# Satellite Tracker by Star Walk vs PERIGEE

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PERIGEE at 100% against Satellite Tracker by Star Walk's 58%. PERIGEE also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). Satellite Tracker by Star Walk's advantage is ratings volume (70K vs 7) and chart position (#199 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Satellite Tracker by Star Walk sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month and PERIGEE sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PERIGEE holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Satellite Tracker by Star Walk has 70K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Satellite Tracker by Star Walk's written reviews are positive against 100% of PERIGEE's.

Satellite Tracker by Star Walk ships an update every 2 months, PERIGEE weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Satellite Tracker by Star Walk | PERIGEE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (70K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satellite-tracker-by-star-walk/id1248172706/reviews) | **[5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/perigee-satellite-tracker/id6792934400/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **70K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 57.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#199** | — |
| Size | 331 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vito Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/289641503) | [Andrew Malik](https://appshunter.io/developer/6792934403) |

## What reviewers say

### Satellite Tracker by Star Walk

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satellite-tracker-by-star-walk/id1248172706)

**Currently charting:** #199 Top Grossing · Reference (US App Store)

Track satellites in real-time, including the ISS and Starlink. Get predictions for upcoming passes and set alerts. Explore satellite orbits and trajectories with various viewing modes.

**Highlights:** Real-time satellite tracking, Satellite flyby timer, Pass predictions, Customizable location, Fly-with-satellite view, Satellite orbit over Earth

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Real Time Satellite Tracking | $0.49 | per month |
| Satellite Tracker Premium: 1m | $0.99 | per month |
| Real Time Satellite Tracking | $0.99 | per 3 months |
| Satellite Tracker Premium: 1m | $1.99 | per month |
| Satellite Tracker Premium: 1m | $1.99 | per month |
| Satellite Tracker Premium: 1y | $5.99 | per year |
| Satellite Tracker Premium: 1y | $7.99 | per year |
| Satellite Tracker Premium: 1y | $7.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium Access Sale | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🔭 Excellent for tracking ISS
- 🌍 Impressive 3D graphics
- 👍 Helpful for stargazing with kids
- 🔍 Useful for identifying satellites

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model too restrictive
- 🔍 Limited satellite tracking options
- 🕰️ Inaccurate pass timing notifications
- 🔌 Requires internet connection
- 🔍 Difficult to find and track specific satellites

**Reported bugs**

- Unsubscribe button not working
- Compass issues causing incorrect orientation
- Occasional crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- Add more satellite tracking options
- Improve pass timing accuracy
- Provide offline mode for remote use
- Allow tracking of HAM radio satellites
- Add more detailed satellite information


### PERIGEE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/perigee-satellite-tracker/id6792934400)

Track satellites, asteroids, and other celestial objects in real-time with a 3D map. See visible passes, get alerts, and explore the night sky with a planetarium view. Understand what's orbiting above and plan your stargazing.

**Highlights:** Real-time 3D satellite and debris tracking, Visible pass predictions and alerts, Sky View planetarium with phone pointing, Asteroid approach and fireball tracking, Rocket launch schedule, Time control for orbit simulation

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PERIGEE Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| PERIGEE Pro Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| PERIGEE Pro Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |
| PERIGEE Pro Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Satellite Tracker by Star Walk free?

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

### Is PERIGEE free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Satellite Tracker by Star Walk or PERIGEE?

PERIGEE is rated higher. Satellite Tracker by Star Walk averages 4.6 out of 5 from 70K ratings, while PERIGEE averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.

### Do Satellite Tracker by Star Walk or PERIGEE have ads?

Satellite Tracker by Star Walk shows ads; PERIGEE does not.

### Which is updated more often, Satellite Tracker by Star Walk or PERIGEE?

Satellite Tracker by Star Walk ships an update every 2 months, and PERIGEE weekly. Most recently, Satellite Tracker by Star Walk was updated on November 10, 2026 and PERIGEE on October 31, 2026.

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