# Full Moon Phase vs It's Just a Phase®

The clearest difference is rating: Full Moon Phase at 4.8 against It's Just a Phase®'s 3.8. Full Moon Phase also leads on ratings volume (20K vs 64) and review sentiment (77% vs 55%). It's Just a Phase®'s advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Full Moon Phase sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and It's Just a Phase® sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Full Moon Phase holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Full Moon Phase has 20K ratings behind it against 64, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Full Moon Phase's written reviews are positive against 55% of It's Just a Phase®'s.

Full Moon Phase ships an update monthly, It's Just a Phase® every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Full Moon Phase | It's Just a Phase® |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (20K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/full-moon-phase/id1119055470/reviews)** | [3.8 (64 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/its-just-a-phase/id1464542524/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **20K** | 64 |
| Positive reviews | **77.1% of reviews** | 54.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 58 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fascinating Projects](https://appshunter.io/developer/1689975869) | [PHASE 333 PTY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1448348513) |

## What reviewers say

### Full Moon Phase

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/full-moon-phase/id1119055470)

Track the current moon phase and astrological sign with daily insights into its influence on your mood and actions. Receive timely notifications for moon sign changes and view detailed lunar calendars. Offers widgets for your home screen and personalized astrological predictions.

**Highlights:** Current moon phase and sign, Notifications for moon sign changes, Astrological influence predictions, Monthly moon phase calendar, Home screen widgets, Countdown to next full/new moon

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Get Full Moon at its best | $2.99 | per month |
| Full Moon Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Get Full Moon at its best | $20.49 | per year |
| Full Moon Yearly Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Upgrade | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Accurate moon phase tracking
- 🔔 Helpful notifications for moon sign changes
- 💫 Beautiful and intuitive design
- 🗓️ Convenient calendar integration
- 🌙 Useful for spiritual/astrological practices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for advanced features
- 🌍 Inaccurate for Southern Hemisphere locations
- 🔍 Limited information without premium subscription
- 🔀 Confusing in-app purchase options
- 🙄 Intrusive ads in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect moon phase display compared to real-world observations
- App crashes when accessing certain features
- Subscription charges without user consent

**Requested features**

- Add notifications for eclipses and moon void-of-course periods
- Provide more astrological insights and interpretations
- Allow customization of moon phase/sign display
- Integrate with calendar apps for moon event scheduling
- Improve location detection and support for global users


### It's Just a Phase®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/its-just-a-phase/id1464542524)

Explore lunar cycles and zodiac signs with a comprehensive calendar. Track your intentions and practices with an integrated diary. Reflect and plan your life around celestial movements.

**Highlights:** Moon phase calendar, Zodiac information, Intention diary, Practice tracking, Lunar cycle reflection

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Membership Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| IJAP - Premium Membership | $4.99 | one-time |
| IJAP - Premium Membership | $5.00 | one-time |
| IJAP Premium Membership | $8.99 | one-time |
| IJAP - Premium Membership | $9.99 | one-time |
| IJAP - Premium Membership | $10.00 | one-time |
| IJAP - Premium Membership | $10.49 | one-time |
| IJAP - Premium Membership | $13.99 | one-time |
| IJAP - Premium Membership | $19.99 | one-time |
| IJAP - Premium Membership | $20.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💜 Beautiful aesthetic design
- 💡 Insightful and concise information
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- ✨ Great for journaling and mood tracking
- 💖 Love the moon energy connection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App frequently crashes or won't open
- ⚠️ Loading screen issues
- 📉 Inaccurate astrological data
- 🎨 Design changes not well-received
- ⚪ Bright white design harsh on eyes

**Reported bugs**

- App stuck on loading screen
- App closes immediately upon opening after update
- App won't open, shows white page
- App disappears after opening
- Connectivity issues reported

**Requested features**

- Sidereal option
- Widgets for the app
- Dark theme option
- Option to change background color
- Ability to interpret personal chart effects


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Full Moon Phase free?

Full Moon Phase is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is It's Just a Phase® free?

It's Just a Phase® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Full Moon Phase or It's Just a Phase®?

Full Moon Phase is rated higher. Full Moon Phase averages 4.8 out of 5 from 20K ratings, while It's Just a Phase® averages 3.8 from 64 ratings.

### Do Full Moon Phase or It's Just a Phase® have ads?

Neither Full Moon Phase nor It's Just a Phase® shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Full Moon Phase or It's Just a Phase®?

Full Moon Phase ships an update monthly, and It's Just a Phase® every 4 weeks. Most recently, Full Moon Phase was updated on October 28, 2026 and It's Just a Phase® on October 20, 2026.

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