# APRS pro Ultimate vs Satellite Tracker

The clearest difference is rating: Satellite Tracker at 3.4 against APRS pro Ultimate's 1.9. Satellite Tracker also leads on review sentiment (44% vs 9%). APRS pro Ultimate's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. APRS pro Ultimate sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and Satellite Tracker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Satellite Tracker holds the better App Store score, 3.4 against 1.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19 and 13 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 9% of APRS pro Ultimate's written reviews are positive against 44% of Satellite Tracker's.

## The numbers

| Metric | APRS pro Ultimate | Satellite Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.9 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aprs-pro-ultimate/id1234581802/reviews) | **[3.4 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satellite-tracker/id1438679383/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **19** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 8.7% of reviews | **44.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 24 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [P8G Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1234581801) | [Craig Vosburgh](https://appshunter.io/developer/301984770) |

## What reviewers say

### APRS pro Ultimate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aprs-pro-ultimate/id1234581802)

This app provides real-time APRS network access for ham radio operators. It allows users to track stations, find repeaters, and broadcast their location and status, with options for both internet and direct radio connection.

**Highlights:** Real-time APRS network access, Map-based station tracking, Built-in TNC audiomodem, Broadcast location and status, Search for repeaters and nodes, Chat with other ham operators, Dynamic symbol changes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| D-Star Repeaters List - Monthly Subscription | $2.49 | per month |
| Receive messages while offline - 1 Year Subscription | $4.49 | per year |
| Change My Symbol based on speed | $7.99 | per year |
| Enable APRS TX - 1 Year Subscription | $8.99 | per year |
| Delorme inReach to APRS - 1 Year Subscription | $13.49 | per year |
| SPOT Satellite to APRS - 1 Year Subscription | $13.49 | per year |
| Enable APRS TX - Lifetime | $15.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Features - Lifetime | $42.99 | one-time |


### Satellite Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satellite-tracker/id1438679383)

Track satellites, the Sun, and the Moon with rise/set times and visibility calculations. Visualize Earth with 3D globe or 2D map views and customize tracking options. Offers free basic functionality with optional subscriptions for expanded satellite access.

**Highlights:** Satellite, Sun, and Moon tracking, Rise/set times and visibility calculations, 3D globe and 2D map Earth views, Customizable tracking options, Free basic functionality, Optional satellite subscription plans

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Amateur Satellites Monthly | $1.49 | per month |
| All Satellites Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Amateur Satellites Annual | $8.99 | per year |
| All Satellites Annual | $11.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is APRS pro Ultimate free?

APRS pro Ultimate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Satellite Tracker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, APRS pro Ultimate or Satellite Tracker?

Satellite Tracker is rated higher. APRS pro Ultimate averages 1.9 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while Satellite Tracker averages 3.4 from 13 ratings.

### Do APRS pro Ultimate or Satellite Tracker have ads?

Neither APRS pro Ultimate nor Satellite Tracker shows ads.

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