# Space Launch Now vs Edwards Air Force Base

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Space Launch Now at 58% against Edwards Air Force Base's 0%. Space Launch Now also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.1) and ratings volume (32K vs 11). Edwards Air Force Base's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 19) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Space Launch Now sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Edwards Air Force Base asks for nothing beyond the download.

Space Launch Now holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Space Launch Now has 32K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Space Launch Now's written reviews are positive against 0% of Edwards Air Force Base's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Space Launch Now | Edwards Air Force Base |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-launch-now/id1399715731/reviews)** | [3.1 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/edwards-air-force-base/id1579967451/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **32K** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | **58.3% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#100** | — |
| Size | 210 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Caleb Jones](https://appshunter.io/developer/1399715730) | [Edwards Air Force Base](https://appshunter.io/developer/1437310077) |

## What reviewers say

### Space Launch Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-launch-now/id1399715731)

**Currently charting:** #100 Top Free · News (US App Store)

Stay informed about upcoming rocket launches from major space agencies and private companies. Access a comprehensive history of spaceflight, detailed vehicle information, and advanced search capabilities to find specific launches. Enjoy a customizable interface with day/night themes.

**Highlights:** Launch notifications, Spaceflight history, Vehicle details, Advanced search and filters, Day/Night theme

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Access Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Access Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Super Fan - 2020 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Founder - 2018 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Super Fan - 2021 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Ground Crew - 2020 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Super Fan - 2022 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Super Fan - 2024 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ground Crew - 2022 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Flight Controller - 2020 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Flight Controller - 2022 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Elon? - 2021 | $24.99 | one-time |
| All Access Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Keeps users up to date on launches
- 🔍 Detailed launch information
- 🌍 Covers launches worldwide
- 💻 Useful for space enthusiasts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Notification settings not working as expected
- 🕰️ Countdown timer not in sync with actual launch times
- 🔍 Lack of information on launch purpose/payloads
- 🔁 Repeated notifications for unwanted launches

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when using Starship tab
- Watch live links not working
- Home screen not loading properly
- Countdown timer resetting unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Add ability to add launches to calendar
- Improve notification filtering by location/agency
- Provide more context on mission details
- Implement a feedback/support channel


### Edwards Air Force Base

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/edwards-air-force-base/id1579967451)

This app provides details for an air show event at Edwards Air Force Base, featuring STEM exhibits and an air show headlined by the USAF Thunderbirds. It's the base's first open house in 13 years, offering hands-on activities and aviation displays.

**Highlights:** STEM Expo with hands-on displays, Air show performances, USAF Thunderbirds Flight Demonstration Team, Event details and schedule, Base open house information

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Space Launch Now free?

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

### Is Edwards Air Force Base free?

Edwards Air Force Base is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Space Launch Now or Edwards Air Force Base?

Space Launch Now is rated higher. Space Launch Now averages 4.8 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while Edwards Air Force Base averages 3.1 from 11 ratings.

### Do Space Launch Now or Edwards Air Force Base have ads?

Space Launch Now shows ads; Edwards Air Force Base does not.

### Which is updated more often, Space Launch Now or Edwards Air Force Base?

Space Launch Now ships an update monthly, and Edwards Air Force Base monthly. Most recently, Space Launch Now was updated on October 19, 2026 and Edwards Air Force Base on September 28, 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.*