# mySleepButton vs Ocean Waves

The clearest difference is ads: mySleepButton at none against Ocean Waves's shown. mySleepButton also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). Ocean Waves's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (2K vs 209). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. mySleepButton sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Ocean Waves sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Ocean Waves holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ocean Waves has 2K ratings behind it against 209, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 73% and 72% positive.

mySleepButton ships an update every 4 months, Ocean Waves weekly. The most recent releases landed on August 5, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | mySleepButton | Ocean Waves |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (209 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mysleepbutton/id740251957/reviews) | **[4.7 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ocean-waves-sleep-sounds/id969903863/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 209 | **2K** |
| Positive reviews | **72.9% of reviews** | 72.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 161 MB | 185 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CogSci Apps Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/740251960) | [Codepaint Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/820239814) |

## What reviewers say

### mySleepButton

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mysleepbutton/id740251957)

This app uses a "cognitive shuffle" technique to help users fall asleep by distracting their minds with imagery. It offers guided meditations and can be used with audio devices for a screen-free experience.

**Highlights:** Cognitive shuffle technique, Guided imagery for sleep, Affective body scan meditation, Configurable meditation pack, Audio playback on external devices, Siri shortcuts

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Disable iAd | $0.99 | one-time |
| Album d'items simples | $3.99 | one-time |
| 単語パック | $3.99 | one-time |
| 简单事物专辑 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Simple-Things Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Drawing Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Scenes Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Album d'items à dessiner | $5.99 | one-time |
| Simple-Things Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Album d'items simples | $6.99 | one-time |
| Scenes Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Body Scan Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Kids Pack (4+) | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 No fuss, just works
- 👍 Effective for insomnia
- 👍 Puts me to sleep quickly
- 👍 Helps shut down racing thoughts
- 👍 Better than sleeping pills

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Audio quality issues (crackling, clicking)
- 🔧 Requires in-app purchases to unlock full functionality
- 🔧 Repetitive content in free version

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after iOS updates
- Purchased content not restoring properly

**Requested features**

- More diverse content and voices
- Randomized word/scene order
- Support for additional languages
- Apple Watch app


### Ocean Waves

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ocean-waves-sleep-sounds/id969903863)

Immerse yourself in calming ocean wave sounds for relaxation, focus, or sleep. Control playback, set timers, and enjoy stereo and spatial audio. Unlock advanced features like extended timers and night mode with a premium upgrade.

**Highlights:** Immersive wave sound playback, Adjustable sleep timer, Background audio support, Stereo and spatial audio options, AirPlay and Bluetooth streaming, Apple Watch control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium - Monthly Plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium - Yearly Plan | $5.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime Plan - Offer | $6.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime Plan - Offer | $7.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime Plan | $15.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌊 Relaxing ocean sounds
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🌙 Helps with sleep and relaxation
- 🆓 Free basic version available

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Ads disrupt the experience
- ⏱️ Timer issues or lack of timer
- 🔈 Repetitive or unnatural sound quality
- 💰 Expensive paid version

**Reported bugs**

- App stops working or playing unexpectedly
- Inability to cancel or delete subscription
- Inconsistent behavior after updates

**Requested features**

- More sound variety and customization options
- Improved timer functionality
- Ability to use app while using other apps
- No ads or less intrusive ads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is mySleepButton free?

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

### Is Ocean Waves free?

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

### Which has better reviews, mySleepButton or Ocean Waves?

Ocean Waves is rated higher. mySleepButton averages 4.5 out of 5 from 209 ratings, while Ocean Waves averages 4.7 from 2K ratings.

### Do mySleepButton or Ocean Waves have ads?

Ocean Waves shows ads; mySleepButton does not.

### Which is updated more often, mySleepButton or Ocean Waves?

mySleepButton ships an update every 4 months, and Ocean Waves weekly. Most recently, mySleepButton was updated on August 5, 2026 and Ocean Waves on September 24, 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.*