Comparison

Luminary vs Weather@365

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

Weather@365

Features
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Weather365 – Your Smart Weather Calendar Stay ahead of the weather, plan your day with ease! Weather365 seamlessly integrates weather forecasts with your calendar, giving you a clear view of daily weather at a glance. Key Features: 24-Hour Weather Forecast: Real-time updates, accurate to the hour 10-Day Weather Trend: Plan ahead with extended forecasts Calendar Weather Display: View weather icons and temperatures directly under calendar dates Multi-Location Support: Add and switch between multiple cities effortlessly Memo Recording: Jot down weather-related reminders, like “Bring an umbrella tomorrow” Why Choose Weather365? Clean, intuitive interface with no ads Fast data sync and offline access Perfect for travel, business trips, and daily life Download Weather365 and make weather forecasts your life companion! —Subscription Plans & Auto-Renewal Info Flexible Subscription Plans for Every Need! Choose the perfect plan for your goals with our diverse subscription options: * 1 Month: Ideal for project-based users * 1 Year: Best value for committed users —Auto-Renewal Details: * Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. * Subscriptions are billed weekly, monthly, bi-monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or annually based on your chosen plan. * Subscriptions auto-renew within 24 hours before the current period ends (except Lifetime). * Renewal charges will be processed within 24 hours before the end of the current period, with the cost depending on your selected plan. * Manage subscriptions or turn off auto-renewal anytime via your Apple ID Account Settings. —Lifetime Membership Perks: * Pay once, unlock all features forever—no renewals, no hassle! Note: * Manage subscriptions at: Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions — Privacy Policy please visit: https://docs.qq.com/doc/DREt1SXJkbG9JYUFT * **Terms of use (EULA): * https://docs.qq.com/doc/DREdKR2ZwYUJaa1hr * **Terms of apple please visit: * https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Luminary4 screens
Weather@3654 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Luminary at Free against Weather@365's $0.99. Luminary also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 4 weeks). On ads, in-app purchases, 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

Luminary is free to download; Weather@365 costs $0.99 up front. Luminary sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Weather@365 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Luminary ships an update every 3 days, Weather@365 every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Luminary versus Weather@365: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLuminaryWeather@365
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJonathan Peacher乐祥 胡

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

Weather@365

Subscriptions2
  • Weather365-专业版30天会员$3.991 Month
  • Weather365-专业版360天会员$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Weather365-专业版终身会员$79.99

Questions

Is Luminary free?
Luminary is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Weather@365 free?
Weather@365 costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Luminary or Weather@365 have ads?
Neither Luminary nor Weather@365 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Luminary or Weather@365?
Luminary ships an update every 3 days, and Weather@365 every 4 weeks. Most recently, Luminary was updated on October 21, 2026 and Weather@365 on October 16, 2026.

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