Sunset Check vs Gonna Rain?
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sunset Check
This app forecasts the quality of daily sun events, helping photographers, travelers, and nature lovers capture perfect sunrises and sunsets. It provides global location search, a quality rating system, and optimal viewing windows for breathtaking moments.
- Global location search
- Sun event quality rating
- Optimal viewing window prediction
- 7-day forecast
- Real-time weather
- Webcam access
- Sun direction map
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Welcome to Sunset Check – your personal assistant for capturing the perfect sunrise and sunset. Whether you’re a photographer, traveler, or nature lover, our innovative app uses a custom algorithm to forecast the quality of daily sun events, ensuring you never miss a breathtaking moment. Key Features: • Global Location Search: Easily find the best spots around the world. • Quality Rating System: Know exactly when conditions are ideal. • Optimal Viewing Window: Catch the enchanting blue and golden hours. • 7-Day Weekly Forecast: Plan your week around stunning sunrises and sunsets. • Real-Time Weather Conditions: Stay informed with up-to-date forecasts. • Access to webcams that are near your location, allowing you to see real-time weather conditions. • A map view that displays the sun's direction, indicating where the sun will rise and set. • Alternate Layouts: Choose your viewing experience for maximum clarity. • Favorites & Default Location: Save your favorite spots for quick access every time. Perfect for: • Photographers – Capture breathtaking golden hour shots. • Travelers – Plan the perfect sunset views for your next adventure. • Outdoor Enthusiasts – Never miss a magical moment in nature. • Download Sunset Check now and transform the way you experience the sky! • Set your alerts, find the best locations, and capture stunning sunsets with confidence! Designed & Built in California
Gonna Rain?
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A rain app that notifies you if it's going to rain, snow, or hail. I made this app so I know when to walk the dog or if it's going to snow today. It's free. You're welcome.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Gonna Rain? at every 3 weeks against Sunset Check's every 2 months. Gonna Rain? also leads on iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Sunset Check ships an update every 2 months, Gonna Rain? every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sunset Check | Gonna Rain? |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (7 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Darin Tang | Albert Xu |
In-app purchases
Sunset Check
No in-app purchases
Gonna Rain?
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Sunset Check free?
Is Gonna Rain? free?
Do Sunset Check or Gonna Rain? have ads?
Which is updated more often, Sunset Check or Gonna Rain??
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