Comparison

Sleep Noise Machine vs PhoneAway

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

Head to head
About

Sleep Noise Machine

Generate high-quality white, pink, brown, and black noise with advanced audio customization. Create the ideal sound environment for sleep, focus, or masking distractions with real-time adjustments and a user-friendly interface.

Highlights
  • High-quality white, pink, brown, black noise
  • 10-band graphic equalizer
  • Adjustable high-pass and low-pass filters
  • Real-time audio spectrum visualization
  • Timer with auto-stop and fade out
  • Ear fatigue reduction methods
  • Customizable user presets
Features
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A sophisticated white, pink, brown, and black noise generator with advanced audio customisation features. This app helps create the perfect sound environment for deep sleep, concentration, relaxation, or simply masking unwanted background noise. Now features green noise using black noise sound source and the new green noise EQ preset. Features: - Four high-quality noise types: White, Pink, Brown, and Black noise generated using advanced DSP algorithms for the higest quality - Professional-grade 10-band equaliser with customisable frequency adjustments - High-fidelity audio processing with oversampling technology and multiple biquads for superior sound quality - Black noise with a custom preset will give you the deepest sleep ever - Adjustable high-pass and low-pass filters with multiple slopes - Real-time audio spectrum visualisation with line and bar graph modes - Timer function with auto-stop capability and slow fade out - Sound changes and updates in real time as you move EQ and filter faders! - utilises advanced ear fatigue reduction methods such as gentle filter modulation, stereo processing and micro changes in dynamics making long hours of listening pleasant - Smooth crossfading between different noise types when switching for a peaceful transition - Airplay mode support - Bluetooth output support - Airpods output support - 25+ built-in audio presets for various environments and use cases - Very efficient engine enables the highest quality sounds and effects while saving on battery use - Custom user presets that can be saved and recalled - Sleek, intuitive interface with professional controls - Background audio playback support Studies show that noise can be used to help ADHD sufferers by providing consistent, non-distracting background sound. For tinnitus sufferers, the customisable frequency controls allow precise masking of troublesome frequencies, potentially providing relief from persistent ringing. The app is fully functional without subscription and you are welcome to use it as much as you like. However, if you want to enjoy the app with an unlimited timer then you can purchase a premium subscription. If you purchase a monthly or yearly subscription, payment will be charged to your iTunes account. Your account will automatically be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current subscription unless you disable auto-renew. You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the current period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

PhoneAway

This app helps reduce phone dependency by using your Apple Watch to remind you to put your phone down when you get too close. It aims to improve focus, reduce distractions, and foster healthier habits for studying, reading, and working.

Highlights
  • Proximity-based phone reminders
  • Customizable distance thresholds
  • Countdown and Pomodoro timer
  • Multiple vibration styles
  • Adjustable alert sounds
Features
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Break the habit of mindlessly scrolling on your phone, starting the moment you approach it! Return to the present and rediscover the beauty of life. Trapped in phone addiction and can't break free? These struggles might sound familiar: 1. Attention Crisis: Focus time is getting shorter, memory is noticeably declining, and thoughts are always difficult to concentrate. 2. Declining Quality of Life: Reading time is drastically reduced, hobbies are squeezed out, and life becomes monotonous and boring. 3. Emptiness and Disappointment: Opening various apps with anticipation, only to find they can't bring real satisfaction, but instead leave you more disappointed and anxious. "PhoneAway" is an app designed to help you reduce phone dependency and focus on the present. When you wear your Apple Watch and approach your phone, it will promptly remind you to put it down through vibration and sound, keeping you away from distractions and maintaining focus. Unlike other apps that rely on screen time restrictions, "PhoneAway" is currently the only app that addresses phone addiction at its source. We combine advanced distance-sensing technology to precisely monitor the distance between your phone and watch. Real-time reminders intervene in your usage habits to help reduce unconscious phone dependency. I conceptualized, designed, and developed this app from scratch to address our shared attention problems and help you rediscover a fulfilling, meaningful life. Whether you're studying, reading, or working, "PhoneAway" can effectively reduce phone-related distractions, helping you develop healthier habits and improve focus and productivity. Use Cases: - Focused Study: In study rooms or during exam preparation, when wearing your Apple Watch near your phone, you'll be reminded to put it down, reducing distractions and maintaining efficient learning. - Immersive Reading: Whether reading physical or digital books, when wearing your Apple Watch near your phone, instant alerts encourage you to focus on reading and stay away from phone distractions. - Focused Work: During work hours, when wearing your Apple Watch near your phone, immediate reminders help you put it down, avoid distractions, and better concentrate on completing tasks to improve work efficiency. Features: - Safe Distance: Set distance thresholds for triggering reminders based on personal needs, with centimeter-level precision adjustment. - Countdown & Pomodoro Timer: Customize "don’t touch phone" time periods for focused work. - Vibration Styles: Multiple vibration modes and frequency options to suit different usage scenarios. - Alert Sounds: Support for various notification sounds to enhance reminder perception and personalized experience. Supported Devices: - iPhone: iPhone 11 and above. - Apple Watch: Apple Watch Series 8 and above. Auto-Renewal Subscription Service: After subscribing, you can unlock all premium features and continuously receive future premium feature updates. After confirming the purchase, the subscription will automatically renew through your Apple account. Automatic charges will occur within 24 hours before expiration, and after successful payment, the subscription will be extended for one period. If you wish to cancel auto-renewal, please manually disable auto-renewal in your Apple ID settings at least 24 hours before your current subscription expires. The decision to cancel the subscription is yours; if you do not cancel, it will be considered consent to proceed to the next billing cycle. Privacy Policy: https://offphone-web.netlify.app/en-us/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Contact Us Email: darkce97@gmail.com Start your focus journey and let "PhoneAway" become your powerful assistant in regaining control of your life!

Screenshots

Sleep Noise Machine4 screens
PhoneAway4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PhoneAway at 100% against Sleep Noise Machine's 33%. Sleep Noise Machine's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (152 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Sleep Noise Machine sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and PhoneAway sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sleep Noise Machine holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sleep Noise Machine has 152 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of Sleep Noise Machine's written reviews are positive against 100% of PhoneAway's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sleep Noise Machine ships an update every 4 days, PhoneAway every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Sleep Noise Machine versus PhoneAway: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSleep Noise MachinePhoneAway
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (152 ratings) — better4.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings152 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.4
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSimon Burgess绪海 罗

Customer experience

Sleep Noise Machine

All ratings139 ratings
Positive89.9%
Neutral2.9%
Negative7.2%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

PhoneAway

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Sleep Noise Machine

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium Weekly With Trial3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Premium Annual$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$19.99
2 purchases

PhoneAway

Subscriptions1
  • Premium$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • Premium$6.99

Questions

Is Sleep Noise Machine free?
Sleep Noise Machine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PhoneAway free?
PhoneAway is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Sleep Noise Machine or PhoneAway?
Sleep Noise Machine is rated higher. Sleep Noise Machine averages 4.6 out of 5 from 152 ratings, while PhoneAway averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Sleep Noise Machine or PhoneAway have ads?
Neither Sleep Noise Machine nor PhoneAway shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sleep Noise Machine or PhoneAway?
Sleep Noise Machine ships an update every 4 days, and PhoneAway every 5 days. Most recently, Sleep Noise Machine was updated on October 24, 2026 and PhoneAway on October 22, 2026.

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