# Solar Eclipse Timer vs Memory Moment

The clearest difference is price: Solar Eclipse Timer at Free against Memory Moment's $9.99. Solar Eclipse Timer also leads on ratings volume (560 vs 2). Memory Moment's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 3.8) and in-app purchases (none vs 6). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Solar Eclipse Timer is free to download; Memory Moment costs $9.99 up front. Solar Eclipse Timer sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Memory Moment asks for nothing beyond the download.

Memory Moment 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 560 ratings behind it against 2, 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 100% of Memory Moment's.

Solar Eclipse Timer ships an update monthly, Memory Moment every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Solar Eclipse Timer | Memory Moment |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $9.99 |
| Rating | [3.8 (560 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solar-eclipse-timer/id1203105865/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memory-moment/id6751723190/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **560** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 68.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 231 MB | 271 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Foxwood Astronomy, LLC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1180239027) | [Cross Culture Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1748640405) |

## 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


### Memory Moment

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memory-moment/id6751723190)

Transform your photos into animated, story-driven timelines of your most cherished memories. Create captivating narratives for anniversaries, birthdays, vacations, and more, then share them as videos.

**Highlights:** Create story-driven photo timelines, Add milestones and attach photos, Animated playback of memories, Export creations as shareable videos, Ideal for anniversaries, birthdays, and tributes

**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 Memory Moment free?

Memory Moment costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Solar Eclipse Timer or Memory Moment?

Memory Moment is rated higher. Solar Eclipse Timer averages 3.8 out of 5 from 560 ratings, while Memory Moment averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Solar Eclipse Timer or Memory Moment have ads?

Neither Solar Eclipse Timer nor Memory Moment shows ads.

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

Solar Eclipse Timer ships an update monthly, and Memory Moment every 9 days. Most recently, Solar Eclipse Timer was updated on September 29, 2026 and Memory Moment on September 19, 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.*