# ISS Real-Time Tracker 3D — Track ISS, Tiangong, Hubble

> Real-time 3D tracking and flyover predictions for ISS, Tiangong, and Hubble. (iPhone/iPad app by Michael Stebel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iss-real-time-tracker-3d/id1079990061 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Michael Stebel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1027443988)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: $0.99 (on sale, was $4.99)
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 1,162 App Store ratings · 106 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 258 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-02-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iss-real-time-tracker-3d/id1079990061/reviews.md

## What is ISS Real?

Track and predict flyovers of the International Space Station, Tiangong (Chinese Space Station), and Hubble Space Telescope in stunning, real-time 3D. Immerse yourself in a photorealistic globe of Earth, showcasing orbital paths and live positions for the three largest objects in low Earth orbit—optimized for iPhone, Apple Watch, and Macs with Apple silicon.

Plan up to 30 days ahead with precise, location-based pass predictions, complete with a custom 0–4 star rating system that highlights the most visible flyovers. Tap to add passes to your calendar and never miss a moment.

Key Features:

• Real-Time Tracking: Follow the ISS, Tiangong, and Hubble with interactive 3D visuals and high-frame-rate animations.
• Flyover Ratings: Instantly spot the best viewing opportunities with our intuitive star rating system.
• 3D SkyDome View: See the arc of each pass from your location with a rotatable sky overlay.
• Dynamic Earth Globe: View live positions, orbits, the Earth’s axis, solar reflections, subsolar point, and day/night transitions.
• Crew Info: Meet the current crew, read bios, view mission stats, and connect via X (Twitter).
• Alerts & Scheduling: Get automatic reminders 1 hour and 15 minutes before passes—just tap to schedule.
• Live HD Earth Video: Stream from the ISS’s Harmony node in real time.
• Map Customization: Choose from multiple map marker styles and zoom options.
• Ambient Music: Enhance your stargazing experience with optional background music.
• Info Overlay: View current satellite position, altitude, and speed at a glance.
• Companion Apple Watch App: Includes Lock Screen and Home Screen widgets for quick access.
• All Settings Saved: Preferences like zoom level and map style are saved for your convenience.

I created this app to bring the awe of space exploration right to your fingertips. Join me on this journey—and never miss a pass again.

## Key features

- Real-time 3D satellite tracking
- Predictive flyover alerts
- Interactive Earth globe
- Live HD Earth video stream
- Crew information and bios
- Apple Watch widgets

## Chart rankings

- #40 in Top Paid · Reference (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 106)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iss-real-time-tracker-3d/id1079990061/reviews.md

### 5/5 — ChrISS

*2025-05-01, version 7.20.9*

Incredible

### 5/5 — Developer very responsive to app suggestions

*2025-01-12*

I suggested adding an config option so that the ISS wouldn’t pulse when viewing. He responded that it would be implemented and within a few days a new version was available with that option.  Much easier to watch now.

### 4/5 — Great at first…..

*2025-01-02, version 7.19*

It was a great app and I still use it from time to time but I bought the app mainly for the ISS space cam live view.   That cam is no longer broadcasted. Big disappointment.

Update 01/02/25
The live camera is back🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️❤️. Back to being a great app.

### 2/5 — Great at first…..

*2024-12-20*

It was a great app and I still use it from time to time but I bought the app mainly for the ISS space cam live view.   That cam is no longer broadcasted. Big disappointment.

**Developer response:** Good news! NASA has a new camera that transmits live Earth videos! The next release, pending approval from Apple, features the new live view! Look for version 7.19 over the next few days. Thanks!

### 1/5 — IOS 18

*2024-09-19*

Ne fonctionne pas !!!!!!!!

**Developer response:** There was a server problem. Try now!

### 5/5 — Great App

*2024-09-17*

If you’ve never seen the space station fly overhead, you really need this app.

**Developer response:** Thank you so much!

### 5/5 — Best app for tracking ISS and Tiangong and Hubble

*2024-08-29, version 7.16.11*

This app is gorgeous and works great!

### 5/5 — ISS

*2024-04-06, version 7.13.10*

Spectacular app, brings ISS into the home. Absolutely marvellous.

### 5/5 — Fantastic ISS Tracker

*2023-09-24, version 7.13.4*

Having used various other ISS trackers over the years, that have since been left behind due to the lack of development, it’s been great seeing the attention that’s gone into this one.

Clean, easy to use UI, which doesn’t take long to navigate your way through all of the different options. I love the fact there’s a complimentary Apple Watch App too, which makes looking out for passes really easy!

Good work, thank you!

### 5/5 — Could be better

*2022-12-27*

Mini map on video stream view for example. Would be so useful

## Frequently asked questions about ISS Real

### What does ISS Real-Time Tracker 3D do?

This app allows you to track the real-time positions of the International Space Station (ISS), Tiangong, and the Hubble Space Telescope in a 3D environment. It also provides predictions for upcoming flyovers, allowing you to plan when to best view them.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include real-time 3D tracking with interactive visuals, a star rating system for flyover visibility, a dynamic Earth globe showing orbital paths, live HD video from the ISS, and crew information. It also offers alerts and scheduling for passes and companion Apple Watch widgets.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a completely free experience for users.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is optimized for iPhones, Apple Watches, and Macs with Apple silicon. This ensures a seamless experience across Apple's ecosystem.

### How can I use this app to see the ISS?

You can use the app to see the ISS by viewing its real-time 3D position on the interactive globe. The app also provides precise, location-based flyover predictions up to 30 days in advance, with a star rating system to help you identify the most visible passes.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.22.1 — 2025-12-23

■ Improvements
∙ Improved tab bar buttons.
▲ Bug Fixes
∙ Fixed issue with tab bar on iOS/iPadOS 26+ not formatting correctly.

### 7.22 — 2025-12-21

Performance improvements and bug fixes.

### 7.21 — 2025-08-13

Improvements
∙ SkyDome orbital path colors now conform to the satellite color code convention used throughout the app.
∙ General UI improvements throughout the iOS and watchOS apps.
∙ Performance tuning throughout the iOS and watchOS apps.
∙ New startup screen.

### 7.20.16 — 2025-08-06

■ Improvements
∙ Small iPadOS UI improvements.
▲ Bug Fixes
∙ Squashed a couple of minor UI bugs.

### 7.20.15 — 2025-08-05

Corrected some of the screenshots on the App Store.

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