KA vs Staslink
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
KA
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KASAT Pointer FMA (For Motorized Antenna) is an application for antenna installers for the Tooway ka-sat service. Coupled with a specific motor that is fixed on the mast of the antenna, the pointing of the antenna takes place fully automatically. The application has the same features as KA-SAT Pointer, it allows to optimize the pointing antenna, configure and activate its modem without a computer using his smartphone. The application also allows the distributor to obtain a certified and secure installation report with photos.
Staslink
Track the International Space Station and Starlink satellites with real-time live maps and HD video feeds from NASA. Get personalized reminders for optimal viewing times and explore the universe from an astronaut's perspective.
- Live ISS & Starlink camera feed from NASA
- Real-time global tracking with Live Map
- Reminders for upcoming satellite visits
- Visibility predictions and statistics
- HD video of Earth from ISS
- Smart Tracking Engine
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Satellites ISS & Star Tracker helps you identify the best time to catch a glimpse of International Space Station & Starlink satellites on your night sky. Input your location and tap through to find the best times to observe them near your area. Reminders can be set for upcoming launches and/or high visibility sightings around your location. The satellites & ISS routes in low Earth orbit can be discovered through the 'Live Map'. Track the Starlink Satellites & International Space Station in real-time with HD Live Map and Smart Tracking Engine. Explore the universe and outer space life under the astronaut perspective with Livestream videos directly from NASA. You can also have the chances to stargaze when tracking the orbits through live videos. Plan ahead your plan to catch the glimpse of ISS and SpaceX satellites on the night sky in your area with provided statistics & reminders. Satellites ISS & Star Tracker gives you access to the 24/7 Live HD video of the Earth & Starlink launch recorded directly by NASA. As the ISS station orbits with an average altitude of 250 miles (400 kilometers), you can follow its camera & explore all the Earth's surface within roughly 93 minutes. Launched 60 at a time, the Starlink is described as a "train" of lights as they gracefully move through our skies. With Google Maps integrated into the app, users can easily track the ISS and Starlink around the globe and monitor its movement. Satellites ISS & Star Tracker features: + Live camera feed of ISS & Starlink directly from NASA. + Track the ISS & Starlink around the globe with a Live Map. + Reminders for upcoming Starlink visits with visibility predictions. + Check the ISS & Starlink's live statistics to locate it more easily on the night sky. + Predicted ISS & Starlink location for users for better monitoring and planning at the night sky. Note: When the International Space Station is on the night side of Earth, the video image is black - this is normal. Please do not worry! Sometimes, the live video is not available due to transmission issues or because the crew is changing cameras. In such cases, you will usually have a blue or blank screen. In a few minutes the transmission should return back to normal, so just relax for a moment. This is not a problem with the app. Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with neither NASA nor ISS nor Starlink or any space related platforms. All the videos are rights reserved by NASA, we do not own any of these videos. Terms of Use: http://vulcanlabs.co/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: http://vulcanlabs.co/privacy-policy/ Any questions? Contact us: support@vulcanlabs.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: KA at none against Staslink's 8. KA also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Staslink sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. KA asks for nothing beyond the download.
KA ships an update every 5 weeks, Staslink every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | KA | Staslink |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.4 (20K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 56.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 20K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 98 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Viasat Inc. | SMART WIDGET LABS COMPANY LIMITED |
Bugs and requests
KA
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Staslink
Reported bugs
4 issues- App freezing and crashing
- Incorrect satellite pass times
- Location detection issues
- Incompatibility with older devices
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to track specific satellites
- Improved location selection and storage
- Satellite pass notifications
- 3D sky view for better satellite visualization
In-app purchases
KA
No in-app purchases
Staslink
- Weekly Premium Tracking3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Weekly Freetrial3 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Weekly Freetrial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
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- Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- Monthly Premium$12.991 Month
- Lifetime Premium$24.99
- Lifetime$29.99
- Lifetime$34.99









