# Candle vs HypnoVape

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Candle at 12K against HypnoVape's 1. Candle also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and chart position (#167 vs unranked). HypnoVape's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Candle sells 24 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and HypnoVape sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

HypnoVape holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Candle has 12K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Candle ships an update fortnightly, HypnoVape every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Candle | HypnoVape |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candle-couples-and-relationship/id6743355635/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hypnovape/id6748586942/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 67.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#167** | — |
| Size | 127 MB | 183 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Encore AI Labs, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1802415524) | [Masaya Kawauchi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1826253881) |

## What reviewers say

### Candle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candle-couples-and-relationship/id6743355635)

**Currently charting:** #167 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

This app helps couples deepen their connection through quick daily rituals. Engage with meaningful questions, share private photos, play games, and discover local date ideas to foster presence and curiosity in your relationship.

**Highlights:** Daily conversation starters, Private photo sharing, Syncing thumb kisses, Local date ideas, Relationship games and challenges, Daily check-in streaks

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

**In-app purchases (24)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Candle Pro - Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $89.99 | per year |
| Bag of Sparks (80) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Word Hint | $0.99 | one-time |
| Streak Reignite | $2.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Sparks (500) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Perfect app for long distance couples
- 👍 Unexpectedly great for reconnecting
- 👍 Low-commitment, high-impact way to encourage connection
- 👍 Doesn't require subscription for full use
- 👍 Fun games and prompts

**Requested features**

- Different decks or categories for prompts to mix things up


### HypnoVape

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hypnovape/id6748586942)

This app offers guided hypnotherapy sessions to help adults reduce or quit vaping. It uses relaxation techniques and personalized guidance over a structured program. Access all content with a one-time purchase for an ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Guided hypnotherapy sessions, Personalized guidance, Relaxation-based techniques, Habit formation program, Progress tracking, Ad-free experience

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hypno Vape Access | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Candle free?

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

### Is HypnoVape free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Candle or HypnoVape?

HypnoVape is rated higher. Candle averages 4.8 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while HypnoVape averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Candle or HypnoVape have ads?

Neither Candle nor HypnoVape shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Candle or HypnoVape?

Candle ships an update fortnightly, and HypnoVape every 2 months. Most recently, Candle was updated on October 26, 2026 and HypnoVape on October 12, 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.*