Comparison

SunApp Augmented Reality vs S

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

S

Monitor your distributed PV power plant's performance with real-time data. Track energy generation, view module-level details, and receive equipment alarm notifications to ensure optimal operation and yield.

Highlights
  • Module-level monitoring
  • Real-time data display
  • Plant-level data
  • Energy generation tracking
  • Alarm information
Features
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S-miles Enduser is a mobile application developed by Hoymiles especially for owners of distributed PV power plants, which can absorb the operating data of PV power plants from S-miles Cloud. There are more functions, such as module-level monitoring, real-time data display for both plant-level & module-level as well as daily, monthly, annual, and total energy display. Furthermore, you can easily see the alarm information with the equipment, which could assist the owner in monitoring the operation of the PV power plant, ensuring normal operation of the power plant and obtaining of the expected yield.

Screenshots

SunApp Augmented Reality4 screens
S4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: S at 4.1 against SunApp Augmented Reality's 3.0. S also leads on review sentiment (37% vs 0%) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). SunApp Augmented Reality's advantage is iOS requirement (12.1 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. S asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

S holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: S has 89 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 37% of S's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SunApp Augmented Reality ships an update every 3 weeks, S monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
SunApp Augmented Reality versus S: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSunApp Augmented RealityS
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (4 ratings)4.1 (89 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews37.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings489 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.1 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB207 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCasafox DevelopmentHoymiles Power Electronics Inc.

Customer experience

SunApp Augmented Reality

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

S

All ratings89 ratings
Positive78.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative14.6%
Written reviews255 reviews
Positive37.3%
Neutral13.7%
Negative49.0%

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
None

S

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SunApp Augmented Reality free?
SunApp Augmented Reality is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is S free?
S is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SunApp Augmented Reality or S?
S is rated higher. SunApp Augmented Reality averages 3.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while S averages 4.1 from 89 ratings.
Do SunApp Augmented Reality or S have ads?
Neither SunApp Augmented Reality nor S shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SunApp Augmented Reality or S?
SunApp Augmented Reality ships an update every 3 weeks, and S monthly. Most recently, SunApp Augmented Reality was updated on October 3, 2026 and S on October 17, 2026.

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