Comparison

Moonbox vs Moonglow

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

Head to head
About

Moonbox

This application consolidates multiple AI models into a single interface, allowing users to switch between them for various tasks like coding, writing, and research. It prioritizes user privacy with local data storage and the option to use personal API keys.

Highlights
  • Access 10+ AI models
  • Switch models within conversations
  • Use your own API keys
  • Organized chat sessions
  • Local data storage
  • Lightweight and fast interface
Features
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Moonbox is your all-in-one AI chat companion. Instead of juggling a dozen apps and subscriptions, Moonbox brings the world's leading AI models together in a single, clean interface — so you can talk to the right model for any task, without the friction. KEY FEATURES • One app, every model — Switch between DeepSeek, Doubao, Qwen, GLM and more in the same conversation, or start a fresh chat with the model you prefer. • Bring your own key — Add your own API keys for each provider. Your keys are stored securely on your device and are never shared without your permission. • Seamless switching — Compare answers, reuse context, and pick the best model for coding, writing, brainstorming, or research. • Organized conversations — Keep chats in tidy sessions, copy any response in one tap, and pick up right where you left off. • Lightweight & fast — A focused, distraction-free chat experience that launches instantly and stays out of your way. • Your data stays yours — Conversations are stored locally; you decide what to keep and what to clear. GETTING STARTED Download Moonbox. Add the API key for the model(s) you want to use (obtain keys from each provider's official console). Start chatting — and switch models whenever you like.

About

Moonglow

Transform your device into a gentle night light with adjustable brightness and calming nature sounds. Choose from three moon phases and set a timer for peaceful sleep or quiet moments.

Highlights
  • Soft moonlight with adjustable brightness
  • Three moon phases
  • Calming nature sounds (Rain, Wind, Ocean)
  • Seamless sound loops
  • Adjustable timer with fade-out
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Moonglow turns your screen into a soft, warm night light with calming Rain, Wind, and Ocean sounds. Use it for bedtime, night feeding, nursery check-ins, or quiet moments in the dark. FEATURES • Soft moonlight with adjustable brightness • Three moon phases: Full, Crescent, and New • Rain, Wind, and Ocean in seamless loops • Simple one-tap controls • 5–120 minute timer with gentle fade-out NO ADS. NO SUBSCRIPTIONS. NO TRACKING. Works offline. Made for peaceful nights. Questions or feedback: moonglow.app@outlook.com

Screenshots

Moonbox3 screens
Moonglow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Moonglow at 5.0 against Moonbox's 1.0. Moonglow also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). Moonbox's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Moonglow sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Moonbox asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Moonglow holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Moonbox ships an update every 5 weeks, Moonglow every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Moonbox versus Moonglow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMoonboxMoonglow
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer国威 刘罕天 庞

In-app purchases

None

Moonbox

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Moonglow

One-time1
  • Moonglow Pro$1.99

Questions

Is Moonbox free?
Moonbox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Moonglow free?
Moonglow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Moonbox or Moonglow?
Moonglow is rated higher. Moonbox averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Moonglow averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Moonbox or Moonglow have ads?
Neither Moonbox nor Moonglow shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Moonbox or Moonglow?
Moonbox ships an update every 5 weeks, and Moonglow every 9 days. Most recently, Moonbox was updated on October 28, 2026 and Moonglow on October 28, 2026.

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