Light Pollution Map vs Eclipse Nav
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Light Pollution Map
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Light Pollution Map is an essential tool for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts who find themselves in remote areas. With data from the Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite, the app provides a detailed map of light pollution levels in any location. Designed originally for military use, Light Pollution Map allows you to navigate by finding a point of light in the distance. If you ever get lost , this app will guide you towards a source of light, giving you a better sense of direction and a greater chance of finding your way back to civilization. Whether you're hiking, camping, or just exploring the great outdoors, Light Pollution Map will help you stay safe and avoid getting lost. It's an essential tool for anyone who loves to explore off the beaten path. Features: Accurate map of light pollution levels in any location Easy-to-use interface for quick navigation Designed for military and outdoor use Helps you find your way in the dark Free to download and use The data is from the Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) instrument aboard the NASA/NOAA satellite, as captured in 2022. Note that these instruments are not sensitive to white light from LED's, now commonly used in street lights.
Eclipse Nav
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Plan your eclipse viewing experience with real-time cloud cover forecasts, precise path of totality mapping, and multi-language support. Get accurate navigation to the path of totality. Maximize your chances of being in the path of totality under clear skies! Choose between different NOAA, Canadian, and European weather models. View long-range cloud cover forecasts up to 5 days in advance! As the eclipse draws closer, get high-resolution cloud forecasts updated hourly and satellite cloud cover images updated every 5 minutes! If you're already traveling to view the eclipse, wouldn't you want to maximize your chance of seeing totality? Find the closest location in the path of totality with the best chance of cloud-free skies. Find optimal viewing locations under clear skies! Maximize your chances of being in the path of totality with clear skies. View eclipse track paths. Get precise start and end times of all eclipse phases for any location. Find the duration of totality at any location. Find the distance to the centerline of your viewing location. Check current and forecast cloud cover. View predicted cloud coverage based on US, Canadian, and European models - up to 5 days in advance! Not sure which cloud model to use? Our “Automatic Cloud Model” feature picks the most optimal one as the event gets closer. Cloud cover forecasts updated hourly; current satellite cloud cover images updated every 5 minutes. All total, annular, and hybrid eclipses from 2017 to 2050 are supported! Choose between English, Spanish, French, German, or Chinese.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Eclipse Nav at Free against Light Pollution Map's $5.99. Light Pollution Map's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). On ads, 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
Eclipse Nav is free to download; Light Pollution Map costs $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Light Pollution Map | Eclipse Nav |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $5.99 | Free — better |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tigran Mkhitaryan | Doug Pedrick |
In-app purchases
Light Pollution Map
No in-app purchases
Eclipse Nav
No in-app purchases







