# ISS ExplorAR vs Space Station Passes

The clearest difference is device support: ISS ExplorAR at 3 against Space Station Passes's 1. ISS ExplorAR also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 26.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for ISS ExplorAR against 5.0 for Space Station Passes. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ISS ExplorAR | Space Station Passes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iss-explorar/id1473218355/reviews) | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-station-passes/id1578649430/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 days |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 633 MB | 216 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Octagon Studio Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/998405180) | [Sihao Lu](https://appshunter.io/developer/521404296) |

## What reviewers say

### ISS ExplorAR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iss-explorar/id1473218355)

Explore the International Space Station in stunning detail using augmented reality. Walk around the exterior or go inside to experience the astronaut's perspective, with interactive modules and informative videos. A 3D mode offers an alternative navigation experience.

**Highlights:** Augmented Reality (AR) exploration, Detailed 3D ISS model, Interactive module information, In-station astronaut POV experience, Non-AR 3D navigation mode, VR Cupola view, Spacewalk simulation

**In-app purchases:** none


### Space Station Passes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-station-passes/id1578649430)

This app predicts when the International Space Station and Tiangong will pass over your location. It offers detailed sky charts, timely notifications, and a night mode for optimal viewing. Track over 4000 satellites with real-time sky views.

**Highlights:** Satellite pass prediction, Interactive sky chart, Customizable notifications, Night mode, Real-time satellite tracking

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ISS ExplorAR free?

ISS ExplorAR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Space Station Passes free?

Space Station Passes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ISS ExplorAR or Space Station Passes?

ISS ExplorAR and Space Station Passes are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 2 ratings respectively.

### Do ISS ExplorAR or Space Station Passes have ads?

Neither ISS ExplorAR nor Space Station Passes shows ads.

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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.*