Sun Tan City vs The Eastern
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sun Tan City
Streamline your salon experience by checking in before you arrive to secure your spot. Browse available services, manage your membership, and access exclusive specials. This app makes getting your glow easier than ever.
- Pre-arrival check-in
- View wait times
- Purchase memberships and specials
- Manage account details
- Review visit history
- Digital scan card
- Live chat support
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Start looking and feeling better with the Sun Tan City app. Check-in to place yourself in line before you arrive for your favorite sunbed, spray, or wellness spa service! You can even take advantage of Specials, Update your Account, and become a Member. Looking and feeling better has never been easier, because with the app you can: - Check-in to before you arrive - View wait times at your favorite Sun Tan City location - Purchase memberships, packages, and amazing Specials like Free Tan Week - Double Dip or Upgrade to any bed, booth, or wellness service at any time - Use upgrade points, packages and memberships or save your credit and debit card info to pay - Update Account Details such as personal and billing information, membership details, and more - Review your Visit History and repeat your most recent visits with one click - Receive alerts any time we have a new deal - Activate or create a new account - Live Chat with our Client Service Agents - Manage your check-ins and cancel any time - Save your Sun Tan City scan card, so you can leave your keycard at home - Visit our FAQ section for any questions about any of our services, the app or memberships With over 200 locations across the United States, Sun Tan City is the best place to get Get Glowing. Download the new, faster Sun Tan City app today!
The Eastern
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Welcome to elevated living in the palm of your hand! This new, cutting-edge platform provides The Eastern residents with high-tech convenience at the touch of their fingertips. Download the app to: • Access the payment portal • Submit maintenance requests 24/7 and receive status updates • Receive important updates & communication from the community manager • Meet your neighbors through resident interest groups • Participate in our hotel style concierge services program • Reserve amenity spaces within the property • Sign up for building events & fitness classes • Get rewards and discounts to local stores & restaurants • Manage your visitors and send virtual keys • Access all of your digital keys from a single device.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Sun Tan City at every 2 weeks against The Eastern's every 3 months. 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Sun Tan City ships an update every 2 weeks, The Eastern every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sun Tan City | The Eastern |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (12K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 21.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 12K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 76 MB | 193 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | STC MANAGEMENT GROUP, LLC | Elevated Lifestyles Inc |
Bugs and requests
Sun Tan City
Reported bugs
3 issues- White screen on launch
- Inconsistent login functionality
- Inability to complete transactions
Requested features
4 requests- Display past visit history
- Show location hours and details
- Streamline check-in process
- Improve account management
The Eastern
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Sun Tan City
No in-app purchases
The Eastern
No in-app purchases
