Comparison

Proxy reading vs Bear Sound

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

Head to head
About

Proxy reading

Features
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The input text will be read aloud. ・Supported language: English, Japanese

About

Bear Sound

Features
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Bear Countermeasure Sound - An "Amulet" for Your Outdoors. Mountain climbing and camping should be fun. But don't you have a lingering anxiety somewhere in your heart, "What if I encounter a bear..."? "Bear Countermeasure Sound" is your reassuring partner for such situations. This app helps reduce the risk of unexpected encounters by combining various sounds that bears dislike, letting your presence be known to the surroundings. Main Features: Simultaneous playback of 3 sounds: By combining multiple sounds, it continuously produces a complex sound that is hard to get used to in the natural world. Freely customizable: Choose various sounds such as "human voices" or "bell sounds" to suit your style. You can also freely set the volume and playback method (continuous or interval). Emergency alert mode: In case of an emergency, a single button activates an alarm sound and the flashing light of your smartphone! This app transforms your smartphone into a bear countermeasure tool. Download it now and add the best "safety" equipment to your next adventure. Recommended for these situations: Mountain climbing, hiking, camping, stream fishing, wild plant foraging, walking. β€» This app does not completely prevent encounters with bears. Please use it along with appropriate preparations, such as always paying attention to your surroundings and checking local bear information. Subscribe to unlock all features, including one additional sound and customization of playback intervals! Ads will also be hidden. Monthly Subscription Please check the in-app purchase section for pricing. Annual Subscription Please check the in-app purchase section for pricing. Terms of Service https://www.sparkleand.store/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy https://www.sparkleand.store/vr-privacy-policy Sound Source: εŠΉζžœιŸ³γƒ©γƒœ

Screenshots

Proxy reading1 screens
Bear Sound3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Proxy reading at none against Bear Sound's 4. Proxy reading also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.8.3 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Bear Sound sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Proxy reading asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Proxy reading ships an update every 2 weeks, Bear Sound every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Proxy reading versus Bear Sound: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProxy readingBear Sound
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks β€” betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.8.3 β€” better17.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size35 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHideaki UchikoshiSPARKLE AND, K.K.

In-app purchases

None

Proxy reading

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Bear Sound

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subscription$2.997 Days
  • MonthlySubscription$3.991 Month
  • Annual subscription$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • One-time purchase plan$9.99

Questions

Is Proxy reading free?
Proxy reading is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bear Sound free?
Bear Sound is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Proxy reading or Bear Sound have ads?
Both Proxy reading and Bear Sound show ads.
Which is updated more often, Proxy reading or Bear Sound?
Proxy reading ships an update every 2 weeks, and Bear Sound every 3 weeks. Most recently, Proxy reading was updated on October 1, 2026 and Bear Sound on October 5, 2026.

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