# REAPPLY vs Sunmelon

The clearest difference is rating: Sunmelon at 5.0 against REAPPLY's 3.4. REAPPLY's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sunmelon sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. REAPPLY asks for nothing beyond the download.

Sunmelon holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: REAPPLY has 33 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

REAPPLY ships an update monthly, Sunmelon every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | REAPPLY | Sunmelon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (33 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reapply-sunscreen-timekeeper/id1451428485/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sunmelon-sunscreen-reminders/id6739590758/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **33** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 52.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 44 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **16.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Skull Ninja Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/405179769) | [Mark Bartos](https://appshunter.io/developer/1534430041) |

## What reviewers say

### REAPPLY

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reapply-sunscreen-timekeeper/id1451428485)

This app helps you establish a consistent sunscreen routine by providing timely reminders to apply and reapply SPF. It also educates users on UV levels, skin care tips, and recommends reef-safe sunscreen products.

**Highlights:** Morning sunscreen application reminders, Mid-day reapplication notifications, UV level monitoring based on location, Skin care tips and articles, Reef-safe sunscreen reviews and shopping links

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Sunmelon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sunmelon-sunscreen-reminders/id6739590758)

This app provides personalized sunscreen reminders based on your skin type, UV levels, and sunscreen strength. It offers real-time UV alerts and helpful tips for skin health. Stay protected from sunburn and enjoy the sun safely.

**Highlights:** Personalized sunscreen reapplication reminders, Minute-precise protection calculations, Real-time UV level alerts, Customizable skin type and SPF settings, Sunscreen awareness tips and insights

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sunmelon Gold | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Sunmelon Gold | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Sunmelon Gold | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Sunmelon Gold (Monthly) | $6.00 | per month |
| Sunmelon Gold | $7.99 | per month |
| Sunmelon Gold | $17.99 | per 3 months |
| Sunmelon Gold | $24.99 | one-time |
| Sunmelon Gold | $39.99 | one-time |
| Sunmelon Gold | $49.99 | one-time |
| Sunmelon Gold | $89.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is REAPPLY free?

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

### Is Sunmelon free?

Sunmelon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, REAPPLY or Sunmelon?

Sunmelon is rated higher. REAPPLY averages 3.4 out of 5 from 33 ratings, while Sunmelon averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do REAPPLY or Sunmelon have ads?

Sunmelon shows ads; REAPPLY does not.

### Which is updated more often, REAPPLY or Sunmelon?

REAPPLY ships an update monthly, and Sunmelon every 3 weeks. Most recently, REAPPLY was updated on November 6, 2026 and Sunmelon on October 30, 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.*