Comparison

UVlower vs SunProtect

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

Head to head
About

UVlower

Features
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Summer, Sun,... Sunburn. Not with UVlower! -an innovative app for sunbathing totally free - no ads - no purchases Get personalized advice for your stay in the Sun and outdoors without having to worry about sunlight and UV exposure. UVlower supports you in selecting the right sun protection factor (SPF) for your skin type, so that is can have more fun while sunbathing Functions: • Get localized infomation based on your GPS Position • After entering your skin type, the applied sun protection factor (SPF), UVlower calculates the best sunbathing duration for your place of residence. • The app uses UV information by UV-Index.at to calculate the optimal duration and exposure to the Sun.

About

SunProtect

This app calculates your safe sun exposure time based on your skin type, sunscreen SPF, and the current UV index. It provides personalized reminders and AI-driven tips for sun protection for up to six family members.

Highlights
  • Live UV index tracking
  • Personalized sun exposure time
  • Sunburn timer with reminders
  • AI daily tips and clothing recommendations
  • Up to 6 family profiles
  • Sunscreen SPF and skin type input
Features
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SunProtect – UV Index, Sun Protection & Sunburn Timer for the Whole Family How long can your child – or you – safely stay in the sun before sunburn sets in? SunProtect calculates your skin's natural protection time from skin type and the current UV index – then extends it by your sunscreen's SPF to give you a personal, safe sun-exposure time. Calculated individually for each family member, for up to 6 people. Children's skin is especially sensitive, and every sunburn counts. That's why it's so important to keep an eye on UV exposure in time – so a beautiful sunny day never turns into a painful sunburn. Your Features: - Live UV index for your location (via GPS or manual location selection) - Personal sun time based on skin type & SPF – calculated individually for each person - Sunburn timer that reminds you when your safe sun time is running out and it's time for the shade - AI daily tip & clothing recommendation – tailored for adults or children (ages 0–3, 3–10, 10–14) - Up to 6 profiles for the whole family - Easy entry of sunscreen (SPF) and skin type Reliable Data The UV index is based on the most accurate data source available for each location – such as the German Weather Service (DWD) in Germany, or high-precision models like ECMWF and the Global Forecast System (GFS) worldwide. So you get the most reliable UV values wherever you are. New: Your Personal AI Sun Tip At the tap of a button, you get a daily tip and a matching clothing recommendation – tailored to adults or your children's age (0–3, 3–10, 10–14). So every day you know how to best protect yourself and your kids from UV radiation. Perfect for: - Families with children and sensitive skin - Parents who want to reliably protect their kids from sunburn - Outdoor sports, beach, hiking, garden & pool - Anyone who takes UV radiation, sun protection and skin health seriously Enjoy the sun without worrying about sunburn – get SunProtect and keep the UV index always in view.

Screenshots

UVlower4 screens
SunProtect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: UVlower at none against SunProtect's 1. UVlower also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, 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. SunProtect sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. UVlower asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

UVlower ships an update monthly, SunProtect every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 1, 2026 and August 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 4 level
UVlower versus SunProtect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUVlowerSunProtect
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.115.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMopius Mobile GmbHWDTEC GmbH

In-app purchases

None

UVlower

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

SunProtect

One-time1
  • Premium$3.99

Questions

Is UVlower free?
UVlower is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SunProtect free?
SunProtect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do UVlower or SunProtect have ads?
SunProtect shows ads; UVlower does not.
Which is updated more often, UVlower or SunProtect?
UVlower ships an update monthly, and SunProtect every 3 months. Most recently, UVlower was updated on September 1, 2026 and SunProtect on August 18, 2026.

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