# Gaia vs SpaceController

The clearest difference is rating: Gaia at 4.8 against SpaceController's 3.3. Gaia also leads on ratings volume (141K vs 3) and chart position (#82 vs unranked). SpaceController's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gaia sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month. SpaceController asks for nothing beyond the download.

Gaia holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gaia has 141K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Gaia ships an update weekly, SpaceController every 8 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gaia | SpaceController |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (141K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gaia-streaming-consciousness/id821068605/reviews)** | [3.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spacecontroller/id1568300743/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **141K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 67.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#82** | — |
| Size | 175 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gaia](https://appshunter.io/developer/1039984279) | [Sound Particles](https://appshunter.io/developer/1180336634) |

## What reviewers say

### Gaia

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gaia-streaming-consciousness/id821068605)

**Currently charting:** #82 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

Access a vast library of films, original shows, and documentaries focused on personal growth, spirituality, and alternative perspectives. Explore topics like ancient history, metaphysics, yoga, and meditation to elevate your awareness and seek a new understanding of the world.

**Highlights:** Informative films and original shows, Documentaries on personal transformation, Practices for yoga and meditation, Content on ancient origins and alternative medicine, Live events and thought leader insights, Holistic mental health and spirituality resources, HealthKit integration for activity tracking

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gaia Membership Renewal | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $15.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership - Legacy | $15.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership - Promotional | $15.99 | per month |
| Annual Membership | $139.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership - Promotional | $139.99 | per year |
| Gaia+ Membership | $299.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best streaming service
- 🌟 Transformative content
- 👍 Diverse and high-quality programming
- 🧘‍♀️ Excellent yoga and meditation resources
- 💡 Enlightening and eye-opening information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unstable app
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and search
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Lack of offline access and Chromecast support
- 🤷‍♀️ Inconsistent content availability

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Video playback issues
- Inconsistent syncing across devices
- Unreliable offline access

**Requested features**

- Improved search and filtering options
- Offline viewing and download capabilities
- Chromecast and smart TV integration
- Personalized playlists and recommendations
- More content in different languages


### SpaceController

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spacecontroller/id1568300743)

Control sound panning in immersive formats using your mobile device's motion sensors. This app and plugin combination offers an intuitive way to manipulate audio in home studios or mixing stages, making complex movements accessible.

**Highlights:** Immersive audio panning, Motion sensor control, DAW integration, Intuitive sound manipulation, Home studio and mixing stage use

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gaia free?

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

### Is SpaceController free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Gaia or SpaceController?

Gaia is rated higher. Gaia averages 4.8 out of 5 from 141K ratings, while SpaceController averages 3.3 from 3 ratings.

### Do Gaia or SpaceController have ads?

Gaia shows ads; SpaceController does not.

### Which is updated more often, Gaia or SpaceController?

Gaia ships an update weekly, and SpaceController every 8 days. Most recently, Gaia was updated on October 24, 2026 and SpaceController on October 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.*