# Launch Console vs Flyby

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Flyby at 89% against Launch Console's 34%. Flyby also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.7) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). Launch Console's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (303 vs 16). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Flyby sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Launch Console asks for nothing beyond the download.

Flyby holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Launch Console has 303 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 34% of Launch Console's written reviews are positive against 89% of Flyby's.

Launch Console ships an update every 2 months, Flyby every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Launch Console | Flyby |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (303 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launch-console/id1288611471/reviews) | **[4.5 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flyby-iss-and-satellite-tracker/id6759580505/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **303** | 16 |
| Positive reviews | 34.0% of reviews | **88.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 71 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 26.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Brevard County Board of County Commissioners](https://appshunter.io/developer/1570818013) | [Redshift Software, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1879630657) |

## What reviewers say

### Launch Console

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launch-console/id1288611471)

Track and view live rocket launches from Florida. Features include a real-time launch clock, mission details, and a compass to find the best viewing spot.

**Highlights:** Live rocket launch streams, Launch viewing compass, Real-time launch clock, Upcoming mission tracking, In-depth mission plans, Rocket details

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 🚀 Fantastic resource
- 👍 Awesome sci-fi feel
- 👍 Useful app
- 👍 Reliable app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🐛 Countdown clock issues
- 🐛 Inaccurate launch information
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Countdown timer not working correctly
- Compass not pointing accurately
- Inconsistent launch information
- Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Requested features**

- Add push notifications for launches
- Provide actual launch time, not just countdown
- Include launch location details
- Integrate with calendar for reminders
- Expand to cover launches from other sites


### Flyby

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flyby-iss-and-satellite-tracker/id6759580505)

Track the International Space Station, satellites, and rocket launches visible from your location. Get alerts for upcoming passes and view them on a 3D globe or in Sky View. Log your sightings and enjoy detailed forecasts with Pro.

**Highlights:** ISS and satellite tracking, Rocket launch notifications, Live 3D globe visualization, Sky View with celestial labels, Pass alerts and forecasts, Sighting logbook, Home screen widgets

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Flyby Pro - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Flyby Pro - Annual | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Launch Console free?

Launch Console is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Flyby free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Launch Console or Flyby?

Flyby is rated higher. Launch Console averages 2.7 out of 5 from 303 ratings, while Flyby averages 4.5 from 16 ratings.

### Do Launch Console or Flyby have ads?

Neither Launch Console nor Flyby shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Launch Console or Flyby?

Launch Console ships an update every 2 months, and Flyby every 9 days. Most recently, Launch Console was updated on October 24, 2026 and Flyby on October 31, 2026.

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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.*