Comparison

Sunset Roaster vs Sunrise & Sunset Tracker

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

Head to head
About

Sunset Roaster

Features
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Sunset Roaster is a simple sunset photo journal for people who never want a great sky to disappear into their camera roll. Capture a sunset with a new photo or choose one from your library, then save the note and place behind the moment. With Sunset Roaster you can: - Save sunset photos with notes and location details - Auto-fill places from your current location or photo metadata when available - Browse past sunsets in a calm, swipeable timeline - View saved sunset locations on a map - Unlock Sunset Reminders Pro with a one-time purchase for local sunset notifications Private by design: - Your photos, notes, and location data stay on your device - No account required - No ads - No third-party analytics or tracking Sunset Reminders Pro is an optional one-time, non-subscription purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Sunrise & Sunset Tracker

This app predicts sunrise and sunset quality, golden hour, and blue hour. It provides simple scores and clear explanations to help you know when the sky will be at its best for photography or outdoor activities.

Highlights
  • Sunrise & sunset quality scores
  • Golden hour and blue hour timing
  • Twilight tracking
  • Sky quality explanations
  • Smart reminders
  • Sun direction maps
Features
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Sunset helps you know when the sky is worth chasing. Track sunsets, sunrise conditions, golden hour, blue hour, twilight, first light, and the best moments to step outside. Whether you're planning a walk, beach trip, photo session, or simply looking for a beautiful sky, Sunset helps you decide when to go. Unlike traditional weather apps, Sunset is designed around light, atmosphere, and sky quality, not just temperature and rain. It gives you simple scores, clear explanations, and forecasts that help you know whether tonight's sky could glow. KNOW WHEN THE SKY WILL GLOW Sunset predicts sunrise and sunset quality using cloud coverage, visibility, humidity, atmospheric conditions, and light timing. Every forecast includes: - Sunset & sunrise scores - Golden hour timing - Blue hour timing - Twilight tracking - First light & last light - Sky quality explanations - Confidence indicators - Smart reminders - Sun direction maps Whether the sky looks dramatic, soft, colorful, glowing, or hidden behind clouds, Sunset helps you understand why. SUNSET FORECASTS MADE SIMPLE Open the app and instantly see: - Is tonight worth going out for? - When will the best light happen? - How good will the sunset be? - Why does the forecast look good or bad? - Which upcoming day looks best? Sunset translates conditions into clear recommendations: Go / Maybe / Skip TRACK EVERY MAGIC HOUR Sunset goes beyond sunrise and sunset times. Discover the beautiful transitions of light throughout the day: - Golden Hour - Blue Hour - Civil Twilight - Nautical Twilight - Astronomical Twilight - First Light - Last Light - Solar Noon Perfect for photography, videography, travel planning, outdoor activities, or simply appreciating the sky. UNDERSTAND WHY A SUNSET LOOKS AMAZING Sunset doesn't just show a score. It explains the sky with forecast factors including: - High clouds - Mid clouds - Low clouds - Visibility - Humidity - Atmospheric haze - Air quality - Forecast confidence Some sunsets look dramatic because of high cloud reflections. Some look soft because of haze and moisture. Some disappear behind thick low clouds. Sunset helps you understand the difference before you leave home. FOLLOW THE SUN Use the interactive map to see exactly where the sun will rise and set. Features include: - Sun direction maps - Sunrise & sunset rays - Time sliders - Azimuth information - Location search - Multi-location support Whether you're planning a beach sunset, city skyline photo, mountain hike, or travel destination, Sunset helps you find the right direction and timing. SMART REMINDERS Never miss the perfect sky again. Get notified before: - Beautiful sunsets - Golden hour - Blue hour - Sunrise - Twilight moments Set reminders based on sky quality and forecast conditions, so you only get alerts when the sky is truly worth chasing. DESIGNED FOR A CALMER EXPERIENCE Sunset is built with a clean, minimal, atmospheric design inspired by natural light. No clutter. No complicated charts. Just beautiful skies, simple forecasts, and better moments outdoors. PRO FEATURES Unlock advanced planning tools with Sunset Pro: - 7-day sunset forecasts - Advanced sky quality factors - Multi-location tracking - Smart quality alerts - Advanced sun direction tools - Extended map features - Detailed forecast explanations Perfect for photographers, travelers, and anyone who wants to plan a better golden hour experience. FIND BEAUTY IN THE SKY EVERY DAY Sometimes the best moments happen right above us. Sunset helps you slow down, step outside, and notice the light. We'd love to hear from you! Feedback & Support: sps-team@needodo.com Privacy Policy: https://api-cle.needodo.com/acchtml/sunrisesunset/privacy.html Terms of Service: https://api-cle.needodo.com/acchtml/sunrisesunset/terms.html

Screenshots

Sunset Roaster4 screens
Sunrise & Sunset Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Sunrise & Sunset Tracker at 18.0 against Sunset Roaster's 26.0. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Sunset Roaster sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Sunrise & Sunset Tracker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Sunset Roaster versus Sunrise & Sunset Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSunset RoasterSunrise & Sunset Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.6 (16 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—16 — better
Update frequency—Every 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS26.018.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMing tai LinShenZhen Niddles Technology Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Sunset Roaster

One-time1
  • Sunset Reminders Pro$1.99
3 purchases

Sunrise & Sunset Tracker

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$19.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Sunset Roaster free?
Sunset Roaster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sunrise & Sunset Tracker free?
Sunrise & Sunset Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Sunset Roaster or Sunrise & Sunset Tracker have ads?
Neither Sunset Roaster nor Sunrise & Sunset Tracker shows ads.

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