The sun rises and sets, every single day. It’s an experience we share as humans, something that connects everyone in the world.
But in our crazy modern world, it’s easy to get disconnected. School, work, kids, stress...they all pull us away from the experiences that bind us together and make us human.
Sunchime helps you stay connected. It’s intentionally simple and focused, and doesn’t try to do a thousand things. It does one thing well: keep you in sync with the oldest clock on Earth.
At sunrise and sunset, Sunchime reminds you to pause, step outside, and take in the moment. To be present and reflect on the upcoming day or the one that’s just finished. To reconnect to the sun’s rhythm and to the millions of people around the world who, at that very same instant, are watching the sun rise or set with you.
With Sunchime, you can:
- Plan your day knowing exactly when the sun will rise or set (automatically updated for wherever you are)
- Pause to take a moment, be present, and reflect when the day begins and ends
- Mark the moment the sun crosses the horizon with beautiful sounds and and subtle haptics
- Watch a beautiful sunrise or sunset animation even when you’re indoors or under clouds
- Know when to leave so you get to your favorite sunrise or sunset spot in time to see the big event
- Keep track of when the sun rises and sets at your favorite locations around the world (where a loved one lives, or an iconic place like the summit of Mt. Everest)
- Find your “sun buddy”, a city or place experiencing the “opposite” sun event from you (who sees the sunrise at the exact moment you watch the sunset?)
- Know when the polar day and night will end (shout out to Santa, penguins, and all our other extreme latitude friends)
What people are saying about Sunchime:
- “Sunchime is one of those rare apps that feels intentional in every detail.” — S.G.
- “It’s so nice to get a little reminder every day to take a breath and look outside to see the sunset.” — G.G.
- “I have a lot of trouble living in the moment, but this app helps me so much. The simple notification on my phone reminds me to take a moment and be present. I seriously love this app and recommend it to anyone working on their mental health.” — J.C.
- “I live near the beach and can see the sunset there almost every night, but I often forget to go. now that Sunchime reminds me, I’m watching more sunsets than ever.” — E.J.
- “It’s such a simple thing, but the notifications make me stop and appreciate the world around me. I love it.” — K.P.
- “As a runner and a surfer, Sunchime reminds me how much daylight I have left to get outside and soak in the rays!” — T.N.
- “I appreciate an opportunity to know when the sun is about to rise or set, giving me a moment to pause and reflect.” — D.T.
- “The sunrise notification reminds me to put down my phone and get started on my day. It definitely works.” — P.B.
Experience more with Sunchime+:
- Sunchime is free to use. And for those who would like more sounds, animations, and notification options to deepen the ritual, Sunchime+ is available as a low cost yearly subscription.
See more sunrises,
watch more sunsets,
be present in the moment,
with Sunchime.
Wow! Sunchime has become a quick twice daily ritual/reminder in my life. It’s simple, it's calm, and easy to use. In the mornings, the chime helps me break the habit of scrolling on my phone and move forward with starting my day. The sunset chime has turned into a nice way to pause and let go of the day before settling into my family time.One thing I didn’t expect was how much the morning/evening affirmations would stick with me. I have started writing them in notes for my family and putting them on their packed lunches. ❤️
An amazing app!
BirdK8
As a girl in college, my friends and I always like knowing when the sun rises and sets so we can go out and watch it together. Also, when walking back from class, work or the gym, it’s good to know to plan around when it will be dark. This app not only tells you the time but also gives notifications, graphics, widgets, + more! It’s designed well so using it is very easy. I love recommending this app to my friends!
Helps with my mental health
Josie Crockwell
I have a lot of trouble living in the moment, but this app helps me so much. Even if I don’t have time to go outside and see the sunset, the simple notification on my phone reminds me to take a moment and be present. I seriously love this app and recommend it to anyone working on their mental health
Simple, Intentional, and Beautifully Crafted
scottgm1975
Sunchime is one of those rare apps that feels intentional in every detail. The design is calm and cohesive, from the warm gradients to the beautifully simple typography. It immediately puts you in the right headspace.What really stands out is the craftsmanship. The sunset animations are smooth and subtle, and the paired sounds and gentle haptics at sunset elevate the experience. It feels immersive without being distracting.It does not try to do too much. It focuses on helping you reconnect with the rhythm of the day, and it executes that idea extremely well.Simple, polished, and thoughtful. Highly recommended.
A small number of minor fixes. Nothing to see here. :-)
Version 1.16.1
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