# TimePassages Astrology vs nectar

The clearest difference is rating: TimePassages Astrology at 4.8 against nectar's 4.2. TimePassages Astrology also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (44K vs 222). nectar's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TimePassages Astrology sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and nectar sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TimePassages Astrology holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TimePassages Astrology has 44K ratings behind it against 222, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of TimePassages Astrology's written reviews are positive against 43% of nectar's.

TimePassages Astrology ships an update every 4 weeks, nectar every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TimePassages Astrology | nectar |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (44K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timepassages-astrology/id488946918/reviews)** | [4.2 (222 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nectar-dating-and-compatibility/id6476018063/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **44K** | 222 |
| Positive reviews | **65.0% of reviews** | 42.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#98** | — |
| Size | 215 MB | 108 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [AstroGraph Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/372332314) | [Jubilee Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/1725584077) |

## What reviewers say

### TimePassages Astrology

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

**Currently charting:** #98 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 (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TimePassages Pro Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| TimePassages Pro Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Comparison Chart | $0.99 | one-time |
| Astrology Birth Chart | $0.99 | one-time |
| Solar Arc Directions Chart | $0.99 | one-time |
| Progressed Chart - single purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| Transit Chart - single purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Single Chart | $0.99 | 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


### nectar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nectar-dating-and-compatibility/id6476018063)

This app helps you find meaningful connections by understanding your dating style and relationship goals. It uses quizzes to match you with compatible individuals and provides detailed compatibility reports for each match. Designed for those seeking more than superficial interactions, it aims to save you time and lead to genuine relationships.

**Highlights:** Relationship readiness quiz, Loveprint dating style quiz, 16 unique loveprint styles, Compatibility reports, Match score and red flags, Let's meet button for offline dates, Username search for offline matches

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| nectar all in | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| nectar all in | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| nectar unlocked 1 month | $9.99 | per month |
| nectar all in | $14.99 | per month |
| nectar all in 1 month | $19.99 | per month |
| 1 super like | $2.99 | one-time |
| 1 boost | $3.99 | one-time |
| 3 boosts | $9.99 | one-time |
| 15 super likes | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Interesting concept
- 👍 Helpful for self-reflection
- 💡 Ability to connect with friends
- 🤝 Promotes relationship understanding

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
- 🔧 Inconsistent and unreliable results
- 🤔 Misleading or inaccurate compatibility scores
- 📵 Limited functionality after initial quizzes

**Reported bugs**

- Login and verification issues
- Quizzes freezing or not saving progress
- Compatibility results not matching actual responses
- Account resets and lost progress

**Requested features**

- More frequent updates and new quizzes
- Improved question quality and specificity
- Differentiation between romantic and platonic relationships
- Ability to connect with new people beyond existing contacts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TimePassages Astrology free?

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

### Is nectar free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TimePassages Astrology or nectar?

TimePassages Astrology is rated higher. TimePassages Astrology averages 4.8 out of 5 from 44K ratings, while nectar averages 4.2 from 222 ratings.

### Do TimePassages Astrology or nectar have ads?

nectar shows ads; TimePassages Astrology does not.

### Which is updated more often, TimePassages Astrology or nectar?

TimePassages Astrology ships an update every 4 weeks, and nectar every 3 weeks. Most recently, TimePassages Astrology was updated on November 13, 2026 and nectar on November 12, 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.*