Comparison

Lunore vs Moon Phase

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

Head to head
About

Lunore

Features
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Lunore is a complete moon and sky companion that works entirely on your device — no accounts, no data collection, no internet required. Just you and the sky. Moon Phase, Fully Detailed See the current phase name, illumination percentage, and a 0.0–1.0 cycle value showing exactly where the moon sits in its complete journey. Track its age in days, and see the precise angle of the lit side relative to your location — so you always know exactly what you're looking at when you glance up. Your Sky, Your Location Enter your zip code once and Lunore calculates everything for your exact coordinates. See moonrise and moonset times, sunrise and sunset times, and where the moon sits relative to the horizon right now — no GPS required, nothing ever leaves your device. Western & Vedic Zodiac Together See the moon's current sign in both the Tropical (Western) and Sidereal (Vedic) zodiac systems side by side. Lunore includes the mythology, symbolism, and notable stars behind each sign — so every position has meaning, not just a label. Past, Present & Future Know when the last full moon and new moon were, and how many days until the next ones. Scroll through a full calendar and tap any date and time to instantly recalculate every reading for that moment — perfect for planning, reflection, or curiosity. The Solar System in Motion Watch an interactive orrery showing the current positions of all planets in real time. See which zodiac sign each planet occupies, and receive a notification whenever a planet changes signs. Moon Notes That Remember Keep personal notes organized by moon phase — new moon intentions, full moon reflections, quarter moon check-ins. Set a reminder for each note so you're nudged at exactly the phase percentage you choose. Widgets for Every Glance Put the moon on your home screen, lock screen, or iPad. Lunore includes widgets in every size for current moon phase, zodiac sign, and solar system positions — always current, never stale. Beautiful Share Cards Create and export stunning image cards to share your sky moment: a Moon Phase card, a Solar System Alignment card, or a Phase + Zodiac card featuring both Western and Vedic signs. Notifications That Actually Matter Choose exactly what you want to be notified about: new moon, full moon, first quarter, last quarter — and which planets to watch for sign changes. No noise, just the moments you care about. Completely Private by Design Lunore performs every calculation on your device using your local time and coordinates. No analytics. No tracking. Works completely offline. Terms of Use: https://keois.com/products/lunore/terms-of-use.html Privacy Policy: https://keois.com/products/lunore/privacy-policy.html

About

Moon Phase

Explore the Moon's journey in stunning 3D with real-time phase tracking and location-based views. Customize textures, navigate through dates, and receive notifications for lunar events. This app offers a beautiful, calming interface for stargazers.

Highlights
  • 3D Real-Time Moon Phase
  • Location-Based Views
  • Interactive Date Navigation
  • Custom Moon Textures & Filters
  • Moonrise & Moonset Times
  • Lunar Event Notifications
Features
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Moon Phase: Bring the Moon a little closer. Explore the Moon in detailed 3D, with illumination and orientation based on your selected date, time, and location. Check today’s lunar phase, plan a night of photography, or browse how the Moon changes over time. Enjoy an interface designed for both iPhone and iPad. FEATURES • Detailed 3D Moon Explore lunar phases with realistic textures, light, and shadow. • Location-Based Views Use your current location or search for a city to view the Moon from another place. • Interactive Date Navigation Swipe forward or backward by a day, or choose a date from the calendar. • Moonrise and Moonset View rise and set times for supported dates and locations, along with a notice when the Moon is below the horizon at your selected observation time. • Optional Moon Glow Add a soft glow and enhance the illuminated lunar surface. Turn it off whenever you prefer the original rendering. • Six Moon Textures Choose Original, Sharp, Bitonal, Sepia, Blue, or Blood for a different visual style. • Lunar Notifications Enable optional reminders for supported lunar events. • Moon Facts Browse illustrated facts about Earth’s natural satellite. • Designed for iPhone and iPad Enjoy spacious iPad layouts in portrait and landscape, customizable display settings, and English and Spanish language support. Bring the Moon a little closer.

Screenshots

Lunore4 screens
Moon Phase4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Moon Phase at none against Lunore's 2. Moon Phase also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 14 months). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Lunore sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Moon Phase asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lunore ships an update every 14 months, Moon Phase every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Lunore versus Moon Phase: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLunoreMoon Phase
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerdevin sewellJames Sepe

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Lunore

Subscriptions2
  • Lunore Subscription - Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
None

Moon Phase

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Lunore free?
Lunore is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Moon Phase free?
Moon Phase is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Lunore or Moon Phase have ads?
Neither Lunore nor Moon Phase shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lunore or Moon Phase?
Lunore ships an update every 14 months, and Moon Phase every 3 weeks. Most recently, Lunore was updated on November 1, 2026 and Moon Phase on October 30, 2026.

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