# Star Map Tracker vs Pingoloo Reader

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pingoloo Reader at none against Star Map Tracker's 3. Star Map Tracker's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Star Map Tracker sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Pingoloo Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Star Map Tracker | Pingoloo Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 28.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 107 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Yuriy Kvasha](https://appshunter.io/developer/488579992) | [Jan Christensen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1887392230) |

## What reviewers say

### Star Map Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-map-tracker-sky-journey/id1227311762)

Explore the night sky with this augmented reality stargazing app. Identify stars, constellations, planets, and galaxies in real-time. It provides detailed information and helps you locate celestial objects.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality celestial body view, Identification of over 3,000 stars, Depiction of 88 constellations, Real-time celestial object tracking, Solar system object identification, Compass calibration

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stars & Constellations | $1.99 | one-time |
| Planets | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- ✨ Visually appealing design
- 🌟 Shows constellations
- 🔭 Useful for beginners
- 💡 VR feature is good

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate star/planet positions
- 🧭 Compass calibration issues
- 💰 Many features locked behind paywall
- 💸 Not worth the premium cost
- 🚫 Free version is too limited

**Reported bugs**

- Map is disoriented
- Stars and planets do not track movement
- Calibration does not stick
- App freezes
- App always points north

**Requested features**

- Add search functionality for stars
- Include planets in the free version
- Improve compass synchronization
- Add language options
- Show horizon line


### Pingoloo Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pingoloo-reader/id6764576023)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Star Map Tracker free?

Star Map Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Pingoloo Reader free?

Pingoloo Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Star Map Tracker or Pingoloo Reader have ads?

Neither Star Map Tracker nor Pingoloo Reader shows ads.

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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.*