FrostDate 2 vs SunGaze
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FrostDate 2
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Frost Date lets you browse weather stations managed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Find the ones closest to your location and find spring and fall frost dates. You can also use Apple Intelligence to get suggestions for vegetables to plat around that weather station based on the season length and frost dates.
SunGaze
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SunGaze helps you find moments when the sun is actually visible. Sunrise and sunset times don't always tell the full story. Clouds can completely hide the sun, even during the best solar hours. SunGaze analyzes local sky conditions to predict when the sun is most likely to appear, helping you catch sunlight moments that would otherwise be missed. Receive live Sun Visibility Alerts when conditions become favorable around sunrise and sunset. Whether you're practicing sungazing, watching a sunrise, taking photos, or simply looking for clear views of the sun, SunGaze helps you make better decisions based on real sky conditions. FEATURES Hyper-Local Sun Visibility See when the sun is most likely to appear based on local cloud conditions and Sun Disc Visibility analysis. Live Sun Visibility Alerts Get notified when favorable visibility conditions develop around sunrise and sunset. Sunrise and Sunset Tracking Follow daily solar events alongside visibility predictions for a more complete picture of the sky. Cloud-Based Sky Analysis Understand how cloud conditions affect the likelihood of seeing the sun. Personalized Forecasts Location-based analysis tailored to your local sky conditions. Fast and Lightweight Quick access to visibility information with minimal battery impact. • Sungazing practitioners • Sunrise & sunset photographers • Outdoor enthusiasts • Nature lovers • Anyone looking for clearer views of the sun Sunrise and sunset tell you when the sun should be there. SunGaze helps you know when you'll actually see it. Privacy Policy: https://sungaze.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://sungaze.app/terms Apple Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FrostDate 2 at none against SunGaze's 2. SunGaze's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. SunGaze sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. FrostDate 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.
FrostDate 2 ships an update monthly, SunGaze every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FrostDate 2 | SunGaze |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 53 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Second Floor Software LLC | SALIH EREN AKBAS |
In-app purchases
FrostDate 2
No in-app purchases
SunGaze
- SunGaze Premium$4.991 Month
- SunGaze Premium$39.991 Year
