Best Wind-Down Apps for Bedtime (2026)
Afterhush is made by Whole Sale Monkeys Inc. We've included it, so weigh our view accordingly.
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| App | Best for | Guided plan? | Sounds | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afterhush | A short nightly check-in that becomes one plan for tonight | Yes: a Tonight Plan you review before saving, with the signals that shaped it explained | Sound Room: mix from eleven ambient layers, with a timer and a saved mix | Android (Google Play) |
| Calm | Sleep, meditation and relaxation in one app | Guided meditation and mindfulness programs, plus Sleep Stories; no nightly plan is described in the listing | Sleep sounds and deep sleep music | iPhone and Android |
| Headspace | Meditation and mental-health support, with sleep tools included | Guided meditations and sleep tools; the listing also mentions personalized recommendations | Sleep sounds, sleepcasts and sleep music | iPhone and Android |
| Pzizz | Falling asleep, napping and focus with narrated "dreamscapes" | You pick a wake-up time and a narration style; no daily check-in is described | Music, voice-overs and sound effects mixed into dreamscapes | iPhone and Android |
| myNoise | Soundscapes you tune yourself, for sleep, focus or masking noise | No guided plan: you build the sound with sliders | 300+ customizable soundscapes | iPhone and Android |
Details come from the store listings linked in Sources.
Pick Afterhush if
- You want a short nightly check-in that becomes one plan for tonight.
- You want to review the Tonight Plan before saving and see which signals shaped a recommendation.
- You want to mix eleven ambient layers, set a timer, and save a mix in Sound Room.
- You use Android and want to get Afterhush on Google Play.
Pick something else if
- Choose Calm for the widest library of stories and meditations.
- Choose Headspace if you want meditation and mental-health support beyond sleep.
- Choose Pzizz if you want a narrated, wake-time-based session.
- Choose myNoise if you want to shape the sound yourself.
- Afterhush is not a clinician or a therapy tool.
An honest note
Afterhush is not therapy or medical advice and does not replace a clinician. Read our safety boundary, including where to get urgent help.
Frequently asked questions
What is a wind-down app?
A wind-down app brings together activities for a bedtime routine, such as sounds, guided exercises, or reflection. The format varies by app; choose the kind of interaction you want at the end of the day.
How does Afterhush differ?
Afterhush turns a short nightly check-in into a Tonight Plan you review before saving and explains which signals shaped a recommendation. Its Sound Room lets you mix eleven ambient layers, adjust the blend, set a timer, and save a mix.
Does Afterhush replace a clinician?
No. Afterhush is general wellness support, not therapy or medical advice. It does not diagnose or treat any condition and does not provide clinical care or emergency monitoring.
Where can I get Afterhush?
Afterhush is on Google Play for Android. Download free
Sources
Store listings verified October 23, 2026.
- Calm: App Store listing · Google Play listing
- Headspace: App Store listing · Google Play listing
- Pzizz: App Store listing · Google Play listing
- myNoise: App Store listing · Google Play listing
- Afterhush: Google Play listing