# Mooncast — Forecast for the moon

> Accurate lunar phase tracker with detailed visuals and historical data. (iPhone/iPad app by Mathieu Routhier.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mooncast/id473165402 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mathieu Routhier](https://appshunter.io/developer/369283978)
- Category: Weather, Lifestyle
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 3,615 App Store ratings · 304 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 67 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Russian, European Spanish
- Released: 2011-10-28
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mooncast/id473165402/reviews.md

## What is Mooncast?

Mooncast is a beautifully crafted app showcasing the current phase of the moon with precision and clarity.  This app is designed for both casual curiosity and serious sky-watchers.

Explore the lunar cycle in rich visual detail, swipe through days to see past and future phases, and instantly find the next full moon or new moon. Mooncast gives you accurate lunar data for any date between 2011 and 2035, including the exact moment the moon becomes perfectly full.

Features:
- Stunning, high-fidelity moon phase visuals
- Interactive timeline — swipe to explore any day
- Accurate predictions for full moons, new moons, and all lunar phases
- Built-in almanac for long-term browsing and planning
- Precise timestamps for peak full moon and new moon
- Smart reminders for full moon and new moon events
- Customizable look - pick your favorite sky and clouds
- Several types of widgets and accessories are available

Extensive coverage:
- available on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and Apple TV

International support:
- Fully localized in English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Russian
- Works seamlessly with all locales and calendar systems

Mooncast is simple to use, scientifically accurate, and visually refined — the lunar calendar you’ll actually enjoy checking every day.

## Key features

- High-fidelity moon phase visuals
- Interactive lunar timeline
- Accurate full and new moon predictions
- Long-term lunar almanac
- Precise peak moon timestamps
- Smart lunar event reminders
- Customizable visual themes

## Chart rankings

- #97 in Top Paid · Weather (US App Store)

## What do users think of Mooncast?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Simple, informative, clear and beautiful
- 👍 Beautiful and centering app
- 👍 Charming way to be aware of the moon phases
- 👍 Accurate and easy to use
- 👍 Useful with a new moon and full moon reminder
- 👍 Fantastic, well done
- 👍 Great app to interest children in the sky
- 👍 Uncomplicated and functional
- 👍 Elegant and simple
- 👍 Does exactly what it says on the tin

**Cons**

- ❌ Pointless except for the pretty picture
- ❌ Complication on Watch doesn't show moon phase
- ❌ Needs localization for southern hemisphere
- ❌ Disappointing, not worth the money

**Commonly reported bugs**

- 🐛 Alarms don't always work
- 🐛 Incompatible with older devices

**Most requested features**

- 💡 Show what zodiac sign the moon is in
- 💡 Add moon rise and set times
- 💡 Allow setting custom reminder times
- 💡 Add a monthly calendar view

## Recent user reviews (10 of 304)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mooncast/id473165402/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Moon

*2026-08-05, version 7.0.1*

This app lets me know the phases the moon is in. It is so helpful to know when the moon is full.

### 5/5 — One of my favorite science apps!

*2026-07-27, version 7.0.1*

I love nerding out with this app!

### 5/5 — Excellent app

*2026-04-26, version 7.0.1*

Very easy to use. Does what is expected of it, swiftly and accurately… who could ask for more! An absolute joy to use.

### 5/5 — Love Mooncast

*2026-04-03, version 7.0.1*

I’ve been using Mooncast for years now love to enjoy the moon walk in it my wife jokes at the waxing and waning gibbus  Reports. I give her Great app.

### 5/5 — Moon Life

*2026-03-31, version 7.0.1*

I’m a Moonchild! Of course I love it!  Born Cancer, June 22-July 21.  Full moon tomorrow! I love that Mooncast gives us the exact time of total fullness. Don’t even get me started on eclipses!

### 5/5 — Une belle application 👌

*2026-03-26*

Un peu légère pour les astrophysiciens en herbes certes, mais une interface simple et claires, des paramètres graphiques biens dosés, un widget de qualité, et cerise sur le sunday " c'est totalement gratuit", comme dirait J.Coni !
Bref une appli bien conçue, efficace à recommander à tous les loup-garous !! 👍

### 3/5 — Lua

*2026-03-17*

Muito bom!

### 5/5 — Thank you

*2026-03-03, version 7.0.1*

I really like the simplicity of this app, but wondering if it would be possible to add events such as eclipse, blood moon etc.?

### 5/5 — После стольких лет…

*2026-02-17*

Обновление!!

### 5/5 — All Moon; All the time!

*2026-02-16, version 7.0.0*

Wonderful resource and very pretty.

## Frequently asked questions about Mooncast

### What does Mooncast do?

Mooncast is an application that provides precise and visually detailed information about the current phase of the moon. It allows users to explore the lunar cycle, track upcoming full and new moons, and access accurate lunar data for any date between 2011 and 2035.

### What are the key features of Mooncast?

Key features include stunning high-fidelity moon phase visuals, an interactive timeline to explore past and future phases, accurate predictions for full and new moons, a built-in almanac for long-term planning, precise timestamps for peak lunar events, and smart reminders. Users can also customize the app's look.

### Is Mooncast free to use?

Based on the provided information, Mooncast is a free application. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, indicating a completely free user experience.

### What devices is Mooncast compatible with?

Mooncast is available on a wide range of Apple devices, including iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. It also supports multiple languages and calendar systems for international users.

### Who would find Mooncast useful?

This app is designed for both casual users curious about the moon and serious sky-watchers. It's useful for anyone who wants to easily check the current moon phase, plan for celestial events like full moons, or simply appreciate the beauty of the lunar cycle.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.0.1 — 2026-02-17

- Improved the moon icons.

- Minor bugfixes.

### 7.0.0 — 2026-02-16

This is a major update!
- A new modern look.
- The appearance is now more customizable.
- New widgets and accessories have been added.

### 6.1.1 — 2023-04-09

Added a version without text for the inline widget accessory.

### 6.0.6 — 2022-10-31

Improved text readability when large text sizes are used.

### 6.0.5 — 2022-09-26

Minor issues with the widgets were resolved.

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All apps by Mathieu Routhier: https://appshunter.io/developer/369283978

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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 2026-08-31.*