UV Index Widget - Worldwide Reviews

by Real Thinkscape

Both the Home Screen widget and UVIndexWidget itself are not updating. The widget can be out of date for days (!!!) and when I open UVIndexWidget it will show me old, but different data. Then there’s almost invisible
loading indicator in bottom right corner that will spin for up to a minute before actually showing something relevant. The location doesn’t seem to update well either - I’d be hours in a different town, and it would still show the previous one.

by Cheshire348

I genuinely think, at full working capacity, UVIndexWidget would be my godsend. I love the idea of an hourly forecast and push notifications for a customizable UV Index. And as a UX designer, it’s my opinion that this UI looks clean and intuitive, which I highly appreciate.

However, UVIndexWidget doesn’t seem to recognize that I started my 3 day trial. UVIndexWidget store shows I’m subscribed, but UVIndexWidget is still blocking me from accessing premium options. I’d love to try out UVIndexWidget and base my rating off of my actual experience with it after this is resolved.

Edit: It actually seems to be very inaccurate. UVIndexWidget said it was UV 6 when it was actually UV 8. That’s a large disparity. I think I’ll stick to the default weather app on my phone, unfortunately.

by Gumball845

Well.... Idk. I'm a redhead with pale skin so I wanted a good uv app. At first it was awesome, and my favorite uv app... But now it no longer works on my phone!! It always says the uv is 0 and I know that is definitely wrong. It just doesn't work anymore. I know it's broken because it still works on my iPad... But I don't want to have to bring my iPad everywhere just to check the uv. It was great on my phone/ watch but oh well. Can you please fix this?

by SuburbanWulf

I love UVIndexWidget, and use it to help know when I need to be more careful with my time in the sun.

However, I’m noticing large periods where it doesn’t work. It isn’t showing the UVI, I’m not getting the alerts I requested for the UVI going above or below the requested alert level, and it’s incredibly infuriating. I work outdoors, and I have a housemate who’s sensitive to the UVI, and we both rely on those alerts as well as UVIndexWidget actually telling us what the UVI is. Right now, as I type this, it’s saying the UVI is 0 with a peak UVI of 0, bug when I go to the forecast it says the peak is 6. This needs to be fixed.

by Jeff😝😝😝

Look at the title. Otherwise the only thing I could think about is considering adding in-app features which address sunscreen application reminders in regards to things such as how frequently to apply indoors, with blackout curtains, etc. thanks :)

by Jjwhitbread

This is a very good app. Works all over the world. If I could see the ACTUAL uv index in real time, instead of a projected index assuming a clear day, it would be more useful. Also, it would be helpful to see a forecasted hour-by-hour projection. With these additional enhancements, I would definitely give UVIndexWidget 5 stars!

by MacLoverPro9

I just bought UVIndexWidget for the modular watch face. Very easy app to use. I had a slight problem getting it started and reflecting the UV index. But after sending a review to the developer, I received instructions on how to fix the problem. I am very happy to be able to use this and the features on the free version are wonderful. Thanks for the great customer service. If you are concerned about the UV when you go out I would recommend getting UVIndexWidget.

by RTosten

I love UVIndexWidget, especially the Apple Watch complications and widget. However, I just upgraded to Premium and noticed the UV displayed on the watch complication and widget are different than the current UV displayed when you open UVIndexWidget . Can you make it so the complication and widget display what is displayed in UVIndexWidget ?

by Richie510

Lots of apps have the UV index buried in UVIndexWidget . Dark sky has this too, but hunting for it with 15 taps is a pain. UVIndexWidget brings one of the most useful pieces of weather data front and center so I can plan my day and track my exposure. In the summer UVIndexWidget is a lifeline to help me avoid burning, and help me to know that even though the sun may be “hot” it may not be in the UV exposure that is harmful. In the winter and shoulder months, UVIndexWidget helps me to plan the most pleasant times to be outside, as the sunshine is often more useful than raw temperature.

Fully supports widgets, Apple Watch, AW complications and great info. Thank you!

by Enosfruit

Works for what I needed. Shows the UV levels through out the day at my location and with pro it connects to dark sky weather app to pull in temperatures paired with UV index, magnificent, what a time to be alive living at the beach!

by Manic Bobo

This gets better all the time. The watch app is extremely handy, especially the small complication. Living in Florida with ultra light skin, it’s nice to know at a glance what the Uv is at any part of the day before I go outside. The layout on the phone and watch is plenty informative without getting insane and cluttered. Developer has managed to avoid falling into the “clutter it up trap” most fall into when updating and modifying an app. It’s always crisp and clean with all the data you need without excess or getting complicated. And it looks nice too.

by Abcdelkjh

I have this widget on my home screen and it’s works and looks great. Would highly recommend for anyone who wants a reminder to apply sunscreen throughout out the day and to just be aware of the uv index. Super simple and clean!

by Smartdancr

I was surprised and disappointed to discover that UVIndexWidget, which I’d previously given 5 stars, has a map feature, but does not allow me to see today’s UV forecast for another state.

by Irontommy

I make limited edition photogravures and use the sun for my exposures. UVIndexWidget, the pro version, gives me forecasts of UVI for a week, allowing me to decide in advance what days I can expose on. Works great.

by Joshua Sands

I use this widget in a stack with other weather apps. It’s the only one that gives me UV index info.

