Software · head to head
Noom vs Eight Sleep
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Noom coaches deliver automated, canned responses without personalization and most lack formal qualifications as registered dietitians; Eight Sleep mandatory monthly subscription ($17-$33) required for core features
- They diverge on capability: Noom covers Psychology-based curriculum, Eight Sleep covers Dynamic temperature control.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Noom and Eight Sleep actually diverge.
| Attribute | Noom | Eight Sleep |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $17/month | $19/month |
| Pricing model | Unknown | subscription |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Hardware, iOS, Android |
| Founded | 2008 | 2014 |
Identical on both: 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 Noom
- Psychology-based curriculum
- Personal coaching
- Food color system
- Progress tracking
- Community groups
- Fitbit
- Garmin
- Web support
Only in Eight Sleep
- Dynamic temperature control
- Sleep tracking
- HRV monitoring
- Gentle wake alarm
- Dual zone temperature
- WHOOP
- Oura
Both cover
- Apple Health
- Google Fit
- Ios support
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Noom
- Workout tracking
- Nutrition management
- Health monitoring
- Fitness coaching
- Wellness improvement
Eight Sleep
- Workout tracking
- Nutrition management
- Health monitoring
- Fitness coaching
- Wellness improvement
Both are used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching, wellness improvement, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Noom
- Coaches deliver automated, canned responses without personalization and most lack formal qualifications as registered dietitians
- App crashes and freezes frequently with issues saving data, and barcode feature for food tracking malfunctions
- Food database requires tedious manual data entry even for common items, discouraging consistent logging
- Difficult cancellation process requiring navigating multiple steps to opt out of auto-renewal
- FTC settlement in 2022 for $62 million over misleading auto-renewal and refund practices
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
Noom
$17/monthNo published plan breakdown. See the Noom review.
Eight Sleep
$19/month- Autopilot$19/month
- Auto temperature
- Sleep reports
- Health insights
Which should you pick?
Choose Noom if
- You need psychology-based curriculum.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want personal coaching.
Choose Eight Sleep if
- You need dynamic temperature control.
- You work on Hardware, iOS, Android.
- You also want sleep tracking.
Questions people ask
- Is Noom or Eight Sleep better?
- Neither clearly leads. Noom starts at $17/month and Eight Sleep at $19/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Noom or Eight Sleep?
- Noom starts at $17/month and Eight Sleep at $19/month.
- Does Noom or Eight Sleep run on more platforms?
- Noom runs on Web, iOS, Android. Eight Sleep runs on Hardware, iOS, Android.
- What is Noom best used for?
- Noom is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching.
- What can Noom do that Eight Sleep cannot?
- Noom covers Psychology-based curriculum, Personal coaching, Food color system, Progress tracking. Eight Sleep covers Dynamic temperature control, Sleep tracking, HRV monitoring, Gentle wake alarm. Both handle Apple Health, Google Fit, Ios support, Android support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Noom: What are Noom's pricing plans?
Noom Weight app costs approximately $70 per month on a monthly plan, $42 per month on a 4-month plan, or $209 upfront for an annual plan (roughly $17 per month). A 14-day free trial is offered but auto-converts to paid subscription if not canceled.
SourceEight 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.
SourceNoom: What does Noom's coaching include?
Noom provides access to human coaches for weekly check-ins, daily psychology-based lessons, interactive challenges, and food and weight tracking. Coaching is included in all paid tiers.
SourceEight 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.
SourceNoom: How does Noom's food color system work?
Noom categorizes foods using a color system based on caloric density: green (low calorie density), yellow (moderate), and red (high calorie density). This encourages behavioral changes in eating habits rather than strict dieting.
SourceEight 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.
SourceNoom: What other programs does Noom offer?
Beyond Noom Weight, Noom offers five additional programs including Noom Med, a telehealth service with pricing ranging from $17/month for coaching to $279/month for GLP-1 medication plans with licensed clinicians.
SourceEight 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.
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