# TimePassages Astrology vs The Pattern

The clearest difference is rating: TimePassages Astrology at 4.8 against The Pattern's 4.0. TimePassages Astrology also leads on review sentiment (65% vs 42%). The Pattern's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks) and chart position (#31 vs #121). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TimePassages Astrology sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and The Pattern sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TimePassages Astrology holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 44K and 15K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of TimePassages Astrology's written reviews are positive against 42% of The Pattern's.

TimePassages Astrology ships an update every 4 weeks, The Pattern weekly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TimePassages Astrology | The Pattern |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (44K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timepassages-astrology/id488946918/reviews)** | [4.0 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-pattern/id1071085727/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **44K** | 15K |
| Positive reviews | **64.7% of reviews** | 42.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #121 | **#31** |
| Size | 215 MB | 105 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [AstroGraph Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/372332314) | [Pattern Home, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1071085726) |

## What reviewers say

### TimePassages Astrology

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timepassages-astrology/id488946918)

**Currently charting:** #121 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Explore your birth chart and receive personalized daily horoscopes based on your unique astrological map. Understand your inner world, relationships, and life's timing with interpretations from experienced astrologers. Free to start, with an option to upgrade for advanced features.

**Highlights:** Personalized birth chart readings, Daily horoscopes based on birth chart, Synastry and Composite relationship charts, Transit and progression tracking, Interpretations by experienced astrologers

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TimePassages Pro Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| TimePassages Pro Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Comparison Chart - single purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| Natal Chart - single purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| Progressed Chart - single purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| SA Progressed Chart - single purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| Transit Chart - single purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Single Chart | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Progressed Biwheel Charts | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pass for Unlimited Solar Arc Progressions | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pass for Unlimited Transit Charts | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pass for Unlimited Comparisons | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pass for Unlimited Natal Charts | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Detailed and accurate
- 👍 Easy to navigate
- 💡 Helpful for learning astrology
- 🌟 Excellent for daily transits and horoscopes
- 🔍 In-depth chart and aspect interpretations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paid features/subscriptions required for full access
- 🐛 Glitches, bugs, and crashes reported
- 💸 Expensive for some users
- 🔄 Issues with data/purchases not transferring between devices
- 🔍 Lacking some astrological features (nodes, asteroids, etc.)

**Reported bugs**

- Daily horoscope/transits not working for some users
- Issues with logging in and accessing purchased content
- Location/time zone settings not working correctly
- Charts not displaying properly after updates

**Requested features**

- Add interpretations for nodes, asteroids, and other astrological points
- Improve synastry and compatibility chart features
- Implement cloud/account-based data sync
- Add more customization options (themes, widgets, etc.)
- Improve overall stability and reduce bugs


### The Pattern

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-pattern/id1071085727)

**Currently charting:** #31 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Discover your psychological blueprint and understand your relationships on a deeper level. This app offers insights into your personality, life cycles, and compatibility with others, helping you foster more meaningful connections.

**Highlights:** In-depth personality insights, Life cycle overview, Relationship compatibility, Cosmic climate analysis, Private in-depth conversations, Dating with depth insights

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Go Deeper+ Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Connect+ Dating Quarterly | $24.99 | per 3 months |
| Connect+ Quarterly | $24.99 | per 3 months |
| Go Deeper Quarterly (no audio) | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Go Deeper+ Quarterly | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Go Deeper Bi-annual | $34.99 | per 6 months |
| Go Deeper Annual (no audio) | $83.99 | per year |
| Go Deeper+ Annual | $83.99 | per year |
| Reveal - 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Super Connect - 3 pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| 3 Custom Profile Slots | $9.99 | one-time |
| 10 Custom Profile Slots | $16.99 | one-time |
| 20 Custom Profile Slots | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Life-changing insights
- 🎯 Incredibly accurate
- 🤗 Supportive and encouraging
- 🧭 Helpful for self-discovery
- 🤝 Insightful relationship analysis

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for previously free features
- 🤯 Overwhelming amount of content
- 🤔 Lack of astrological explanations
- 🙄 Repetitive and generalized content
- 😕 Confusing and cluttered UI after updates

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to change profile picture
- Inconsistent login and account issues
- Glitches with bonds and connections

**Requested features**

- Add family/friendship compatibility
- Provide astrological context for insights
- Improve personalization and customization
- Streamline navigation and reduce clutter
- Offer a more balanced tone (positive and negative)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TimePassages Astrology free?

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

### Is The Pattern free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TimePassages Astrology or The Pattern?

TimePassages Astrology is rated higher. TimePassages Astrology averages 4.8 out of 5 from 44K ratings, while The Pattern averages 4.0 from 15K ratings.

### Do TimePassages Astrology or The Pattern have ads?

Neither TimePassages Astrology nor The Pattern shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TimePassages Astrology or The Pattern?

TimePassages Astrology ships an update every 4 weeks, and The Pattern weekly. Most recently, TimePassages Astrology was updated on September 24, 2026 and The Pattern on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, TimePassages Astrology or The Pattern?

TimePassages Astrology currently peaks at #121 in the App Store charts, and The Pattern at #31. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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