satLINK Mobile vs iPower Backup
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
satLINK Mobile
This app connects cabin crew and passengers to an aircraft's satLINK MAX Iridium Communication Gateway. It enables communication services for up to nine devices simultaneously on compatible aircraft.
- Aircraft communication
- Iridium Communication Gateway support
- Cabin crew and passenger use
- Multiple device connections
- WiFi option integration
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Avionica's satLINK Mobile app is designed for use aboard aircraft equipped with an Avionica satLINK MAX Iridium Communication Gateway and the WiFi option. It can only be used with satLINK MAX equipment. This app is intended for cabin crew and flight crew outside of the flight deck, and for passengers who enjoy the Iridium service as part of their transportation arrangement, such as in corporate or some charter aircraft. Up to 9 satLINK Mobile devices can be connected in the same aircraft at the same time.
iPower Backup
This application facilitates automatic backups for iOS devices when connected to a specific hardware accessory. It utilizes a Micro SD card for storage and encrypts all backup files for enhanced security. The app is designed to work seamlessly with the iPower product.
- Automatic backup while charging
- Automatic file encryption
- Micro SD card compatibility
- Works with iPower hardware
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App is designed to work with iPower product for iPhone. Plug iPower into wall socket, auto backup will be started automatically. Your existing Micro SD card can be used for iOS devices via iPower now. - Automatically backup while charging - Automatically encrypt all your backup file. - Micro SD card is compatible.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: iPower Backup at monthly against satLINK Mobile's every 28 months. iPower Backup also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
satLINK Mobile ships an update every 28 months, iPower Backup monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and August 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | satLINK Mobile | iPower Backup |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | — | 16.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 28 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 99 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Avionica, Inc. | Sunprotected Technology Corp |
Customer experience
satLINK Mobile
iPower Backup
In-app purchases
satLINK Mobile
No in-app purchases
iPower Backup
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is satLINK Mobile free?
Is iPower Backup free?
Do satLINK Mobile or iPower Backup have ads?
Which is updated more often, satLINK Mobile or iPower Backup?
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