# Solar Eclipse Timer vs hdrpano

The clearest difference is price: Solar Eclipse Timer at Free against hdrpano's $6.99. Solar Eclipse Timer also leads on ratings volume (560 vs 4) and rating (3.8 vs 3.5). hdrpano's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Solar Eclipse Timer is free to download; hdrpano costs $6.99 up front. Solar Eclipse Timer sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. hdrpano asks for nothing beyond the download.

Solar Eclipse Timer holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Solar Eclipse Timer has 560 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Solar Eclipse Timer's written reviews are positive against 50% of hdrpano's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Solar Eclipse Timer | hdrpano |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $6.99 |
| Rating | **[3.8 (560 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solar-eclipse-timer/id1203105865/reviews)** | [3.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hdrpano/id1390215086/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **560** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **68.4% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 231 MB | 108 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Foxwood Astronomy, LLC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1180239027) | [Kilian Eisenegger](https://appshunter.io/developer/1333678887) |

## What reviewers say

### Solar Eclipse Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solar-eclipse-timer/id1203105865)

This app provides precise countdowns and reminders for solar eclipse phenomena, aiding both casual observers and photographers. It works offline and offers features like automatic partial-phase image timing and a dedicated photographer mode.

**Highlights:** Offline eclipse timing, Precise contact time calculation, Photographer mode, Automatic partial-phase image timing, Geolocation and manual coordinate entry, Audio and notification tests

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Total - 7/2/19; Chile, Argenti | $1.99 | one-time |
| Total - 12/14/20; Chile, Argen | $1.99 | one-time |
| Total – 12/4/21; Antarctica | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hybrid – 4/20/23; Australia | $1.99 | one-time |
| Total – 4/8/24; USA, Mexico | $1.99 | one-time |
| Solar Eclipse Timer | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate timing and announcements
- 👍 Enhanced eclipse viewing experience
- 🎉 Worked flawlessly for 2017 and 2024 eclipses
- 💡 Helpful for photographers and non-photographers
- 🔊 Useful audio cues and prompts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or glitches
- 🔍 Confusing or cluttered user interface
- 🔋 Audio prompts not working in some cases
- 🗺️ Inaccurate location detection or totality information

**Reported bugs**

- App crashing when loading timing data
- Notifications not working when camera is in use
- Incorrect contact times displayed for some locations

**Requested features**

- Customizable reminders or timers
- Automatic time zone and location updates
- Lunar eclipse support
- Improved onboarding and tutorial
- Countdown timer with graphical depiction


### hdrpano

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hdrpano/id1390215086)

Create full spherical panoramas and 2D/3D photogrammetry models using DJI drones. Automates settings for various focal lengths and aircraft, supporting thermal cameras and gigapixel shootings.

**Highlights:** Full spherical panorama creation, 2D, vertical, and 3D photogrammetry missions, Automated settings for focal length and aircraft, MSX dual thermal camera support, Gigapixel shooting capabilities, Inception mission mode, CSV mission import

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Solar Eclipse Timer free?

Solar Eclipse Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is hdrpano free?

hdrpano costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Solar Eclipse Timer or hdrpano?

Solar Eclipse Timer is rated higher. Solar Eclipse Timer averages 3.8 out of 5 from 560 ratings, while hdrpano averages 3.5 from 4 ratings.

### Do Solar Eclipse Timer or hdrpano have ads?

Neither Solar Eclipse Timer nor hdrpano shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Solar Eclipse Timer or hdrpano?

Solar Eclipse Timer ships an update monthly, and hdrpano monthly. Most recently, Solar Eclipse Timer was updated on October 7, 2026 and hdrpano on October 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*