Comparison

Nitefall vs Gradual Nightlight

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

Head to head
About

Nitefall

This Safari extension automatically applies a dark mode to all websites, reducing eye strain, especially during nighttime use. It seamlessly integrates with your system's appearance settings and offers customizable themes and per-site adjustments for optimal viewing.

Highlights
  • Automatic dark mode for all websites
  • System appearance integration
  • Multiple dark themes
  • Blacklist specific websites
  • Adjust image brightness per site
Features
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Nitefall is a Safari extension that converts all your websites to dark mode and reduces eye strain, especially helpful at night. It works automatically with system appearance so that your websites are only dark when the whole system is in dark mode. Features: -3 dark themes to pick from (Dark gray, Monokai, Midnight) -Darken navigation maps -Support for blacklisting specific websites -Increase transparent PNG icons contrast (especially when they are very dark and not easily to viewable) -Per site configurable image brightness (useful if the website is displaying bright images) You can try the extension for free on a limited number of websites. To use it on an unlimited number of webpages, you need to purchase a premium plan which can be used on both Mac and iOS. If you find any website that is broken with Nitefall on, please report it to foxfortmobile@gmail.com Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Gradual Nightlight

Features
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Revolutionize bedtime routines for babies, toddlers, and parents with this innovative app. As a new dad, I’ve experienced the bedtime challenges firsthand, inspiring me to create this app. Utilize your phone as a versatile tool—a reading light during story time, a nightlight for a peaceful sleep, and now introducing our newest feature: soothing green noise. What makes this app stand out: • Gradual screen dimming with adjustable speed for a seamless transition from awake to sleep. • User-friendly interface with large buttons and speed indicators, designed for easy use, even with your hands full. • Calming shift from white light to red light, aiding relaxation while preserving night vision. • Plan your evenings effectively with estimated lights-out time for better scheduling. • Optional parental lock mode prevents accidental adjustments by curious little hands. • Enjoy a seven-day free preview to explore all features. New Feature: Green Noise • Embrace the calming influence of green noise, an addition that enhances relaxation and promotes a peaceful sleep environment for your child. Crafted with parental needs at its core, this app enables you to prioritize your child’s comfort over lighting concerns. Say farewell to bedtime stress and welcome relaxing nights!

Screenshots

Nitefall4 screens
Gradual Nightlight4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Nitefall at 4 against Gradual Nightlight's 2. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Nitefall sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and Gradual Nightlight sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Nitefall ships an update every 11 days, Gradual Nightlight every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Nitefall versus Gradual Nightlight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNitefallGradual Nightlight
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (288 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings288 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.4 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFoxfortMobileAlterscope Solutions LLC

Bugs and requests

Nitefall

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Black text appears on dark backgrounds (unreadable)
  • Images not displaying correctly
  • Gmail inbox not visible with extension enabled
  • Performance issues on complex websites
  • Breaks Google Images functionality
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  • Text flickering when loading pages
  • Safari crashes or slowdowns
  • Extension continues breaking sites after disabling
  • Intermittent black text bug on iPhone 15 Pro
  • Incompatibility with certain extensions like SFFE

Requested features

8 requests
  • Website exception list management
  • Per-website preference saving for subdomains
  • Automatic dark mode detection
  • One-time purchase option instead of subscription
  • Better text contrast on certain sites
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  • Monthly subscription option (cheaper alternative)
  • Clearer free trial explanation
  • Ability to revoke permissions easily

Gradual Nightlight

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Nitefall

Subscriptions7
  • Premium Monthly 3$1.491 Month
  • Premium Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$2.001 Month
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  • Premium Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$10.001 Year
  • Premium Yearly 3$15.001 Year
  • Nitefall Premium Yearly 2$20.001 Year
One-time3
  • Lifetime offer 2$13.00
  • Lifetime Access$20.00
  • Use on unlimited websites$25.00
1 purchases

Gradual Nightlight

One-time1
  • Gradual Nightlight: US English$0.99

Questions

Is Nitefall free?
Nitefall is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gradual Nightlight free?
Gradual Nightlight is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Nitefall or Gradual Nightlight have ads?
Neither Nitefall nor Gradual Nightlight shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Nitefall or Gradual Nightlight?
Nitefall ships an update every 11 days, and Gradual Nightlight every 2 weeks. Most recently, Nitefall was updated on October 14, 2026 and Gradual Nightlight on October 10, 2026.

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