Comparison

Brainwave Generator vs Vibriq

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

Head to head
About

Brainwave Generator

Features
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Fall asleep faster. Focus deeper. Reduce anxiety naturally. Brainwave Generator uses real-time binaural beats to guide your brain into the exact state you need β€” deep sleep, laser focus, calm, or peak performance. No pre-recorded tracks. Full control. Backed by neuroscience. REAL-TIME BINAURAL BEAT ENGINE Generate binaural beats across the full brainwave spectrum in real time. Target specific mental states: Delta (0.5-4 Hz) for deep sleep and healing, Theta (4-8 Hz) for meditation and memory, Alpha (8-13 Hz) for relaxation and calm focus, Beta (13-30 Hz) for concentration, and Gamma (30-100 Hz) for peak cognitive performance. Every tone is synthesized live β€” giving you precise control. 44 SCIENCE-BACKED PRESETS Calibrated presets based on neuroscience research including MIT's 40Hz Gamma GENUS protocol for cognitive enhancement, Schumann Resonance at 7.83Hz, Theta-Gamma Cross-Frequency Coupling for memory encoding, EMDR-inspired bilateral stimulation, SMR-based ADHD focus protocols, HRV Coherence training, and more. Each preset uses research-optimized carrier frequencies. 34 AMBIENT SOUNDS Layer your sessions with ambient soundscapes across 7 categories: nature sounds (rain, ocean, forest, birds), noise generators (white, pink, brown, violet), meditation aids (singing bowl, crystal bowl, Om, solfeggio 528Hz), and environments (cafe, campfire, underwater). Seamless crossfade looping for uninterrupted sessions. ADVANCED FREQUENCY LAB Eight powerful tools: Custom frequency generator, waveform selector (sine/square/triangle/sawtooth), multi-stage frequency sweep designer with visual timeline editor, multi-layer mixer, real-time oscilloscope visualization, frequency calculator, isochronic pulse tone generator, and a preset library for saving your creations. MULTI-SENSORY ENTRAINMENT Go beyond audio. Haptic entrainment syncs your phone's vibration to the target frequency. Visual entrainment adds gentle screen pulses. Combined sessions unify audio, haptic, visual, and breathwork into powerful multi-sensory protocols for sleep induction, cognitive enhancement, and recovery. POMODORO FOCUS TIMER Combine the Pomodoro technique with automatic binaural beat switching. Beta waves during focus blocks, Alpha waves during breaks. Track completed sessions and total focus time. BREATHWORK LAB Guided breathing exercises including 4-7-8, box breathing, and coherent breathing. Haptic feedback guides each phase. Synchronized with binaural beats for deeper relaxation and improved heart rate variability. SMART RECOMMENDATIONS AI-powered session suggestions based on time of day, your listening history, and session effectiveness tracking. The app learns which presets work best for you and adapts its recommendations. PRIVACY-FIRST DESIGN Your sessions, presets and history stay on your device, and there are no accounts. Analytics, crash reporting and ads are optional and run only with your consent. SUBSCRIPTION Brainwave Premium is an auto-renewing subscription with monthly and yearly plans. The price for your region is shown in the app before purchase. It renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends; manage or cancel it in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://brainwavegenenator.com/eula.html Privacy Policy: https://brainwavegenenator.com/privacy.html

About

Vibriq

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Vibriq – Find your frequency. Solfeggio frequencies, binaural beats, nature sounds, and guided breathing exercises β€” brought together in one beautifully designed app. SOLFEGGIO FREQUENCIES Experience all 9 Solfeggio frequencies from 174 Hz to 963 Hz β€” generated in real time, not played from recordings. Each frequency has its own effect: from grounding and renewal to transformation and harmony, all the way to intuition and deep awareness. BINAURAL BEATS & ISOCHRONIC TONES Target your brainwaves intentionally: Delta for deep sleep, Theta for meditation, Alpha for focus, Beta for energy, and Gamma for peak concentration. Enhanced with the Schumann resonance (7.83 Hz) for natural grounding. NATURE SOUNDS Mix six atmospheric soundscapes into your perfect backdrop: rain, ocean, forest, fire, wind, and singing bowl. Combine them freely with frequencies and beats. 7 CURATED PRESETS Choose from lovingly crafted sessions for every moment: β€’ Deep Sleep β€” Gentle delta waves for restful nights β€’ Morning Energy β€” Uplifting impulses for a strong start β€’ Focus Session β€” Alpha waves for concentrated work β€’ Stress Relief β€” Calming frequencies for inner peace β€’ Meditation β€” Theta state for deep mindfulness β€’ Creative Flow β€” Theta-alpha blend for inspiration β€’ Healing β€” Harmonious frequencies for wellbeing BREATHING EXERCISES Three guided breathing techniques with animated patterns: β€’ Relaxing (4-2-4-2) β€’ Calming (4-7-8) β€’ Balancing (4-4-4-4) YOUR JOURNEY Track your progress with streak tracking, session statistics, and milestone badges. Build a daily wellness routine. PERSONALIZED FOR YOU During onboarding, Vibriq learns your goals β€” whether better sleep, more focus, less stress, or inner calm β€” and recommends matching presets. START WITH SELECTED CONTENT Start with selected frequencies, presets, and breathing exercises. Unlock all 9 frequencies, all presets, and unlimited sessions with Premium. Vibriq is intended for relaxation and wellbeing. It is not a medical device and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Brainwave Generator4 screens
Vibriq4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Vibriq at every 2 days against Brainwave Generator's every 3 weeks. Brainwave Generator's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Brainwave Generator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Vibriq sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Brainwave Generator ships an update every 3 weeks, Vibriq every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Brainwave Generator versus Vibriq: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrainwave GeneratorVibriq
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days β€” better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 β€” better15.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size77 MB63 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFATIH BILGICPhilipp Pirker

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Brainwave Generator

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$39.991 Year
3 purchases

Vibriq

Subscriptions2
  • Vibriq Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Vibriq Pro Annual$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Vibriq Pro Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is Brainwave Generator free?
Brainwave Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Vibriq free?
Vibriq is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Brainwave Generator or Vibriq have ads?
Both Brainwave Generator and Vibriq show ads.
Which is updated more often, Brainwave Generator or Vibriq?
Brainwave Generator ships an update every 3 weeks, and Vibriq every 2 days. Most recently, Brainwave Generator was updated on October 14, 2026 and Vibriq on October 11, 2026.

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