Shade IQ
Julian Malin Navigation iPhoneiPadiPod touch
Shade IQ is a free Navigation app for iPhone and iPad by Julian Malin. Rated 5.0/5 from 6 ratings. Requires iOS 17.0. Updated August 7, 2026.
- Rating
- 5.0
- 6 ratings
- Price
- Free
- on the App Store
- Size
- 13 MB
- Age 4+
- Updated
- Aug 7
- 2026 · v1.1.1
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About Shade IQ
Shade IQ is the walking navigation app that picks the shadiest route — not just the shortest. Whether you're walking to work, taking the dog out, or running errands on a hot day, Shade IQ routes you through tree canopies and building shadows so you arrive cooler, safer, and more comfortable. Shade IQ analyzes the streets around you using building profiles, high-resolution canopy data and live sun position to find the path with the most shade between two points. As the sun moves through the day, the same route looks different — Shade IQ recalculates in real time so the shadiest path is always current. • Two route options for every walk: Shadiest or Fastest — compare side by side • Live shade timeline showing sun and shade stretches along the route • Elevation profile for each route • Current weather, UV, and temperature for your area • Drinking fountain overlay so you can plan hydration stops • Voice turn-by-turn navigation when you start a walk • An arrival summary showing minutes of sun avoided and a felt-cooler estimate Built for hot days, sun-sensitive walkers, dog owners, parents with strollers, and anyone who'd rather walk in the cool. Shade IQ Pro — Subscription terms: • Shade IQ Pro Monthly: $2.99 / month • Shade IQ Pro Annual: $19.99 / year • Subscription auto-renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions. • Privacy Policy: https://shadeiq.fly.dev/privacy • Terms of Use (EULA): https://shadeiq.fly.dev/terms
Ratings & reviews
5.0
6 ratings
What’s new
Version 1.1.1 · Updated August 7, 2026
Smarter, safer walking directions and a cleaner planning screen. • Add your dog's profile — heat and pavement-safety warnings tuned to their breed, age, and size • Routes now take more direct paths • See how much cooler the shaded side of the street is — for you and your dog's paws • Pro: your dogs, favorites, and walk history sync across your devices via iCloud • Route options are easier to compare, and the planning cards read cleanly with no cutoff
App privacy
The developer, Julian Malin, reported these privacy practices to Apple.
Data Not Linked to You
The following data, which may be collected but is not linked to your identity, may be used for the following purposes:
- Purchases: Purchase History
- Location: Precise Location
- Identifiers: User ID
Used for: App Functionality
Alternatives to Shade IQ
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StayCool: Walk in the Shade
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| App | Rating | Price | Last updated | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shade IQ | 5.0 / 5 (6 ratings) | Free | August 7, 2026 | |
| StayCool: Walk in the Shade | – | Free | Jul 7, 2026 | Compare |
| Shadehopper | 5.0 / 5 (5) | Free | Oct 19, 2026 | Compare |
| Dracula: Walk in the Shade | – | Free | Sep 4, 2026 | Compare |
| SolMaps: Sun & Shade Routes | 5.0 / 5 (1) | Free | Aug 25, 2026 | Compare |
| Coway Map: Covered Walkways | – | Free | Oct 7, 2026 | Compare |
| AirPath: Cool Walking Routes | – | Free | Sep 9, 2026 | Compare |
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