Comparison

KA vs Staslink

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

KA

Features
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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.

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

Screenshots

KA4 screens
Staslink4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
KA versus Staslink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKAStaslink
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (20K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—56.6% of reviews
Number of ratings—20K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB98 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperViasat 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

None

KA

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

Staslink

Subscriptions5
  • 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
One-time3
  • Lifetime Premium$24.99
  • Lifetime$29.99
  • Lifetime$34.99

Questions

Is KA free?
KA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Staslink free?
Staslink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do KA or Staslink have ads?
Staslink shows ads; KA does not.
Which is updated more often, KA or Staslink?
KA ships an update every 5 weeks, and Staslink every 2 months. Most recently, KA was updated on November 11, 2026 and Staslink on November 12, 2026.

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