Moontra vs Tsukuyomi
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Moontra
Track the moon's phases and celestial events with this lunar companion. It provides real-time moon phase information, upcoming full and new moons, and eclipse tracking. Stay connected to the lunar cycle with a simple and elegant interface.
- Real-time moon phase viewing
- Full moon and new moon tracking
- Eclipse event discovery
- Lunar calendar dates
- Optional event notifications
- Sky insights
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Moontra – Your Lunar Companion Discover today’s moon phase, follow the lunar calendar, and stay aligned with celestial events. Moontra helps you: • View real-time moon phases • Explore upcoming full moons, new moons & eclipses • Track lunar calendar dates • Receive optional moon event notifications • Understand sky insights in a simple, elegant interface Whether you love astronomy, astrology, or simply watching the night sky, Moontra keeps you connected to the rhythm of the moon.
Tsukuyomi
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Tsukuyomi is a serene moon phase journal that connects the wisdom of lunar cycles with the rhythm of your everyday life. Write your wishes under the new moon. Release what no longer serves under the full moon. Live in tune with the ancient wisdom of the moon. KEY FEATURES — Tonight's Moon See today's moon phase, lunar age, and illumination at a glance. A poetic message accompanies each phase to inspire reflection. — Lunar Calendar A monthly calendar visualizing the moon's rhythm, with days until the next new and full moon clearly shown. — Heart Journal Capture your thoughts with a mood icon. Look back at your entries alongside the moon phase that shaped them. — Seven-Night Moon Journal Follow seven authored prompts and small practices—from looking up at the moon to carrying one insight forward. Nights 1 and 2 are free. — Photos Attach a moon photograph or a memory to your entries. — Fully Offline All data stays on your device. No account, no login, no ads. TSUKUYOMI PRO (optional) Pro unlocks Nights 3–7 of the Seven-Night Moon Journal, unlimited moon-card redraws, and an on-device moon reflection that helps you revisit your entry alongside the lunar phase. The current Japan storefront prices are ¥150 weekly, ¥480 monthly, and ¥2,800 annually; Apple shows the price and eligibility for any introductory offer before purchase. Your journal text stays on your device and is never sent to an external service. WHO IT'S FOR - Anyone wanting to bring lunar rhythm into daily life - People seeking a daily mindfulness or self-reflection practice - Lovers of spirituality, manifestation, or wellness - Anyone looking for a beautiful, serene Japanese journal app Look up at the moon. Write what comes to mind. That becomes the record of your journey. — Developer: Starcrown, Inc. Support: https://starcrown.co.jp/support Privacy Policy: https://starcrown.co.jp/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Moontra at none against Tsukuyomi's 6. Moontra also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Tsukuyomi's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). On price 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. Tsukuyomi sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Moontra asks for nothing beyond the download.
Moontra ships an update every 3 weeks, Tsukuyomi every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Moontra | Tsukuyomi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Veronica Gutierrez | Starcrown Inc |
In-app purchases
Moontra
No in-app purchases
Tsukuyomi
- Tsukuyomi Pro Weekly3 Days trial$0.997 Days
- Tsukuyomi Pro Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Tsukuyomi Pro Yearly7 Days trial$17.991 Year
- Small Gift$0.99
- Medium Gift$1.99
- Generous Gift$5.99
