Comparison

Brown Noise vs DreamWave

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

Head to head
About

Brown Noise

This free application offers a collection of authentic fan sounds designed to create a tranquil sleep environment. It helps users of all ages fall asleep effortlessly and improve their overall sleep quality. The intuitive interface and adjustable timer make it easy to customize your relaxation experience.

Highlights
  • Four authentic fan sounds
  • User-friendly interface
  • Adjustable sleep timer
  • Completely free
Features
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Experience the ultimate sleep solution with "Brown Noise Machine", an app dedicated to improving your sleep quality. Dive into a world of relaxation with a rich library of colored noises, ambient soundscapes, and calming meditations, crafted to create the perfect environment for deep, restful sleep. Ideal for everyone from infants to adults who are seeking a serene escape into dreamland. "Transformative! Since using this app, my sleep has improved dramatically. A true game-changer for those tossing and turning all night." - Satisfied Sleeper Say goodbye to sleepless nights and hello to falling asleep effortlessly. From soothing colored noises to immersive nature sounds and guided meditations, every sound is meticulously designed to foster a tranquil sleep environment, promoting rest and relaxation for all ages. "This app was a lifesaver during those early months of parenthood. It helped my little one sleep peacefully, making our nights much easier!" - Grateful Parent Navigating "Brown Noise Machine" is simple and intuitive. Select your favorite sound or meditation, set the timer to your preference, and let the soothing audio guide you to sleep. Achieving deep, restful sleep has never been easier! Features of the app include: - Colored noises including brown noise and more - Binaural beats, beta waves, and delta waves - A wide range of ambient soundscapes: campfire, rain forest, rain on roof, rain on window, rain on lake, heavy rain, rain downpour, small water stream, mountain river, waterfall, beach waves, windy beach, thunder cracks, thunder rumbling, close thunder with rain, and airplane cabin - Guided meditations designed for falling asleep, getting back to sleep, and letting go - User-friendly interface - Adjustable sleep timer Embrace better sleep and refreshed mornings. Download "Brown Noise Machine" today and enjoy the sound of a good night's sleep. Privacy Policy : https://www.yellowcatlabs.com/privacy-policy Terms of use : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

DreamWave

Features
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Sleep better, snore less, and wake up at the right moment — with nothing but your iPhone on the nightstand. DreamWave listens while you sleep, detects snoring, and wakes you during your lightest sleep with a Smart Alarm. Everything is processed privately on your device. No account, no cloud, no Apple Watch required — and if you do wear one, DreamWave reads your sleep stages from Apple Health for an even richer picture. WAKE UP AT THE RIGHT MOMENT • Smart Alarm: pick a wake time and a window (up to 30 minutes). DreamWave rings when you start to stir instead of jolting you out of deep sleep. • Rings even on silent, and keeps ringing on the lock screen if iOS closes the app overnight. • Choose your alarm sound. HEAR EXACTLY WHEN YOU SNORE • On-device snore detection using Apple's sound classifier. • Play back short clips of each snore to hear what your partner hears. • Nightly and 7-day snore trends, intensity timeline and snore score. • Keeps recording through phone calls and Bluetooth changes during the night. SEE EVERY STAGE OF YOUR NIGHT • Sleep score, duration, efficiency and the exact time you fell asleep and woke up — matching Apple Health. • Deep, REM, light and awake breakdown when an Apple Watch is used. • Sleep debt, consistency streaks and a personal sleep coach. WORKS WITHOUT A WATCH • Forgot to start tracking? DreamWave can estimate the night from your iPhone's motion history. • A bedtime nudge when your phone has been still for a while, and a morning summary notification so you know how you slept without opening the app. • Honest numbers: metrics that need a Watch are clearly labelled instead of guessed. DISCOVER YOUR SLEEP DNA • After 21 nights, see your chronotype, your strengths and what to focus on — and share your Sleep DNA card. DRIFT OFF FASTER • 17 soothing rain, ocean, forest and fire soundscapes. • Dream Journal to capture dreams by voice or text. PRIVATE BY DESIGN • Audio is analysed on your iPhone and never uploaded. • No account and no tracking. Your Health data stays on your device. • Available in English, Español, Français, हिन्दी, Bahasa Melayu and Filipino. DREAMWAVE PREMIUM Unlock Smart Alarm, Snore Report with playback, Sleep Coach, Sleep DNA and Dream Journal. • Weekly subscription with a 7-day free trial, or • Lifetime: pay once, keep Premium forever (Family Sharing supported). Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in your App Store account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms of Use: https://nksnaresh.github.io/dreamwave/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://nksnaresh.github.io/dreamwave/privacy.html DreamWave is a wellness app, not a medical device. It does not diagnose or treat any condition. If you suspect a sleep disorder, please talk to a doctor.

Screenshots

Brown Noise3 screens
DreamWave4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: DreamWave at none against Brown Noise's shown. DreamWave also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). Brown Noise's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). 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. Brown Noise sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $39.99 per year and DreamWave sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Brown Noise ships an update every 3 weeks, DreamWave every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Brown Noise versus DreamWave: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrown NoiseDreamWave
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (759 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews64.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings759 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size146 MB90 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYELLOWCAT LABS LTDNaresh Singh

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Brown Noise

Subscriptions3
  • Yearly subscription3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Yearly subscription3 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Yearly subscription1 Month trial$59.991 Year
2 purchases

DreamWave

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly Premium7 Days trial$0.997 Days
One-time1
  • DreamWave Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is Brown Noise free?
Brown Noise is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DreamWave free?
DreamWave is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Brown Noise or DreamWave have ads?
Brown Noise shows ads; DreamWave does not.
Which is updated more often, Brown Noise or DreamWave?
Brown Noise ships an update every 3 weeks, and DreamWave every 5 days. Most recently, Brown Noise was updated on October 28, 2026 and DreamWave on October 31, 2026.

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