Total Solar Eclipses vs solAR
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Total Solar Eclipses
Explore detailed information on solar and lunar eclipses from 1900 to 2100. Visualize eclipse paths on Earth maps, watch animations, and check visibility from any location.
- Eclipse data 1900-2100
- Solar and lunar eclipse details
- Universal Time eclipse phase timings
- Geographical coordinates for observation
- Earth Map, Movie, and Google Map visualization
- Observer coordinate adjustment
- Eclipse visibility prediction
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Total and Total-annular solar eclipses processed by the program are comprised between 1900 and 2100, exactly 287 eclipses from 28th May 1900 to 4th September 2100. The program also shows partial solar eclipses and lunar eclipses. The program gives the times in Universal Time of the Solar eclipse phases (initial, central and final) and the geographical coordinates from where it is possible to observe those circumstances of the eclipse. It also gives maximum duration and the width of the lunar umbra. Below Path of the Umbra are listed Longitude and Latitude of seven point of the lunar umbra path on the Earth surface. The program has a few functions: Earth Map, Movie and Google Map visualization. The first allows seeing a few points of the path of the lunar umbra on Earth surface; the second creates an animation: the user will see the eclipse from one hour before up to one hour after its maximum phase with step of 2 minutes; the third function allows to visualize Google Map of the area around the point where the eclipse reaches the maximum or that selected from the user. Moreover it is possible to change geographical coordinates of the observer. This allows knowing if and how the eclipse will be seen from other points of the Earth surface (e.g. it is possible to know if the eclipse will be partial or it does not occur for those coordinates). App in english version if iOS language is not set to italian.
solAR
Explore the solar system in 3D and augmented reality. Visualize planets and moons in your environment, adjust their scale, and learn fascinating facts. Ideal for parents, educators, and space enthusiasts.
- 3D solar system exploration
- Augmented reality integration
- Planet and moon visualization
- Adjustable scale for relative size
- High-resolution graphics
- Educational content
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Introducing solAR, the revolutionary solar system exploration app that combines cutting-edge 3D and augmented reality technology to bring the wonders of the solar system right to your doorstep. Whether you're a parent looking for a new and exciting way to engage your children, an educator seeking to enhance your lessons, or simply someone with a passion for space and science, solAR is the perfect app for you. With solAR, you can explore the sun, all the planets and moons of our solar system in stunning high-resolution graphics, and place them in your real-world environment using augmented reality. Imagine being able to see Jupiter towering over your backyard or placing Saturn's rings on a football field. With solAR, you can do just that. Our app uses the camera on your device to superimpose digital content onto the real world, creating an immersive and interactive experience that is like nothing you've ever seen before. One of the unique features of solAR is the ability to adjust the scale of the distances between the planets and moons, allowing you to see how large or small they are in relation to each other. This feature is particularly useful for educational purposes, as it allows students to better understand the relative size of the planets and moons in the solar system. But solAR is more than just a fun and interactive way to explore the solar system, it's also an educational tool. Our app includes a wealth of information about each planet and moon. Children and students can learn about the solar system in a way that is both interactive and engaging. Here are some examples of how solAR can be used in an augmented reality setting: - As a parent, you can use solAR to take a virtual field trip with your child to the planets and moons, allowing them to see the solar system in a new and exciting way. Place the planets in your garden and let your children learn about the solar system while playing outside. Compare the relative size of the planets and moons by adjusting the scale. - As an educator, you can use solAR to enhance your lessons and bring the solar system to life in the classroom. Place the solar system on a football field and let your students learn about the relative size of the planets, moons and the sun. Use the scale adjustment feature to show how far apart the planets are from each other. - As a space enthusiast, you can use solAR to explore the solar system in your own backyard or any outdoor space. Place the planets and moons in any location you want and experience the solar system in a whole new way. Adjust the scale to see the relative size of the planets and moons. solAR is designed with an intuitive user interface, making it easy for anyone to navigate and explore. With simple gestures, you can zoom in and out, rotate, and navigate through the solar system. Our app also features beautiful high-resolution graphics, ensuring that every detail of the solar system is captured in stunning clarity. So why wait? Download solAR today and experience the solar system in a whole new way. With solAR, learning about the solar system has never been more interactive, engaging and fun! Don't miss out on this marvellous opportunity. Download solAR now and start your journey today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: solAR at 4.9 against Total Solar Eclipses's 3.4. solAR also leads on ratings volume (33 vs 5) and device support (5 vs 3). Total Solar Eclipses's advantage is price ($1.99 vs $4.99) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.0). On review sentiment, 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
Total Solar Eclipses costs $1.99 and solAR $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
solAR holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: solAR has 33 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 43% of Total Solar Eclipses's written reviews are positive against 38% of solAR's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on August 12, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Total Solar Eclipses | solAR |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 — better | $4.99 |
| Rating | 3.4 (5 ratings) | 4.9 (33 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews — better | 37.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 5 | 33 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Vision Pro — better |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 101 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pietro Massimino | Michael Stoeckli |
Customer experience
Total Solar Eclipses
solAR
In-app purchases
Total Solar Eclipses
No in-app purchases
solAR
No in-app purchases
Questions
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