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Rise alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll sleep tracking apps

Top picks

Common reasons people leave Rise: subscription required after the free trial, and doesn't show sleep stages by design. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Rise, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Sleep Cycle currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Sleep Cycle logoSleep CycleFree plan + paid—NoiOS, Android4 of 468.8
2SleepScore logoSleepScoreFree plan + paid—NoiOS, Android4 of 464.8
3SnoreLab logoSnoreLabFree plan + paid—NoiOS, Android4 of 461.8
4AutoSleep logoAutoSleepPaid$9.99 one-time purchaseNoiOS6 of 659.4
5Oura logoOuraPaid$5.99 a month or $69.99 a year (US, before tax)NoiOS, Android6 of 650.0
6WHOOP logoWHOOPPaid—NoiOS, Android3 of 346.8
  1. Sleep Cycle logo

    1. Sleep CycleTop pick

    Best for: People who want sleep stats and a gentler alarm using only their phone, without buying a wearable.

    Free plan + paidiOS, Android

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Rise

    Classic phone sleep tracker with a smart alarm and sleep stages, plus a free tier.

    Pros

    • Works with just a phone on the nightstand; no wearable required
    • Smart alarm wakes you in a light sleep phase within a set window
    • Records snoring and sleep talking and tracks them over time
    • Long track record and large user base

    Cons

    • Most history, trends and audio content need a Premium subscription
    • Microphone tracking works best when you sleep alone
    • No desktop or web app for reviewing data
    Visit Sleep Cycle Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Sleep Cycle a good Rise alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free trial
    30 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026sleepcycle.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Smart alarm window
    30 minutes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026sleepcycle.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Wearable required
    No
    Checked Nov 8, 2026sleepcycle.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Snore recording
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026sleepcycle.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. SleepScore logo

    2. SleepScore

    Best for: People who want sleep stage tracking without wearing a watch or ring to bed

    Free plan + paidiOS, Android

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Rise

    Gives the detailed stage breakdown Rise leaves out, using sonar from your phone.

    Pros

    • Tracks sleep with just the phone on the nightstand
    • Shows light, deep and REM sleep plus a nightly score
    • Smart alarm and personalised sleep advice

    Cons

    • Phone must stay on the bedside table and pointed at you each night
    • Product recommendations are mixed in with the advice
    • Deeper insights need the premium subscription
    Visit SleepScore Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is SleepScore a good Rise alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Wearable needed
    No
    Checked Nov 8, 2026sleepscore.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Tracking method
    Sonar via phone speaker and mic
    Checked Nov 8, 2026sleepscore.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Sleep stages
    Light, deep and REM
    Checked Nov 8, 2026sleepscore.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Smart alarm
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026sleepscore.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. SnoreLab logo

    3. SnoreLab

    Best for: Snorers who want to measure their snoring and see which remedies make a difference

    Free plan + paidiOS, Android

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Rise

    If disrupted sleep comes from snoring, it records and scores snoring so you can test remedies.

    Pros

    • Snore Score makes nights easy to compare
    • Audio clips let you hear exactly what happened
    • Remedy and factor tags show what reduces snoring

    Cons

    • Free version can't record two nights in a row after five sessions
    • Data export and breathing metrics need Premium
    • Not a diagnosis of sleep apnoea
    Visit SnoreLab Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is SnoreLab a good Rise alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free version
    Yes, with limits
    Checked Nov 8, 2026snorelab.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free limit
    Not 2 nights in a row after 5 sessions
    Checked Nov 8, 2026snorelab.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    iOS and Android
    Checked Nov 8, 2026snorelab.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Wearable needed
    No
    Checked Nov 8, 2026snorelab.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. AutoSleep logo

    4. AutoSleep

    Best for: Apple Watch owners who want detailed, private sleep tracking without paying a subscription

    PaidiOS

    59.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from Rise

    One-time purchase Apple Watch sleep tracker that scores each night, without Rise's yearly subscription.

    Pros

    • One-off purchase, no subscription
    • Tracks automatically with no buttons to press
    • Data stays on the device, with no ads or analytics
    • Very detailed readiness, sleep bank and stage data

    Cons

    • iPhone and Apple Watch only
    • Busy interface with a learning curve
    • Older watches (Series 3 and earlier) lost the watch app
    Visit AutoSleep Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is AutoSleep a good Rise alternative?

