Comparison

ISS Detector vs SARAS Device Manager

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

Head to head
About

ISS Detector

Easily track the International Space Station and other satellites. Receive timely alarms before passes and get weather condition checks for optimal viewing. Enhance functionality with optional in-app purchases to discover more celestial objects.

Highlights
  • ISS tracking and alerts
  • Weather condition checks
  • Alarm notifications
  • Track Starlink trains
  • Track Hubble telescope
  • Track amateur radio satellites
Features
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Have you seen the International Space Station? It is visible with the naked eye! This is the easiest way to spot the station. ISS Detector will tell you when and where to look for the ISS. You get an alarm a few minutes before a pass. You will never miss it. ISS Detector will also check if the weather conditions are right. A clear sky is perfect for spotting. Premium will enhance the functionality of ISS Detector. With the subscription you can add many famous satellites and amateur radio satellites. See the Starlink satellite trains, Hubble space telescope, rocket bodies, Vanguard 1 and many bright satellites. Available categories in Premium: Radio Amateur Satellites: Track dozens of ham and weather satellites. Starlink: Track Starlink satellite trains. Famous Objects: Hubble Space Telescope, rocket bodies, bright satellites and more. Comets: Find comets in the night sky. You might need binoculars or a telescope to see them Planets: Find all the planets Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

SARAS Device Manager

Features
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SARAS Device Manager is a powerful mobile application designed to simplify the setup, management, and monitoring of SARAS Assessment-in-a-Box (SARAS Box) devices. The application provides authorized users with a centralized platform to connect to SARAS Boxes, configure device settings, monitor device health, manage network connectivity, and track assessment data from anywhere. The application enables quick and secure device onboarding through QR code-based registration. Users can easily register new SARAS Boxes, establish device connectivity, and automatically synchronize device date and time with their mobile devices. Once registered, all devices can be accessed and managed from a single interface, making device administration efficient and convenient. SARAS Device Manager provides real-time visibility into device status, including connection status, signal strength, device name, hostname, storage utilization, and last synchronization details. Users can remotely perform essential device management tasks such as restarting or powering off a SARAS Box, synchronizing device time, checking storage availability, and viewing detailed device identification information. The application also includes an integrated Wi-Fi management feature that allows SARAS Boxes to connect to external wireless networks. Users can scan available networks, refresh Wi-Fi lists, enter network credentials, and establish internet connectivity to support content synchronization and result uploads. A comprehensive Dashboard provides complete visibility into assessment-related packages. Users can monitor Question Packages (Q Packs) and Result Packages (R Packs), view package summaries, track synchronization status, and monitor package progress across different system layers. Advanced filtering options allow users to search and analyze package information by date range and package type for improved operational visibility. Key Features: Secure user authentication and access control QR-code based SARAS Box registration Real-time device monitoring and status tracking Centralized management of registered devices Remote power control and device restart functionality Automatic date and time synchronization Storage monitoring and capacity tracking Wi-Fi configuration and network management Device information and identification details Q Pack and R Pack monitoring dashboard Assessment package status tracking across multiple system layers Date and package-based filtering capabilities Benefits: Simplifies SARAS Box setup and administration Improves operational efficiency during assessments Provides real-time device visibility and monitoring Enables seamless network connectivity management Supports offline and semi-connected assessment environments Streamlines assessment package tracking and synchronization Reduces manual effort in device configuration and maintenance SARAS Connect is the ideal companion application for assessment administrators and field operators, providing a reliable, secure, and user-friendly solution for managing SARAS Assessment devices and ensuring smooth assessment delivery.

Screenshots

ISS Detector4 screens
SARAS Device Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SARAS Device Manager at none against ISS Detector's 13. SARAS Device Manager also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. ISS Detector sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. SARAS Device Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ISS Detector versus SARAS Device Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterISS DetectorSARAS Device Manager
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (702 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews55.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings702 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDerk VrijdagExcelsoft Technologies Ltd

In-app purchases

11 purchases

ISS Detector

Subscriptions7
  • Premium Access2 variants$0.991 Month
  • Donation$1.991 Month
  • Premium Access$1.991 Month
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  • Premium Access$2.991 Year
  • Premium Access7 Days trial$5.991 Year
  • Donation2 variants$5.991 Year
  • Premium Access7 Days trial$11.991 Year
One-time4
  • Starlink and Famous objects$3.99
  • Amateur Radio Satellites$3.99
  • Comets and Planets$3.99
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  • Combo package$5.99
None

SARAS Device Manager

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ISS Detector free?
ISS Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SARAS Device Manager free?
SARAS Device Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ISS Detector or SARAS Device Manager have ads?
ISS Detector shows ads; SARAS Device Manager does not.

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