Comparison

SimpleMoon vs Aluna

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

Head to head
About

SimpleMoon

Get accurate, real-time moon phase and illumination information for any day. Easily navigate through dates and view the moon's appearance for your specific hemisphere. The app works offline and provides upcoming full and new moon dates.

Highlights
  • Real-time moon phase and illumination
  • Date navigation and calendar selection
  • Offline functionality
  • Hemisphere-specific moon views
  • Next full and new moon dates
Features
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SimpleMoon provides a simple, elegant view of one thing: the moon phase and illumination for today (or any day you choose). SimpleMoon also shows you when the next full moon and new moon will occur from the "Today" view. So easy to use Tap the navigation buttons at the top or swipe to move between days. Use the calendar icon at the bottom to choose what date you want to see the moon view and illumination. Reliable and accurate SimpleMoon uses advanced mathematical calculations to determine the moon data for that day. It works even if you don't have an internet connection! Northern or Southern Hemisphere Did you know that the moon looks different depending on which hemisphere of the earth you are in? Go to Settings and pick which hemisphere you are in, and you will see the moon as it appears to you in the sky. Special thanks to my children, Alexander and Sophia who helped me design and test the app.

About

Aluna

Features
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Aluna is your personal guide to living in harmony with the Moon and your inner world. Discover how the lunar phases influence your energy, emotions, and decisions, and find practical tools to reconnect with yourself every day. Explore a universe of calm, intuition, and personal growth through: Lunar phases and energy Follow the lunar cycle in real time and understand how each phase affects your emotional and spiritual well-being. Personalized rituals Receive rituals adapted to the current phase: cleansing, manifestation, gratitude, introspection… all synchronized with the Moon’s energy. Dream interpreter Discover the meaning of your dreams and the hidden messages of your subconscious with the help of lunar intelligence. Guided meditations Relax your mind and balance your energy with meditations designed for every moment and intention: calm, focus, abundance, rest, or confidence. Daily horoscope Receive personalized astrological guidance every day. Learn about your zodiac energy and how to make the most of it. Your universe, all in one place Aluna combines astrology, spirituality, and wellness in a visually magical and deeply transformative experience. Main features Lunar phases and energetic calendar Rituals by zodiac sign and lunar phase Dream interpretation and intuitive messages Guided meditations with voice and relaxing music Daily horoscopes and personalized astrology guide Elegant, intuitive interface in your language Aluna – Live by the rhythm of the Moon. Discover the power of cycles, awaken your inner energy, and create a magical routine for your well-being. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ privacy.html

Screenshots

SimpleMoon4 screens
Aluna4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Aluna at none against SimpleMoon's shown. Aluna also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 months). SimpleMoon's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. SimpleMoon sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Aluna sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SimpleMoon ships an update every 5 months, Aluna every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SimpleMoon versus Aluna: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimpleMoonAluna
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (304 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews86.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings304 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB135 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTag Along KFrancesc Navarro Machio

Bugs and requests

SimpleMoon

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Adult content appearing unexpectedly
  • Moon phase accuracy issues reported
  • App not rotating on iPads (resolved)
  • Displays (null)% and black moon

Requested features

8 requests
  • Include moon rise and set times
  • Add a widget for quick overview
  • Allow dragging to scroll through dates
  • App icon showing current moon phase
  • Southern Hemisphere option
Show 3 more
  • Ability to browse history/past dates
  • Display date, time, and location
  • Improve accuracy of moon phases

Aluna

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SimpleMoon

One-time1
  • Remove Ads from SimpleMoon$0.99
2 purchases

Aluna

Subscriptions1
  • Premium$3.991 Month
One-time1
  • Basic$1.99

Questions

Is SimpleMoon free?
SimpleMoon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Aluna free?
Aluna is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SimpleMoon or Aluna have ads?
SimpleMoon shows ads; Aluna does not.
Which is updated more often, SimpleMoon or Aluna?
SimpleMoon ships an update every 5 months, and Aluna every 4 days. Most recently, SimpleMoon was updated on October 22, 2026 and Aluna on October 10, 2026.

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