# Gist vs Loop Sphere

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Gist at 4.6K against Loop Sphere's 4. Gist also leads on chart position (#96 vs unranked). Loop Sphere's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Loop Sphere holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gist has 4.6K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gist | Loop Sphere |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (4.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gist-life-well-lived/id6754110310/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-sphere/id6756579833/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.6K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 74.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Ad-supported |
| Best chart rank | **#96** | — |
| Size | 135 MB | 148 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AppLovin Corp](https://appshunter.io/developer/463970272) | [Loop Earplugs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1837423472) |

## What reviewers say

### Gist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gist-life-well-lived/id6754110310)

**Currently charting:** #96 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

A social platform for thoughtful content on real-life topics. Explore practical ideas, engage in meaningful discussions, and share your own insights without immediate sign-up. Customize your profile and connect with a community focused on substance.

**Highlights:** Browse without an account, Personalized content feed, Create and share various content types, Meaningful contribution system, Save and like posts, Direct messaging with spam control, Customizable profile pages

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Loop Sphere

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-sphere/id6756579833)

Measure ambient noise levels in real-time with a decibel meter and create a calming sound environment with a variety of white noise options. Ideal for focus, relaxation, sleep, and even for soothing little ones. Integrates with Loop earplugs for enhanced sound awareness.

**Highlights:** Real-time decibel meter, White noise generator, Sound environment control, Sleep and focus sounds, White noise for children, Loop earplug integration

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gist free?

Gist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Loop Sphere free?

Loop Sphere is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Gist or Loop Sphere?

Loop Sphere is rated higher. Gist averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.6K ratings, while Loop Sphere averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Gist or Loop Sphere have ads?

Both Gist and Loop Sphere show ads.

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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.*