# PrimeHour — Photography trip planner

> AI-powered photography trip planner for optimal light and shot scheduling. (iPhone/iPad app by Lucas Melendez.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/primehour/id6772597417 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lucas Melendez](https://appshunter.io/developer/6772597419)
- Category: Photo & Video, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 47 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2026-06-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-01
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/primehour/id6772597417/reviews.md

## What is PrimeHour?

PrimeHour is the trip planner built for photographers.

Add your destinations and dates, and PrimeHour turns every trip into a shot-by-shot plan — scoring each location by sun, moon, and weather, then scheduling your shoots around the best light.

PLAN THE WHOLE TRIP
• Multi-stop itineraries on a map — every destination, every day
• A shot list for each location, with the timing and gear it needs
• AI-generated photography spots near every stop, scored for the light

SCORE THE LIGHT
Every shot gets a 0–100 light score combining sun angle, cloud cover, and the forecast — plus a plain-language reason for the number. The engine reads conditions through the lens of your shot: a breeze that ruins a macro shot won't dent a cityscape, and the same high cloud that kills an astro night is what makes a sunset. Opinionated and transparent, never a black box.

SEE FURTHER AHEAD
Ensemble weather models and climate history score shots well past the 10-day forecast, so you can plan a trip months out — and the app tells you honestly how much to trust each number.

SHOOT THE NIGHT SKY
• True astronomical darkness, not just "after sunset"
• Moon impact judged by height and phase, so a low moon doesn't sink a good night
• The Milky Way core's real position, tracked properly
• Light pollution for any location on Earth — know before you drive
• Dew risk, because the clearest, stillest nights are the ones that fog a lens

NAIL GOLDEN & BLUE HOUR
• Live sun & moon compass — point your phone to see exactly where the sun and moon will rise, set, and sit
• An automatic daily schedule with "set up by" times so you're in position before the light peaks
• Best-window finding across your whole trip

DIAL IN EVERY SHOT
• AI gear & camera settings — the right lens from your own kit, plus exact aperture, shutter, and ISO for the conditions
• A packing list built from your trip's shots and the gear you own

BUILT FOR THE FIELD
• Offline-first — sun, moon, schedules, scores, and light pollution all compute on-device, so every screen works on a plane, in a canyon, or on bad hotel wifi
• Weather-change alerts when conditions for an upcoming shot shift

START FREE
Plan unlimited trips with up to five shots each, score every shot from sun, moon, and weather, and use the live sun & moon compass, nearby spots, the 10-day forecast, the daily schedule, and best-window finding — all free.

GO PRO WHEN YOU TRAVEL
PrimeHour Pro adds unlimited shots per trip, AI gear & camera settings, unlimited AI-generated photo spots, calendar sync and shoot reminders, and your photo logbook — $4.99/month or $39.99/year, with a 7-day free trial on the annual plan.

Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment is charged to your Apple ID. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. The 7-day free trial applies to the annual plan; unused portion is forfeited on purchase.

Privacy policy: https://primehourapp.com/privacy
Terms of Service: https://primehourapp.com/tos

## Key features

- Multi-stop itinerary planning on map
- AI-generated photography spots with light scores
- Live sun & moon compass
- Automatic daily schedule with 'set up by' times
- AI gear & camera settings recommendations
- Offline-first functionality
- Weather-change alerts

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PrimeHour Pro - Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| PrimeHour Pro - Annual | $39.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/primehour/id6772597417/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Completely changed my astrophotography

*2026-07-01*

PrimeHour helps me know whether to stay up late or not by telling me if I’ll have windows of clear skies for astrophotography! Highly recommend!

## Frequently asked questions about PrimeHour

### What is PrimeHour?

PrimeHour is a photography trip planner that helps you schedule shoots by scoring locations based on sun, moon, and weather conditions. It provides shot lists, timing for optimal light, and gear recommendations.

### How does PrimeHour score light?

PrimeHour scores light on a 0-100 scale by combining sun angle, cloud cover, and weather forecasts. It provides a clear, plain-language explanation for each score.

### Can I use PrimeHour offline?

Yes, PrimeHour is built with offline-first functionality. Sun, moon, schedules, and scores compute on-device, ensuring usability in areas with poor or no internet connection.

### What features are included in the free version of PrimeHour?

The free version allows unlimited trip planning with up to five shots per trip, light scoring based on sun, moon, and weather, and access to the live sun & moon compass and nearby spots.

### What does PrimeHour Pro offer?

PrimeHour Pro unlocks AI gear & camera settings, unlimited AI-generated photo spots, the full 10-day forecast, automatic daily schedules with calendar sync, and best-window finding across your entire trip.

### How much does PrimeHour Pro cost?

PrimeHour Pro is available for $4.99 per month or $39.99 per year. The annual plan includes a 7-day free trial.

### How do I cancel my PrimeHour Pro subscription?

Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings.

### What devices does PrimeHour support?

PrimeHour is supported on iPhone and iPod devices, with an age rating of 4+.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7.0 — 2026-07-29

A far smarter shot score. The engine now reads conditions through the lens of your shot: its light, its style, its subject. A breeze that ruins a macro shot no longer dents a cityscape, and the same high cirrus that kills an astro night is what makes a sunset. Scores are consistent on every screen and lock in once a shot is taken.

See further ahead. Ensemble weather models and climate history now score shots well past the 10-day forecast, and tell you honestly how much to trust them.

Astrophotography, properly. True astronomical darkness, moon height rather than just phase, the Milky Way core's real position, light pollution, and dew risk.

UI updates and performance improvements.

### 1.6.3 — 2026-07-19

Shot scores now understand what you're shooting: portraits love soft light, astro needs dark skies, and action wants bright sun. Shots weeks away get an honest estimate built from years of real weather history for that time of day, and the Best Day finder, daily schedule, and full 10-day forecast are now free for everyone. Plus: set the exact time you'll be at a spot, clearer score details, and fixes throughout.

### 1.6.2 — 2026-07-04

Fixed issues that caused certain intended free features to be gated in the Pro version. Improved packing list mechanics to ensure users are given accurate suggestions on gear to pack from their kit.

### 1.6.1 — 2026-07-03

Bug fixes.

### 1.6.0 — 2026-07-01

No release notes.

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