# Orbitrack vs The Sky Pro by Redshift

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Orbitrack at none against The Sky Pro by Redshift's 3. Orbitrack also leads on review sentiment (76% vs 62%) and chart position (#52 vs unranked). The Sky Pro by Redshift's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On rating, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Orbitrack costs $4.99 and The Sky Pro by Redshift $6.99 up front. The Sky Pro by Redshift sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Orbitrack asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Orbitrack against 4.8 for The Sky Pro by Redshift. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 962 and 335 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 76% of Orbitrack's written reviews are positive against 62% of The Sky Pro by Redshift's.

Orbitrack ships an update every 4 months, The Sky Pro by Redshift every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Orbitrack | The Sky Pro by Redshift |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$4.99** | $6.99 |
| Rating | [4.7 (962 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/orbitrack/id1092984911/reviews) | **[4.8 (335 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-sky-pro-by-redshift/id1481865153/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **962** | 335 |
| Positive reviews | **75.6% of reviews** | 61.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#52** | — |
| Size | 138 MB | 1.1 GB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Southern Stars Group, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/437108146) | [United Soft Media Verlag GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/330111789) |

## What reviewers say

### Orbitrack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/orbitrack/id1092984911)

**Currently charting:** #52 Top Paid · Reference (US App Store)

Explore thousands of satellites in orbit with this augmented and virtual reality spaceflight simulator. Visualize spacecraft, track their paths, and learn about their missions with detailed 3D models and real-time data. Experience space from a new perspective.

**Highlights:** Augmented and Virtual Reality modes, Track over 5000 spacecraft, Detailed 3D satellite models, Voice-controlled VR, Radio frequency data for amateur satellites, Real-time satellite data updates, Time Flow controls

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great features
- 👍 User-friendly
- 💡 Innovative tracking
- 🔍 Detailed satellite information
- 🌍 Realistic Earth and sky views

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤑 Paid app
- 🐛 Occasional crashes
- 🔊 Annoying music
- 🗺️ Outdated satellite data
- 🔍 Inaccurate magnitude estimates

**Reported bugs**

- Motion tracking issues
- Stuck on old date
- Accelerometer not working
- Satellite positions not accurate

**Requested features**

- Sort by magnitude feature
- Favorite satellites option
- Customizable field of view
- Notifications for visible passes
- Metric/imperial toggle


### The Sky Pro by Redshift

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-sky-pro-by-redshift/id1481865153)

Explore the cosmos with a comprehensive planetarium and knowledge base. Discover celestial objects, track their movements, and plan your observations. Features include augmented reality, 3D models, and educational content.

**Highlights:** Award-winning planetarium with 100,000+ stars, Accurate simulation of celestial phenomena, Real-time satellite tracking, Augmented reality sky view, 3D models of celestial objects, Telescope control (with subscription)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Sky Ultimate 1 Month | $1.99 | per month |
| The Sky Ultimate 1 Year | $9.99 | per year |
| The Sky Ultimate | $22.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Nice fresh look
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 🔭 Detailed astronomical data
- 🌌 Immersive 3D flights

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Expensive subscription model
- 💰 Double charging for purchases
- 🤔 Vague upgrade details
- 📉 Old version removed
- 😕 Limited free trial

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- App crashes on iPad
- Compass calibration issues (20° off)
- Settings reset to default sporadically
- Ultimate trial expired before fix

**Requested features**

- More details on Ultimate upgrade
- Ability to fly to other galaxies
- More distant stars accessible
- Add JWST
- More range to view universe


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Orbitrack free?

Orbitrack costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is The Sky Pro by Redshift free?

The Sky Pro by Redshift costs $6.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Orbitrack or The Sky Pro by Redshift?

The Sky Pro by Redshift is rated higher. Orbitrack averages 4.7 out of 5 from 962 ratings, while The Sky Pro by Redshift averages 4.8 from 335 ratings.

### Do Orbitrack or The Sky Pro by Redshift have ads?

Neither Orbitrack nor The Sky Pro by Redshift shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Orbitrack or The Sky Pro by Redshift?

Orbitrack ships an update every 4 months, and The Sky Pro by Redshift every 2 months. Most recently, Orbitrack was updated on September 21, 2026 and The Sky Pro by Redshift on September 25, 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.*