Comparison

SatCatcher vs 3D

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

About

3D

This tool helps estimate the cost of 3D printing projects by calculating electricity and material expenses. It features a large database of printers and filaments, allowing for flexible adjustments to various parameters for accurate cost breakdowns.

Highlights
  • Extensive printer database (60+ models)
  • Real-time electricity and material cost calculation
  • Editable print time, filament weight, and prices
  • Comprehensive filament database
  • Offline functionality
  • Bilingual (German/English) and Dark Mode support
Features
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Deutsch 3D‑Calc – Der ultimative Kostenkalkulator für 3D‑Druck Ob du ein Hobby-Maker bist oder einen Druckdienst betreibst – 3D‑Calc gibt dir die volle Kontrolle über deine Druckkosten. Wähle aus über 60 voreingestellten Druckern (Bambu Lab, Prusa, Creality, Elegoo, Anycubic und viele mehr) und sieh sofort den realistischen Stromverbrauch inklusive Aufheizphasen. Alle Werte sind manuell anpassbar, damit du exakt deine eigenen Messergebnisse verwenden kannst. Funktionen: Riesige Druckerdatenbank: 60+ Modelle mit realen Durchschnittswatt (FDM & Resin) Kosten sofort berechnen: Strom‑ und Materialkosten auf einen Blick Flexibel: Druckzeit, Filamentgewicht, Strompreis, Leistung und Filamentpreis frei editierbar Umfangreiche Filament‑DB: PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU, Resin Standard, Resin Tough, ASA, Nylon Modernes Design: Liquid‑Glass‑Oberfläche mit animiertem Farbverlauf im Hintergrund Zweisprachig: Deutsch und Englisch, umschaltbar per Knopf Dunkelmodus: Perfekt für das Drucker‑Labor 100 % offline: Keine Internetverbindung nötig, keine Datensammlung 3D‑Calc ist dein tägliches Werkzeug, um Angebote zu kalkulieren, Materialverbrauch zu optimieren und böse Überraschungen bei der Stromrechnung zu vermeiden. Einfach Drucker auswählen, Filament wählen, Druckzeit eintragen – und schon hast du die genauen Kosten. Alle Berechnungen sind sofort nachvollziehbar und bleiben auf deinem Gerät. Lade 3D‑Calc jetzt herunter und mach deine 3D‑Druck‑Kosten transparent! English 3D‑Calc – The Ultimate 3D Printing Cost Calculator Whether you’re a hobby maker or run a print service – 3D‑Calc gives you full control over your printing costs. Choose from over 60 preconfigured printers (Bambu Lab, Prusa, Creality, Elegoo, Anycubic and many more) and instantly see realistic power consumption, including heating phases. All values are manually adjustable so you can use your own exact measurements. Features: Huge printer database: 60+ models with real average wattages (FDM & resin) Instant cost overview: Electricity and material costs at a glance Flexible: Print time, filament weight, electricity price, power, and filament price freely editable Comprehensive filament DB: PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU, Standard Resin, Tough Resin, ASA, Nylon Modern design: Liquid Glass interface with animated gradient background Bilingual: German and English, switchable via button Dark Mode: Perfect for the printer lab 100 % offline: No internet connection required, no data collection 3D‑Calc is your daily tool for calculating quotes, optimizing material usage, and avoiding nasty surprises on your electricity bill. Simply select a printer, choose a filament, enter the print time – and you have the exact costs. All calculations are instantly visible and stay on your device. Download 3D‑Calc now and make your 3D printing costs transparent!

Screenshots

SatCatcher4 screens
3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 3D at 100% against SatCatcher's 53%. 3D also leads on ads (none vs shown). SatCatcher's advantage is price (Free vs $1.99) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

SatCatcher is free to download; 3D costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SatCatcher versus 3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSatCatcher3D
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.3 (80 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews52.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings80 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSouria HAKKARMarvin Schieleit

Customer experience

SatCatcher

All ratings80 ratings
Positive83.8%
Neutral8.8%
Negative7.5%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive52.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative47.4%

3D

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

SatCatcher

No in-app purchases

None

3D

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SatCatcher free?
SatCatcher is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 3D free?
3D costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do SatCatcher or 3D have ads?
SatCatcher shows ads; 3D does not.

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