Comparison

Test Patrón vs Star Walk 2 Plus

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Test Patrón

Prepare for Spanish nautical licenses with a vast question bank and personalized study modes. Simulate exams, take random or topic-specific tests, and track your progress. Stay updated with the latest regulations for PNB, PER, Yacht Master, and Captain of the Yacht titles.

Highlights
  • Over 8,000 questions
  • Personalized study based on license and location
  • Exam simulation mode
  • Random and topic-specific tests
  • Progress tracking and statistics
  • Up-to-date with BOE regulations
Features
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¡Prepara tu titulación náutica de forma práctica y eficaz con Test Patrón! ¿Estás estudiando o pensando en obtener una titulación náutica? ¡Esta app es para ti! Con Test Patrón podrás repasar y prepararte en cualquier momento para cualquiera de las titulaciones náuticas de recreo disponibles en España. Características principales: - Más de 8.000 preguntas. - Crea una cuenta gratuita y accede a un extenso banco de preguntas adaptadas a tu titulación, lugar de examen y convocatoria. - Preparación personalizada. - Desde tu perfil, selecciona la titulación que deseas preparar, el lugar de examen y la convocatoria para recibir tests y exámenes completamente adaptados. Titulaciones disponibles: - PNB: Patrón de Navegación Básica - PER: Patrón de Embarcación de Recreo - PER reducido (exento de las primeras 27 preguntas correspondientes al PNB) - Patrón de Yate - Capitán de Yate Modos de estudio flexibles: - Simulación de examen: Realiza simulacros con los criterios reales de evaluación y límite de tiempo. - Test aleatorios: Pon a prueba tus conocimientos con cuestionarios de 10 preguntas generados de forma aleatoria. - Test por temas: Estudia por áreas específicas con tests de 10 preguntas. Seguimiento de progreso y estadísticas Registra tu rendimiento para saber cuándo estás listo para presentarte al examen. Actualización normativa: Todos los tests se ajustan a la última normativa del BOE (Real Decreto 875/2014). Suscripción "Acceso ILIMITADO" Disfruta de exámenes y test ilimitados mediante una suscripción auto renovable (compra In-App): - Duraciones disponibles: 1 semana, 1 mes y 2 meses. - Renovación automática: Se renovará automáticamente a menos que canceles al menos 24 horas antes del final del período actual. - Gestión de suscripciones: Puedes administrar o desactivar la renovación automática en la configuración de tu cuenta de iTunes. Nota: Cualquier porción no utilizada de un período de prueba gratuito se perderá al suscribirte. Términos y Condiciones http://www.marinus.es/interno/testpatron/uso.html http://www.marinus.es/interno/testpatron/privacidad.html Una app desarrollada por: Marinus Apps www.marinusapps.com

About

Star Walk 2 Plus

Explore the cosmos with a real-time sky map. Point your device to identify stars, planets, and constellations. Discover celestial events and learn about the universe with detailed information and 3D models.

Highlights
  • Real-time sky map
  • 3D constellation models
  • Time machine feature
  • Deep sky object identification
  • Augmented reality mode
  • Celestial event tracking
Features
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Star Walk 2 Plus is an exquisite stargazing app that enables you to explore the sky through the screen of your device. Make an effortless journey through thousands of stars, planets and constellations. All you have to do is point your device to the sky! ⁕BEST OF 2014: The next generation of the best-selling Star Walk, winner of Apple Design Award, used by over 10 million people⁕ The app uses your device’s sensors and the GPS to determine the exact position of stars, planets, constellations and other objects in the sky. “She’s a beauty.”- The Next Web “Star Walk 2 is a terrific introduction to astronomy for young and old. It’s also handy for serious stargazers for observing planning.” - TUAW “Star Walk 2 is visually stunning.” - PCmag “This is a very beautiful and unusual application that turns your phone into a real planetarium.” - Free apps for me “For those who enjoy the original app, Star Walk 2 is worth the upgrade — the interface is gorgeous. Anyone with even a passing interest in astronomy should grab Star Walk 2.” - iLounge “It is worth every penny.” - PadGadget Star Walk 2 Plus in travel & tourism industry: ‘Rapa Nui Stargazing’ based on Easter Island uses the app for sky observations during its astronomical tours. ‘Nakai Resorts Group’ in the Maldives uses the app during astronomy meetings. Main features: ◆ Map of the sky in real time ◆ 3D models of constellations and other sky objects ◆ “Time machine” ◆ Deep sky objects ◆ Rich info about celestial bodies and sky events ◆ The sky at different wavelengths ◆ Augmented reality mode ◆ "What's new" section with the latest astronomical news ◆ "Visible Tonight" section ► Star Walk 2 Plus shows the real-time map of the sky on your screen in whatever direction you are pointing the device (the Star spotter feature). As you point your device towards the sky, the star map follows your motions using the built-in gyroscope to match the map on your screen to the stars seen from your location. ► What's up in the sky tonight? Open the "Visible Tonight" section and learn about the upcoming astronomical events and celestial objects that will be visible from your location. ► Be aware of the latest news from the world of space and astronomy. The app's "What's new" section will tell you about the most outstanding celestial events in time. ► Create shortcuts to take your stargazing experience to a whole new level. Go to the "Visible Tonight" section and add the shortcut to Siri. Next time when you want to access the list of astronomy events for your location, ask Siri and get it quicker than ever. ► Touching a clock-face icon at the upper-right corner of the screen allows you to select any date and time and watch the sky of different periods. ► Get a deeper understanding of the constellation`s scale and place in the night sky. Enjoy observing wonderful 3D models of constellations, turn them upside down, read their stories. ► Find and study deep sky objects such as meteor showers, planetary nebulae, star clusters, etc. The app is ad-supported and contains In-App Purchases. If you want to use the app without ads, download the paid Star Walk 2 app or remove ads from Star Walk 2 Plus with a special In-App Purchase. Star Walk 2 Plus offers an optional subscription that gives you access to all additional content and removes ads from the app. It is an auto-renewable subscription with one week free trial. At the end of each subscription duration (1 month), the subscription will automatically renew until you choose to cancel it. Users can manage their subscriptions in their account settings on the App Store. Privacy policy: http://vitotechnology.com/privacy-policy.html Terms of use: http://vitotechnology.com/terms-of-use.html Start your best stargazing experience!

