Comparison

SunApp Augmented Reality vs Sun position and path

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SunApp Augmented Reality

Visualize the sun's path and position throughout the year using augmented reality and 2D maps. Plan for optimal sunlight exposure for various activities and projects.

Highlights
  • Augmented Reality Live View
  • 2D Map View with address search
  • Sun path for any date
  • Sunrise and sunset times
  • Sunlight exposure calculation
  • Obstruction masking
  • Save AR view as picture/video
Features
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SunApp, shows the sun position at any time through Augmented Reality Live View and on 2D map view. "Facts that give you more hours in the sun." SunApp standard functions and key features - shows today's sun path in the sky - shows the sun path on the shortest day (Dec.21'th) and longest day (Jun. 21'th) of the year - shows the sunrise and sunset for today - choose language - get acces to PREMIUM functionality via In App Purchase Via in app purchase you can get access to valuable PREMIUM functionality in SunApp. PREMIUM FUNCTIONALITY INCLUDES: - shows the sun path on the sky on any date throughout the year - shows the sunrise and sunset for any day Augmented Reality view: - point at the screen and SunApp will show the date and time, the sun will be in that position - shows how much sun light, in hours or sun energy (kWh/m2), you can get in your position during the year - mask out obstructions to the sun and find out how many sun hours or sun energy (kWh/m2) that will be hidden behind the obstruction during the year - Save AR view as picture or video recording for later use. - Analemma, shows the sun's path at a certain time of day all year round 2D map view: - Search by address or place to view the sun's position at any time SunApp is perfect for - Real Estate Buyers – for finding the sun exposure of properties you are considering - Gardeners – designing gardens and for finding optimal planting locations for current and seasonal solar exposure - Architects – for getting a feel for the spatial variability of the solar angle throughout the year - Photographers – planning for optimal light conditions - Campers – to find shadowed areas, even when sun is hidden by clouds or walls - Sun lovers – find the perfect sunbed location - Solar Industry (PV) Professionals – optimizing solar panel installation - Awning lit installation - Solar site surveys Subscription terms: SunApp offers an auto-renewing monthly subscription or an auto-renewing yearly subscription to provide you with unlimited access to the SunApp Premium features while you maintain an active subscription. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Notes * The compass accuracy depends on having an undistorted magnetic field around your device. If you use it close to metallic objects or electrical equipment, directional accuracy may be impaired. This can happen if you keep your device in a metallic casing. It can however be recalibrated quite easily.

About

Sun position and path

Visualize the sun's position and trajectory in real-time using augmented reality or by exploring any location on Google Maps. Plan activities and projects that depend on sunlight with this intuitive tool.

Highlights
  • AR sun position overlay
  • 3D sun trajectory visualization
  • Explore sun path on Google Maps
  • Seasonal sun position changes
  • Useful for photography and solar planning
Features
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With this application you can see the location of the sun changing with the season. Point the device to the sky, this application will display the position of the sun over the camera image like the AR. You can also go to any places on GoogleMap and display the sun's trajectory in that place in 3D. It can also be useful when planning things that have a lot to do with the movement of the sun. Taking photos, installing solar panels, home gardens, home renovation and purchase, checking shaded places on the go, etc.

Screenshots

SunApp Augmented Reality4 screens
Sun position and path4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Sun position and path at 83% against SunApp Augmented Reality's 0%. Sun position and path also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (1.8K vs 4). SunApp Augmented Reality's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SunApp Augmented Reality sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and Sun position and path sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sun position and path holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sun position and path has 1.8K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of SunApp Augmented Reality's written reviews are positive against 83% of Sun position and path's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SunApp Augmented Reality ships an update every 3 weeks, Sun position and path every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SunApp Augmented Reality versus Sun position and path: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSunApp Augmented RealitySun position and path
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (4 ratings)4.7 (1.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews83.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings41.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.1 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCasafox Developmentsiranet GK

Customer experience

SunApp Augmented Reality

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Sun position and path

All ratings1,842 ratings
Positive94.8%
Neutral2.7%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews380 reviews
Positive83.2%
Neutral4.5%
Negative12.4%

Bugs and requests

SunApp Augmented Reality

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Sun position and path

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • AR mode not working as expected
  • Search functionality not reliable
  • Time zone issues in some locations

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for 12-hour time format
  • Improve AR functionality and integration
  • Allow manual adjustment of sun path
  • Provide more detailed sun/moon tracking data

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SunApp Augmented Reality

Subscriptions2
  • SunApp Premium (monthly)$2.491 Month
  • SunApp Premium (Yearly)$10.491 Year
One-time1
  • SunApp Premium (Lifetime)$23.99
1 purchases

Sun position and path

Subscriptions1
  • Remove ads 1 month$1.991 Month

Questions

Is SunApp Augmented Reality free?
SunApp Augmented Reality is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sun position and path free?
Sun position and path is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SunApp Augmented Reality or Sun position and path?
Sun position and path is rated higher. SunApp Augmented Reality averages 3.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Sun position and path averages 4.7 from 1.8K ratings.
Do SunApp Augmented Reality or Sun position and path have ads?
Sun position and path shows ads; SunApp Augmented Reality does not.
Which is updated more often, SunApp Augmented Reality or Sun position and path?
SunApp Augmented Reality ships an update every 3 weeks, and Sun position and path every 6 weeks. Most recently, SunApp Augmented Reality was updated on June 1, 2026 and Sun position and path on September 19, 2026.

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