# Full Moon Phase vs Planetary Hours by Planetaro

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Full Moon Phase at 21K against Planetary Hours by Planetaro's 1.7K. On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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 Planetary Hours by Planetaro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Full Moon Phase against 4.8 for Planetary Hours by Planetaro. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Full Moon Phase has 21K ratings behind it against 1.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 77% of Full Moon Phase's written reviews are positive against 70% of Planetary Hours by Planetaro's.

Full Moon Phase ships an update monthly, Planetary Hours by Planetaro every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Full Moon Phase | Planetary Hours by Planetaro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (21K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/full-moon-phase/id1119055470/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planetary-hours-by-planetaro/id1533644988/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **21K** | 1.7K |
| Positive reviews | **77.2% of reviews** | 70.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 58 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fascinating Projects](https://appshunter.io/developer/1689975869) | [Muhammed Tanriverdi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871442495) |

## 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


### Planetary Hours by Planetaro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planetary-hours-by-planetaro/id1533644988)

This app calculates planetary hours based on your location, dividing each day into unequal segments ruled by classical planets. It helps you align activities with celestial energies and track moon phases. Widgets and notifications keep you informed.

**Highlights:** Planetary hours and moon calendar, Lock and home screen widgets, Apple Watch complications, Notifications for selected hours, Calendar syncing, Live Activities integration, Multiple themes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Planetaro Pro - Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Planetaro Pro - Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| Planetaro Pro - Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐️ Excellent app
- 🌟 Helpful for planning
- 🌍 Useful for astrology/spirituality
- 🕰️ Accurate planetary hour tracking
- 💻 Great widget and complication

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🌐 Lack of language options
- 📆 Limited calendar view
- 🔄 Inconsistent widget updates
- 🔋 Battery drain issues

**Reported bugs**

- Planetary days/hours displayed incorrectly
- Subscription issues and refund problems

**Requested features**

- Add moon phase information
- Expand calendar view to weekly/monthly
- Improve planetary hour notifications
- Provide option for free/one-time purchase


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Full Moon Phase free?

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

### Is Planetary Hours by Planetaro free?

Planetary Hours by Planetaro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Full Moon Phase or Planetary Hours by Planetaro?

Planetary Hours by Planetaro is rated higher. Full Moon Phase averages 4.8 out of 5 from 21K ratings, while Planetary Hours by Planetaro averages 4.8 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do Full Moon Phase or Planetary Hours by Planetaro have ads?

Neither Full Moon Phase nor Planetary Hours by Planetaro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Full Moon Phase or Planetary Hours by Planetaro?

Full Moon Phase ships an update monthly, and Planetary Hours by Planetaro every 3 weeks. Most recently, Full Moon Phase was updated on November 13, 2026 and Planetary Hours by Planetaro on November 11, 2026.

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