Comparison

Solunar+ vs Fish Cast

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

Head to head
About

Solunar+

Predicts optimal fishing and hunting times using solar, lunar, tide, and weather data. Plan your outdoor adventures with location-specific forecasts and detailed event analysis. Integrates with your calendar for timely reminders.

Highlights
  • Accurate fishing/hunting forecasts by location
  • Detailed peak time analysis
  • Tide and weather data integration
  • NOAA tide station selection
  • Location modifier for trip planning
  • Calendar integration and reminders
  • 10-day weather forecast
Features
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No more guessing when to fish or hunt, the must-have app for every outdoorsman. Powered by advanced algorithms and real-time data, Solunar+ calculates optimal fishing or hunting times based on solar and lunar events, tides, and weather patterns specific to your location. No more wasted hours waiting for the right moment – Solunar+ ensures you're at your favorite spot at the perfect time. Features: Accurate fishing or hunting forecasts tailored to your location. Detailed analysis of peak fishing/hunting times, including sunrise, sunset, moonrise, moon overhead, moonset and moon underfoot. Tide and weather such as barometer, wind speed and direction displayed for the solunar event, no need to flip through screens for info. Automatically selects the closest NOAA tide station or select preferred station manually. Location modifier for trip planning, search for locations such as Lake Tahoe, or add coordinates manually. Seamlessly send interesting Solunar+ events to your Apple Calendar, receive reminders on your iPhone, and iWatch even when app is not running. Sun moon times from US Naval Observatory, world's foremost authority. 10 Day Weather forecast. Fast onboarding to get you started quickly. Barometer, time, geo formats adjustable. Complete Help Screens. Light Dark mode.

About

Fish Cast

Features
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FishCast is your all-in-one fishing companion that helps you plan the perfect fishing trip using science-backed data and real-time forecasts. FISH HEATMAP Discover where fish are on the map with color-coded heatmap zones. Green, yellow, orange and red circles show fish density based on species, season and region. Tap fish markers to see species details instantly. 116 SPECIES FISH GUIDE Browse the world's most popular fishing species with detailed information for each: natural baits with effectiveness ratings, artificial lures with techniques, seasonal calendar, fishing methods, legal size limits, and closed seasons. Fish names available in 18 languages. FISH ACTIVITY PREDICTIONS Know exactly when fish are most likely to bite. Our hourly fish activity chart combines solunar data with barometric pressure trends to give you accurate feeding predictions throughout the day. SOLUNAR FORECASTS Access precise major and minor solunar periods calculated for your exact location. Track moon phases, moonrise/moonset times, and sunrise/sunset data. TIDE CHARTS & PREDICTIONS View detailed 24-hour tide charts with high and low tide times, current height, tide trend direction, and current strength indicators. WAVE & MARINE DATA Real-time wave height, swell data, wave period and direction, ocean current speed, and sea surface temperature for coastal anglers. WEATHER INTELLIGENCE Hyperlocal forecasts including temperature, wind speed, barometric pressure with trend analysis, humidity, precipitation, and hourly breakdowns. SMART NOTIFICATIONS Get alerted before weather changes - storm warnings, rain alerts, and wind increase notifications. Season alerts tell you when your favorite species enter peak season. Customize alert hours and turn off from the notification itself. INTERACTIVE MAP & SAVED SPOTS Tap anywhere on the map for instant forecasts. Long-press to save your favorite fishing spots. Compare conditions across multiple locations. 7-DAY FORECASTS All tabs update dynamically when you change the date. Find the best day to fish before you leave the house. AVAILABLE IN 18 LANGUAGES English, Turkish, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Danish, Norwegian, Finnish, Polish, Russian, Bulgarian, Japanese, Korean, Indonesian, and Hebrew. FISHCAST PRO Unlock the full experience: detailed fish guide with baits and lures, tide charts, wave data, 7-day extended forecast, unlimited saved spots, OpenSeaMap overlay, and species heatmap selection. KEY FEATURES - 116 fish species guide with baits, lures, and seasons - Fish heatmap on interactive map - Hourly fish activity predictions - Solunar clock with feeding periods - Detailed tide charts - Wave and ocean current data - Complete weather forecasts - Smart weather and season notifications - Interactive map with saved spots - 7-day forecasts for all data - Dark and light theme - 18 languages supported Stop guessing, start catching. Download FishCast today. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Solunar+3 screens
Fish Cast4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Solunar+ at none against Fish Cast's 2. Fish Cast's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price and ads 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. Fish Cast sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Solunar+ asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Solunar+ versus Fish Cast: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSolunar+Fish Cast
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAgostino CalisiAtilla KURT

In-app purchases

None

Solunar+

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Fish Cast

Subscriptions2
  • Fish Cast Premium7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Fish Cast Premium1 Year trial$14.991 Year

Questions

Is Solunar+ free?
Solunar+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Fish Cast free?
Fish Cast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Solunar+ or Fish Cast have ads?
Neither Solunar+ nor Fish Cast shows ads.

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