Ananda
Free with In-App Purchases
Ananda offers soundtracks specifically designed to stimulate brainwaves that help in relaxation, focus, and deep sleep, combined with guided breathing exercises.

Our take
Relax and focus with sound.
So, Ananda, huh? I’ve been messing around with it for a bit, and it’s got some things going for it, but let’s cut to the chase right away. It’s sleek and easy on the eyes, honestly, which is a win in my book. Nothing worse than a product that looks like it’s from the '90s, right? But more than just looking good, it’s pretty intuitive to get started with. I didn’t find myself scratching my head too much, which is a nice change of pace these days.
On the flip side, there are a couple of quirks that might give you pause. For one, the setup process could be a bit smoother. It’s not rocket science, but there are steps that feel a bit more clunky than they should. If you’re the type who gets easily frustrated when tech doesn’t play nice from the get-go, you might need a bit of patience here. Once you’re past that hurdle, though, everything seems to run pretty smoothly.
Now, let’s talk about performance. When it works, it works well. I didn’t notice any major hiccups or sluggishness once things got going. It does what it says on the tin, which is refreshing. That said, there are a few features that feel like they’re still in beta, if you know what I mean. They’re there, they just don’t feel fully fleshed out yet. I wouldn’t count on them for anything mission-critical, but they’re fun to tinker with.
One thing I really appreciated was how responsive the customer support was. If you’re like me and can’t stand waiting forever for a reply, you’ll be happy here. They seem genuinely interested in helping out, which is a nice touch. It’s a bit of a safety net knowing that if something does go haywire, you’re not left hanging. That said, it makes me wonder why the product needs such attentive support in the first place. But hey, at least they’ve got it covered.
Overall, Ananda’s got potential. It’s not perfect, but it’s got the bones of something that could be really solid with a few tweaks. If you’re willing to overlook a couple of rough edges, it might be worth your while. It’s one of those things where you get out what you put in, so if you’re up for a bit of a ride, it could be a nice addition to your toolkit. Just don’t expect it to be a miracle worker straight out of the box.
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