    Verified facts

    6 of 6 verified
    Subscription
    None, pay once
    Checked Nov 8, 2026autosleepapp.tantsissa.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Data storage
    On device only
    Checked Nov 8, 2026autosleepapp.tantsissa.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Tracking
    Automatic, no buttons
    Checked Nov 8, 2026autosleepapp.tantsissa.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Minimum iOS
    iOS 17 or later
    Checked Nov 8, 2026autosleepapp.tantsissa.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Developer
    Tantsissa Holdings (Sydney)
    Checked Nov 5, 2026autosleepapp.tantsissa.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $9.99 one-time purchase
    Checked Nov 8, 2026autosleepapp.tantsissa.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Oura logo

    5. Oura

    Best for: People who want detailed sleep and recovery tracking without wearing a watch

    PaidiOS, Android

    50.0

    score / 100

    Why switch from Rise

    A sleep-tracking ring with readiness scores and temperature trends, measuring sleep instead of estimating it from the phone.

    Pros

    • Comfortable for sleep tracking compared with a wrist device
    • Tracks more than 50 health metrics with daily scores
    • Data export to CSV even without a membership

    Cons

    • Most insights need an ongoing membership on top of the ring price
    • No screen and no built-in GPS for workouts
    • Ring sizing has to be right before you buy
    Visit Oura Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.338
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Oura a good Rise alternative?

    Verified facts

    6 of 6 verified
    Membership price
    $5.99 USD per month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ouraring.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    First month free for new members
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ouraring.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Health metrics
    50+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ouraring.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Data export
    CSV, even without a membership
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ouraring.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    iOS and Android
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ouraring.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $5.99 a month or $69.99 a year (US, before tax)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ouraring.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. WHOOP logo

    6. WHOOP

    Best for: Athletes and regular trainers who want daily recovery and strain scores to plan workouts

    PaidiOS, Android

    46.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Rise

    A screenless strap that tracks sleep need, strain and recovery, for people who want sleep advice tied to training.

    Pros

    • Hardware is included with the membership
    • Clear daily recovery and strain scores for planning training
    • Screenless band is comfortable to wear while sleeping

    Cons

    • Ongoing subscription, with no way to use it without paying
    • No screen, so even the time needs your phone
    • No built-in GPS for runs and rides
    Visit WHOOP Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.334
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is WHOOP a good Rise alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Free trial
    1 month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026developer.whoop.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Metrics
    Sleep, recovery and strain
    Checked Nov 8, 2026developer.whoop.com(opens source in a new tab)
    API
    OAuth 2.0 and webhooks
    Checked Nov 8, 2026developer.whoop.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Rise alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Sleep Cycle logo

Best Rise alternative for most people

Sleep Cycle

Classic phone sleep tracker with a smart alarm and sleep stages, plus a free tier.

SleepScore logo

Best Rise alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

SleepScore

Gives the detailed stage breakdown Rise leaves out, using sonar from your phone.

SnoreLab logo

Best Rise alternative for iPhone and Android

SnoreLab

If disrupted sleep comes from snoring, it records and scores snoring so you can test remedies.

Rise alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Rise?

Sleep Cycle ranks first right now. Classic phone sleep tracker with a smart alarm and sleep stages, plus a free tier. SleepScore and SnoreLab follow it in our ranking.

Rise vs Sleep Cycle: what's the difference?

Rise is a paid product; Sleep Cycle is free with paid plans. Both run on iOS and Android.

Is Rise free?

Rise is a paid product. Free trial: 7 days on the yearly plan; Starting price: $69.99 a year (Sleep and Energy Premium). Checked on Rise's own site, November 2026.

How much do Rise alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked Rise alternatives: AutoSleep, $9.99 one-time purchase; Oura, $5.99 a month or $69.99 a year (US, before tax). Each price was checked on the app's own site; see each card below for the date and source.

Is there a free alternative to Rise?

Yes. Sleep Cycle (free plan + paid), SleepScore (free plan + paid) and SnoreLab (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Rise?

None of the 6 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Rise?

The complaints we hear most: subscription required after the free trial; doesn't show sleep stages by design; no snoring or sound recording.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Rise, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.