Brain.fm vs ReliefMix

Brain.fm provides music for focus, sleep, relaxation, and meditation, with modes such as Deep Work, Creativity, Learning, Light Work, and Motivation. The company says its patented neural entrainment technology is designed to guide listeners toward a desired mental state, and that it reduces attention-grabbing elements so the music can remain in the background. Infinite, Timer, and Interval options track work and break periods. Brain.fm describes its music as designed for ADHD and offers a High Neural Effect mode. The maker says it evaluates music using attention tasks and placebo controls, as well as EEG and fMRI studies. The service works on the web, iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS. Desktop downloads list macOS 12+ and Windows 10+, and an internet connection is required. Monthly access costs $14.99 a month; yearly access costs $99.99 a year. Both plans include Focus, Sleep, Relaxation, and Meditation modes across web, mobile, and desktop. A 14-day trial and student plan are available; there is no free plan.

ReliefMix is an Android and iOS audio app for making mixes aimed at sleep, relaxation, focus, meditation, and routines. Each mix can combine up to 10 sounds, including music, brainwaves, and affirmations, with separate volume controls. Its library lists more than 350 songs, 7,000 affirmations, and 250 sounds. Users can browse over 60 affirmation categories, generate text with the built-in AI, record their own voice, or import audio. Brainwave choices include binaural, isochronic, and monaural beats, custom frequencies, and Solfeggio frequencies from 174–963Hz. Playback supports a sleep timer, delayed start, background play, and offline use. The app lists 18 free voice effects and six subliminal effects. ReliefMix TV is available for Android TV and Google TV. A free plan is offered; the listed monthly plan costs $4.99 a month, while other lifetime options have no listed price. The maker states it is for general well-being, not medical treatment.