# SOLARMAN Smart vs Sun position and path

SOLARMAN Smart and Sun position and path both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 83% of Sun position and path's written reviews are positive against 45% of SOLARMAN Smart's. Sun position and path also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). SOLARMAN Smart's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sun position and path sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. SOLARMAN Smart asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for SOLARMAN Smart against 4.7 for Sun position and path. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5.8K and 1.8K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 45% of SOLARMAN Smart's written reviews are positive against 83% of Sun position and path's.

SOLARMAN Smart ships an update every 2 weeks, Sun position and path every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SOLARMAN Smart | Sun position and path |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (5.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solarman-smart/id1469487897/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sun-position-and-path/id1502500167/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5.8K** | 1.8K |
| Positive reviews | 44.8% of reviews | **83.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 93 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IGEN Tech Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/674556352) | [siranet GK](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435568095) |

## What reviewers say

### SOLARMAN Smart

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solarman-smart/id1469487897)

This app provides intelligent energy management for global users with a focus on visual data display and comprehensive monitoring. It allows for quick plant setup, 24-hour remote monitoring of PV power plants, and efficient collaboration with business partners for operations and maintenance.

**Highlights:** Visual energy data display, 24-hour remote monitoring, Quick plant setup, Authorization for collaboration, Real-time and historical data, Energy consumption tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Reliable app
- 💡 Helpful for monitoring solar system
- 🔒 Secure app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate data and metrics
- ⏱️ Slow updates and real-time issues
- 🔌 Lack of integration with smart home devices
- 🤔 Confusing UI and navigation

**Reported bugs**

- Registration process issues
- Frequent crashes and login problems
- Inconsistent data display and sync issues

**Requested features**

- Add ability to control battery and inverter settings
- Improve historical data and export functionality
- Implement push notifications for grid failures and returns
- Provide more detailed consumption and production data


### Sun position and path

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sun-position-and-path/id1502500167)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads 1 month | $1.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fantastic for planning
- 💡 Great for photography and solar panels
- 👍 Helpful for gardening and landscaping
- 👍 Accurate sun path visualization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional inaccuracies
- 🤔 Confusing interface for some
- 💰 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SOLARMAN Smart free?

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

### Is Sun position and path free?

Sun position and path is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SOLARMAN Smart or Sun position and path?

Sun position and path is rated higher. SOLARMAN Smart averages 4.6 out of 5 from 5.8K ratings, while Sun position and path averages 4.7 from 1.8K ratings.

### Do SOLARMAN Smart or Sun position and path have ads?

Sun position and path shows ads; SOLARMAN Smart does not.

### Which is updated more often, SOLARMAN Smart or Sun position and path?

SOLARMAN Smart ships an update every 2 weeks, and Sun position and path every 5 weeks. Most recently, SOLARMAN Smart was updated on October 19, 2026 and Sun position and path on October 20, 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.*