# Hypno Loops vs Trouble Tree

The clearest difference is monetization model: Hypno Loops at free with in-app purchases against Trouble Tree's subscription. Hypno Loops also leads on ratings volume (20 vs 4). Trouble Tree's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hypno Loops sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Trouble Tree sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Trouble Tree holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hypno Loops has 20 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Hypno Loops's written reviews are positive against 100% of Trouble Tree's.

Hypno Loops ships an update every 10 days, Trouble Tree fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hypno Loops | Trouble Tree |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hypno-loops/id6578414648/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trouble-tree/id6740874410/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **20** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 78.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 428 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Hypno Loops Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1759448623) | [Jeremy Downs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1792032102) |

## What reviewers say

### Hypno Loops

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hypno-loops/id6578414648)

Train your brain with personalized audio loops based on neuroscience. Record custom phrases or use pre-developed ones, layered over unique soundscapes, to reduce stress, enhance sleep, and improve focus. This app offers a novel approach to mental wellness through sound.

**Highlights:** Personalized audio loop creation, Neuroscience-based training, Clinically developed phrases, Grammy-artist soundscapes, Stress reduction, Sleep improvement, Performance enhancement

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Individual Plan - Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Duo Plan - Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Family Plan - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Individual Plan - Yearly | $52.99 | per year |
| Duo Plan - Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Family Plan - Yearly | $89.99 | per year |


### Trouble Tree

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trouble-tree/id6740874410)

This app helps you process life's challenges and foster emotional growth. Log troubles, reframe thoughts, and practice gratitude to cultivate a visual representation of your journey. Access past reflections and gain insights into your progress.

**Highlights:** Log daily troubles, Reframe thoughts and take action, Practice gratitude, Visualize emotional growth, Access past reflections, Optional therapist export

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hypno Loops free?

Hypno Loops is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Trouble Tree free?

Trouble Tree is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Hypno Loops or Trouble Tree?

Trouble Tree is rated higher. Hypno Loops averages 4.5 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while Trouble Tree averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Hypno Loops or Trouble Tree have ads?

Hypno Loops shows ads; Trouble Tree does not.

### Which is updated more often, Hypno Loops or Trouble Tree?

Hypno Loops ships an update every 10 days, and Trouble Tree fortnightly. Most recently, Hypno Loops was updated on October 16, 2026 and Trouble Tree on September 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*