# Launch Times vs Next Space Launch

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Next Space Launch at 100% against Launch Times's 61%. Next Space Launch also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). Launch Times's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Next Space Launch sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Launch Times asks for nothing beyond the download.

Next Space Launch holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Launch Times has 584 ratings behind it against 69, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of Launch Times's written reviews are positive against 100% of Next Space Launch's.

Launch Times ships an update monthly, Next Space Launch every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Launch Times | Next Space Launch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (584 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launch-times/id1291800321/reviews) | **[4.8 (69 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-space-launch/id1604438130/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **584** | 69 |
| Positive reviews | 60.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 12 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Relapse, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/725328440) | [Brais Castro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1604438132) |

## What reviewers say

### Launch Times

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launch-times/id1291800321)

Stay informed about upcoming rocket launches with a simple interface. Get details on rocket type, satellite info, and mission descriptions. Watch live streams and share launches with friends.

**Highlights:** Upcoming launch list, Rocket and satellite details, Mission descriptions, Rocket history, Live video streams, Launch sharing, Notification scheduling

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🚀 Accurate and timely launch information
- 🌍 Comprehensive worldwide launch coverage
- 📱 Reliable performance for local launch tracking
- 💡 Simple, clean design perfect for its purpose

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes or fails to load on some devices
- ❌ No filtering or location-based customization
- 📅 Calendar cluttered with irrelevant launches from other countries
- 🔗 Missing direct links to launch streams
- ⚠️ Conflicting information with official SpaceX schedules

**Reported bugs**

- App won't open on iPhone X
- Blank purple page on app launch
- Support link doesn't function properly
- Video stream routing issues (YouTube vs on-site)
- Missing launches from schedule

**Requested features**

- Filter launches by country or specific launch site
- Push notifications for upcoming launches
- Calendar reminders and alarms
- Filter by space agency or company (e.g., SpaceX only)
- Direct links to watch launch streams


### Next Space Launch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-space-launch/id1604438130)

Track upcoming rocket launches and space events globally with detailed mission information. Set reminders for launches and view launch pad locations. Stay informed about EVAs, dockings, and landings.

**Highlights:** Rocket launch schedule, Detailed launch information, Launch pad map, Space event tracking, Customizable launch reminders

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly subscription | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Launch Times free?

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

### Is Next Space Launch free?

Next Space Launch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Launch Times or Next Space Launch?

Next Space Launch is rated higher. Launch Times averages 4.6 out of 5 from 584 ratings, while Next Space Launch averages 4.8 from 69 ratings.

### Do Launch Times or Next Space Launch have ads?

Next Space Launch shows ads; Launch Times does not.

### Which is updated more often, Launch Times or Next Space Launch?

Launch Times ships an update monthly, and Next Space Launch every 3 days. Most recently, Launch Times was updated on October 14, 2026 and Next Space Launch on October 14, 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.*