# Burnie: UV Index & SPF Timer — Sunscreen & sunburn reminder

> Personalized UV protection advice and sunscreen reapplication timer. (iPhone/iPad app by Menno Spijker.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burnie-uv-index-and-spf-timer/id6770673915 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Menno Spijker](https://appshunter.io/developer/1771324928)
- Category: Weather, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 47 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Hindi, Indonesian, Italian and 12 more
- Released: 2026-05-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-17
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burnie-uv-index-and-spf-timer/id6770673915/reviews.md

## What is Burnie?

Meet Burnie: Your personal sun safety companion for smart UV protection.

Did you know that getting sunburnt just once every two years can triple your risk of melanoma skin cancer? Protecting your skin shouldn't be guesswork. Burnie takes the math out of sun safety by calculating exactly when your sunscreen wears off, based entirely on your unique skin tone and real-time local UV levels.

With Burnie in your pocket, you can safely enjoy the outdoors without the worry of sunburns or long-term skin damage. 

HOW IT WORKS

1. Set Your Profile: Input your birthday and your precise skin tone using the scientific Monk Skin Tone Scale.
2. Real-Time UV Tracking: Burnie automatically tracks the live UV index exactly where you are.
3. Start Your Countdown: As soon as you apply your sunscreen, tap "I applied sunscreen" to log your SPF and start your personal protection countdown.
4. Smart Reminders: Burnie watches changing UV levels throughout the day and sends a gentle nudge exactly when it is time to reapply.

KEY FEATURES

- Personalized SPF Guidance: Tailored recommendations matching your exact skin profile and skin tone.
- Protection Countdown: A dynamic live timer showing you exactly when it is time to reapply.
- Dashboard: A clean overview featuring your live UV reading, weather forecast, and active countdown.
- Hourly UV Forecasts: Plan your day, walks, or beach trips using the hourly UV chart.
- Beautiful, Clean Design: A minimalist interface built for effortless daily use.

Don’t leave your skin health to chance. Download Burnie today, start your countdown, and make sure you stay safe in the sun!

## Key features

- Personalized SPF guidance
- Protection countdown timer
- Real-time UV tracking
- Hourly UV forecasts
- Smart reapplication reminders
- Monk Skin Tone Scale integration

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sunscreen for Burnie | $0.99 | one-time |
| Sun Hat for Burnie | $2.99 | one-time |
| Beach Chair for Burnie | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burnie-uv-index-and-spf-timer/id6770673915/reviews.md

### 5/5 — The app we never knew we needed

*2026-08-15*

Not even a huge sunbird but I decided to give this app a try. It’s so wonderfully designed, the dev cares and constantly pushing out updates. I find it especially useful to track sunscreen for my little boy, which is now available as sub profiles has been released. Absolutely invaluable in the summer months.

### 5/5 — Best ever

*2026-07-23*

This is exactly the app I need in my life. Fantastic job thank you

**Developer response:** 🦞🧡

### 5/5 — My kid loves it

*2026-07-12*

Makes getting sunscreen on my kid so much more fun! They love starting the timer and seeing Bernie’s nudge. They ask to check and see how much time is left, and can’t wait to re-apply and start the timer again.

**Developer response:** Amazing to hear! I think you kids will love the next update. It will allow you to make profiles for them so they all can get their own advice! Stay safe 🦞🧡

### 5/5 — Updated review

*2026-06-17*

After reaching out and explaining the issues with location and Fahrenheit / Celsius, the creator of the app was great about fixing it. I’m now using the widget and can keep an eye on the UV, the sunscreen reminder is also very helpful.

### 5/5 — Clean and Useful

*2026-06-13*

I love this app, clean design amd so easy to use!

### 4/5 — So nice

*2026-06-12*

I love this app!! It’s feee unlike all the other tanning apps and is so great.

## Frequently asked questions about Burnie

### What is Burnie's age rating?

Burnie is rated 12+ by app stores, indicating it is suitable for users aged 12 and older.

### How accurate is Burnie's UV protection advice?

Burnie calculates protection based on your specific skin tone using the Monk Skin Tone Scale and real-time local UV levels, aiming for personalized accuracy.

### Does Burnie have ads?

Yes, Burnie contains advertisements to support its development and free availability.

### What devices does Burnie support?

Burnie is currently supported on iPhone devices.

### How often is Burnie updated?

The latest version of Burnie is 1.3.0, and it was last updated on June 22, 2026, suggesting regular updates.

### What information does Burnie need to provide personalized advice?

To provide personalized advice, Burnie requires your birthday and your precise skin tone using the Monk Skin Tone Scale.

### Can Burnie help me plan outdoor activities?

Yes, Burnie provides hourly UV forecasts, allowing you to plan your day, walks, or beach trips with sun safety in mind.

### What do users like about Burnie?

While specific user sentiment is not detailed, the app boasts a high rating of 4.8 stars from 4 ratings, suggesting positive user reception for its features and design.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7.1 — 2026-08-04

Hey, it's Burnie! A smaller update, but a good one.

The biggest change: in the EU, I've teamed up with Naïf. Look for the banner on your quick-apply card and shop their sunscreen in one tap.

Go enjoy the sun. I'll keep an eye on the time.
Burnie

### 1.6.0 — 2026-07-23

Hey, it's Burnie! Big news: I'm now on your wrist.

The biggest change: Burnie is on Apple Watch. See your reapply countdown at a glance, tell me you've applied sunscreen straight from your watch, and add me to your watch face so I'm always one look away.

What else is new:

- I now also tell you how long your skin can handle the sun without any sunscreen.
- The countdown on your lock screen looks better and shows more clearly when it's time to reapply.
- Important reminders can now reach you even when your phone is on silent or in a focus.
- The new Insights tab shows how well you're caring for your skin, with your full history in one place.
- Little tips around the app point out handy things you might have missed.
- Plus the usual small fixes and polish.

Go enjoy the sun. I'll keep an eye on the time.
Burnie

### 1.5.1 — 2026-07-18

Added missing attributes to the app.

### 1.5.0 — 2026-07-15

Hey, it's Burnie! This one is for the whole family.

The biggest change: I can now track sun care for everyone in the house. Add a profile for each person and I'll keep a separate skin type, sunscreen, and reapply countdown for all of them.

What else is new:

- A new tooltip explains your vitamin D range right where you need it.
- Tapping a notification now takes you straight to the right screen, instead of just opening the app.
- The products tab got smarter, with picks curated just for you.
- I now speak a lot more languages, so more of you can chat with me in your own.
- Plus the usual small fixes and polish.

Go enjoy the sun. I'll keep an eye on the time.
Burnie

### 1.4.1 — 2026-07-09

Fix for an issue where some users experienced crashes.

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All apps by Menno Spijker: https://appshunter.io/developer/1771324928

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-17.*