# Ambi vs SLEEP by Max Richter

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SLEEP by Max Richter at none against Ambi's 1. SLEEP by Max Richter also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.8 vs 4.3). On price and review sentiment there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Ambi sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SLEEP by Max Richter asks for nothing beyond the download.

SLEEP by Max Richter holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SLEEP by Max Richter has 1.7K ratings behind it against 87, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 58% of Ambi's written reviews are positive against 55% of SLEEP by Max Richter's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Ambi ships an update every 4 months, SLEEP by Max Richter fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ambi | SLEEP by Max Richter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (87 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ambi/id777337726/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleep-by-max-richter/id1509084936/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 87 | **1.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **58.1% of reviews** | 55.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 9 MB | 225 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mellowmuse Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/425710925) | [U-Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/353134551) |

## What reviewers say

### Ambi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ambi/id777337726)

This app generates unique, ever-changing soundscapes to help you relax and focus. It masks distracting background noise with customizable mixes of various noise types, offering manual control over the sound or automatic randomization. Enhance your audio experience with reverb and an equalizer.

**Highlights:** Algorithmic noise generation, Customizable noise mixes, Manual and automatic sound randomization, Reverb effect, 8-band graphic equalizer, In-app timer (paid), User preset saving (paid)

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ambi Pro | $4.99 | one-time |


### SLEEP by Max Richter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleep-by-max-richter/id1509084936)

Experience a unique musical journey designed to aid sleep, meditation, and focus. This app features exclusive compositions by Max Richter, customizable sequences, and tools for well-being tracking. It aims to help users fall asleep gently, wake up peacefully, and enhance concentration.

**Highlights:** Fall asleep with expert-consulted composition, Gentle wake-up sounds, Immersive music for meditation, Focus enhancement, Personal well-being journal, Unlockable planet experiences, Apple Watch heart rate integration

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🌙 Relaxing and soothing music
- 🌌 Beautiful visuals and animations
- 🌟 Helpful for sleep, meditation, and focus
- 💤 Effective in promoting restful sleep
- 🧘‍♀️ Useful for mindfulness and relaxation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires Spotify or Apple Music subscription
- 🔊 Volume control issues and sudden loud noises
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable performance
- 🤖 Overly intrusive integration with Spotify
- 🔋 Drains device battery quickly

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or fails to open
- Music playback issues and skipping
- Alarm not working as expected
- Incorrect time and date displayed

**Requested features**

- Offline music playback option
- More music and sound options beyond Max Richter
- Integration with other music streaming services
- Customizable sleep/wake up settings
- Apple Watch and Health app integration


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ambi free?

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

### Is SLEEP by Max Richter free?

SLEEP by Max Richter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Ambi or SLEEP by Max Richter?

SLEEP by Max Richter is rated higher. Ambi averages 4.3 out of 5 from 87 ratings, while SLEEP by Max Richter averages 4.8 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do Ambi or SLEEP by Max Richter have ads?

Ambi shows ads; SLEEP by Max Richter does not.

### Which is updated more often, Ambi or SLEEP by Max Richter?

Ambi ships an update every 4 months, and SLEEP by Max Richter fortnightly. Most recently, Ambi was updated on November 6, 2026 and SLEEP by Max Richter on November 7, 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.*