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Blanket vs Brain.fm: catalog facts
Blanket	Brain.fm
Free Free and open source under the GPL.	Paid The apps are free to download but require a Brain.fm account to play music.
Linux	Windows, macOS, Android
Built-in set of nature, city and noise sounds Saveable presets and custom sounds	Menu bar controls on macOS with a session timer Separate modes for focus, relaxation, meditation and sleep
Linux only No timer or scheduling described	Requires a Brain.fm account Music comes from the service, not your own library
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Hosted service
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-3.0-or-later	License not stated
No account needed	Account needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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