Head-to-head · Astrology Software
Astro Gold vs TimePassages
Astro Gold leads on 0 checks, TimePassages on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreAstro Gold · 9.9/10
- Free planboth
Astro Gold scores higher on our rubric for astrology software: 9.9 against 7.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #7.
On chart system, Astro Gold gives you Multi-system where TimePassages offers Western.
Astro Gold is the better fit for astrologers needing comprehensive desktop and mobile charts. TimePassages is the better fit for users wanting chart tools across many devices.
- Astro Gold fits best
Astrologers needing comprehensive desktop and mobile charts
- TimePassages fits best
Users wanting chart tools across many devices
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Side by side
| Feature | Astro Gold 9.9/10 Visit ↗ | TimePassages 7.2/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.9 | 7.2 |
| Ranking | #1 in Astrology Software | #7 in Astrology Software |
| Best for | Astrologers needing comprehensive desktop and mobile charts | Users wanting chart tools across many devices |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $7.99/mo | Not published |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Community, Docs | Email, Phone, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business |
| Features Astro Gold 5/6 · TimePassages 5/6 | ||
| Transit forecasting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Synastry charts | ✓ | ✓ |
| Report builder | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Desktop app | ✓ | ✓ |
| API access | Not published | Not published |
| Specs | ||
| Chart system | Multi-system | Western |
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| Our verdict | Astro Gold brings chart creation, comparison and interpretation to desktop and mobile, with tools aimed at professional astrologers, students and astrology enthusiasts. It covers natal, transit, return, progressed, directed, relationship… Read the review → |
TimePassages is astrology software for beginners and professional astrologers who need birth-chart calculations and interpretation tools across web, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. It calculates charts from birth date, time, and… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Astro Gold — where it wins
- Builds natal, predictive, relationship and composite charts
- Offers multi-chart wheels, aspect grids, reports and configurable calculations
- Supports chart-file tools plus Solar Fire and iCloud Drive
Where it doesn't
- The free plan is limited to core charting and basic interpretations
- Paid features and prices vary by platform and purchase option
- Desktop chart mapping and graphic ephemeris are limited to desktop editions
TimePassages — where it wins
- Syncs saved charts across web, desktop, and mobile apps
- Combines transits, progressions, synastry, and composite charts
- Exports charts and reports as PDF or image files
Where it doesn't
- No AI features for interpretation or chart analysis
- Support is offered by email, phone, and docs rather than 24/7 service
- Advanced reports and commercial-use features require separate options
- Astro Gold9.9/10 · Free plan · paid from $7.99/mo · 7-day trial
A multi-platform charting suite with a free iOS tier and several paid purchase options.
Visit Astro GoldFull verdict → - TimePassages7.2/10 · Free plan
A multi-device astrology suite covering charts, forecasts, compatibility, and exports.
Visit TimePassagesFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026
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