Screenshots

Test Patrón4 screens
Star Walk 2 Plus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Test Patrón at 100% against Star Walk 2 Plus's 70%. Test Patrón also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 6 weeks) and rating (4.9 vs 4.6). Star Walk 2 Plus's advantage is ratings volume (96K vs 26) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Test Patrón sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.49 per 7 days and Star Walk 2 Plus sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Test Patrón holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Star Walk 2 Plus has 96K ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Test Patrón's written reviews are positive against 70% of Star Walk 2 Plus's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Test Patrón ships an update every 8 days, Star Walk 2 Plus every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Test Patrón versus Star Walk 2 Plus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTest PatrónStar Walk 2 Plus
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (26 ratings) — better4.6 (96K ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better70.2% of reviews
Number of ratings2696K — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB373 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAlejandroVito Technology Inc.

Customer experience

Test Patrón

All ratings26 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Star Walk 2 Plus

All ratings94,916 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral3.7%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews707 reviews
Positive70.2%
Neutral4.5%
Negative25.3%

Bugs and requests

Test Patrón

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Star Walk 2 Plus

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Compass and location tracking issues
  • Crashes and freezes when using certain features
  • Purchased upgrades not syncing across devices
  • Notifications not working as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more detailed information about stars and constellations
  • Improve widget functionality and visibility of planets/satellites
  • Implement a dark mode for better visibility at night
  • Allow customization of the display and overlay options
  • Enhance the augmented reality experience

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Test Patrón

Subscriptions4
  • Acceso ILIMITADO$6.497 Days
  • Acceso ILIMITADO$12.997 Days
  • Acceso ILIMITADO.3 Days trial$17.991 Month
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  • Acceso ILIMITADO3 Days trial$57.992 Months
One-time1
  • Preguntas PREMIUM$6.99
9 purchases

Star Walk 2 Plus

Subscriptions4
  • StarWalk2 Ads+ Monthly Premium7 Days trial2 variants$0.991 Month
  • StarWalk2 Ads+ Monthly Premium$0.991 Month
  • StarWalk2 Ads+ Yearly Premium7 Days trial$5.991 Year
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  • StarWalk2 Ads+ Yearly Premium$5.991 Year
One-time5
  • Discover Solar System Objects$0.99
  • Satellite Tracker in the Sky$0.99
  • Night Sky View: without Ads$2.99
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  • Night Sky Map: Limited Offer$5.99
  • Night Sky View: No Ads$8.99

Questions

Is Test Patrón free?
Test Patrón is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Star Walk 2 Plus free?
Star Walk 2 Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Test Patrón or Star Walk 2 Plus?
Test Patrón is rated higher. Test Patrón averages 4.9 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Star Walk 2 Plus averages 4.6 from 96K ratings.
Do Test Patrón or Star Walk 2 Plus have ads?
Both Test Patrón and Star Walk 2 Plus show ads.
Which is updated more often, Test Patrón or Star Walk 2 Plus?
Test Patrón ships an update every 8 days, and Star Walk 2 Plus every 6 weeks. Most recently, Test Patrón was updated on November 11, 2026 and Star Walk 2 Plus on November 12, 2026.

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