# Space Launch Schedule vs Next Spaceflight

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Next Spaceflight at 91% against Space Launch Schedule's 45%. Next Spaceflight also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.8) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Next Spaceflight holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Next Spaceflight has 27K ratings behind it against 162, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Space Launch Schedule's written reviews are positive against 91% of Next Spaceflight's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Space Launch Schedule | Next Spaceflight |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (162 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-launch-schedule/id1024681892/reviews) | **[4.9 (27K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-spaceflight/id1448055760/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 162 | **27K** |
| Positive reviews | 45.5% of reviews | **90.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #204 | **#178** |
| Size | 16 MB | 74 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kickstand Technology LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/537474879) | [NASASpaceflight LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1699305076) |

## What reviewers say

### Space Launch Schedule

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-launch-schedule/id1024681892)

**Currently charting:** #204 Top Free · News (US App Store)

Track rocket launches globally with real-time schedules, live video feeds, and detailed mission information. Get notifications, add events to your calendar, and explore space-related articles. Discover launch sites and learn about space agencies and their missions.

**Highlights:** Global rocket launch schedule, Live launch video feeds, Launch notifications, Add launches to calendar, Space-related articles and FAQs, Filter by launch sites and agencies, Countdown to launches

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 🚀 Fast and quick updates
- ✅ Accurate launch information
- 🌟 Good for planning launch viewing
- 💡 Provides detailed launch information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Inappropriate and excessive ads
- 💸 Aggressive push for paid subscriptions
- 🚫 Pop-up ads that are hard to clear
- 📉 App functionality has degraded over time
- ⚠️ Inaccurate launch times and delays

**Reported bugs**

- Inappropriate ads attached
- Ads of women appearing nude, excessive cleavage and big butts
- Blizzard of pop-up ads
- Pop-ups that can't be cleared
- App covers information unless paid for

**Requested features**

- Add a trajectory graphic
- Add a calendar integration or reminder/alarm feature
- Provide an ad-free version for purchase
- Improve notification system with sounds
- Add a search function


### Next Spaceflight

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-spaceflight/id1448055760)

**Currently charting:** #178 Top Free · News (US App Store)

Track all orbital rocket launches with a comprehensive schedule, news, and event updates. Explore detailed mission information, 3D simulations, and live countdowns for major space agencies and private companies. Stay informed about Starship activity and access links to live streams.

**Highlights:** Rocket launch schedule, 3D launch simulations, Past launch catalog, Starship activity tracker, Live launch countdowns, Latest space news, Launch pad satellite maps

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate launch information
- 🔍 Detailed launch data and history
- 👍 Clean and intuitive interface
- 🌍 Covers launches from around the world
- 🔔 Helpful notifications for launches

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional performance issues
- 🔔 Notification settings could be improved
- 🌐 Lacks location-specific launch notifications
- 🔍 Some information could be better organized
- 🔄 Slow to update with the latest launch details

**Reported bugs**

- Favorites filter not working as expected
- Starship section not updating with latest information

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Ability to add launches to calendar
- More customizable notification settings
- Spacecraft/vehicle search functionality
- Integration with Apple Watch for quick updates


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Space Launch Schedule free?

Space Launch Schedule is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Next Spaceflight free?

Next Spaceflight is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Space Launch Schedule or Next Spaceflight?

Next Spaceflight is rated higher. Space Launch Schedule averages 3.8 out of 5 from 162 ratings, while Next Spaceflight averages 4.9 from 27K ratings.

### Do Space Launch Schedule or Next Spaceflight have ads?

Space Launch Schedule shows ads; Next Spaceflight does not.

### Which is updated more often, Space Launch Schedule or Next Spaceflight?

Space Launch Schedule ships an update every 3 weeks, and Next Spaceflight every 3 weeks. Most recently, Space Launch Schedule was updated on September 23, 2026 and Next Spaceflight on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Space Launch Schedule or Next Spaceflight?

Space Launch Schedule currently peaks at #204 in the App Store charts, and Next Spaceflight at #178. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*