Comparison

PanBrain vs BrainWave

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

Head to head
About

PanBrain

Features
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PanBrain is an app that helps users control their emotions through specially designed white noise and teaching meditation methods. The application content includes functions such as white noise, check-in leaderboard etc.

About

BrainWave

This app uses AI and neuroscience to monitor your sleep and dynamically adjust audio frequencies for deeper rest. Wake up to personalized sleep summaries and insights each morning.

Highlights
  • AI-powered brainwave synchronization
  • Real-time sleep phase monitoring
  • Personalized adaptive soundscapes
  • Daily sleep summary insights
  • Neuroscience-informed algorithms
Features
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The Next Generation of Binaural Beats Let the right frequency find you. BrainWave turns your heart rate, HRV, activity, and sleep patterns into a personalized wind-down experience. Its bioadaptive audio responds to your changing recovery state, fine-tuning frequencies in real time to help you move from high alert toward rest. Whether you’re winding down after a late workout or a demanding day, BrainWave helps your body and mind ease into sleep at their own pace. CORE FEATURES - Real-Time Bioadaptive Brainwave Audio Your heart rate and HRV guide precise frequency adjustments as your body’s recovery state changes. - Cortisol-Aware Sleep & Recovery Index Understand whether your body may still be in a high-arousal state using insights derived from heart rate, HRV, activity, and sleep trends. - Personalized Frequency Matching Go beyond broad Alpha, Theta, and Delta ranges with a frequency experience tuned to your individual state. - Immersive Sleep Soundscapes Explore a complete library of calming soundscapes designed for sleep, relaxation, and post-workout wind-down. - Sleep & Recovery Insights Review your previous night’s sleep and recovery patterns—and use them to shape tonight’s experience. HOW IT WORKS 1. Connect your health data 2. Check your Sleep & Recovery state 3. Start your personalized brainwave session 4. Review your sleep insights the next morning Download BrainWave and discover a new generation of bioadaptive sleep audio. SUBSCRIPTION PLANS Weekly Plan: $3.99 per week with a 3-day free trial Annual Plan: $39.99 per year Subscriptions can be managed at any time through your App Store account settings. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The Cortisol-Aware Sleep & Recovery Index is an estimate based on available health and activity signals. It does not directly measure cortisol levels and is not intended for medical diagnosis or treatment. Payment will be charged to your App Store account upon confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. You can manage your subscription or turn off automatic renewal in your App Store settings. SUPPORT & LEGAL Feature suggestions and support: brainwave.support@geniustech.ai Privacy Policy: https://brainwave.geniustech.ai/user-agreement/privacy_notice.pdf Terms of Service: https://brainwave.geniustech.ai/user-agreement/terms_of_use.pdf

Screenshots

PanBrain4 screens
BrainWave4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PanBrain at none against BrainWave's 2. PanBrain also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). 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. BrainWave sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. PanBrain asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
PanBrain versus BrainWave: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPanBrainBrainWave
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB84 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer杭州般意科技有限公司GENIUS AI LABS PTE. LTD

In-app purchases

None

PanBrain

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

BrainWave

Subscriptions2
  • BraveWave Pro,1 week3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • BraveWave Pro,1 year$39.991 Year

Questions

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

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