Comparison

Sunsit Berlin vs Sun Path Sunrise Sunset

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

Head to head
About

Sunsit Berlin

This app visualizes real-time sun and shadow patterns across Berlin, helping you find the sunniest spots. It uses detailed height data to predict shade from buildings and trees, allowing you to plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Highlights
  • Real-time shadow overlay on map
  • Sun/shade timeline for any location
  • Interactive shadow scrubbing
  • Park sun/shade breakdown
  • Save favorite sunny spots
  • Weather integration
Read full description

Sunsit shows you which spots in Berlin are sunny right now and when they will be. Wondering if that cafe terrace is sunny at the moment? Trying to find the best bench in the park for a coffee date in two hours? Sunsit uses a digital elevation model that captures the height of every meter across Berlin (every building, every tree, every structure) and calculates real shadows for cafés, restaurants, Biergärten, lakes, parks, and playgrounds across all 12 districts. No need to go there to check, just open the app and see. FEATURES - Real-time shadow overlay on the map, computed from real-world height data - Tap any place to see its full sun/shade timeline for the day - Interactive scrub: drag through the timeline and watch shadows fly across the map - Explore mode: see and filter which places are sunny/shady around you - Park analysis with sun/shade breakdown percentages - Save your favorite sunny spots with live sun status previews - Search any place in Berlin with instant sun data - Share places from maps apps directly into Sunsit - Create and share sun cards with map, shadows, and timeline - Weather integration: cloud cover, temperature, and rain forecasts SUNSIT PRO Upgrade to unlock the full experience: - Pick any date in the future to see sun and shadow data - Sun prediction and weather forecast for the next week - Cloud cover and weather overlays on every timeline - Long-press anywhere on the map for sun data at that exact point - Rename your saved custom spots to find them more quickly - Tree shade vs. building shadow breakdown - Unlimited favorites - Sun hours heatmaps for parks, lakes, playgrounds and more No account required. No ads. No tracking. DATA SOURCES Shadow data is computed from Berlin Open Data (Geoportal Berlin), OpenStreetMap, and the Deutscher Wetterdienst (DWD). — SUNSIT PRO SUBSCRIPTION Sunsit is free to use. Sunsit Pro is an optional auto-renewable subscription that unlocks the features listed above. The yearly subscription offers a 7-day free trial for new users. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, at the same price. You can manage and cancel your subscription by going to your Apple ID account settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sunsit.io/privacy

About

Sun Path Sunrise Sunset

Features
Read full description

Sun Path reveals how daylight moves through the day. View the current position of the sun, check when it rises and sets, and explore how the arc of daylight changes throughout the seasons. Plan outdoor activities, check if it will still be light after work, or simply understand the rhythm of the day. All calculations run directly on your phone. No accounts, no tracking, no external data services. Features Sun path visualization See the arc of the sun across the sky and follow its movement throughout the day. Sunrise and sunset times Check today’s sunrise, sunset and total daylight duration instantly. Daylight awareness See how long the day lasts and how it changes throughout the year. Location flexibility Use your current location or select any place in the world. Offline calculations All sun position calculations run locally on your device. Simple and clear A calm interface designed for quick understanding of daylight. Why Sun Path Daylight shapes how the day unfolds. Sun Path shows when light appears, how long it lasts, and how it changes through the seasons. Plan walks, outdoor time, photography, or daily routines with a clearer sense of the day’s light. Perfect for: • Walkers and outdoor enthusiasts • Photographers and travelers • People curious about daylight and seasons • Anyone living in places where daylight changes dramatically during the year

Screenshots

Sunsit Berlin4 screens
Sun Path Sunrise Sunset4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sun Path Sunrise Sunset at none against Sunsit Berlin's 2. Sun Path Sunrise Sunset also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 weeks) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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. Sunsit Berlin sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Sun Path Sunrise Sunset asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sunsit Berlin ships an update every 4 weeks, Sun Path Sunrise Sunset every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 4 level
Sunsit Berlin versus Sun Path Sunrise Sunset: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSunsit BerlinSun Path Sunrise Sunset
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJanik DostertAngelika Dietrich-Winkler

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Sunsit Berlin

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Yearly7 Days trial$12.991 Year
None

Sun Path Sunrise Sunset

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sunsit Berlin free?
Sunsit Berlin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sun Path Sunrise Sunset free?
Sun Path Sunrise Sunset is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Sunsit Berlin or Sun Path Sunrise Sunset have ads?
Neither Sunsit Berlin nor Sun Path Sunrise Sunset shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sunsit Berlin or Sun Path Sunrise Sunset?
Sunsit Berlin ships an update every 4 weeks, and Sun Path Sunrise Sunset every 2 weeks. Most recently, Sunsit Berlin was updated on October 30, 2026 and Sun Path Sunrise Sunset on October 31, 2026.

Other comparisons