I had a weird problem once and the developer worked with me personally to get it fixed - you can’t beat that! 😊

by Flady20

Great App and great customer service! I do rely on it since I am very sensitive to the sun UV rays and living down South doesn’t help but I had a question about how to set it up so it matches my weather App and I got all the help I needed right away :) I do recommend it to anyone caring for their skin.

by Malsum

Love UVIndexWidget! Though it would be helpful for us to access analytics about our sun exposure; specifically how much time we logged in the sun without sunscreen and with sunscreen.

It would also be helpful to automatically activate sun exposure when we input that we’ve put on sunscreen (kindof intuitive).

by Jon Wysack

Disclaimer: this review is NOT to push a prior app that Apple disallowed due to its focus - I only used UVIndexWidget because I have very sensitive skin.

That being said - UVIndexWidget is a very worthy replacement for that app for what I need - it shows me what the UV is now, what the max will be, and what the UV will be over the entire day. This then tells me early in the day if I need sunscreen (usually!) well before I go out so that the sunscreen will have time to be absorbed and for it to be able to do it’s job properly so I don’t get burned.

The widget is very well designed as well with both the current and max values.

Very well done, as a person with sensitive skin I highly recommend it

by Gdrenick

Anyone whoever goes outdoors should have UVIndexWidget. It provides awareness of the UV index and allows for an adjustment of many factors relating to sun and skin sensitivity, sun exposure, aggravating risks and mitigating risks. I use the paid version for enhanced features, but even the free one is great by itself. I have even mentioned UVIndexWidget to my medical specialists who will likely share UVIndexWidget with their colleagues and patients that should manage there sun exposure.

by ThisIsReallyDumb7400

From what I can tell there is no way for UVIndexWidget to update the apple health UV index data if you kill UVIndexWidget . While this is understandable, this was only mentioned *after* they force you to pay for the feature. That felt annoying. If that was fixed I would update my review.

UPDATE: Developer response was good and they considered my suggestion. Updating to 5 stars. Thank you.

by Magswizzle

Bought the full version since it was only a dollar but now UVIndexWidget completely crashes every time I try to open it. Won’t even let me open UVIndexWidget . Deleted and re downloaded and it still is acting the same

by Wadamanian

I used the paid version of UVIndexWidget and it shows the UV index at 5 while the weather app on my iPhone and Accuweather both show 10 and 11 respectively. I just went for a walk and even though it’s 73, I felt my skin scorching, so I’m more inclined to believe the other two apps. UVIndexWidget has one job and it failed. I don’t generally write 1 star reviews but this being potentially used as a health app, I believe inaccurate information presents a public hazard.

by Luigi Bosca

Last update keeps crashing in watchOS 4.3.2 on first generation Apple Watch (the original). Previously UVIndexWidget worked flawlessly. I would really appreciate a fix for this issue.

by FiFeeFy

This is a great app but I really wished there was a badge so I can see the current index in my location without opening up UVIndexWidget .

by BL117

Not sure why but I can’t purchase a subscription. Everything else is great though.

by Brrrrrrrtrtrrr

After this last update UVIndexWidget has flatlined . 2 bad there’s no other feedback mechanism than this review. Now I’ll be spending (how long?) coming up with an untaken nickname to get this posted

by Skater30mph

For spring break this will be useful we are 3 weeks short for spring break. Iam buying water balloons and will be outside for a long time but I m Japanese and have brown skin so I may be ok we’ll see. Currently with mostly sunny skies here UV index is 6.5 at max.

by Crazyivanov

I’ve had the opportunity to speak with the Dev, prior to the most recent update and the adding of the complication to the iWatch. Great communication from him and I’m very happy with the provisions of UVIndexWidget.

by Lloyd Asplund

UVIndexWidget updates real time with accurate UV readings. Setting the threshold option (which is customizable btw) helps master NOT burning in the AZ sun. Also, I have rosacea.. so this is a must!

by Sad To See This Go...

Traveling thru Europe during Summer was worried about the UV. This certainty helped. Would have been nice to see times of when the UV was at per hour. Other than that great little app!

by Granny314159

As a malignant melanoma survivor, and an avid gardener, it’s important that I know the UV index so I can plan the times I can work outside. UVIndexWidget is a lifesaver - literally!

by Sc0tw1ly23

Tells me when is best time to go to pool area, is extremely accurate