Best LightTide alternatives: apps like LightTide: Golden Hour Map

Whether you want more options like LightTide or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to LightTide

SunScout - Photo Light Planner by 国刚赵

Golden Hour & Night Sky Plans

Editor's Choice

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FreeIn-App Purchases

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LM: Photo Finder by Raymond Barron

Scout, Forecast, Shoot

Strong Contender

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

OwlPlot: Astro Photo Planner by BOBBY JOSE

Golden hour, Milky Way, Aurora

Worth Considering

Golden Hour Sunset Compass

5.0(2 ratings)

Free

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This app provides a real-time photography score based on weather conditions, offering smart tips for optimal shooting times. It accurately predicts sunrise, sunset, golden hour, and moon phases, along with detailed weather data. Save favorite locations and utilize its dark interface designed for low-light use.

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Golden Hour Sun Tracker Guide

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Sunset Map: Best Sunset Spots

Find the best photo spots

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ChaseLight: Sun & Milky Way

Sunrise, Sunset & Sky Forecast

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PlanIt Earth: VR Photo Planner

Milky Way Sunset Ephemeris Pro

Photorealistic VR viewfinderSun, Moon, and Milky Way ephemerisOffline map and elevation data

Visualize your shots before you travel with a photorealistic VR viewfinder. See the real terrain, sun, moon, and stars overlaid with your camera's framing. Plan complex sequences and scout locations offline.

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Photo stacking made simple

SharpStacker

Automatic star alignment and stackingNoise reduction through stackingMachine-learning generated mask

This app simplifies astrophotography by stacking multiple night sky exposures into a single detailed image. It automatically aligns and combines your shots to reduce noise and enhance faint celestial objects, offering an intuitive workflow without complex desktop software.

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free

Captain - Video Caption Editor

Subtitles & Closed Captioning

Automated subtitle generationAdvanced speech recognitionCustomizable caption styles

Effortlessly generate and customize subtitles for your social media videos. This tool uses advanced speech recognition to accurately transcribe audio, making your content more accessible and engaging. Fine-tune the style, position, and color of captions to match your brand.

free with in-app purchases

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Star Photo - Milky Way Camera

Long Exposure Cam

Milky Way Capture modeAuto Astro EnhancementLong Exposure Camera

Capture stunning astrophotography of the Milky Way and stars with advanced long-exposure techniques. This app offers intelligent image enhancement, real-time alignment guides, and a built-in editor for detailed night sky photos.

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