# SatFinder Lite — Find TV Satellites in AR view

> Augmented reality tool to locate TV satellites and align dishes. (iPhone/iPad app by Droidware UK.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satfinder-lite/id842063887 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Droidware UK](https://appshunter.io/developer/798925748)
- Category: Utilities, Navigation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.10/5 from 55 App Store ratings · 58 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-03-23
- Data updated: 2026-07-04
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satfinder-lite/id842063887/reviews.md

## What is SatFinder Lite?

Locate TV satellites in the sky with your iPhone or iPad. 
SatFinder Lite is a tool for finding TV satellites and aligning satellite dishes. 
SatFinder uses your phone sensors to detect your physical location and calculates azimuth and elevation your satellite antenna needs to face. 

- Use Augmented Reality View to see and target satellites in the sky. 
Use your camera for Augmented Reality View which shows satellite icons in places where they're positioned in the sky. It gives a realistic view to the sky and it helps to make sure there is a line of sight (LOS), i.e. no obstacles, such as tree branches or house tops, between the satellite dish and the satellite itself. 

- Touch screen to take a screenshot of Augmented Reality view

## Key features

- Augmented Reality satellite view
- Satellite dish alignment tool
- Azimuth and elevation calculation
- Line of sight obstruction check
- Screenshot capture of AR view

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 58)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satfinder-lite/id842063887/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Satman

*2024-03-07, version 1.5.24*

On my iPhone 12 when I click on satellite list I have a mess. All the satellite names and locations are on top of one another. I can not check mark the correct satellite I am looking for. This app has worked great for years but the last several months  this has been an aggravating issue. I assume it is compatibility issue with my phone that needs addressed by developer.

### 1/5 — Satefinder

*2023-06-09, version 1.5.24*

Since the IOS update this APP is not working

### 5/5 — Easily find your Satellites

*2023-06-04, version 1.5.24*

I have been using this app for a long time. I camp in my motorhome and it helps me figure out if my roof mounted satellite dish will receive a signal. I have Dish Network so I use the app to find the 110, 119 & 129 degree satellites. If those are blocked, sometimes I can use the 61.5 degree satellite.

### 1/5 — Don’t work

*2022-10-13, version 1.5.24*

Just want  plug and play really. Select satellite and nothing happens, looked in sky nothing. 
I don’t really want to give it one star because it’s bum ! 

I deleted app. Because it’s pants !

### 1/5 — Stopped working

*2022-01-21, version 1.5.24*

No longer works on iPhone 12 pro

### 5/5 — Very Useful When You Have Trees Around

*2021-06-15, version 1.5.24*

I’m surrounded by tall trees so getting a strong signal was always a shot in the dark. I would be fine in the fall and winter when the leaves disappeared but early summer I would start dropping signal. I was all ready to call the arborist to chop down a tree. Luckily the app showed me the exact branch the was blocking the signal so I just pruned that single branch and the signal is at full strength.

### 1/5 — Jim M

*2021-04-22, version 1.5.24*

This site no longer works. It was great while it lasted but the owner company has totally given up the app blaming it on the IOS system. Don’t wasted your time trying trying to open the app. It’s dead!

### 1/5 — Batter drain iPhone XR

*2020-07-01, version 1.5.24*

If left active it drains the cel battery I abou 1-2 hrs from full charge. 

So fast the phone gets very hot

Dangerous
So far do not see same behaviour on iPad Pro gen 5

No other iPhone apps put sever drain on the battery

Removing from iPhone 

Regards

### 1/5 — Update

*2019-12-21, version 1.5.23*

It's not update.it's too old

### 2/5 — Loss of app use

*2019-09-16, version 1.5.23*

A faithful tool for RV (temporary) dish placement, this app won’t start with the latest series of iOS. 

A brief flash then it quits on an iPhone 8 Plus. 

The app was just updated, same sad story.

## Frequently asked questions about SatFinder Lite

### What does SatFinder Lite do?

SatFinder Lite is a utility app that helps you locate TV satellites in the sky using your iPhone or iPad. It utilizes your device's sensors to determine your location and calculates the necessary azimuth and elevation angles for your satellite antenna.

### How does the Augmented Reality view work?

The Augmented Reality view uses your device's camera to display satellite icons in their actual positions in the sky. This provides a realistic visualization, helping you confirm a clear line of sight between your satellite dish and the satellite, free from obstructions like trees or buildings.

### Is SatFinder Lite free to use?

The application is available for free download. However, it does offer in-app purchases, suggesting that some features or advanced functionalities may require payment.

### What devices is SatFinder Lite compatible with?

The app is designed for use on iPhones and iPads. It leverages the sensors and camera capabilities of these devices to provide its augmented reality and satellite finding features.

### What is the main use case for SatFinder Lite?

The primary use case is for individuals who need to find and align TV satellite dishes. It simplifies the process by providing visual guidance through augmented reality and precise angle calculations, ensuring a better satellite signal.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.24 — 2020-06-14

Added marketing Url

### 1.5.23 — 2019-09-16

Improved error message when Compass calibration disabled

### 1.2.22 — 2019-05-08

New, improved azimuth calculation.

### 1.5.18 — 2019-05-03

Improved smoothing factor on azimuth to reduce satellite arc jerkiness.

### 1.5.15 — 2019-04-30

Now using a new and improved algorithm to calculate azimuth.

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