SPF vs Sunny
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SPF
This app helps you achieve a faster and safer tan by tracking UV levels, providing personalized routines, and reminding you to reapply sunscreen. Monitor your progress and avoid burns with a structured approach to sun exposure.
- Real-time UV level checks
- Customized tanning routines
- Daily SPF and skincare plan
- Sunscreen reapplication alerts
- Tan progress tracking
- Quick tan timer
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SPF helps you understand UV conditions and plan your time in the sun with a personalized routine built around your skin type. WHAT YOU GET WITH YOUR SUBSCRIPTION - Real-time UV index — see current UV levels for your location - Personalized tanning routine — tailored to your skin type - Quick Tan timer — time your tanning sessions - Tan progress tracking — log your sessions A clear plan instead of guesswork. Built for people who want structure around their time in the sun. Download SPF and start building your routine. — — — SUBSCRIPTION SPF is a subscription-based app. An active auto-renewable subscription is required to access app features. SPF Premium is $5.99/week with a 3-day free trial. Pricing and subscription length are also shown in the app before purchase. - Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. - Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - Manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in your Apple ID Account Settings. - Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited upon purchase of a subscription. DATA & PRIVACY SPF processes facial and skin images on your device to estimate skin attributes (such as tone and skin type) used to personalize your tanning routine. No biometric identification data is collected. All image data is stored exclusively on your device and is deleted when you uninstall the app. HEALTH & SAFETY NOTICE SPF provides general guidance based on UV index and weather data. It is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. UV exposure carries inherent risks, including skin damage, premature aging, and skin cancer. Consult a qualified healthcare professional or dermatologist before making decisions about sun exposure, particularly if you have a history of skin conditions, are taking photosensitizing medications, or have other health concerns. Always follow guidance from medical professionals over recommendations in this app. WEATHER DATA SPF uses Apple Weather to provide UV index and weather information. Learn more about Apple WeatherKit at: https://weatherkit.apple.com/legal-attribution.html LINKS Terms of Use (EULA): https://forested-danger-c97.notion.site/SPF-Terms-and-Conditions-1d21673c1ce280598b03c03583b3bf14 Privacy Policy: https://forested-danger-c97.notion.site/SPF-Privacy-Policy-1d21673c1ce2807fa560e63f8cb21191
Sunny
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Tan without the burn. Sunny works out how long you can safely stay in the sun today, based on your skin type and the live UV index where you are. Then it counts you down, tells you when to flip and reapply, and tracks your glow over time. YOUR SAFE TIME, NOT A GENERIC NUMBER Answer a few quick questions about how your skin burns and tans. Sunny turns today's UV into minutes you can actually use, and updates them as the sun moves. A SESSION TIMER THAT GUIDES YOU Start a session, and Sunny counts down each round, tells you when to turn over, and warns you before you reach your limit. Log your SPF and the plan adjusts around it. CATCH YOUR GOLDEN WINDOW See the whole day of UV ahead of you, hour by hour, so you know when to go out and when to stay in the shade. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Take a selfie, and Sunny reads your skin tone on your device, then shows how your tan develops over time, alongside your sun damage and recovery. Your photos never leave your phone. MEET YOUR SUN BUDDY Earn coins for safe sessions, build a streak, and unlock hats, sunglasses, and outfits to dress up your own little sun. ALSO INSIDE Live UV and weather for your exact spot, or any city you pick SPF recommendations matched to your skin type and today's UV Vitamin D estimates for each session Reminders to reapply, flip, and stop before you burn Achievements and daily quests SUNNY PREMIUM Full access to Sunny requires a subscription: Yearly: $49.99 per year, with a 3-day free trial for eligible new users Weekly: $4.99 per week Prices are in US dollars and may vary by region. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple ID account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you buy a subscription. Sunny gives general sun-safety guidance and is not a medical device. Safe-time and UV figures are estimates. Always use sun protection, and speak to a healthcare professional about any concerns with your skin. Terms of Use: https://a13xxx21312.github.io/sunny-legal/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://a13xxx21312.github.io/sunny-legal/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is chart position: SPF at #57 against Sunny's unranked. 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. SPF sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Sunny sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | SPF | Sunny |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (5K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 31.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #57 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 212 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 17+ |
| Developer | BluPalms | Veranika Asianenka |
Bugs and requests
SPF
Reported bugs
1 issue- Compatibility issues with older devices
Requested features
2 requests- Advanced tanning analytics
- Customizable tanning plans
Sunny
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SPF
- SPF: Weekly Offer Plan$0.997 Days
- Weekly Offer Plan$2.997 Days
- Weekly Plan$3.997 Days
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- Weekly Plan3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- weekly5.99$5.997 Days
- SPF: Yearly Offer Plan$29.991 Year
- SPF: Yearly Offer Plan3 Days trial$47.001 Year
Sunny
- Sunny Weekly$4.997 Days
- Sunny Yearly Offer$34.991 Year
- Sunny Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year








