# Bedtime Fan White Noise Aid

> Cooling Fan Noise Sleep Sounds. Sleep Aid & dryer sounds to calm your mind

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ellisapps.bedtimefan](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ellisapps.bedtimefan)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.ellisapps.bedtimefan`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Slumber Studios
- **Category:** LIFESTYLE
- **Downloads:** 2,548,336
- **Rating:** 4.62 / 5 (35,497 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.16.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-25
- **First published:** 2015-07-30
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 61 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ellisapps.bedtimefan)
- **Website:** [https://slumberstudios.com/bedtime-fan/](https://slumberstudios.com/bedtime-fan/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://bedtimefan.com/privacy.html](https://bedtimefan.com/privacy.html)

## Description

**Bedtime Fan White Noise Aid** offers high-quality fan and white noise sounds designed to help you fall asleep in 20 minutes or less. The extension features soothing box fan noises, nature sounds, rain, and fire soundscapes, ideal for both adults and babies. Users can create custom mixes from 3 fan sounds, 4 sleep music compositions, and 9 different soothing sound options.

With a built-in sleep timer that fades out softly, the app runs efficiently in the background to block distractions and enhance relaxation. Great for sleeping, meditation, studying, or calming your mind, this white noise aid provides a natural sleep solution anywhere you go. Note that the app simulates fan sounds and does not provide real cooling effects.

## Rankings

- #38,654 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.ellisapps.bedtimefan.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`

## Review summary

Reviews largely praise the app for its convincing fan-like noise and usefulness as a sleep aid, with many households using it for years and some noting it travels well. However, monetization pressure (ads and paid upgrades) and reliability quirks (random shutdowns/volume drops) are common downsides. Some users report repetitive or less soothing sounds. Overall, it’s a strong sleep aid when free features suffice, but the paid model and occasional quality issues limit its appeal for others.

### Pros

- Realistic, fan-like white noise that mimics a room fan and aids sleep.
- Longstanding, trusted sleep aid used by households for years.
- Easy to use with straightforward controls.
- Helpful for travel and sleeping away from home.

### Cons

- Ad-supported/free version with ads and paid upgrades; frequent monetization prompts.
- Reliability issues: app sometimes turns off or lowers volume during the night.
- Sound quality can be inconsistent or not soothing for some users.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ellisapps.bedtimefan)