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Spot the Station

Spot the Station

See The Space Station Overhead

9.5K ratings
290 reviews
📚 Education
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 17, 2023
  • August 27, 2026

Developer

NASA
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Receive notifications when the International Space Station is visible from your location. Explore real-time 2D and 3D views, augmented reality tracking, and access NASA resources. Experience the wonder of human presence in orbit.

✓Real-time 2D & 3D station location
✓Upcoming sighting lists
✓Augmented reality view with trajectory
✓NASA space station resources & blog
✓Push notifications for sightings
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Spot the Station. Based on 9.5K reviews and a 4.8/5 average, it highlights the 14 positives and 10 negatives reviewers mention most about this Education app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Awesome App
  • 🚀ISS joy!
  • 🚀Awesome App!
  • 🚀Brilliant
  • 🚀Great fun app
  • 🚀Works
  • 🚀Fantastic App
  • 🚀Works great on my phone
  • 🚀Simple utility that does the job well
  • 🚀Accurate and easy to use!!
  • 🚀Location working now
  • 🚀App greatly improved!
  • 🚀Everything works.
  • 🚀So awesome!!

Negative things

  • 🐛AR View jumps to a bug screen
  • 🐛Loses location
  • 🐛Can't open
  • 🐛Current location
  • 🐛Crashes on iPhone 15 Pro
  • 🐛Didn't work, now it does
  • 🐛Measurement units.
  • 🐛Taking photos
  • 🐛Crashes when granting camera permission
  • 🐛Crashes on iPhone 15 Pro
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What's New in Spot the Station

1.11.0

August 27, 2026

* Optimized the app for the newest versions of operating systems. * Updated the underlying software framework to the latest version to improve performance and stability. * Minor bug fixes and third-party software maintenance updates.

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User reviews

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Incredible

It was made by NASA, it works. The first time you see iss whiz by you are taken to another world
DydelrioDydelrio

Spot the Station Rate

Excellent app enjoy the details and the information provided
to guide Me to track the Stations progress. So amazing. Thank you to all that make this possible 👏🇺🇸
WieghtlessWieghtless

2nd to none

BEEN WAITING FOR NEW SITE, this is FANTASTIC!!!
DELMER k I’llDELMER k I’ll

Ford T model Awareness who and where we are

When I first saw the app I approached it with open mind and eyes. The first viewing was a few days away so naturally I got busy. The ISS was not on my agenda. Then I got a calendar notice-then a countdown T-. At that point Reality set in. A revelation came to me “There are people in that thing”. Just like there are people in those little red,white and green flashes that come by.Lin the sky at night.However They aren’t in an airplane they are in Space vehicle less the a Ford T Model and we as a people are in our infancy in relation to Space exploration and travel. Thank you developers, you helped me to awake!!
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WillybillmartWillybillmart

I love it!

😭❤️
I love spot the station!I love spot the station!
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Location-detection bugs are fixed, and the app is much much better.

Bug

Location FIXED with the latest update

Bug

App now working as expected

Bug

App crashes when trying to use AR

Bug

Crashes when granting camera permission

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Requested Features

4 requests

Would like to know speed and height at which this incredible machine is whizzing above our planet!

Feature

I wish it could say dates further into the future though

Feature

I would love to have an option of the map to show where it's at like which country or state it's flying over

Feature

Would be nice if the notification would give you the details of the pass over your location i.e Visible: 1 min Max Height: 16° Appears: 10° above S Disappears: 16° above S

Feature

FAQ

What does the Spot the Station app do?

This app notifies you when the International Space Station (ISS) is visible from your current location. It provides real-time tracking, upcoming sighting information, and educational resources from NASA to enhance your viewing experience.

What are the key features of the app?

Key features include real-time 2D and 3D views of the ISS's location, lists of upcoming sightings with visibility data, an augmented reality view with compass and trajectory lines, and push notifications to alert you when the station is approaching.

Is the Spot the Station app free to use?

Yes, the app is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

Who is this app for?

This app is designed for anyone who is curious about space, enjoys stargazing, or is interested in NASA and the International Space Station. It's perfect for those who want a tangible way to connect with space exploration.

How does the augmented reality feature work?

The augmented reality (AR) view uses your device's camera to show the ISS's path across the sky. It embeds compass directions and trajectory lines directly into your camera feed, helping you pinpoint the station's exact location as it passes overhead.