# Test Patrón vs Star Walk 2 Plus

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.

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.

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.

Test Patrón ships an update every 8 days, Star Walk 2 Plus every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Test Patrón | Star Walk 2 Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/test-patron/id1048203359/reviews)** | [4.6 (96K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-walk-2-plus-live-sky-map/id1112481571/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 26 | **96K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 70.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 34 MB | 373 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alejandro](https://appshunter.io/developer/476976572) | [Vito Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/289641503) |

## What reviewers say

### Test Patrón

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/test-patron/id1048203359)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Acceso ILIMITADO | $6.49 | per 7 days |
| Acceso ILIMITADO | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| Acceso ILIMITADO. | $17.99 | per month |
| Acceso ILIMITADO | $57.99 | per 2 months |
| Preguntas PREMIUM | $6.99 | one-time |


### Star Walk 2 Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-walk-2-plus-live-sky-map/id1112481571)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| StarWalk2 Ads+ Monthly Premium | $0.99 | per month |
| StarWalk2 Ads+ Monthly Premium | $0.99 | per month |
| StarWalk2 Ads+ Yearly Premium | $5.99 | per year |
| StarWalk2 Ads+ Yearly Premium | $5.99 | per year |
| Discover Solar System Objects | $0.99 | one-time |
| Satellite Tracker in the Sky | $0.99 | one-time |
| Night Sky View: without Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Night Sky Map: Limited Offer | $5.99 | one-time |
| Night Sky View: No Ads | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Informative and educational
- 🔭 Accurate star/planet tracking
- 🎨 Beautiful visuals and graphics
- 🔊 Relaxing background music
- 🌍 Useful for stargazing and astronomy

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💢 Excessive and intrusive ads in free version
- 🤔 Confusing navigation and controls
- 🧭 Inaccurate compass and location tracking
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases required for full features
- 🔄 Frequent app crashes and freezes

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


## Frequently asked 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 12, 2026 and Star Walk 2 Plus on November 12, 2026.

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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.*