Comparison

Suicide Lifeguard vs Tinnitus Sync

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

Head to head
About

Suicide Lifeguard

This app offers guidance on recognizing suicide warning signs, initiating conversations about suicidal thoughts, and providing appropriate responses and referrals. It includes immediate access to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and specialized resources for various communities.

Highlights
  • Recognize suicide warning signs
  • Ask about suicidal thoughts
  • Respond to suicidal ideation
  • Refer to resources
  • Connect to National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
  • Specialized resources for specific groups
Features
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Suicide Lifeguard is intended for anyone concerned that someone they know may be thinking of suicide. It provides information on: • How to recognize warning signs of suicide • How to ask about suicidal thoughts and/or intentions • How to respond and • Where to refer Features include: • Immediate connection to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline • Specific resources for: o Military/Veterans o Those who identify as LGBTQ o Spanish speaking individuals o Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing • Direct access to national and Missouri resource websites This suicide prevention information was produced by the Missouri Suicide Prevention Project, a joint effort between the Missouri Institute of Mental Health at the University of Missouri-St. Louis and the Missouri Department of Mental Health. It was made possible by grant number SM057376 from SAMSHA. The views and policies and opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of SAMSHA.

About

Tinnitus Sync

Features
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Tinnitus Sync is a dedicated self-management tool designed to help you habituate to the sound of your tinnitus using bimodal stimulation. By combining customized audio bursts with perfectly synchronized physical vibrations, Tinnitus Sync aims to help you learn to ignore your tinnitus. HOW IT WORKS 1. Match Your Tinnitus: Use our audio tools to recreate the exact frequency, bandwidth (hiss to tone), volume, and lateralization (left, right, or center) of the sound in your head. If you have multiple tones (polyphonic tinnitus), you can save multiple unique matches. 2. Prepare Your Devices: Put on your headphones and hold your iPhone. If you have an Apple Watch, wear it for an additional point of physical stimulation. 3. Start Training: Begin a session. The app will play brief bursts of your customized tinnitus sound, perfectly synced with physical haptic taps on your devices. The human brain is incredibly good at recognizing patterns. To promote habituation, Tinnitus Sync uses a randomized pacing algorithm. By slightly shifting the timing of every single pulse, your brain cannot predict the rhythm, encouraging active processing of the synchronized audio and physical sensations. FEATURES • Tinnitus matching for pure tones or white noise hiss • Independent pan and volume controls for each match • Millisecond latency calibration for AirPods and wireless headphones • Native Apple Watch app for wrist-based bimodal haptics • Support for polyphonic (multiple) tinnitus tones FREE VS PRO SUPPORTER Tinnitus Sync is completely free to use, allowing you to create and train with up to 3 custom sound matches. Upgrade to a Pro Supporter subscription to unlock unlimited matches and help support independent development. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER Tinnitus Sync is a wellness and self-management tool designed to assist with tinnitus habituation. It is not a certified medical device and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The information and tools provided by this app are not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, such as an ENT or audiologist, regarding your tinnitus—especially if your tinnitus is new, pulsatile, in only one ear, or accompanied by hearing loss or dizziness. Keep headphone volumes at safe, comfortable levels. TERMS OF USE https://kevincureton.neocities.com/tinnitus-sync-terms-of-use PRIVACY POLICY https://kevincureton.neocities.com/tinnitus-sync-privacy-policy

Screenshots

Suicide Lifeguard4 screens
Tinnitus Sync4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Suicide Lifeguard at none against Tinnitus Sync's 4. Suicide Lifeguard also leads on iOS requirement (7.0 vs 26.0). Tinnitus Sync's advantage is update cadence (every 5 months vs every 33 months). On price, ads and device support 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. Tinnitus Sync sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Suicide Lifeguard asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Suicide Lifeguard ships an update every 33 months, Tinnitus Sync every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Suicide Lifeguard versus Tinnitus Sync: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSuicide LifeguardTinnitus Sync
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 33 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS7.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB5 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperUniversity of Missouri - St. LouisKevin Cureton

In-app purchases

None

Suicide Lifeguard

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Tinnitus Sync

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Supporter$4.991 Month
One-time3
  • Buy Me Coffee$2.99
  • Buy Me Lunch$5.99
  • Development Fund$14.99

Questions

Is Suicide Lifeguard free?
Suicide Lifeguard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tinnitus Sync free?
Tinnitus Sync is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Suicide Lifeguard or Tinnitus Sync have ads?
Neither Suicide Lifeguard nor Tinnitus Sync shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Suicide Lifeguard or Tinnitus Sync?
Suicide Lifeguard ships an update every 33 months, and Tinnitus Sync every 5 months. Most recently, Suicide Lifeguard was updated on November 1, 2026 and Tinnitus Sync on November 10, 2026.

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