SatCatcher vs KA
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SatCatcher
This app simplifies satellite dish installation and alignment using augmented reality and GPS. It guides you through choosing a satellite, finding its position in space, and adjusting your antenna for optimal signal reception.
- Augmented reality satellite display
- GPS location and satellite direction
- Compass and sound assistant for orientation
- Accelerometer for vertical support check
- LNB polarization calculation
- Elevation adjustment guide
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Dish alignment, pointing and Installation has always been a complicated task, especially if you do not have a clue. That is why I posted this application that will simplify this task and allow you to install and align your antenna without the need to call a specialist. SatCatcher is a satellite finder and dish pointer, it allows you to orient your antenna to any satellite. Using augmented reality, this application displays the target satellite in space to better choose the location of your antenna and ensure the absence of any obstacle (wall, tree ...). SatCatcher also uses your phone GPS to show your location on a map and shows the direction of the satellite from your position. The compass accompanied by a beep lets you orient your antenna following the acceleration of beeps or the arrow of the compass. The accelerometer is used to verify that the holder of your antenna is vertical. The antenna adjustment steps: 1- choose a satellite and authorize geolocation to determine the direction of the antenna orientation. 2- Show satellite in augmented reality with your camera and make sure there are no obstacles and validate the location of your antenna. 3. Check that the support of your antenna is vertical. 4. Calculate the polarization and adjust the rotation of the LNB (the head of your antenna) 5. Set the elevation 6- Search orientation with visual and sound assistant 7- Fine adjustments. For the good functioning of the application, SatCatcher will need the camera, compass, gyroscope, accelerometer and the GPS of your smartphone. tips: - If your smartphone does not have GPS, you can manually move the "marker" on the card until it points your exact location. Use zoom for more detail. - The compass is very important to adjust your dish, but if your smartphone does not have one, you can still use the application. In this case, it will help you to find clues and marks on the map from your location. It also allows you to calculate the orientation. Than you can use a manual compass to get a good orientation. - Do not hesitate to recalibrate the compass and avoid too close to the antenna arm, because it is sensitive to metallic elements. Try to place your smartphone where there is less magnetic interference. SatCatcher Free is the lite version of SatCatcher. Augmented reality and compass orientation are only available in the full version here: https://appsto.re/fr/Gb6Hbb.i Contact : infosoftycontactfree@gmail.com
KA
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KASAT Pointer FMA (For Motorized Antenna) is an application for antenna installers for the Tooway ka-sat service. Coupled with a specific motor that is fixed on the mast of the antenna, the pointing of the antenna takes place fully automatically. The application has the same features as KA-SAT Pointer, it allows to optimize the pointing antenna, configure and activate its modem without a computer using his smartphone. The application also allows the distributor to obtain a certified and secure installation report with photos.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: KA at none against SatCatcher's shown. KA also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 9 months) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SatCatcher ships an update every 9 months, KA every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.
| Parameter | SatCatcher | KA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (80 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 52.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 80 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 9.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 72 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Souria HAKKAR | Viasat Inc. |
In-app purchases
SatCatcher
No in-app purchases
KA
No in-app purchases
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