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Centr vs Eight Sleep

Centr logo

Centr

Software

Chris Hemsworth's fitness and wellness app

From
On request
Rated
-
Eight Sleep logo

Eight Sleep

Software

The sleep fitness company

From
$19/month
Rated
-

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Centr requires purchase of physical equipment to utilise the coaching app effectively; Eight Sleep mandatory monthly subscription ($17-$33) required for core features
  • They diverge on capability: Centr covers Expert-led workouts, Eight Sleep covers Dynamic temperature control.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Centr and Eight Sleep actually diverge.

Attributes where Centr and Eight Sleep differ
AttributeCentrEight Sleep
Starting priceOn request$19/month
PlatformsMobile app (iOS/Android assumed)Hardware, iOS, Android
Founded20192014

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Centr

  • Expert-led workouts
  • Meal planning
  • Mindfulness content
  • Progress tracking
  • Self-care routines
  • Apple Watch
  • Web support

Only in Eight Sleep

  • Dynamic temperature control
  • Sleep tracking
  • HRV monitoring
  • Gentle wake alarm
  • Dual zone temperature
  • Google Fit
  • WHOOP
  • Oura

Both cover

  • Apple Health
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Centr

  • Home gym users with existing or planned equipment investmentsnot Eight Sleep
  • Athletes training for HYROX racing or longevity-focused conditioningnot Eight Sleep
  • Users seeking equipment-integrated personalised programmingnot Eight Sleep

Eight Sleep

  • Workout trackingnot Centr
  • Nutrition managementnot Centr
  • Health monitoringnot Centr
  • Fitness coachingnot Centr
  • Wellness improvementnot Centr

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Centr

  • Requires purchase of physical equipment to utilise the coaching app effectively
  • Equipment pricing ranges $29.99–$5,999, creating significant upfront capital requirement
  • Subscription cost for Centr Coach membership not transparently published on website

Eight Sleep

  • Mandatory monthly subscription ($17-$33) required for core features
  • Premium pricing starts at $2,999 for mattress cover alone
  • Pod Pro mattress rated as too firm for side sleepers with delicate pressure points
  • Edge support weakness with minimal perimeter reinforcement
  • Limited to Queen and Full sizes only

Pricing, plan by plan

Centr

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Centr review.

Eight Sleep

$19/month
  • Autopilot$19/month
    • Auto temperature
    • Sleep reports
    • Health insights

Which should you pick?

Choose Centr if

  • You need expert-led workouts.
  • You work on Mobile app (iOS/Android assumed).
  • You also want meal planning.

Choose Eight Sleep if

  • You need dynamic temperature control.
  • You work on Hardware, iOS, Android.
  • You also want sleep tracking.

Questions people ask

Is Centr or Eight Sleep better?
Neither clearly leads. Centr starts at On request and Eight Sleep at $19/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Centr or Eight Sleep?
Centr starts at On request and Eight Sleep at $19/month.
Does Centr or Eight Sleep run on more platforms?
Centr runs on Mobile app (iOS/Android assumed). Eight Sleep runs on Hardware, iOS, Android.
What is Centr best used for?
Centr is most often used for home gym users with existing or planned equipment investments, athletes training for hyrox racing or longevity-focused conditioning, users seeking equipment-integrated personalised programming. Of those, home gym users with existing or planned equipment investments and athletes training for hyrox racing or longevity-focused conditioning are not what Eight Sleep is typically brought in for.
What can Centr do that Eight Sleep cannot?
Centr covers Expert-led workouts, Meal planning, Mindfulness content, Progress tracking. Eight Sleep covers Dynamic temperature control, Sleep tracking, HRV monitoring, Gentle wake alarm. Both handle Apple Health, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Eight Sleep: What is the temperature control range of Eight Sleep?

Eight Sleep Pod offers independent temperature adjustment on each side of the bed, with a range of 55 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Each side can be controlled separately, allowing couples to have different preferences.

Source
Eight Sleep: Is a subscription required for Eight Sleep Pod?

Yes, Eight Sleep Pod requires a mandatory monthly subscription with three tiers ranging from $17 to $33 per month. The subscription includes access to sleep tracking, autopilot features, and other health analytics.

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Eight Sleep: What are the available sizes for Eight Sleep?

Eight Sleep Pod is available only in Full and Queen sizes. Half-size options are not available, which may limit options for smaller beds.

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Eight Sleep: What wearables does Eight Sleep integrate with?

Eight Sleep integrates with 40+ wearables through its Terra API partnership, including Apple Watch, Fitbit, Garmin, Oura, WHOOP, and syncs with Apple Health and Google Fit.

Source

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