# Solar Eclipse Timer vs Maggie iVR

The clearest difference is rating: Maggie iVR at 5.0 against Solar Eclipse Timer's 3.8. Maggie iVR also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6). Solar Eclipse Timer's advantage is ratings volume (561 vs 5) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Solar Eclipse Timer sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Maggie iVR asks for nothing beyond the download.

Maggie iVR holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Solar Eclipse Timer has 561 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Solar Eclipse Timer ships an update monthly, Maggie iVR every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Solar Eclipse Timer | Maggie iVR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (561 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solar-eclipse-timer/id1203105865/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maggie-ivr/id6480533066/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **561** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 68.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 231 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Foxwood Astronomy, LLC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1180239027) | [Issist Assistive Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/1390272430) |

## 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


### Maggie iVR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maggie-ivr/id6480533066)

Enhance your visual experience with live, high-definition VR. This app offers high contrast color modes and up to 20x live zoom for improved clarity. Adjust screen brightness and contrast for personalized viewing.

**Highlights:** High definition live VR, High contrast color modes, Up to x20 live zoom, Screen brightness control, Contrast control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**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 Maggie iVR free?

Maggie iVR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Solar Eclipse Timer or Maggie iVR?

Maggie iVR is rated higher. Solar Eclipse Timer averages 3.8 out of 5 from 561 ratings, while Maggie iVR averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do Solar Eclipse Timer or Maggie iVR have ads?

Neither Solar Eclipse Timer nor Maggie iVR shows ads.

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

Solar Eclipse Timer ships an update monthly, and Maggie iVR every 2 months. Most recently, Solar Eclipse Timer was updated on November 2, 2026 and Maggie iVR on November 4, 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.*