# Raindrops vs Lycka

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lycka at none against Raindrops's 1. Lycka also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). Raindrops's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 38 months). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Raindrops sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Lycka asks for nothing beyond the download.

Raindrops ships an update every 4 days, Lycka every 38 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Raindrops | Lycka |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (247 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raindrops-rain-sounds-bgm/id985908016/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **247** | — |
| Positive reviews | 82.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 38 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 89 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Codepaint Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/820239814) | [fusagoro tanaka](https://appshunter.io/developer/1448968443) |

## What reviewers say

### Raindrops

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raindrops-rain-sounds-bgm/id985908016)

Immerse yourself in the calming sound and visuals of rain with this minimalistic player. Control the rain's intensity, enjoy a sleep timer, and focus on tasks or relaxation. An optional paid version offers an ad-free experience and extended timer functionality.

**Highlights:** Soothing rain soundscapes, Calming visual effects, Adjustable rain intensity, Built-in sleep timer, Background playback, Ad-free paid version

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Paid version | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😌 Calming and relaxing sounds
- 😴 Helps with sleep
- 🎧 High sound quality
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- ⏱️ Timer function available

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Sudden loud ads
- 🔊 Low volume of rain sounds
- 🔄 Repetitive sounds
- 👎 Ads interrupt focus
- 📢 Ads are disruptive

**Reported bugs**

- Rain sounds repeat every 20 seconds with a banging sound
- Ads suddenly appear during use
- Rain sound volume is too low
- Sudden loud ads
- App has been acting up

**Requested features**

- Add thunder sounds
- Add frog sounds
- Add sounds of rain hitting an umbrella
- Add option for heavier rain
- Add background audio playback support


### Lycka

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lycka/id1003736774)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Raindrops free?

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

### Is Lycka free?

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

### Do Raindrops or Lycka have ads?

Raindrops shows ads; Lycka does not.

### Which is updated more often, Raindrops or Lycka?

Raindrops ships an update every 4 days, and Lycka every 38 months. Most recently, Raindrops was updated on November 1, 2026 and Lycka on November 1, 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.*