Daylight Goals Sunlight Timer vs SignalButton
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Daylight Goals Sunlight Timer
Track your daily sunlight exposure and Vitamin D absorption with this app. It provides real-time weather data, sunrise/sunset notifications, and golden hour countdowns. Monitor your progress with detailed charts and stay motivated with goals and streaks.
- Automatic daylight exposure tracking
- Vitamin-D absorption estimates
- Sunrise and sunset notifications
- Golden Hour countdowns
- Sun exposure charts
- Widgets for home and lock screens
- Sun Compass with shadow angles
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Start taking your sunlight seriously! Daylight Goals is the first and foremost sunlight exposure tracking app on the iPhone & Apple Watch. Ensure you are getting your proper UV exposure levels and how much vitamin-d you are absorbing based on live weather conditions. Learn exactly how much time you have been exposed to the sun automatically with Apple Watch. Never miss your morning sunshine with sunrise notifications and next solar event countdown widgets. And make sure you are ready to capture the best shot with the countdown to Golden Hour. Features: - Automatic Daylight Exposure Tracking via Apple Watch - Vitamin-D IU absorption estimates based on weather conditions and clothing type - Sun timer with HeathKit integration - Sunrise, Sunset and Daylight Time Notifications - Sun Compass with accurate shadow angles & sun position - Golden & Magic Hour countdowns - Sun Exposure Charts (24 hours, 7 day, 6 weeks, and 6 months) - Lock screen, Home Screen & Apple Watch Widgets - Customizable minimum lux threshold - set the perfect amount of daylight for your area - Set a minimum lux threshold to ensure only full sun minutes are counted - Goals & Streaks to keep you motivated - Precipitation radar to see when rain is on the way - 10-Day & Hourly Forecasts to know the best times to get sunlight - UV Index Chart to know when the sun is at its peak power - Sun Path visualization to see the current azimuth angle - Current conditions - Weather widgets - Sunlight Timer to keep track of how long you’ve been outdoors and automatically add it into Apple Health Daylight Widgets Stay up to date with how much sun exposure you are getting by keeping Daylight Goals on your home and lock screens! Add your 7 day sunlight chart to track how much time you’ve spent in the sun for the past week. New in 3.0 - check out the last 28 days widget for a beautiful grid view of your sun data. Sunrise and Sunset Times In the Sun Times view you can see times for Golden Hour, Astronomical Twilight, Nautical Twilight and the total available daylight for any day or any location, now including azimuth angle for even more accuracy! Use the sun path visualization to pinpoint the exact sun position with just a drag of your finger. Sun Compass Setup the perfect shot with the Sun Compass feature, letting you find the exact sun position and angle overlayed on a map! Check out precise shadow positions cast by accurate 3D building renderings. Or use it directly on your Apple Watch when you are out on the trails to plan the perfect sunset snap. Full Weather Forecast Get the full 7 day UV index forecast, or check it out hour by hour so you can always know the best time to catch some rays! In addition, get full temperature, conditions, precipitation and wind forecasts! View live & accurate precipitation radar to know how long you have to get outdoors. Discover the Power of Sunlight: If you are affected by SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) daylight Goals can help to boost your vitamin D intake by helping you reach your sun health goals. In the summer months Daylight Goals can help you ensure you aren’t getting too many rays and help to prevent sunburn. By getting morning sunlight you can get in tune with your natural circadian rhythm, which can certainly help to improve your sleeping habits. Secure and Private: We take your privacy seriously. All of your data is stored within the Apple Health app, where you have complete control over access. Your location data is completely optional and never leaves your device. Daylight Goals works best when paired with an Apple Watch running watchOS 10 or later to enable automatic Time In Daylight tracking! Time in Daylight is supported on Apple Watch Series 6 and later, Apple Watch SE second generation, and Apple Watch Ultra models. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms: https://daylightgoals.com/#terms Privacy Policy: https://daylightgoals.com/#privacy
SignalButton
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SignalButton empowers individuals with limited mobility and non-verbal users to communicate and call for help independently. WHAT IS SIGNALBUTTON? SignalButton is a communication and accessibility app designed for individuals in care centers, senior living communities, and home care settings. The app provides large, easy-to-tap buttons that enable users to call care staff and communicate pre-prepared messages through text-to-speech synthesis. WHO IS IT FOR? • Elderly users with limited motor control • Non-verbal individuals • People with paralysis or severe mobility restrictions • Individuals in care settings who need simplified communication • Anyone who benefits from large-button communication interfaces KEY FEATURES - Large, high-contrast buttons for easy tapping - Pre-recorded and text-to-speech message delivery - One-tap calling to configured care recipients - Talk button for real-time voice calls - Customizable message library - Simple, intuitive interface designed for accessibility HOW IT WORKS 1. Set up your care center contacts and emergency recipients 2. Create or select pre-prepared messages (e.g., "I need help," "I'm thirsty") 3. Tap large buttons to send messages or call recipients 4. Care center staff receive your calls and messages in real time SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION (In-App Purchase Required) SignalButton requires a paid subscription to use after the free trial period. A 7-day free trial is included so you can explore all features before committing. • Monthly Plan — Recurring monthly subscription • Annual Plan — Discounted annual subscription (save 15%) Both plans include unlimited calling and messaging. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in Settings > [your name] > Subscriptions. Unlimited number of calls. limit of 10 minutes per call. PRIVACY & ACCESSIBILITY • Designed with WCAG AA+ accessibility standards • Full privacy control — contacts and messages stored on your device • Audio calls transmitted securely to recipients Terms of Use: https://webfrontend.redsky-9bd51384.westcentralus.azurecontainerapps.io/terms Privacy Policy: https://webfrontend.redsky-9bd51384.westcentralus.azurecontainerapps.io/privacy IMPORTANT: SignalButton is a communication tool, not an emergency service or medical device. For life-threatening situations, contact emergency services (911 in the US).
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SignalButton at 15.0 against Daylight Goals Sunlight Timer's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Daylight Goals Sunlight Timer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and SignalButton sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Daylight Goals Sunlight Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, SignalButton every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Daylight Goals Sunlight Timer | SignalButton |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (85 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 61.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 85 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 116 MB | 89 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Swift Fox Software LLC | ANIMAL HEALTH PUBLICATIONS, L.L.C. |
In-app purchases
Daylight Goals Sunlight Timer
- Premium Weekly3 Days trial$1.997 Days
- Daylight Goals Premium Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Daylight Goals Premium Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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- Premium Yearly1 Year trial$9.991 Year
- Premium Yearly$9.991 Year
- Premium Lifetime$19.99
SignalButton
- SignalButton Monthly Access7 Days trial$5.991 Month
- SignalButton Yearly Access7 Days trial$59.991 Year
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