Comparison

Luminary vs Sunset Predictions

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

Head to head
About

Luminary

Track the sun's position and predict solar and photography events with this offline app. It provides detailed information on sunrise, sunset, twilight phases, and solstices. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and photographers.

Highlights
  • Live Azimuth & Altitude
  • Detailed Solar Events
  • Photography Event Timings
  • Seasonal Solstice Information
  • Offline Functionality
  • Dark Mode Support
Features
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Say hello to Luminary, your personal sun tracker! Whether you’re chasing the perfect sunset, planning your next outdoor adventure, or just want to know where the sun is hiding, Luminary’s got you covered. Luminary works entirely offline, so you can access sun data anytime, anywhere. It’s dirt simple to get started—just launch the app and voilà! --- SUN POSITION Live Azimuth & Altitude SOLAR EVENTS Solar Midnight, Dawn, Astronomical Twilight, Nautical Twilight, Civil Twilight, Sunrise, Solar Noon, Sunset, Civil Twilight, Nautical Twilight, Astronomical Twilight, and Dusk PHOTOGRAPHY EVENTS First Light, Blue Hour, Golden Hour, and Last Light AND MORE! Spring Equinox, Summer Solstice, Autumn Equinox, Winter Solstice, Total Day, Total Night DARK MODE Supports dark mode (including home screen icons)! OFFLINE Sun data calculated on device, no internet required. --- The free version of Luminary is free forever, and contains no ads. If you're looking for the best way to simply view sun data at your current location, downloading Luminary for free is a great place to start. --- Privacy Policy: https://luminary.djpeacher.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://luminary.djpeacher.com/terms

About

Sunset Predictions

This app provides precise sunrise and sunset times, along with quality forecasts for golden and blue hours. Plan your photography, nature outings, or daily routines with customizable alerts and global location support.

Highlights
  • Sunrise and sunset times for any location
  • Sunrise and sunset quality forecast
  • Golden hour and blue hour information
  • Customizable reminders and notifications
  • Widgets for home screen access
  • Sun position and direction map
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Sunset Prediction – Sunix Never miss a beautiful sunrise or sunset again. Whether you're a photographer chasing the perfect shot, a nature lover seeking peaceful moments, or simply someone who enjoys breathtaking skies, Sunix helps you plan every golden moment with precision. Plan Every Moment • Sunrise & Sunset Times: Instantly see the exact time for any location. • Sunrise & Sunset Quality Forecast: Know in advance if the sky will be clear, colorful, or dramatic. • Golden Hour & Blue Hour Information: Capture perfect lighting for photography or video. Stay Notified • Customizable Reminders: Set personalized alerts so you never miss a stunning view. • Average-Based Notifications: Schedule reminders to fire exactly at the average monthly sun event time—perfect for consistent daily routines and smart home automations. • Widgets: Access key information right from your home screen. Explore Anywhere • Custom Location Selection: Check sunrise and sunset times anywhere in the world. • Detailed Calendar View: Browse future days to plan your adventures. • Weather & Visibility Conditions: Get insights into the atmosphere for ideal viewing. • Sun Position & Direction Map: Visualize where the sun will rise and set. *Access to Sunix Premium requires a paid subscription or inviting friends. Download Sunset Prediction – Sunix now and experience every sunrise and sunset at its most beautiful. Privacy Policy: https://mobimount.store/privacy Terms of Use: https://mobimount.store/terms

Screenshots

Luminary4 screens
Sunset Predictions4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Luminary at 5.0 against Sunset Predictions's 4.5. Luminary also leads on monetization model (free vs freemium) and update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). Sunset Predictions's advantage is ratings volume (18 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Luminary sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Sunset Predictions sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Luminary holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sunset Predictions has 18 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Luminary ships an update every 3 days, Sunset Predictions fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Luminary versus Sunset Predictions: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLuminarySunset Predictions
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.5 (18 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings118 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJonathan PeacherNadiia Martyniuk

Customer experience

Luminary

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Sunset Predictions

All ratings18 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral11.1%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Luminary

One-time4
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$2.99
  • Large Tip$4.99
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  • Giant Tip$9.99
3 purchases

Sunset Predictions

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Plan3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Yearly Plan$18.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Plan$59.99

Questions

Is Luminary free?
Luminary is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sunset Predictions free?
Sunset Predictions is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Luminary or Sunset Predictions?
Luminary is rated higher. Luminary averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Sunset Predictions averages 4.5 from 18 ratings.
Do Luminary or Sunset Predictions have ads?
Neither Luminary nor Sunset Predictions shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Luminary or Sunset Predictions?
Luminary ships an update every 3 days, and Sunset Predictions fortnightly. Most recently, Luminary was updated on October 21, 2026 and Sunset Predictions on October 8, 2026.

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