# EclipseGo vs Kairos

The clearest difference is monetization model: EclipseGo at free with in-app purchases against Kairos's subscription. EclipseGo also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 26.5). Kairos's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EclipseGo sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Kairos sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for EclipseGo against 5.0 for Kairos. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EclipseGo | Kairos |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eclipsego-2026-total-eclipse/id6479233677/reviews) | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kairos-shift-tracker/id6792157855/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **3** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 44 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 26.5 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Garafa, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/284829377) | [BOAZ TIMOTHY WHEALY](https://appshunter.io/developer/6791718585) |

## What reviewers say

### EclipseGo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eclipsego-2026-total-eclipse/id6479233677)

This app helps you find and share details about the 2024 Total Eclipse for any location. It provides information on eclipse type, key timings, maximum coverage, and duration. An optional upgrade offers favoriting locations and a countdown timer.

**Highlights:** Eclipse type identification, Key moment timings, Max partial eclipse coverage, Total eclipse duration, Location sharing, Favorite locations (Pro), Countdown timer (Pro)

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 Eclipse Cloud Cover | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pro Upgrade | $3.99 | one-time |


### Kairos

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kairos-shift-tracker/id6792157855)

This app helps shift workers and their families stay synchronized by providing a clear, shareable schedule. It allows users to easily track rotations, see real-time duty status, and receive notifications about upcoming shifts. Designed for professionals with complex schedules, it aims to eliminate guesswork and keep everyone informed.

**Highlights:** Shareable shift calendar, Real-time duty status, Customizable shift rotations, Home screen widgets, Apple Watch support, Multiple calendar tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kairos Pro - Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Kairos Pro - Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EclipseGo free?

EclipseGo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Kairos free?

Kairos is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, EclipseGo or Kairos?

EclipseGo and Kairos are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 3 ratings respectively.

### Do EclipseGo or Kairos have ads?

Neither EclipseGo nor Kairos shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, EclipseGo or Kairos?

EclipseGo ships an update every 3 weeks, and Kairos every 3 weeks. Most recently, EclipseGo was updated on October 24, 2026 and Kairos on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*