The sound of somewhere better

Curated ambient soundscapes for sleep, focus, and relaxation — backed by neuroscience. Rain sounds, brown noise, lo-fi, coffee shop ambience, and more.

Not just vibes. Science.

Every recommendation backed by peer-reviewed research from leading neuroscience and psychology journals.

73%

of people sleep better with ambient sounds

National Sleep Foundation, 2023

41%

productivity boost with optimal background noise

Journal of Consumer Research

70 dB

is the optimal volume for creative thinking

Mehta, Zhu & Cheema, 2012

Why Softly works

We built what we needed. A better way to find the right sound for any moment.

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Neuroscience-Backed

Every sound recommendation is backed by peer-reviewed research. We cite our sources.

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Sleep Better

Fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer. Our sleep sounds mask disturbances naturally.

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Focus Deeper

Find your flow state with sounds optimized for concentration. No lyrics, no distractions.

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Works Anywhere

In a noisy apartment, open office, dorm room, or just at home. Sound is your portable sanctuary.

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Any Duration

From 5-minute meditation to 10-hour overnight. The right length for every need.

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Free to Try

Start listening immediately. No account, no credit card, no friction.

People love Softly

I couldn't sleep without brown noise anymore. Softly turned my insomnia into the best sleep of my life.

Sarah K.

New York

As a remote developer, coffee shop sounds are my superpower. It's like being at a café without leaving home.

Marcus T.

Berlin

I discovered rain sounds during exam season and my grades literally went up a full letter grade.

Yuki M.

Tokyo

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