Celestron LABS vs SolarShield Geomagnetic Alerts
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Celestron LABS
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This app needs to be connected to our WiFi camera in order to use itγ 1. Through the app, you can view the real-time video. 2. Through the app, you can record video and photos to phones
SolarShield Geomagnetic Alerts
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SolarShield is a simple alerts-first app without all the fluff. We do alerts first! Most solar storm apps tell you too late, if at all. SolarShield will usually give you 15 to 40 minutes of advance warning so you can unplug or shield critical electronics. Uses AI (machine learning) models and data from multiple sources including space based observations to provide accurate estimates before they arrive. Protect yourself from the next Carrington Event! The app shows recent history and upcoming predictions in an easy to read chart. You can enable multiple notifications for whatever levels concerns you.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Celestron LABS at none against SolarShield Geomagnetic Alerts's shown. Celestron LABS also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.5.0). SolarShield Geomagnetic Alerts's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Celestron LABS ships an update every 2 months, SolarShield Geomagnetic Alerts fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Celestron LABS | SolarShield Geomagnetic Alerts |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly β better |
| Ads | No β better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 β better | 15.5.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shenzhen Joyhonest Technology Co., Ltd | Simon McAuliffe |
In-app purchases
Celestron LABS
No in-app purchases
SolarShield Geomagnetic Alerts
No in-app purchases
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