# Satellite Map vs Globe Earth 3D

The clearest difference is rating: Globe Earth 3D at 4.0 against Satellite Map's 2.8. Globe Earth 3D also leads on chart position (#102 vs unranked) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 329). Satellite Map's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and review sentiment (27% vs 13%). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Globe Earth 3D sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Satellite Map asks for nothing beyond the download.

Globe Earth 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 329 and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 27% of Satellite Map's written reviews are positive against 13% of Globe Earth 3D's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Satellite Map | Globe Earth 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (329 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satellite-map-live-earth/id1493334107/reviews) | **[4.0 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/globe-earth-3d-live-map/id1643122013/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 329 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **27.0% of reviews** | 13.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#102** |
| Size | 63 MB | 202 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [慧敏 赵](https://appshunter.io/developer/1488751066) | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) |

## What reviewers say

### Satellite Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satellite-map-live-earth/id1493334107)

Explore the world with high-definition satellite imagery, 3D building models, and real-time contour maps. Discover global street information and enjoy breathtaking scenery from anywhere.

**Highlights:** HD satellite maps, 3D building models, Real-time contour maps, Global street information, Explore global scenery

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🌍 Satellite map - live earth
- 🤖 Clones
- 🎨 3d live

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🌐 Everything's in Chinese no translation available
- 🌐 Only Chinese language available
- 🌐 The text on the map is in Chinese
- 🌐 Everything is written in Chinese!!!
- 🌐 Everything is in Chinese

**Reported bugs**

- The satellite map is not live
- The pictures are out of date
- Can't find map index, no way to find a particular street or area

**Requested features**

- English version
- Change language to English


### Globe Earth 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/globe-earth-3d-live-map/id1643122013)

**Currently charting:** #102 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Explore a 3D model of Earth with detailed political and physical maps, weather, and geographical information. Discover nearby places with live satellite views and track your location. Customize your device with a live 3D Earth wallpaper.

**Highlights:** 3D Earth model, Political and physical maps, Weather information, Geography and 100+ objects, Nearby places discovery, Live satellite view, Location tracker

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Access | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Live Map One Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Access | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Live Map One Month | $14.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Access | $19.99 | per month |
| Live Map Three Month | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Unlimited Access | $29.99 | per month |
| Globe Earth 3D One Year | $49.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Access | $49.99 | per year |
| Globe Earth 3D Live Camera | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Killer app
- ⭐ Awesome features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Not live images
- 🤔 Old and blurry images
- 💰 Misleading description and not worth the money
- 🤯 Terrible app, doesn't work as advertised
- 🙄 Too many ads

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes
- Incompatible with some devices
- Vague instructions and poor user experience

**Requested features**

- Live satellite images
- More up-to-date imagery
- Better zooming and viewing capabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Satellite Map free?

Satellite Map is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Globe Earth 3D free?

Globe Earth 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Satellite Map or Globe Earth 3D?

Globe Earth 3D is rated higher. Satellite Map averages 2.8 out of 5 from 329 ratings, while Globe Earth 3D averages 4.0 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Satellite Map or Globe Earth 3D have ads?

Both Satellite Map and Globe Earth 3D show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Satellite Map or Globe Earth 3D?

Satellite Map ships an update every 2 months, and Globe Earth 3D every 2 months. Most recently, Satellite Map was updated on November 3, 2026 and Globe Earth 3D on November 3, 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.*