论子平 vs PAIR UP
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
论子平
This app calculates and displays detailed astrological charts based on birth information. It provides insights into destiny, luck cycles, and elemental forces, with features for data management and customization. It's designed for users interested in Taoist and metaphysical studies.
- Calculate birth charts (八字)
- Display destiny, luck cycles, and elemental information
- Detailed chart analysis (细盘功能)
- Support for various input methods (Gregorian, Lunar)
- Customizable display options
- Includes classic astrological commentary
- Data backup and restore via iTunes
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论八字(iCalc8Words)是一个计算八字的算命软体。根据输入的西历或农历时间, 排出命主的八字资讯, 大运, 小运, 流年, 空亡, 胎息, 胎元, 命宫及五行信息等;细盘功能(四柱, 当前大运, 流年盘);二十八宿信息。, 该版本免除广告。 本软体主要是提供给对道家和玄学有一定研究或者兴趣的人士学习实践之用。软体在推出后, 得到东南亚, 香港, 台湾和中国内地用家的多方面好评, 结果也经过实践检验, 具有一定的准确性, 本著推广交流的目的, 也希望得到更多用家回馈意见。 软体主要功能包括: -- 对命例的资料做删除或者修改; -- 支援夜子时的处理手法及偏好设置; -- 年月日时柱排列从左到右的可选; -- 强大实用的细盘功能,大运和流年互相关联,点击大运流年可以互动大运未起以小运代替,小运和流年互相关联; -- 袁天罡称骨; -- 生肖以立春或农历年为标准选项; -- 盘面五色显示,五行属性及力量对比更加突出; -- 细盘支持流月五色显示; -- 命例资料支持公历,农历及四柱输入;支持年份1600-2200; -- 包含《三命通会》《神峰通考》等相关评语; -- 可通过iTunes备份和恢复数据； -- 各版本资料可共用; -- 命例可资料查询; -- 支持简繁中文。
PAIR UP
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PAIR UP is a metaphysical application platform founded by Mr. Steve Lee, a fortune-telling accountant with over 20 years of experience in metaphysical arts and numerology. We believe in sharing practical metaphysical tips in a convivial and amusing way, while providing in-depth metaphysical analysis and exclusive information to help everyone pursue prosperity and avoid adversity. After becoming a PAIR UP member, you will regularly receive personalized metaphysical advice tailored by Master Lee, along with practical members-only metaphysical information. In addition, members-only events and lectures are also organized in hope of cultivating a community of like-minded individuals who are interested in the area of metaphysics, to facilitate intellectual exchange and build a meaningful connection. Download PAIR UP now — your personal electronic Tong Sheng (Chinese almanac)! Privacy Policy: https://www.2pairup.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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The clearest difference is price: PAIR UP at Free against 论子平's $12.99. 论子平's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
PAIR UP is free to download; 论子平 costs $12.99 up front. PAIR UP sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. 论子平 asks for nothing beyond the download.
论子平 ships an update every 3 weeks, PAIR UP every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 论子平 | PAIR UP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $12.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.6 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 73.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 53 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | 健 杨 | Mars Concepts Limited |
In-app purchases
论子平
No in-app purchases
PAIR UP
- Pair Up Advance Membership$19.991 Month
- Pair Up 高級會籍$29.991 Month
- Pair Up VIP Membership (1 m.)$39.991 Month
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- Pair Up Advance Membership$39.993 Months
- Pair Up Advance Membership$71.993 Months
- Pair Up Advance Membership$129.991 Year
- Pair Up VIP 會籍$189.993 Months
- Pair Up VIP Membership (12 m.)$299.991 Year
- Pair Up Matching Report$49.99
