trend" charts to visualize your happiness over time. Daily Dose of Joy Start every morning with a fresh, hand-picked quote to inspire positivity and motivation. The Laugh Journal Look back at your month in the beautiful Calendar View. See your "High Mood" days at a glance and relive your best memories. Private & Secure Your data stays on your device. SwiftData integration ensures your personal journal is fast, secure, and available offline. Why LaughMeter? Boost Mindfulness: Become more aware of the positive moments in your day. Strengthen Relationships: Realize which friends and family bring the most joy to your life. Improve Mental Health: Shift your focus from stress to smiles with simple daily logging. Download LaughMeter today and start counting the smiles that count!

Screenshots

SleepSafe4 screens
LaughMeter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LaughMeter at none against SleepSafe's 2. SleepSafe's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. SleepSafe sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. LaughMeter asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SleepSafe versus LaughMeter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSleepSafeLaughMeter
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (10 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOliver Lerstøl HebnesMd Arafat Rahman

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SleepSafe

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$44.991 Year
None

LaughMeter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SleepSafe free?
SleepSafe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LaughMeter free?
LaughMeter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SleepSafe or LaughMeter have ads?
Neither SleepSafe nor LaughMeter shows ads.

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