# SleepShift vs Rainflower

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Rainflower at 100% against SleepShift's 55%. Rainflower also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 11) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 68 months). SleepShift's advantage is ratings volume (205 vs 3). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SleepShift sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Rainflower asks for nothing beyond the download.

Rainflower holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SleepShift has 205 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of SleepShift's written reviews are positive against 100% of Rainflower's.

SleepShift ships an update every 68 months, Rainflower every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SleepShift | Rainflower |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (205 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleepshift-hypnosis/id819540459/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rainflower/id6477651788/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **205** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 55.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 68 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 272 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hypnosis and Meditation for Success, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/381583151) | [Andrew Wang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1729931492) |

## What reviewers say

### SleepShift

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleepshift-hypnosis/id819540459)

Fall asleep faster and achieve deeper, more restful sleep with guided hypnosis sessions. This app utilizes relaxation techniques and soothing sounds to promote subconscious transformation while you sleep, helping you wake up refreshed and energized.

**Highlights:** Guided sleep hypnosis, Relaxation techniques, Soothing sleep sounds and music, Customizable playlists, Sleep timer, Morning alarm, Multiple programs per session

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Calm Nights Sleep Music | Free | one-time |
| Deep Relaxation Sleep | $4.99 | one-time |
| Dreamscape Sleep Music | $4.99 | one-time |
| Emotional Healing | $4.99 | one-time |
| Get Out Of Your Way | $4.99 | one-time |
| No More Anxiety | $4.99 | one-time |
| Peace & Meditation | $4.99 | one-time |
| Serenity Sleep Music | $4.99 | one-time |
| Youthful Sleep | $4.99 | one-time |
| Dreams To Reality | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Sale | $16.99 | one-time |


### Rainflower

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rainflower/id6477651788)

This app helps you capture life's moments with a visual journal. Record thoughts, feelings, photos, and videos, and create a unique garden that grows with your emotions and progress over time. Gain insights into your mood patterns with detailed breakdowns.

**Highlights:** Microjournaling for daily moments, Mood tracking with visual flowers, Progress tracking through gardens, Calendar view for mood insights, Photo and video attachments, Emotional and mood breakdowns

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SleepShift free?

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

### Is Rainflower free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SleepShift or Rainflower?

Rainflower is rated higher. SleepShift averages 4.6 out of 5 from 205 ratings, while Rainflower averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do SleepShift or Rainflower have ads?

Neither SleepShift nor Rainflower shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SleepShift or Rainflower?

SleepShift ships an update every 68 months, and Rainflower every 4 days. Most recently, SleepShift was updated on October 26, 2026 and Rainflower on October 23, 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.*