Comparison

SunkissTimer vs SurfMatch

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

Head to head
About

SunkissTimer

This app helps you safely enjoy sun exposure with personalized plans and real-time UV data. It analyzes your skin type to provide tailored recommendations and uses a timer to prevent overexposure, promoting healthy Vitamin D levels and a radiant glow.

Highlights
  • Personalized sun exposure plans
  • Real-time UV and temperature data
  • Intuitive sun exposure timer
  • Skin type analysis
  • Vitamin D level tracking
Features
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SunKiss Timer, the ultimate app for smart sun exposure! Designed for anyone who loves the sun but values safety, SunKiss Timer empowers you to enjoy the outdoors while caring for your skin. Powered by Apple WeatherKit for accurate and reliable UV and temperature data. Personalized Sun Plans: Take a snap then will analyze your skin type and exposure level for tailored recommendations. Real-Time Weather Data: Stay informed with precise UV and temperature updates powered by Apple WeatherKit. Countdown to Radiance: Track your sun exposure with an intuitive timer to avoid overexposure. Health Meets Glow: Achieve healthy Vitamin D levels and a radiant glow without risk. Whether you're sunbathing or just stepping out, SunKiss Timer keeps you safe while helping you shine. Perfect for those who want a touch of the sun, without the risk. Privacy policy:https://sunkiss-timer.web.app/privacypolicysunkiss.html Term of use:https://sunkiss-timer.web.app/TermsofUsesunkiss.html check the weather detail in: https://weatherkit.apple.com/legal-attribution.html

About

SurfMatch

This app provides AI-powered surf forecasts and wave tracking to help surfers find the best conditions. It offers a clean interface with essential data, including a surf score, interactive maps, and local creator profiles. An optional Pro subscription unlocks advanced features like live buoy data and a 14-day outlook.

Highlights
  • AI-powered surf score (0-5 rating)
  • Hyper-local AI analysis
  • 3-day and 14-day forecasts
  • Interactive map with swell and wind vectors
  • Live offshore buoy data
  • Strike Zone tidal curve prediction
  • Unlimited saved surf spots (Pro)
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Stop checking five different apps to figure out where to paddle out. SurfMatch is the ultimate wave tracker and surf forecaster designed to help you score better waves and avoid getting skunked. A NOTE FROM CORY, FOUNDER & SURFER: Most surf apps are cluttered with confusing graphs and aggressive ads. SurfMatch was built by surfers who wanted a better way. We combine powerful marine data, real-time offshore buoys, and modern AI to give you a clean, tactical edge in the lineup. WHAT YOU GET FOR FREE: The SurfMatch Score: Stop doing mental math with wind angles and swell periods. Our algorithm synthesizes the data to give every spot a strict 0-5 rating. Free SurfMatch Intelligence™: Test-drive our AI with a free, hyper-local analysis. Tap the AI icon to get a highly technical breakdown of your break's bathymetry and swell metrics before you paddle out—no subscription required. Local Creator Profiles: Want your session captured? Spot forecasts now feature local surf photographers and videographers. Check out their portfolios and connect directly to book a shoot. 3-Day Forecasts: Accurate, hyper-local wave windows for your nearest breaks. Interactive Map Cues: Read the lineup instantly with intuitive map vectors (Blue for Swell, Pink for Wind). Simple, Clean Interface: Get the essential data (swell height, wave energy, wind direction, and tide tracking) without needing a meteorology degree. Save Your Spots: Pin up to 3 of your favorite breaks and sync conditions across devices. UNLOCK SURFMATCH PRO (7-DAY FREE TRIAL): Try it free for 7 days, then $6.99/month or $59.99/year. Cancel anytime. Upgrade to unlock the ultimate forecasting toolkit: The Strike Zone: Never miss the window. We’ve engineered a dynamic tidal curve that actively tracks against a break's unique bathymetry. When the tide hits the optimal window, it locks into the Strike Zone. Live Buoy Data: Stop relying exclusively on old weather models. Pull real-time wave height and swell periods directly from offshore stations to see what is happening in the water right now. Pro SurfMatch Intelligence (AI): Chat with our smart surf agent. Ask, "Where should I take my twin-fin today?" and get actionable advice based on your quiver, live data, and local mechanics. 14-Day Outlook: Plan your sessions, road trips, and global strike missions up to two weeks in advance. Unlimited Favorites: Save your entire local hit-list in a day-by-day matrix sorted by live conditions. Download SurfMatch today and know before you go. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.surfmatchapp.com/legal-pages/terms-conditions Privacy Policy: https://www.surfmatchapp.com/legal-pages/privacy-policy

Screenshots

SunkissTimer4 screens
SurfMatch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SurfMatch at 100% against SunkissTimer's 52%. SurfMatch also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 days). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. SunkissTimer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and SurfMatch sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SunkissTimer ships an update every 10 days, SurfMatch every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SunkissTimer versus SurfMatch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSunkissTimerSurfMatch
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (75 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews51.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings75 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXIANG GANG HARMONY LIMITEDCory King

Customer experience

SunkissTimer

All ratings75 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral6.7%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive51.5%
Neutral18.2%
Negative30.3%

SurfMatch

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

SunkissTimer

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Camera not ready error
  • App crashes when starting goals
  • App crashes when adding location
  • App won't load
  • Kicks user off after skin type selection
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  • Cannot scroll to 'ok' button
  • Ads prevent calculation
  • App won't let user scroll to press ok

Requested features

8 requests
  • Allow free access to routines
  • Mention subscription costs in description
  • Improve camera functionality
  • Fix scrolling issue for 'ok' button
  • Add Celsius/Fahrenheit option
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  • Enable photo-based routine calculation for free users
  • Remove ads from free version
  • Allow users to decline upgrade offers without exiting

SurfMatch

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SunkissTimer

Subscriptions3
  • Sunkiss Plus3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Year PRO$14.991 Year
  • year plan$29.991 Year
2 purchases

SurfMatch

Subscriptions2
  • SurfMatch Pro Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • SurfMatch Pro Annual Subscription7 Days trial$44.991 Year

Questions

Is SunkissTimer free?
SunkissTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SurfMatch free?
SurfMatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SunkissTimer or SurfMatch have ads?
SunkissTimer shows ads; SurfMatch does not.
Which is updated more often, SunkissTimer or SurfMatch?
SunkissTimer ships an update every 10 days, and SurfMatch every 4 days. Most recently, SunkissTimer was updated on October 14, 2026 and SurfMatch on September 30, 2026.

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