# Solar Eclipse Timer vs Dry Bar Comedy+

The clearest difference is rating: Dry Bar Comedy+ at 4.4 against Solar Eclipse Timer's 3.8. Dry Bar Comedy+ also leads on ratings volume (2.5K vs 560). Solar Eclipse Timer's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Solar Eclipse Timer sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Dry Bar Comedy+ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Dry Bar Comedy+ holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 560 and 2.5K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 68% of Solar Eclipse Timer's written reviews are positive against 64% of Dry Bar Comedy+'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Solar Eclipse Timer ships an update monthly, Dry Bar Comedy+ every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Solar Eclipse Timer | Dry Bar Comedy+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (560 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solar-eclipse-timer/id1203105865/reviews) | **[4.4 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dry-bar-comedy-plus/id1441834461/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 560 | **2.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **68.4% of reviews** | 63.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 231 MB | 80 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Foxwood Astronomy, LLC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1180239027) | [Angel Studios, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/999547806) |

## 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


### Dry Bar Comedy+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dry-bar-comedy-plus/id1441834461)

Access the largest collection of family-friendly stand-up comedy specials, available to watch or listen to ad-free. Enjoy new content weekly and explore hilarious specials anytime, anywhere, on any device.

**Highlights:** Family-friendly stand-up comedy, Ad-free viewing and listening, Large collection of specials, New content added weekly, Available on any device, Free trial available

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dry Bar Comedy Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Dry Bar Comedy Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| DBC $1 TIP | $0.99 | one-time |
| DBC $2 Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| DBC $5 Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| DBC $20 Tip | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💯 Excellent, high-quality comedy
- 🧹 Clean, family-friendly content
- 🤑 Free to watch
- 🎨 Diverse range of comedians
- 😂 Genuinely hilarious

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy, glitchy app experience
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Paywall/subscription model
- 📺 Lack of iPad/landscape support
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate/find content

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes/freezes frequently
- Video playback issues (black screen, out of sync audio)
- Unresponsive controls (pause, skip, etc.)
- Inconsistent behavior when rotating device
- Syncing/loading issues when switching between content

**Requested features**

- Offline/download mode for content
- Ability to continue audio playback when app is minimized
- Better video player controls and resume functionality
- Search/filter options to find comedians/content
- Separate section for recently watched/unfinished content


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Solar Eclipse Timer free?

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

### Is Dry Bar Comedy+ free?

Dry Bar Comedy+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Solar Eclipse Timer or Dry Bar Comedy+?

Dry Bar Comedy+ is rated higher. Solar Eclipse Timer averages 3.8 out of 5 from 560 ratings, while Dry Bar Comedy+ averages 4.4 from 2.5K ratings.

### Do Solar Eclipse Timer or Dry Bar Comedy+ have ads?

Neither Solar Eclipse Timer nor Dry Bar Comedy+ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Solar Eclipse Timer or Dry Bar Comedy+?

Solar Eclipse Timer ships an update monthly, and Dry Bar Comedy+ every 3 months. Most recently, Solar Eclipse Timer was updated on September 20, 2026 and Dry Bar Comedy+ on September 22, 2026.

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